Sfizio Series

In Italian, uno sfizio means a little whim or fancy. Similar to the Mending and Loose Threads series, these slightly smaller handstitched collagraph monoprints explore the nature of time passing. Utilizing deep black printmaking paper and white oil ink with colorful silk threads, these works communicate a sense of secret intimacy. When creating these works, I was reminded of lingerie and the small precious fancies that we treat ourselves to in the private or hidden aspects of our lives.

Sfizio I
2019
collagraph monoprint with chine collè and thread
11 x 8 1/2 inches; 14 x 11 inches (framed)
Sfizio II
2019
collagraph monoprint with chine collè and thread
11 x 8 1/2 inches; 14 x 11 inches (framed)
Sfizio III
2019
collagraph monoprint with chine collè and thread
11 x 8 1/2 inches; 14 x 11 inches (framed)
Sfizio IV
2019
collagraph monoprint with chine collè and thread
11 x 8 1/2 inches; 14 x 11 inches (framed)
Sfizio V
2019
collagraph monoprint with chine collè and thread
11 x 8 1/2 inches; 16 x 12 inches (framed)
Sfizio VI
2019
collagraph monoprint with chine collè and thread
11 x 8 1/2 inches; 14 x 11 inches (framed)
Sfizio VII
2019
collagraph monoprint with chine collè and thread
11 x 8 1/2 inches; 16 x 12 inches (framed)
Sfizio VIII
2019
collagraph monoprint with chine collè and thread
11 x 8 1/2 inches; 16 x 12 inches (framed)