LionOfBali

Lion of Bali

Chicago, Illinois | 168 Sales

5 out of 5 stars (39)

LionOfBali

Lion of Bali

Chicago, Illinois 168 Sales On Etsy since 2010

5 out of 5 stars (39)

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  • Iris on Iris – 5 color Letterpress Print on Handmade Iris Paper, Item No. 182.2

    $65.00

  • Be My Bloody Valentine – Letterpress Printed Card with Quote from Dracula, Item No. 137

    $5.50

  • Cherub Butterfly – Happy New Year – Victorian Christmas Series – 6 Color Letterpress Printed Card, Limited Edition, Blank (Item No. 289)

    $8.00

  • Pink Nights No. 2 (Diptych): Detroit Skyline - Handmade, pigmented paper with pulp painting (2018) by Don Widmer, Item No. 284.02

    $800.00

    • Announcement   You can visit Lion of Bali's booth at For the Love of Art Fair (South Bend, IN) on March 2-3, 2019. Visit https://www.fortheloveofartfair.com/

    Other upcoming events at https://dwidmer.com/events

    Announcement

    Last updated on Dec 20, 2018

    You can visit Lion of Bali's booth at For the Love of Art Fair (South Bend, IN) on March 2-3, 2019. Visit https://www.fortheloveofartfair.com/

    Other upcoming events at https://dwidmer.com/events

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    About

    • Agitating the paper pulp in preparation for pulling the sheet.
    • Pulling a sheet of abaca using a large mould and deckle.
    • Couching a sheet of paper.
    • Using a compressor to spray cotton pulp onto abaca sheets. This is called pulp painting.
    • A quieter and more precise method of pulp painting is by using a hand held pump sprayer.

    Paper inspires me.

    It's only a short time since I graduated with my MFA in Book and Paper Arts from Columbia College Chicago and my practice is still developing. One thing I know for certain is that paper is the medium which will continue to define my art-making.

    Since the first time I dipped my hands into a vat of paper pulp I was hooked. It is a truly visceral experience... the smell of freshly pulped plant material, the sound of the water splashing and spraying, the feel of the chilly water numbing my fingers. I love to create paper for its own sake, but I also like to use it as a medium for printing, or to transform it into a 3-dimensional work of art.

    In my shop you will find works of handmade paper, some created wholly from paper, such as pulp paintings. Other times I print onto the handmade sheets. Other cards and prints are created on fine art paper, especially the recycled and colorful papers created by the family-run French Paper Company.

    My art is inspired by stories, my travels, or whatever my imagination feels like conjuring on a particular day. I hope you will find something that catches your eye or fires your own imagination.

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    • Don Widmer

      Owner

      Don Widmer is a Chicago-based book and paper artist whose work is inspired by travel, reflecting the sights, sounds, and colors of the places he visits. He uses relief printing, handmade papermaking and bookbinding (separately or in combination) to create unique works of art.

    • All Handmade by ME

      Owner, Maker, Designer, Curator

      This seal of approval is proudly displayed to indicate that every item in my shop is hand-crafted by Chicago-based book and paper artist Don Widmer!

    Production partners

    • Len Widmer

      Cleveland, OH

      Len Widmer is Cleveland-area wood craftsman who makes furniture, bowls and other art objects. Len crafts custom frames for Lion of Bali's paper artworks. He has won numerous awards for his meticulous wood turned objects.

    • Lowitz & Sons

      Chicago, IL

      A producer of quality printing.

    Shop policies

    Last updated on January 20, 2014
    I want you to be completely satisfied with your purchase. Here is a list of my general policies. Feel free to contact me with questions.

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    Accepts Etsy Gift Cards and Etsy Credits
    Returns and exchanges
    RETURN POLICY
    I want you to love your handmade item. If you are not completely satisfied with your purchase you may return the item within 14 days of receiving it for a full refund (excludes custom orders). Item must be in its original packaging and in perfect, unused condition. Note, however, that I will not refund the price of return shipping.
    Payment
    We accept PayPal, Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover, and Etsy gift cards.

    PayPal is a third party credit card processor that keeps all of your transaction information secure. You do not need your own PayPal account to use the service.
    Shipping
    I ship via USPS and pieces leave my house in 1-3 days (orders placed on weekends/holidays may take a little longer). Shipping costs are calculated for individual items. If you would like to place a large order I'll be happy to work with you to adjust the shipping price. Please contact me if you would like this option.
    INTERNATIONAL ORDERS

    All of my items can be shipped internationally and the approximated shipping prices for Canada and Mexico are given along with a standard "Everywhere Else" listing. If the shipping price turns out to be significantly less to ship to your destination I will refund the difference via PayPal. Note that I do not pay any duties, customs fees, or any other associated fees. These are the responsibility of the buyer if their country charges these types of fees. Please be aware of customs information including any fees that may be incurred on your end before purchasing. This information can be found at your local post office or on the web. Every country varies.

    I offer a "Gift Wrap Option." Click here... https://www.etsy.com/listing/105268533/gift-wrap-option ... for more details.

    **IMPORTANT: If your item is a gift and/or not being shipped directly to you, please change the "Ship To" address when placing your order. I can only ship to the address listed on your PayPal order, otherwise the PayPal buyer/seller protection is void. Please let me know if you have any questions.