Alyson Fox – Shape 21

This is our second collaborative edition with Alyson Fox and the scale of the work has expanded in this series of six large-scale Shapes silkscreen prints. Known for deftly moving between fine art, textile, graphic and product design, we have created a grouping of Shapes screenprints based on Alyson's designs. Alyson treats the daily generation of these shapes as one would a journal. Peppered with her very particular experiences of shape, surface and the fascinating interactions between objects and images, Fox’s Shapes reflect how she moves through the world; seeing and absorbing the ways in which edges touch, forms overlap, shadows are case or objects obscured. Produced in an unexpected and beautifully sophisticated palette, these prints look as good in a grouping as they do on their own.

Alyson Fox (b. 1979 El Paso, TX) is an artist and designer working across many mediums. She received a MFA from the University of Colorado where she focused on sculpture, and a BFA in Photography from Florida state University. Fox is consistently driven by curiosity. Untethered by medium and pledging no fine art or design world allegiances, she is a true descendent of the Bauhaus ethos of the multi-faceted maker. Shortly after graduating she brought her training in photography and drawing along with her unique material sensibilities to surface design projects. It makes sense that her independent studio output in the subsequent years has all involved an engagement with and experience of spaces for living.

Peppered with her very particular experiences of shape, surface and the fascinating interactions between objects and images, Fox’s work reflects how she moves through the world; seeing and absorbing the ways in which edges touch, forms overlap, shadows are case or objects obscured. The creative outcomes of these observed moments can take as diverse forms as fine art photography, weavings, blown glass, editioned silkscreen prints, tufted carpets, wallpaper patterns and even a series of unconventional ikebana-inspired flower arrangements.

Our typical framing practice is to float mount prints with 1-inch of space around the print. This is a method of framing that keeps the art fully visible in the frame and leaves the edges of the cotton papers exposed. A spacer is added to the frame to keep the artwork from touching the plexiglass. Float mounting requires adhering the print to an acid free foam core back or mat board using acid free linen tape.

UV-filtering plexiglass is used for all frames, an option that has become the industry standard. Plexiglass is lighter, scratch-resistant & shatter-resistant (essential for shipping). It also provides more UV protection and less glare than glass.

Standard Framing – We work with online framing company Simply Framed to offer three standard framing finishes; White, Natural and Black. For those interested in different finishes beyond these three, they can view the full selection of Simply Framed options and email us prior to purchase, allowing us to provide a quote and finalize arrangements.

More about the Standard Framing process

Premium Framing – We work with Boston-based fine art framers, Adjective Art & Framing to select specific framing options for each of our invited artist editions. Adjective builds custom-made contemporary hardwood frames for artists, collectors, galleries, and museums. Their standard line of moldings are milled from sustainably sourced hardwoods (often Ash, Maple, Walnut or Cherry) that are then custom stained or lacquered. Adjective backs all their frames with sturdy wooden strainers, reinforcing their structure and allowing their profiles to be narrower - an elegant way to present contemporary prints.

For those interested in different finishes beyond those we’ve selected, they can view the full offering of finishes from Adjective and email us prior to purchase, allowing us to provide a quote and finalize arrangements.

More about the Premium Framing Process

Lead Time
Unframed: Ready to Ship
Framed: 4-5 weeks + shipping

Outside Dimensions
Unframed: 20” x 28”
Standard White/Black Framing: 23.25” x 31.25”
Standard Natural Framing: 23.5” x 31.5”
Premium Framing: 23” x 31”