Monotypes are an intriguing hybrid of techniques that combine printmaking and painting. The basic approach is intuitive, beginning with a partially developed idea of direction, by drawing, painting and rolling oil-based etching ink onto a non-porous acrylic plate. The inked plate is brought to the press bed and printmaking paper is laid on top of the inked plate. Pressure is applied from the press drum roller as the plate bed moves under the roller, resulting in a transfer of ink onto the paper.

Each one-of-a-kind monotype is created on my Takach etching press with a 40"x72"press bed. I usually work on several pieces simultaneously, allowing a dialog to develop among pieces while exploring both experimental and deliberate actions. My preoccupation is in the process of creating where the journey of rediscovery and re-evaluation of ideas occurs. I hope to capture your interest and appreciation of both order and unpredictable occurrences we all experience in life and lead the mind into an awareness of minimal narrative content.