Louise is a Member of The Peak District Artisans, a prestigious group of professional artists and artisans specializing in handmade artwork, including unique linocut prints and original prints. These talented individuals work in and around The Peak District National Park, contributing to the local home decor scene. Louise's work has been utilized by The Peak District National Park and BMW Williams, and she has showcased her art at the Royal.
Meet the Artist...
My Background
Having worked in the pottery industry as a painter for the majority of my life, creativity is an integral part of my makeup. Growing up with a mother who painted in watercolor fostered my artistic passion. I enjoyed drawing and found fulfilling work creating handmade artwork for the world-renowned pottery company, Moorcroft, which kept me
Having worked in the pottery industry as a painter for the majority of my life, creativity is an integral part of my makeup. Growing up with a mother who painted in watercolor fostered my artistic passion. I enjoyed drawing and found fulfilling work creating handmade artwork for the world-renowned pottery company, Moorcroft, which kept me immersed in the creative life. My return to relief printing in 2019 solidified my commitment to this medium, and I now produce linocut prints that are available as original prints, showcasing my skills as a printmaker while enhancing home decor.
My Medium
Linocut began for me as a child. Introduced to the magic of printmaking by my friend's mother, I remember marvelling at her handmade artwork, fascinated by the process and the stunning results. Later in life, I returned to linocut prints after realizing that painting as an occupation had somewhat diminished the joy of painting as a hobby.
Linocut began for me as a child. Introduced to the magic of printmaking by my friend's mother, I remember marvelling at her handmade artwork, fascinated by the process and the stunning results. Later in life, I returned to linocut prints after realizing that painting as an occupation had somewhat diminished the joy of painting as a hobby. Carefully cutting each intricate block with gouges, I joyfully printed the image onto beautiful Somerset paper using a Gunning No. 3 press, which further deepened my passion for this craft. The anticipation of discovering the final image is exhilarating, and what I love most is that each original print is unique, even within the same print run. Now, as a dedicated printmaker and artist, creating handmade artwork is a significant part of my everyday life and enhances my home decor.
My Inspiration
My Inspiration
The natural world surrounding us here at Red Cottage is a constant source of inspiration for my handmade artwork and home decor. Each season unveils a new perspective on nature and brings a different feel to our lives here. I often encounter elements—places and plants—that I want to incorporate into my work. Whether it’s a delicate small
The natural world surrounding us here at Red Cottage is a constant source of inspiration for my handmade artwork and home decor. Each season unveils a new perspective on nature and brings a different feel to our lives here. I often encounter elements—places and plants—that I want to incorporate into my work. Whether it’s a delicate small fern sprouting from a stone wall or remnants of a dilapidated barn, these elements inspire my designs. They are like tiny seedlings, waiting to be exposed to the sun and to find a place among my linocut prints and original prints as a printmaker.
Reviews..
Chris:
She loved the birthday present, and thanks for the wonderful handmade artwork you create. Your original prints, especially the owl linocut prints, have found a grateful home in her decor.
Suzanne:
While my husband was away, I quietly purchased River Angel to add to my small collection of handmade artwork, which includes Redwing, Fieldfare, and the Aviator.
I am absolutely delighted with this new addition, as I have a soft spot for the kingfisher, and its colors are simply superb.
I cannot wait to see more from this talented printmaker, especially her stunning linocut prints, but shhh… don’t tell my husband!
Tim:
Amazing handmade artwork from a very talented printmaker. I buy her linocut prints for many gifts, and the recipients are always so thrilled. I would highly recommend her original prints for your home decor.
The Printmaker at work
Using fine gouges the grey, hessian backed lino block is cut away, leaving only areas that are to pick up ink and be printed.
Blocks and take days and even weeks to cut, any mistakes are permanent and cannot be rectified.
Cutting away the block to print a different coloured layer (cutting away for each colour-sometimes 14 layers are applied) on top of the others makes a reduction print and is how a skilled Printmaker can make beautiful, coloured images like this Stag.
The inked lino block is laid onto the press bed, paper laid gently on top and run through the press, transferring the ink from the block to the paper.