Building on Systems - Lithographs, Etchings & Monoprints by Artist Elvia Perrin

oen (57)in #art • 7 years ago (edited)

Recently I've been heavily drawn to abstract art and print work, especially those that feature bold shapes and unique layering. I think this is why I was excited to find the work of Elvia Perrin, an artist and printer based in Austin, Texas. She creates prints that are quietly minimalist but up-close have lots of detail and textures that give her work a unique depth and originality.

The process of making these involves editing and overlapping ink and images. She uses grids, sewing templates and other organisational materials to create system in which she can drawn upon, quite literally and figuratively. As you can see below, Elvia often explores repetition and reuses printing plates to make unique works of art that can't be replicated by any other creative. Sometimes she can't even replicate them.

Although you might look at these and think they are one concept or idea followed through from start to finish, actually she approaches the making process much like a craftsman would, often unexpected events occur during the journey. I especially like the idea of being spontaneous and love to support this kind of work. If you do too I'd recommend browsing her Etsy page to see what prints she has on offer, there are some nice ones that I'm sure would look great in any space.

elviaperrin.com