International Postcard Exhibition- Bruges Bike Signage

I recently created a small edition of tiny screen prints for the International Postcard Exhibition 2013, currently showing at Surface Gallery in Nottingham. This looks like a really lovely show, displaying original work from new and established artists from all the UK and over the world. Feel free to pop in if you are in the area, the show is running from January 16th until February 2nd- most artwork will be on sale for just £15 each!

http://www.surfacegallery.org/index.php/whats_on/

I decided to give my entries a hand-rendered touch, and tried to refrain from using a computer for this piece. So I created a hand cut paper stencil of a beautifully ornate sign for a cycle shop in Bruges, and used it for creating screen printed postcards. This was the first time that I had attempted to use black card in an exposure unit rather than tracing paper and ink or laserjet prints, and I was really impressed with the effectiveness of the solid black stencil. Will keep this in mind for future projects.

Over 30 cards were printed, using a colourful/metallic base layer, various paper stock and a solid Screentec Black finish. My three favourite pieces are on display in the exhibition.