Mortlake Print Exchange
Each Fall Mortlake and Company invites print makers to participate in a themed exhibition and print exchange as part of the Mortlake Book Fair festivities. Participating artists submit a limited number of prints, which are then exchanged with the other artists work. In addition to exhibiting the prints in its gallery throughout September, Mortlake and Company will also host two receptions [ see dates below ].
Print Exchange curated by Brian Cotnoir & William Kiesel - 2018 Theme:
Ascent Through Descent Many esoteric traditions have in their practice ideas of descent into the underworld in order for the soul to ascend. In alchemy it is the nigredo the black stage, an opening of the body, a descent into matter before its rebirth. Or, consider the shaman’s descent into, and travels through, the underworld in pursuit of healing. In our stories of the gods we hear of Orpheus’ descent into Hades to retrieve his love Eurydice. Or, of the Harrowing of Hell, Christ’s descent into hell before his resurrection. It is an idea that is repeated in many ways, throughout many cultures and spiritual traditions.
Participating Artists
click on artists names for more details Brent Aaron Michelle Anderst Richard 'Bokar' Capuro Brian Cotnoir David D'Andrea Rik Garrett Travis Lawrence John Leary Drew Meger | Corey Press Carlos Melgoza Tom Schurr Nina Pluska Max Razdow Liv Rainey-Smith Brandi Strand Faith Sponsler Tim Svenonius J. Swofford Joseph Uccello Benjamin A. Vierling Parker Wrenn |
In addition to individual prints, a limited number of complete sets from the exhibition will be available for sale. Contact us for inquiries.
Print makers interested in participating in the 2019 print exchange should contact Mortlake and Company for details. |
Mortlake and Company
121 Prefontaine Place South
Seattle, WA 98144
121 Prefontaine Place South
Seattle, WA 98144