The term "trap in amber" means to preserve for perpetuity or, at least, a very long time. Some creatures trapped in amber have been preserved for millions of years.
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Feather 1 monoprint collage 21 x 30cm
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Feather 2 monoprint collage 21 x 30cm
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Feather 3 monoprint collage 21 x 30cm
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Feather 4 monoprint collage 21 x 30cm
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feather 5 monoprint collage 21 x 30cm
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Feather 6 monoprint collage 21 x 30cm
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Feather 7 monoprint collage 21 x 30cm
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Fern 1 monoprint collage 21 x 30cm
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Fern 2 monoprint collage 21 x 30cm
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Fern 3 monoprint collage 21 x 30cm
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This work explores the idea of dendrochronology, a commonly used term in archaeology for the dating of wooden structures. Each ring seen in a felled tree trunk corresponds to a year's growth and, by reference to a sample of known age, the wood can be dated.
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sawn tree trunk |
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frottage print |
The monoprints below are the further result of this initial response.
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We found this pair of ancient and mysterious labyrinth symbols carved into rocks just north of Tintagel in Cornwall.
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The prints below were produced by the frottage process shown.
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