#bookab

[djzentao]

Plant Life (close up) by _Booka B_ https://flic.kr/p/5HSn8F

[sharksandshinysequins]

I made my “splurchase” just now. I decided on purchasing a screen print from local artist and DJ Booka B. He has numerous works featured predominately in my place of work, and I have spent many nights closing up the bar contemplating purchasing one of his pieces.

I am currently taking a course that heavily features screen printing, and although Booka B has many hand painted works, I’ve become more intrigued by his screen prints and the process which goes into them.  

My appreciation of handcrafted graphic art has increased over the years and I currently own several letter press prints from Hatch Show Print out of Nashville, but this is my first screen print acquisition.

I feel good about this purchase, not only because I’m obtaining something I have sought after, but also because I really relish and enjoy supporting local artists whenever possible. This particular artist even lives in the same neighborhood as I, so it feels “extra” local.

I actually went a little overboard and purchased three prints. I couldn’t help myself. I bought two smaller prints at $10 a piece, and the one shown here for $30. Even though it is the furthest from the $2 splurchase goal, I decided to include this one because it is my favorite of the bunch.

The work measures 18″ x 24″ and is a two color print on 100# French Paper. I purchased it online at www.bookab.net, and do not have the physical copy as of yet. I am awaiting instructions for pick-up, where I most certainly will make a run and grab frames for the prints shortly after. I can’t wait.

In regards to the paper, this purchase has got me asking many questions about the valuation of art, both on a high-end level of the spectrum as well as how small, local artist put a price on their works. I figure I may put a little research in that while I contemplate the contents of my paper.