Monoprints
A monoprint is a type of printmaking in which only one unique impression is produced, rather than a reproducible edition.
In a monoprint, the artist applies ink or paint to a smooth surface — such as glass, metal, or a printing plate — and then transfers the image onto paper, usually by hand pressure or through a press. Some traces of the original design may remain on the plate, allowing for a second, lighter impression, but each result is distinct.
Unlike etching, screenprinting, or lithography (which can create multiples), a monoprint combines aspects of painting and printmaking — it’s a one-of-a-kind image characterised by spontaneity, variation, and the direct touch of the artist.
