This week I attended two art groups, at the first we were given a selection of cardboard to construct a face or sculpture, working on an idea from last week of the cardboard collage image, I found a picture of Maude Wager in a magazine and set to work. The result was interesting, with limited tools and cardboard it was good fun. Wednesday was another art group but left to our own devices, I always carry pencils and sketchbook so settled down for an hour or so sketching images from my phone. IN the studio I was slowly tackling the carving of the dandelion lino print, once complete I set out to print, the press was not feeling favorable and I was short of time to reset and get the desired result so I went for the tried and tested brayer method, one of the prints has already sold, but they are currently on the drying rack to avoid any risk of smudges during framing, I may attempt a gold leaf accent on one or too. I used water based ink and feel the prints are clear and sharp which was pleasing with the intricate design. I enjoy the carving, so a daisy design might be on the cards next, I will try to take progress photos for a future blog.  you can use the contact form if you are interested in a print, they are A5 and will be framed by the end of the week.