Amy McGregor-Radin
Woodcuts, assemblages

When I go about my travels—daily or otherwise—I am often drawn to a scene, view of the horizon, or particular angle of an object. These are my favorite things to capture using white line woodcuts, in part as a way of investigating and memorizing them for myself. Recently, I have been pushing the boundaries of the traditional white line woodcuts, using other print methods and incorporating both into book art. I enjoy experimenting and relish the freedom to play with wood, color and found objects. 

 

I have been creating white line woodcuts, also known as Provincetown prints, since 2002 after being inspired to learn the technique by an exhibit at The Museum of Fine Arts in Boston.  Devised by Provincetown artists in the early 1900’s, the white line method involves incising wood with a design, hand-painting each shape on the board, and transferring the color to paper using a traditional printer’s baren or other tool to create pressure.  While a given design can be printed many times over, each print is done individually and is unique.

 

Deep connections to Jaffrey and the Monadnock area in general play a big role in my creativity.  Steeped in history and natural beauty, this area means a great deal to my entire family.  When we can, we gather here to enjoy the scenery, flea markets and everything else the area offers.

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