I discovered that the hibiscus is quite difficult to do as a Lino print with its variegated petals. When I saw and photographed the flower it was a windy afternoon and I thought to try c and build it into the background chatter. It feels a bit heavy, and painting and have the black ink run a little does not help.
Technique: #lino
Theme: #flower
Highlight colour: #orange #red
Series: #garden
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