My First Artwork, Woolworth Building 2014

It’s hard to believe it’s been a decade since I first picked up a typewriter to create my very first piece of artwork at 17. What began as a school art project initially led me to explore David Hockney's use of fax machines for art in the late ’80s (anyone remember those?). But after failing to find a fax machine in my local jumble stores, I discovered Paul Smith, an artist born with cerebral palsy who used a typewriter to create intricate, mesmerizing drawings. His work completely captivated me, and I knew I had to try my hand at this unique medium.

By sheer luck, I found my first typewriter, a lime green 1956 Oliver Courier, at a local jumble sale. An elderly couple overheard my request and sold it to me for £15—a small sum for what became one of the best investments of my life. After creating 50 drawings over 10 years, the Oliver shows its battle scars, held together by cable ties and bits of old pencil. Though I retired it in 2019, it remains on display, and who knows—one day it might come out of retirement if I can find the right parts to restore it.

The Woolworth Building measures 42cm x 29.7cm (A3) and is a first edition, limited to just 50 prints. I have never released this as a print before. 

About this print edition 

• Available in the following options:
  • A3, fine art print, edition of 50
• Presented on acid-free, archival German Etching Giclée paper from Hahnemühle
  
• Frames are heavyweight, solid wood from FSC-certified sources
• Carbon neutral, sustainable production, packaging and shipping
• Global delivery with tracked & insured shipping
• Digitally signed & numbered