The Story Behind the Artwork: Capture the untamed, dramatic energy of the Australian coastline with this original hand-carved linocut print. "Wind-Swept Tea Tree" is born from detailed studio drawings of native coastal flora, specifically tracking the gnarled, twisted trunks and resilient forms of the coastal tea tree (Leptospermum).
Shaped by the unrelenting winds and salt spray of the rugged shoreline, these trees are a definitive symbol of the coastal Australian landscape. In this composition, I wanted to use the bold, high-contrast language of traditional relief printmaking to translate the heavily textured bark, erratic branches, and delicate foliage into a striking work of fine art. The immense contrast between the rich ink and the natural tone of the heavy cotton paper accentuates the individual graphic character of the tree. It makes an evocative statement piece for any coastal home or a thoughtful, Melbourne-made gift for landscape lovers, gardeners, and art collectors alike.
The Hand-Carved Printmaking Process & Influences: Printmaking is a slow, deeply methodical, and intensely tactile craft—a true labour of love. Every artwork begins life as an intricate ink illustration in my Melbourne studio before spending many hours being meticulously hand-carved into the linoleum block.
My studio practice draws deep creative inspiration from the rich historical legacy of celebrated Australian printmakers like Margaret Preston and Barbara Hanrahan, who championed the graphic styling of our native environment. I am also profoundly influenced by the aesthetic of 20th-century Japanese master printmaker Un'ichi Hiratsuka and the pioneering philosophy of the Sōsaku-Hanga ("creative prints") movement. By honouring this hands-on tradition—where the artist maintains total creative control over every stage, from initial sketch to hand-inking and hand-pulling the print on a manual press—each sheet carries its own unique soul, ink density, and subtle texture variations that digital prints simply cannot replicate.
Art Subject: Wind-Swept Australian Coastal Tea Tree (Leptospermum)
Edition Type: Strictly limited edition of only 15 prints worldwide, hand-signed and numbered by the artist.
Certificate of Authenticity: Every print includes a signed Certificate of Authenticity documenting the exclusive edition details, archival materials, and artist details.
Premium Paper Stock: Heavyweight Cotton Rag Paper (250 gsm). A premium, museum-grade archival fine art paper with a beautifully smooth, matte surface that is highly durable and acid-free for lifelong preservation.
Studio Ink: Professional, sustainable, soy-based block printing inks.
Print Size (Inked Area): 30cm x 20cm (A standard vertical rectangle format)
Total Paper Size: Approx. 50cm x 40cm (Includes generous, elegant borders for easy matting and custom framing).
Note: As each item is individually hand-carved and pulled from the block, slight variations in ink texture and tone will occur, making your limited-edition print truly one-of-a-kind.
Dispatch Time: Safely packed flat and shipped from my Melbourne studio within 2–4 business days.
Australia & New Zealand: Carbon-neutral standard shipping is completely included in the total cost.
International Worldwide Delivery: An additional flat rate of AU$10 will be applied at checkout for tracked international shipping.
Combined Shipping: Purchasing more than one artwork from the studio? An extra AU$4 is added for combined packaging at checkout.
The Story Behind the Artwork: Capture the untamed, dramatic energy of the Australian coastline with this original hand-carved linocut print. "Wind-Swept Tea Tree" is born from detailed studio drawings of native coastal flora, specifically tracking the gnarled, twisted trunks and resilient forms of the coastal tea tree (Leptospermum).
Shaped by the unrelenting winds and salt spray of the rugged shoreline, these trees are a definitive symbol of the coastal Australian landscape. In this composition, I wanted to use the bold, high-contrast language of traditional relief printmaking to translate the heavily textured bark, erratic branches, and delicate foliage into a striking work of fine art. The immense contrast between the rich ink and the natural tone of the heavy cotton paper accentuates the individual graphic character of the tree. It makes an evocative statement piece for any coastal home or a thoughtful, Melbourne-made gift for landscape lovers, gardeners, and art collectors alike.
The Hand-Carved Printmaking Process & Influences: Printmaking is a slow, deeply methodical, and intensely tactile craft—a true labour of love. Every artwork begins life as an intricate ink illustration in my Melbourne studio before spending many hours being meticulously hand-carved into the linoleum block.
My studio practice draws deep creative inspiration from the rich historical legacy of celebrated Australian printmakers like Margaret Preston and Barbara Hanrahan, who championed the graphic styling of our native environment. I am also profoundly influenced by the aesthetic of 20th-century Japanese master printmaker Un'ichi Hiratsuka and the pioneering philosophy of the Sōsaku-Hanga ("creative prints") movement. By honouring this hands-on tradition—where the artist maintains total creative control over every stage, from initial sketch to hand-inking and hand-pulling the print on a manual press—each sheet carries its own unique soul, ink density, and subtle texture variations that digital prints simply cannot replicate.
Art Subject: Wind-Swept Australian Coastal Tea Tree (Leptospermum)
Edition Type: Strictly limited edition of only 15 prints worldwide, hand-signed and numbered by the artist.
Certificate of Authenticity: Every print includes a signed Certificate of Authenticity documenting the exclusive edition details, archival materials, and artist details.
Premium Paper Stock: Heavyweight Cotton Rag Paper (250 gsm). A premium, museum-grade archival fine art paper with a beautifully smooth, matte surface that is highly durable and acid-free for lifelong preservation.
Studio Ink: Professional, sustainable, soy-based block printing inks.
Print Size (Inked Area): 30cm x 20cm (A standard vertical rectangle format)
Total Paper Size: Approx. 50cm x 40cm (Includes generous, elegant borders for easy matting and custom framing).
Note: As each item is individually hand-carved and pulled from the block, slight variations in ink texture and tone will occur, making your limited-edition print truly one-of-a-kind.
Dispatch Time: Safely packed flat and shipped from my Melbourne studio within 2–4 business days.
Australia & New Zealand: Carbon-neutral standard shipping is completely included in the total cost.
International Worldwide Delivery: An additional flat rate of AU$10 will be applied at checkout for tracked international shipping.
Combined Shipping: Purchasing more than one artwork from the studio? An extra AU$4 is added for combined packaging at checkout.
