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1st & 2nd August 2026
LEAMINGTON SPA
10am-6pm
Ian Jackson
Website:
'@ianjacksonartist_artist
hare and Cornflower- Reduction Linocut print
Goshawk- Linocut Print
Smilodon Skull Study- Linocut Print
Biography
I am a naturalist artist and illustrator with formal training in scientific illustration. My practice emphasises traditional printmaking techniques, including linocut, woodcut, and wood engraving. As a self-taught printmaker, I am dedicated to replicating the finesse of pen and ink illustration, continually exploring the potential for detail and refinement inherent in these classic mediums. My lino prints are often executed with such intricacy that they are occasionally mistaken for etchings, reflecting my commitment to surpassing conventional methodologies.
In addition to my focus on relief printing,
field sketching also forms an integral part of my creative process, often providing the initial inspiration for my prints.
inspiration
I’m deeply inspired by the natural world, with a particular passion for wildlife and natural history—especially ornithology and palaeontology. My artistic practice often finds its roots in the study of birds and fossils, with recent series drawing extensively from research conducted in museums and archives. This immersion in scientific sources enables me to capture the subtle intricacies and authenticity of my subjects. Beyond these themes, I enjoy weaving elements from diverse world cultures into my work, such as the motifs of Celtic art, oriental influences, and medieval aesthetics. This multicultural approach lends my pieces a distinctive character and atmosphere. My influences span both contemporary peers and renowned historical artists, including Robert Gillmor, Peter Scott, Charles Tunnecliffe, Kawase Hasui, and Tsukioka Yoshitshi. Their mastery in depicting nature and atmosphere continues to inform and inspire my creative journey.
medium
I produce relief prints in my home studio located in North Warwickshire, utilising traditional tools and techniques developed over many years. My practice places particular emphasis on working with fine papers, such as handmade Nepali lokta and Japanese Awagami varieties.
Alongside my commitment to relief printing, I regularly incorporate digital processes to develop coloured or customised editions of my limited works, with the objective of making my art accessible to the broadest possible audience.
I employ environmentally responsible inks that clean up easily with soap and water, and compost the majority of my scrap paper and lino—an approach that has proven highly effective.