Here's a rather straightforward drypoint print that has been watercolored by Aussie artist Juli Haas, titled - Mother from 2005. I think that it has much in common with Sir John Tenniel's wood-engraving of Alice's Duchess, especially in its frighteningly intense aspect. www.youtube.com/watch?v=4XUQcArM8zg
If you visit the above link, you can watch this gal (sadly, not Juli Haas) drypoint away with her very sharp & heavy tool. FYI - "Perspex" is Brit speak for Plexiglas. Diamond tipped tools are best, with carbide-steel running a close second. Too bad that drypoint plates have a limited short life. The best prints are the very first ones, & the plate will only hold up for about 10 - 15 impressions.
Cheers! Roxanne
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