Make Your Own Sunshine

Handprinted original linocut print of an orange/yellow tribal print sun on beautiful, yellow earth handmade paper.

The sun is carved in a tribal style and printed in a slightly darker burnt-orange tone ink on a deep yellow/orange paper. The effect is of a 'barely-there' sun print as the print itself and the paper only differ slightly in colour.

The print is made by hand carving the design into linoleum using traditional Japanese printmaking tools, rolling oil-based ink onto the lino and taking an impression onto paper by passing it through my etching press. The paper is a handmade Yellow Earth Bhutanese Rhesho paper, a beautiful muted, chalky colour.

Each print is editioned and signed as part of a limited edition run of twelve prints.

This piece was created and designed by printmaker Sophia Luna in her home studio in the historical city of York.

Approximate Sizes:
Print: 9x14 cm / 3.5x5.5 inches
Paper: 17x21.5 cm / 6.75x8.5 inches

Please bear in mind that each piece is printed by hand and therefore will vary slightly. The colour of the paper also varies as it is handmade therefore the ink will show up differently on the paper. I have included pictures of all twelve prints in the edition so please do message if there is a specific print you would like and I will check if it is available.

All prints are posted in heavy duty parcel tubes/envelopes to ensure they are protected throughout transport.

Having recently welcomed a baby boy, I am extremely grateful for all the support for my small business!

If you’d like to see the process behind creating my work, head over to my instagram channel https://instagram.com/sophialunadesigns