James S Watson

New Zealand Printmaker & Fine Artist

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James-S-Watson

Etching, Aquatints and everything else

The best thing in the world about Printmaking is that there is always something new to learn. I love the fact that with printmaking I will always have something new to learn. Whether it be how to refine a technique, use a new tool, use a non-toxic ground, or formula when etching. A new material, an old material in a new way or even a technique I thought I knew. The possibilities feel endless. This might seem daunting or overwhelming when looking in from the outside, but the best thing in the world about being a printmaker is that other printmakers want to share their knowledge. with you.

An artistic print depicting a weathered wheelchair with the text 'PROPERTY OF HEALTH NZ' on its backrest, set against a cracked background with small plants growing nearby.
Non-Toxic Aluminium Aquatint – Artificial Intelligence created source image.
A stylized print of a businessman with a large nose, standing behind a podium with microphones, flanked by two New Zealand flags.
Non-Toxic Aluminium Aquatint – Artificial Intelligence created source image (Neutral Face, Christopher Luxon as a Muppet)
A black and white print depicting a staircase with a metal railing, set against a textured wall and patterned floor tiles.
Non-Toxic Aluminium Aquatint – Mixture of Artificial Intelligence and Photoshop used for source image.
A textured printmaking artwork featuring abstract patterns and subtle variations in dark tones, showcasing the intricacies of the printmaking process.
Mezzotint (Using a non-toxic aquatint instead of the mezzotint rocker). Tree texture source image.
A detailed etching print showcasing intricate line work and textured patterns resembling natural elements.
First Line Non-Toxic Etching printed on my own printing press. (Tree Texture source image) a lot of foul biting.
An abstract printmaking piece featuring a textured surface with various lines and patterns in black and white.
First test Non-Toxic Aluminium Etching – Gifted pre-used plate. Tree Texture source image.
An intricate print of a kiwi bird rendered in a detailed etching style, with soft textures against a dark background.
Copperplate Mezzotint. Gifted pre-mezzotinted plate, albino Kiwi bird.
A detailed print of an elderly man's face, featuring long hair and a bushy beard, showcasing intricate textures and expressive features.
Mezzotint of Gandalf the Grey.
A detailed etching depicting a surreal, mechanical structure surrounded by various elements, including houses and abstract shapes.
A textured black and white print depicting a face with abstract features, resembling a portrait created through printmaking techniques.
An artistic print featuring a whimsical, intricately drawn structure resembling a fantastical building or machine, set against a soft blue and green background.
An etching of a dog's face, showcasing detailed lines and textures, with a focus on its expressive eyes.

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