"Consider technique as a means by which you say what you have to say, and not an end in itself. What you say is of the first importance; how you say it is always secondary." - Lionel LeMoine FitzGerald

A man of many talents, Lionel LeMoine FitzGerald was known to explore various techniques throughout his career. (See previous newsletters on FitzGerald).
FitzGerald first started experimenting with drypoint at the Art Students' League in New York in 1922. When he returned to Winnipeg in 1923 he began linocutting - a technique he used for the very first of his famous Christmas cards. From there FitzGerald explored a wide array of printmaking techniques, including monoprinting, engraving, woodcuts, lithography, and stencil printing.

In all of FitzGerald's print work, he is careful to not let the technique take center stage. His approach is simple and direct, similar to his approach to drawing. Art historians note that FitzGerald seemed less interested in experimenting with printmaking techniques for their own sake, and more interested in finding the right method to produce multiple images.

The drypoint etchings available the Arctic Experience McNaught Gallery demonstrate this approach. They are carefully done and use the printmaking technique to produce clear,  graphic images, in FitzGerald's characteristic style.

This newsletter features some of the prints available at the gallery. All of the images are part of the Merkur Collection. Read more about the collection here and stay tuned for featured pieces in future newsletters!

Contact us to view L. L. FitzGerald prints: 905-522-9443 or info@arcticexperience.com