Bedford – Folk Style Linocuts By MStraccia Art

Bedford Flea Market

My second art market at Bedford flea at St Paul’s Square is on Sunday 11 September. There are snazzy new market gazebos there too. Fingers are crossed for good weather but it’s nice to know they have us covered. It’s a busy creative market with a Local Produce section including a grown-not-flown florist, vegan smoothies,Continue reading “Bedford Flea Market”

Etsy Shop Update

Just a quick note to let you know that my Etsy shop has been updated. I have restocked some linocut prints and there are three new reduction prints that are now available to buy for the first time online. ‘Knight’, ‘Happy Hens’ and ‘Blue Vase’ are reduction linocut prints that I made this year. TheyContinue reading “Etsy Shop Update”

Knight

My Etsy shop is getting refreshed. I’m restocking and listing some new prints. Like this knight dude. He’s a limited edition, hand printed lino reduction cut. If you’re looking for affordable art, a truly unique gift or something with a just a hint of the folky strange, then check out my shop on Friday 19Continue reading “Knight”

Fundraiser Reduction Print

I made a two colour reduction linocut to sell as a fundraiser for the Red Cross Ukraine crisis appeal. I have sold out now, but the money that was donated came to £410. A print was given to anyone who gave money to charity. My target was £300, but people were very generous. Thank youContinue reading “Fundraiser Reduction Print”

Interview with Bedford Flea

On Sunday 10 April I will be trading at my first Bedford flea. Talia and Laura, who organise this amazing market, have been interviewing all the makers. If you want to find out more about me, now is your chance! Here’s a transcript of the mini interview that they have been sharing on their socials.Continue reading “Interview with Bedford Flea”

Bedford Flea

If you live in or close to Bedford, have you ever been to the monthly flea market? It’s on the second Sunday of every month. On Sunday 10 April I will be there selling artwork along with many other very talented local makers and artists. Find us between 10AM – 3PM at St. Paul’s Square,Continue reading “Bedford Flea”

The GAL-lery

Drink and Draw with the Circus of Illustration This month the Circus of of Illustration are hosting a Drink and Draw based on inspirational women in anticipation of international womens day. What is Drink and Draw? Drink and Draw nights are relaxed affairs. We host a free evening of drawing at The Park Pub inContinue reading “The GAL-lery”

Heart Vase

This is a new reduction linocut of some flowers in a vase. It’s soooo bright and colourful. The photo is quite faithful to how the print appears in real life. I’ve mixed my own pinks and purple rather than using pigment straight from the tube. It was so satisfying to do. These are dry now.Continue reading “Heart Vase”

Fox Linocut

This countryside fox (Vulpes vulpes) design is my latest linocut print and my last print of 2021. It’s in a traditional arts and crafts inspired vintage style. I used burnt sienna ink on cream printer’s paper (zerkhall paper). I call him Hubert the Fox. He’s available to buy from my shop now. The fox wentContinue reading “Fox Linocut”

Winter Barn Owl Reduction Print now on sale

I have added a new listing to my Etsy shop. This reduction print of a winter barn owl. A snowy scene for your walls, just in time for Christmas (great if you are looking for gifts for nature lovers). If you are interested in how I created this limited edition linocut you can read aContinue reading “Winter Barn Owl Reduction Print now on sale”