Alexandra Milsom

GIRL WITH PARROT (2011)

noreply@blogger.com (Alexandra Milsom) — Tue, 08 Nov 2011 22:39:00 +0000

Watercolour, origami paper and ink, 200x155 mm

It has been a looooooong time since I have posted any new works on here- studying has preoccupied most of my creative time. The following two pictures have recently been done in time for a Christmas themed show at Solander Gallery, 218c Willis Street Wellington ...I shall post the full details of this show in the news section.

SISTERS (2011)

noreply@blogger.com (Alexandra Milsom) — Tue, 08 Nov 2011 22:31:00 +0000

watercolour and origami paper, 200x185mm.

ETSY SHOP - ALEXLMILSOM

noreply@blogger.com (Alexandra Milsom) — Tue, 14 Dec 2010 00:14:00 +0000

I have finally organised myself to set up shop on Etsy so please visit and have a wee browse, spread the word and perhaps purchase a new gem to add to your collection. Great affordable prices:

http://www.alexlmilsom.etsy.com

Happy Shopping!

STATEMENT

noreply@blogger.com (Alexandra Milsom) — Thu, 21 Oct 2010 03:18:00 +0000

The Mezzotint is classified as a Drypoint print. The velvet black finish, which is a characteristic of this process, is achieved by the use of a Rocker. The serrated edge of this tool applies a tooth to the plate and when completely rocked it will print black. This preparation of the plate can take a few days, depending on the size of the image and plate. The image is applied by scraping away the rocked surface with a Scraper tool. Chiaroscuro and subtle tonal effects can be achieved with this method.

Editions are kept to a limited amount, to retain the fine details

As a child my late Grandmother told me fairytales that have remained deep in my psyche and instigated a need to vocalise with imagery issues important to me. These images characterise some of the myriad emotions that make us human.

The velvety blackness and intimate scale of the Mezzotint provides an ideal looking glass for this dreamlike world.

THE GARDENER 2010 - A FAMILY PORTRAIT

noreply@blogger.com (Alexandra Milsom) — Thu, 21 Oct 2010 03:10:00 +0000

Painted Wooden Russian Doll - Gouache and Ink -

A customised gift for my lovely dad.

THE GARDENER 2010 - DETAIL [SISTER AND CHILD]

noreply@blogger.com (Alexandra Milsom) — Thu, 21 Oct 2010 03:09:00 +0000

Painted Wooden Russian Doll - Gouache and Ink

THE GARDENER 2010 - DETAIL [BROTHER]

noreply@blogger.com (Alexandra Milsom) — Thu, 21 Oct 2010 03:05:00 +0000

Painted wooden Russian Doll- Gouache and ink

THE GARDENER 2010 - DETAIL [SELF PORTRAIT]

noreply@blogger.com (Alexandra Milsom) — Thu, 21 Oct 2010 03:02:00 +0000

Painted Wooden Russian doll - Gouache and ink

UPCOMING EXHIBITION

noreply@blogger.com (Alexandra Milsom) — Thu, 14 Oct 2010 06:24:00 +0000

The Magical, Mundane and the Mystical - Solander Gallery, Wellington New Zealand

3rd - 27th November 2010

I shall be exhibiting with the artists Fleur Williams and Devon Smith. Open to all who wish to come. You can visit the gallery's website for more information at:

www.solandergallery.co.nz

MATER FAMILIA (2010)

noreply@blogger.com (Alexandra Milsom) — Sat, 25 Sep 2010 22:06:00 +0000

Mezzotint and etching 245x205 mm, from an edition of 10

Welcoming the arrival of my nephew this was executed to mark the special occasion. Kudos to my sister and her husband for creating such a beautiful babe.

MATER FAMILIA STUDY (2010)

noreply@blogger.com (Alexandra Milsom) — Sat, 25 Sep 2010 22:01:00 +0000

390x340 mm, Gouache and pencil on paper.

UNTITLED (2010)

noreply@blogger.com (Alexandra Milsom) — Sat, 31 Jul 2010 16:01:00 +0000

Chine Colle 90x70 mm

CONSOLATION (2010)

noreply@blogger.com (Alexandra Milsom) — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 19:42:00 +0000

Mezzotint 230x210mm, from an edition of 10

CONSOLATION (2010)

noreply@blogger.com (Alexandra Milsom) — Mon, 17 May 2010 18:32:00 +0000

325x330 mm, Gouache, pencil on paper and embossed paper.

EXHIBITION

noreply@blogger.com (Alexandra Milsom) — Thu, 06 May 2010 12:08:00 +0000

MAY 6th-30th

'Within the Looking Glass' - Solo show at the Glasgow Print Studio, shop level.

Trongate 103, Glasgow G1 5HD

Preview: 6-9pm Thursday 6th May

DISQUIETUDE (2010)

noreply@blogger.com (Alexandra Milsom) — Thu, 06 May 2010 12:04:00 +0000

Mezzotint 140x160 mm, from an edition of 10

SILVERBELL (2010)

noreply@blogger.com (Alexandra Milsom) — Thu, 01 Apr 2010 21:05:00 +0000

Mezzotint and etching 150x150 mm, from an edition of 15

Based upon tales my late grandmother told me as a child, I felt the need to commemorate her life the best way I knew how. 'Silver Bell' and 'The Yellow Ribbon' were my two favourite stories, there were many others but I never tired from hearing her retell these ones to me. They have in affect influenced my artwork greatly. The mezzotint lends itself well in creating an eerie and dark world of caution.

A WALK IN TUNNOCKS PARK (2010)

noreply@blogger.com (Alexandra Milsom) — Sun, 21 Mar 2010 10:01:00 +0000

200x200 mm, Gouache, Tunnock tea cake and Caramel wafer wrappers, pencil on paper

The goal was to create a work influenced somehow by the humble Tunnock's teacake (A sweet chocolate and meringue biscuit made in Glasgow) A huge fan and devourer of these sweet treats I concocted this little work. I enjoyed the process very much, many teacakes were sacrificed all for a good cause.

UNTITLED (2010)

noreply@blogger.com (Alexandra Milsom) — Sun, 21 Mar 2010 10:00:00 +0000

Mezzotint and etching 110x110 mm, from an edition of 10

THE YELLOW RIBBON (2010)

noreply@blogger.com (Alexandra Milsom) — Sun, 21 Mar 2010 09:57:00 +0000

Mezzotint and etching 150x150 mm, from an edition of 15

UNTITLED (2010)

noreply@blogger.com (Alexandra Milsom) — Sun, 31 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Mezzotint and etching 110x110 mm, from an edition of 10

THE MANY FACES OF ADAM (2010)

noreply@blogger.com (Alexandra Milsom) — Sat, 30 Jan 2010 23:51:00 +0000

Mezzotint and etching 297x130 mm, from an edition of 10

DEADLY NIGHTSHADE (2010)

noreply@blogger.com (Alexandra Milsom) — Sat, 30 Jan 2010 23:49:00 +0000

Mezzotint 297x210 mm, from an edition of 10

When creating this work I was looking at Black widow spiders, Deadly nightshade and toying with the idea of doing a series of works with Retablos/Mexican Votive paintings in mind.

DISQUIETUDE (2010)

noreply@blogger.com (Alexandra Milsom) — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 21:46:00 +0000

140x165 mm Gouache and pencil on paper

CONFRONTATION (2010)

noreply@blogger.com (Alexandra Milsom) — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 21:45:00 +0000

200x200 mm Gouache and pencil on paper