The Printer

In The Printer, my latest portrait series, I aim to showcase the skill and creativity of a contemporary letter press printer Mr Derek Lamb. The sitter in these paintings is a master of the craft, using unconventional arrangements and experimental inking techniques to re-imagine the traditional art of letterpress in a fresh and playful way.

In these works, I believe I have achieved my best as an artist, using my skills in drawing and oil painting to accurately and vividly depict the character and spirit of the sitter. I hope that The Printer will inspire viewers to appreciate the craftsmanship and artistry of letterpress, and to see the possibilities for innovation and play within this traditional medium in the digital age.

Antique printing press with ornate metal design and a wooden handle.
Oil painting of a man in a blue shirt and beige pants sitting beside a vintage printing press and a table with papers.
Portrait painting of a man in a blue shirt with a contemplative expression, next to a sculpted pillar with a decorative element.
Oil painting of a man sitting indoors wearing a blue shirt and beige pants.
Oil portrait painting of a man wearing glasses and a blue shirt against a dark background.
Pencil sketch of a man seated on a stool next to a large printing press labeled "Alexandra Press." The man is wearing glasses and a casual outfit, sitting with one hand resting on his knee. The background includes detailed machinery parts and a table
Sketch of a man wearing glasses standing next to a machine labeled 'ALEXANDER.' The art style includes detailed shading and cross-hatching.
Illustration of a man working at an old printing press with a poster on the wall.