Monotype
A monotype is a unique image produced by printing from a smooth plate, like glass or metal, that has been inked with a design.
The image is moved from the plate onto a sheet of paper by pressing them together, typically employing a printing press.
Monotypes can alternatively be crafted by applying ink across the entire surface and then, with brushes or cloths, selectively removing ink to generate areas of light within a solid, opaque colour region. Generally, a monotype impression is one-of-a-kind, although occasionally a second, fainter impression can be obtained from the inked plate, but it will be significantly lighter and generally of lower quality.
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Tunji Adeniyi-Jones
Tunji Adeniyi-Jones was born in 1992 in London, UK, and is currently based in New York, USA.
Glaring Shade Enquire [template]
In Glaring Shade, Gribbon inserts Scott into various scenes through the matrix of the queer woman artist in the 21st century.The series of 12 monotype prints draw attention to the act of seeing, not just for the artist and viewer, but also for the subject. The variations of print motifs each draw attention to Scott’s eyes, created by unique manipulations of a printing plate and inks. In one scenario, Scott blocks a spotlight light with her hand, a nod to her performance background. In another, she protects herself with an eyepatch, surrounded by an imagined greenscape inspired by art historical scenes. This playful approach to printmaking allows the viewer to empathise with Scott’s experience of seeing, whilst simultaneously questioning what it is to be seen.
![Glaring Shade Enquire [template]](https://a.storyblok.com/f/147356/2100x2800/4878ae38ae/jennagrib-783_-frame-composite-g2w1-5-darkwalnut_13.jpg/m/2340x0 "Glaring Shade Enquire [template]")
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