Monday, 3 February 2014

Artist: Ian Phillips

Having decided to go with the theme of nature, my initial artist exploration took me to the beautiful work of Ian Phillips.

His linocut prints are original and innovative, taking nature and making it into something visually new and appealing. This approach is effective especially with his use of vibrant colours and layering technique. He also appears to simplify his landscape prints by using geometric shapes to pick out tone and texture.

"Boat wake returning home"
Original linocut
Print Size: A2 (594 x 420mm)

Phillips also explores animals in nature in his work. This simple bird with detailed, intricate patterns makes it look contemporary and unique. This interpretation of nature could be applied to my own work by simplifying forms and making detail into intricate geometric pattern.


"The Ibis of Ideas"
Original linocut
Print Size: 560 x 750mm

More of Ian Phillips' work can be found on his website at: 

http://www.reliefprint.co.uk/website_2011/linocut_pages_2013/linocut_studies.html

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