Artwork
Snowfall, East London 2009
Snowfall, East London 2009 is a print by East London Printmakers. It dates from 2009 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
The design consists of a collection of thin, vertical lines and branches, with some thicker lines and shapes scattered throughout.
This painting features a dark blue, abstract design on a white background. The design consists of a collection of thin, vertical lines and branches, with some thicker lines and shapes scattered throughout. The overall effect is one of intricate, layered patterns.
In the lower center of the image, a small inscription reads "Snowfall, East London 2009" in light gray text. Below this, the artist's name, "East London Printmakers," is written in smaller text.
The use of dark blue and white creates a striking contrast, drawing the viewer's eye to the intricate details of the design. To learn more about the techniques used in this piece, explore the technique of impasto.
Overview
Snowfall, East London 2009 is a screen‑printed work produced by the collective East London Printmakers. Executed in a limited edition, each impression bears the artist’s signature, edition number and title, indicating its status as a numbered print.
Subject & Meaning
The image consists of an abstract arrangement of fine vertical strokes and branching forms set against a light background. The composition creates a dense, layered network of lines that suggests the visual texture of falling snow or a stylised urban landscape, inviting viewers to contemplate pattern and repetition.
Technique & Style
The piece employs screen‑printing with dark purple (appearing as deep blue) ink laid over an off‑white ground. The contrast between the saturated hue and the pale field emphasizes the intricate line work. The print’s surface reflects the flat, graphic qualities typical of the medium while retaining a sense of depth through overlapping elements.
History & Provenance
Issued in 2009, the work forms part of a series produced by the East London Printmakers studio, a collaborative group known for collective editions. The print’s provenance is documented through the artist’s signature and edition numbering, confirming its place within the original limited run.
Context
Created during a period of renewed interest in collaborative printmaking in East London, the work reflects the studio’s emphasis on experimental graphic processes. Its abstract visual language aligns with contemporary explorations of urban environments and natural phenomena rendered through print media.
Artist & collection
Artist
This group makes contemporary prints that tell everyday stories with sharp, colorful lines.
