This is an original hand-pulled collagraph print. Limited edition of 2 prints.

This unique print captures the striking beauty of the iconic Australian magpie, hand-pulled from an original collagraph plate. Created using recycled TetraPak, the design highlights the magpie’s iconic features with textured details that bring the bird to life.

Collagraph is a versatile printmaking technique where textures are built up on a plate, creating beautiful depth. This type of collagraph is made using the inside of recycled TetraPaks (e.g. long life milk cartons). The surface of the tetrapak is manipulated by means of tearing, sanding, drypoint and other processes to create the desired texture. Ink is applied to the surface, and the image is pressed onto paper using a printing press. The mark making process is a detailed and time consuming process, and requires a high level of attention and patience.

Each sheet is hand torn to the required size. Your print will have two deckled edges and two hand torn edges.

Due to the nature of the handmade process, each print is unique and will have slight variations.

Paper Size: 38cm x 39cm

Image Size: 20cm x 21cm (approx)

Ink: Sakura Printmaking Ink

Paper: Hahnemuhle Etching Paper 300gsm

Each print is signed, titled, and numbered in pencil on the front, below the printed image.

Packaging: Your print will be inserted in a mailing tube (when your print arrives please remove and lay flat immediately).

Behind the Price Tag: Each of my hand-pulled prints is an original artwork - etched, carved, and printed by hand using traditional printmaking methods. There’s no digital reproduction here, just time, skill, and many quiet hours in the studio. These works are printed in small editions, signed, and made to last. My pricing reflects the labour, materials, and care involved - as well as my goal to make a sustainable living from my creative work. It’s easy to spend without hesitation on mass-produced items. This is something different: slow, personal, and created with intention.

Note: Images shown in frames are mock-ups only and are not an indication of scale and size. Please refer to the measurements given above for correct indication of size. Colours will vary in real life compared to what you see on your screen.

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