Artwork
Dear Diary
Dear Diary is a print by Sara Fanelli. It dates from 1998 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
This print mixes personal and playful. Sara Fanelli made *Dear Diary* in 1998. It’s an etching, so ink presses into paper in one layer.
The print grew from a book idea. You’ll spot her dog Bubu, a leaping girl, and little hearts. Her grandmother’s handwritten poem sits on the side, linking two generations.
Her book *Dear Diary* followed this print. Look up Fanelli, Sara.
Overview
Dear Diary is a print by Sara Fanelli, created in 1998 using the etching technique. It showcases a mix of personal and playful elements.
Subject & Meaning
The print features the artist's dog Bubu, a leaping girl, and heart symbols, alongside a handwritten poem by Fanelli's grandmother. These elements link the artist's personal life and family history.
Technique & Style
The print is an etching, a technique where ink is pressed into paper in a single layer, resulting in a distinctive texture and visual quality.
History & Provenance
Dear Diary was developed into a book of the same name by Fanelli. The print represents an early stage in the book's creation, showcasing the artist's ideas in process.
Artist & collection
Artist
Sara Fanelli is a British artist and illustrator, best known for her children's picture books.
