Handmade papers and materials used for art
Paper is more than a surface—it is part of the work itself. By making paper from recycled fibres, discarded prints, and everyday materials, I extend the creative process beyond the image. Each sheet carries its own texture, weight, and character, becoming a unique object before any mark is made.
The papermaking process is slow and tactile. Pulp is prepared by hand, shaped, pressed, and dried, allowing subtle variations to emerge naturally. These handmade papers are used both as finished artworks and as materials for artistic projects, particularly artist books, where the physical qualities of the paper become an essential part of the reading experience.
This practice naturally connects with printmaking. Printing begins with paper, and making paper completes the cycle. The printed image can return to pulp, transformed into new sheets that are ready to receive another impression. Through this continuous process, the boundaries between support, artwork, and material become fluid.
By combining handmade paper and printmaking, I explore themes of transformation, memory, and permanence. Each work reflects a dialogue between making, unmaking, and remaking—where every fibre holds the possibility of another story.
