Etchings

My work is mainly inspired by the landscape and the small details of nature that can be easily overlooked. I enjoy creating abstract works usually inspired by nature but man-made structures can also be a source of inspiration.

All of my original prints are made by hand using traditional and contemporary methods. Each print is individually inked and hand pulled onto high quality cotton rag paper.

My etchings are created on zinc plates. I use Copper Sulphate to etch the plates. I also create monoprints and collagraphs, building up collaged materials onto mountboard. 

The prints are made in small editions and are available for sale. Click on the links below to view more. My etchings are available to  purchase from my Etsy shop.

Original aquatint etching of stylised mountains and sky. Printed from a square zinc plate in sepia ink. By Jill Welham
Looking West, original aquatint etching
Landscape Etchings

Original aquatint etching showing a mug full of snowdrop flowers. Printed in shades of green. By Jill Welham
Cup of Hope, original aquatint etching
Botanical etchings
Original aquatint etching by Jill Welham. An abstract piece printed in shades of blue inspired by seed pods from the garden.
Seed Pods, original aquatint etching
Abstract etchings
A pair of courting gannets. Original aquatint etching by Jill Welham. Printed in sepia ink from a zinc plate. Hand pulled etching.
Gannnets, original etching
Bird etchings