A drake Hooded Merganser, printed using black oil based ink on Yasutomo Rice Paper from a cut block of linoleum.
The Print.
9 1/2” X 13” Black Oil Based Ink on Rice Paper
The Cut Block
ducks
Hooded Merganser Reference Cast
Towards the end of last duck season I shot a very nice Hooded Merganser drake. I made made an alginate mold, and poured plaster. The result was a finely detailed, beautiful cast.
Harlequin Duck (Unused)
I started this painting of a drake Harlequin Duck that I abandoned because it wasn’t coming together as I had hoped. I still like the ducks gesture, and maybe one day I’ll give it another go.
Underdrawing
Underpainting
Surf Scoter Linoleum Cut / Print
in printmaking
The Surf Scoter is frequently seen “scooting” through the surf, and diving beneath breaking waves. It has a large oddly shaped bill. It’s appearance and habitat preference makes it one of my favorites to see along the coast.
Black ink on chip board.
