Diary (Chris Pendleton: Barn Owl) - Flame Tree Publishing

Part of the exciting and luxurious Flame Tree notebook series. Combining high-quality production with stunning artwork, the covers are printed on foil in five colours, embossed, and then foil-embossed again. They are incredibly practical: a rear pocket for receipts and scraps, two bookmarks, and a sturdy magnetic side flap. Perfect for personal use and an eye-catching gift. This example features “Płomykówka” by Chris Pendleton.

As a passionate wildlife enthusiast, Chris Pendleton chose the tawny owl as the subject of this four-colour reduction linocut. The tawny owl is a very beloved rural bird, widely distributed across the UK, and would be a common sight during Pendleton’s childhood walks through the woods and fields of Warwickshire.

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