Abstract Etchings

Patterns and Shapes

These abstract etchings were mostly inspired by the natural world. I enjoy creating abstract designs that lead the eye around the image and leave the viewer space to imagine their own interpretation of the images.

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All of my etchings are available to purchase from my Etsy shop

Abstract aquatint etching inspired by seed pods. Stylised design of circles dots and wavy lines printed in blue ink. Limited edition intaglio etching by Jill Welham. Hand pulled zinc plate etching.
Seed Pods
Abstract aquatint etching inspired by sea shells. Stylised design of circles dots and wavy lines printed in blue ink. Limited edition intaglio etching by Jill Welham. Hand pulled zinc plate etching.
Shell Structures
Abstract aquatint etching inspired by the seas shore. Stylised design of a pebble on the beach with waves and ripples in the sand. printed in blue ink. Limited edition intaglio etching by Jill Welham. Hand pulled zinc plate etching.
Ebb and Flow
Abstract design of a stylised flower Aquatint etching printed in blue ink. Limited edition intaglio etching by Jill Welham. Hand pulled zinc plate etching.
Bloom
Abstract design of a stylised flower Aquatint etching printed in blue ink. Limited edition intaglio etching by Jill Welham. Hand pulled zinc plate etching.
Floral Fantasy
Abstract design inspired by aerial views of landscapes. Aquatint etching printed in red ink. Limited edition intaglio etching by Jill Welham. Hand pulled zinc plate etching.
Red Abstract
Abstract design of vertical and horizontal lines inspired by building reflections in a river. Aquatint etching printed in blue ink. Limited edition intaglio etching by Jill Welham. Hand pulled zinc plate etching.
Reflections
Abstract design of lines, tones and textures. Inspired by shadows see in a subway. Aquatint etching printed in black ink. Limited edition intaglio etching by Jill Welham. Hand pulled zinc plate etching.
Subway Shadows
Abstract design of vertical, horizontal and diagonal lines. Inspired by tall grasses growing in the garden. Aquatint etching printed in blue ink. Limited edition intaglio etching by Jill Welham. Hand pulled zinc plate etching.
Plant Forms