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Fine art original prints, mostly in mezzotint technique by Marina Kim – process, tools, proofs, images. Commentaries and tips on creating and printing.

Interview for “Show Me The Monet” BBC Series

A friend of mine, Lesley Samms, sent me a link at the end of December to apply for the “Show Me The Monet” BBC series on art which I did. And forgot about it. Last week nice voice by the … Continue reading

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Eve Delf. Mezzotint portraits.

I have finished two portraits of a beautiful girl Eve Delf, who I new since she was 11. At just 16, she is now turning fast into a top-class model travelling the world on fashion shoots! These portraits are my largest mezzotint prints yet … Continue reading

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New mezzotint prints

I have finished working on a few plates, most of which are going to be exhibited at the Blackheath gallery in London starting from 11th of June as part of their Summer Show. Decided to experiment with adding colour to … Continue reading

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Mezzotint. How Many Proofs?

I seem to be managing with less proofs now than I used to. Some prints took around 20 or more stage proofs before the final image. Especially the larger portrait mezzotints, like “Girl by the Window”, “Mother and Child” and “Alina’s … Continue reading

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Mezzotint print “Alina’s Rose”.

Alina is my younger daughter. At the time I made this mezzotint she was almost three. I was looking for an image for a mezzotint on a very long and narrow plate – 40×12.5 cm. My intention was to have a flower … Continue reading

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