The Artwork & Story
This original linocut print features the boisterous, iconic Australian Wattlebird nestled amidst the architectural, textured blooms of a native Bottlebrush tree (Callistemon). As a Melbourne-based artist and printmaker, the familiar, sharp calls of these native honeyeaters and the vibrant bursts of backyard bottlebrush are a constant source of creative inspiration.
In this piece, I wanted to capture the "methodical chaos" of the bottlebrush stamen. I used fine, deeply hand-carved lines to create a delicate, exploding texture that directly contrasts with the strong, graphic silhouette and bold markings of the Wattlebird. The resulting relief print balances raw wildlife energy with clean, contemporary Australian design.
The Studio & Printmaking Process
Every handmade print in my studio is the result of a slow, highly tactile journey. Long before ink meets paper, hours are spent observing wildlife, sketching from life, and meticulously hand-carving the linoleum block.
My printmaking philosophy is heavily rooted in the 20th-century Japanese Sōsaku-Hanga ("creative prints") movement, which dictates that the artist must handle every step—from design and carving to pulling the print on the press. Because each piece in this limited edition is hand-inked and individually hand-pulled, you are receiving a completely unique impression featuring its own distinct character, depth, and texture.
Art Subject: Australian Wattlebird & Native Bottlebrush (Callistemon)
Edition Type: Limited edition, hand-signed and numbered by the artist
Certificate of Authenticity: Includes a signed Certificate of Authenticity documenting the edition number, archival materials, and artist details.
Premium Paper: Awagami Bamboo Paper (170gsm). Masterfully crafted in Japan from 70% bamboo and 30% recycled pulp. This museum-grade paper is archival, acid-free, and organic.
Print Ink: Professional, sustainable, soy-based inks
Printed Area Dimensions: 30cm x 40cm
Total Paper Size: Approx. 43cm x 52cm
Presentation: Original unframed linocut print, packaged flat for maximum protection
Note: As a handmade, artisan product, subtle variations in ink density and tone are natural occurrences, making each limited-edition print a true one-of-a-kind.
Dispatch: Safely packed and shipped from my Melbourne studio within 2–4 business days.
Australia & New Zealand: Carbon-neutral standard shipping is included in the total cost.
International Worldwide Delivery: An additional flat rate of AU$10 will be applied at checkout.
Combined Shipping: Purchasing multiple prints? An extra AU$4 is added for combined packaging at checkout
The Artwork & Story
This original linocut print features the boisterous, iconic Australian Wattlebird nestled amidst the architectural, textured blooms of a native Bottlebrush tree (Callistemon). As a Melbourne-based artist and printmaker, the familiar, sharp calls of these native honeyeaters and the vibrant bursts of backyard bottlebrush are a constant source of creative inspiration.
In this piece, I wanted to capture the "methodical chaos" of the bottlebrush stamen. I used fine, deeply hand-carved lines to create a delicate, exploding texture that directly contrasts with the strong, graphic silhouette and bold markings of the Wattlebird. The resulting relief print balances raw wildlife energy with clean, contemporary Australian design.
The Studio & Printmaking Process
Every handmade print in my studio is the result of a slow, highly tactile journey. Long before ink meets paper, hours are spent observing wildlife, sketching from life, and meticulously hand-carving the linoleum block.
My printmaking philosophy is heavily rooted in the 20th-century Japanese Sōsaku-Hanga ("creative prints") movement, which dictates that the artist must handle every step—from design and carving to pulling the print on the press. Because each piece in this limited edition is hand-inked and individually hand-pulled, you are receiving a completely unique impression featuring its own distinct character, depth, and texture.
Art Subject: Australian Wattlebird & Native Bottlebrush (Callistemon)
Edition Type: Limited edition, hand-signed and numbered by the artist
Certificate of Authenticity: Includes a signed Certificate of Authenticity documenting the edition number, archival materials, and artist details.
Premium Paper: Awagami Bamboo Paper (170gsm). Masterfully crafted in Japan from 70% bamboo and 30% recycled pulp. This museum-grade paper is archival, acid-free, and organic.
Print Ink: Professional, sustainable, soy-based inks
Printed Area Dimensions: 30cm x 40cm
Total Paper Size: Approx. 43cm x 52cm
Presentation: Original unframed linocut print, packaged flat for maximum protection
Note: As a handmade, artisan product, subtle variations in ink density and tone are natural occurrences, making each limited-edition print a true one-of-a-kind.
Dispatch: Safely packed and shipped from my Melbourne studio within 2–4 business days.
Australia & New Zealand: Carbon-neutral standard shipping is included in the total cost.
International Worldwide Delivery: An additional flat rate of AU$10 will be applied at checkout.
Combined Shipping: Purchasing multiple prints? An extra AU$4 is added for combined packaging at checkout
