Julie Cowan

Florals, political themes and architecture are the primary areas of investigation and exploration.

My paper lithography technique has layers of printmaking and drawing applications so that each piece is a monoprint. First, I shoot the photographic image. Then, once digitally altered, I print the image using a paper-transfer printmaking process with oil-based ink. I then layer the work to create unique works as detail on the prints are hand-colored with pencil or watercolor. Often, I layer the works with additional paper that has been printed and/or colored.

The printmaking technique reveals imperfection. The delicate nature of the paper printing plates helps to create images that reflect and capture moments in time.