A Morning of Coffee and Art
It’s no secret that I'm a big fan of Ellen de Meijer’s work. I've written about her art before. A couple of days ago, I caught up with her son, Mick de Meijer, over coffee at L’Adresse, across from Bryant Park. He brought one of Ellen’s limited edition prints for me—and let me tell you, I love it!
I also learned that there are still a few prints left, and I encourage you to check them out. If you’re interested in buying one (or a few), they’re priced at $1,500 and you can use the promo code PATO20OFF for a 20% discount. Here’s a link.
What is the Silkscreen Process?
Ellen de Meijer’s prints are made using the silkscreen process, a method that ensures high quality. Silkscreen, or screen printing, involves transferring ink onto paper through a mesh screen. This technique produces vibrant colors and fine details.
Here’s a quick overview of the silkscreen process:
Creation: First, a monochromatic photograph of the artist’s work is digitally printed on transparent mylar. The mylar is then placed over a mesh screen coated with a photosensitive emulsion.
Preparing the Screen: The screen is exposed to light, hardening the emulsion except where the art blocks the light.
Printing: Ink is pushed through the screen onto the printing surface using a squeegee. Each color requires a separate screen and layer of ink.
This process allows for precise and colorful prints. Here’s a video that explains the process.