Dinah Coakley

Art Appreciation 

Dinah Coakley's artistic journey is deeply rooted in her upbringing within a dynamic and ever-changing environment, shaped by the presence of a single mother navigating the complexities of mental illness. Drawn to the homes and belongings of childhood companions, Coakley found solace and inspiration in the stories embedded within these domestic artifacts, each item serving as a tangible link to memories of the past.

Embracing the Watercolor Monoprinting process, she infuses her work with a radiant brilliance unique to the medium, often employing a repeatable matrix to capture the fluidity of watercolor. Utilizing relief and intaglio techniques, Coakley meticulously crafts plates that embody the essence of her artistic vision, blending control with the spontaneity of her creative process. 

Gypsy Cat, Relief Print

Nature/Nurture letterpress, dry point, relief

Winged Victory Watercolor monoprint, intaglio

Sources:

http://www.dinahcoakley.com/about.html

https://www.instagram.com/dcpressworks/

https://www.etsy.com/shop/DCPressWorks