In 1999 Derek discovered the Ufford Print Workshop (later to become Sudbourne Park Printmakers) a group of artists run by teacher and printmaker Gareth Jones. He knew nothing about printmaking then but soon became fascinated by the techniques. He is still learning today and owes a debt of gratitude to Gareth for his encouragement, enthusiasm and guidance over the past 20 years.
He enjoys every aspect of printmaking. The detailed work of drawing into a metal plate, the inking, etching in acids, the use of aquatint, the very different procedures involved in monoprint and lithography, all combine to produce images which are as unexpected as they are satisfying, and which cannot be predetermined - materials and processes have their say. Derek's prints are available as a small book (£20 inc p&p). |