Light in the Loafers LINOCUT PRINT

$18.00

Light in the Loafers Linocut Print

A handmade, original, open edition linocut print entitled, "Light in the Loafers." This simple bold print features a jaunty pair of loafers lightly resting on a pillow of cloud surrounded by a two banners with the text "Light in the Loafers." Historically, the phrase "Light in the Loafers" was used as a covert way to identify another member of the LGBTQ+ community.

This original, open edition linocut print, entitled "Light in the Loafers," features a whimsical depiction of a pair of loafers resting lightly on a cloud, framed by banners with the idiom. Historically, "Light in the Loafers" originated as a covert term within the LGBTQ+ community, used as a subtle way to identify fellow members during times when open expression of queerness was met with significant societal challenges.

Over time, the phrase has evolved in its use and interpretation. While initially serving as a discreet signal among members of the LGBTQ+ community, it was later adopted and sometimes used pejoratively by those outside the community. Despite this, the LGBTQ+ community has often reclaimed such terms, stripping them of their derogatory intent and transforming them into symbols of pride and resilience. This print captures the duality of the term – a nod to its past as a discreet signal and its present status as an emblem of resilience and self-acceptance in the LGBTQ+ community.

The linocut is hand printed using Speedball Professional Block Printing Ink (Black) on beautiful Strathmore 150gsm printmaking paper.

Each print is signed and dated in pencil by Eric Van Giessen. This is an open edition print and as such does not include edition numeration.

Every step in the process of making the linocut, from designing and drawing, to carving and printing, is done entirely by hand by me. This means that every print in the edition is absolutely unique and may vary ever so slightly from the illustration. These differences and imperfections are not flaws, but rather an inevitable outcome of the handmade process.

All prints are dispatched within 3 business days in a board-backed (acid-free), protective cellophane sleeve, ready to frame or give as a gift. They are then carefully packed in a rigid mailer and dispatched via Sendle Tracked Shpping (♻️ 100% Carbon Neutral).

Image: 95 x 140 mm (3.75 x 5.5") approx.

Paper: 127 x 178mm (5x7") approx.

. Livraison gratuite dès 140 $ d'achat.

We do not accept refunds, returns or exchanges unless the item you have received is damaged .

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We sell queer-inspired art prints, apparel, mugs and stickers! We're a queer-owned and run small business our of Toronto, Ontario, Canada. The Linocut print process of creating the linocut, from design and drawing to carving and printing, is performed by hand by the artist. Our tees are locally screen-printed in Toronto. Screen-printing is a traditional technique that involves pushing ink through a woven mesh stencil onto the fabric. The result is a vibrant, durable design with highly saturated colours that pop and feel premium

Getting started as an artist is a journey deeply intertwined with my personal life. Hi, I'm Eric J. Van Giessen (he/they), a scholar, poet, founder of Queero Gear, and above all, an artist. My voyage into the world of art began earlier in life when I found myself fascinated by the works of Robert Bateman. His artistry piqued my interest, and I started venturing into pencil drawings and hyperrealism. While at university, I further honed my skills through various drawing classes, and I found joy in creating portraitures that I often gifted to friends and family. Creating art provided a refreshing contrast to my head-focused academic life, providing me with an avenue for joy-bringing, hands-on tasks, thus launching me into my artistic career. What inspires me is a rich tapestry woven from various elements of my life. My upbringing as the son of a Christian Reformed pastor, attending Christian schools, and later coming out as queer at 25 have all significantly influenced my art. The journey into my own queer joy and expression has been profound. Today, I draw inspiration from artists like Andy Warhol, Keith Haring, Nikki McClure, Frida Kahlo, and countless contemporary queer artists and photographers. The skill and creativity of fellow printmakers astound me, and their work fuels my excitement to further develop my linocut making abilities.
As an artist, what makes me unique is the distinct blend of experiences that shape my work. One pivotal period was the loss of my father to acute myeloid leukaemia in 2016. The grief I carry from that time profoundly impacts my daily life and influences my art in ways that nothing else can. I channel this grief, alongside my lived experiences of queer religiosity, into creating art that communicates with and touches people.

We sell queer-inspired art prints, apparel, mugs and stickers! We're a queer-owned and run small business our of Toronto, Ontario, Canada. The Linocut print process of creating the linocut, from design and drawing to carving and printing, is performed by hand by the artist. Our tees are locally screen-printed in Toronto. Screen-printing is a traditional technique that involves pushing ink through a woven mesh stencil onto the fabric. The result is a vibrant, durable design with highly saturated colours that pop and feel premium

Getting started as an artist is a journey deeply intertwined with my personal life. Hi, I'm Eric J. Van Giessen (he/they), a scholar, poet, founder of Queero Gear, and above all, an artist. My voyage into the world of art began earlier in life when I found myself fascinated by the works of Robert Bateman. His artistry piqued my interest, and I started venturing into pencil drawings and hyperrealism. While at university, I further honed my skills through various drawing classes, and I found joy in creating portraitures that I often gifted to friends and family. Creating art provided a refreshing contrast to my head-focused academic life, providing me with an avenue for joy-bringing, hands-on tasks, thus launching me into my artistic career. What inspires me is a rich tapestry woven from various elements of my life. My upbringing as the son of a Christian Reformed pastor, attending Christian schools, and later coming out as queer at 25 have all significantly influenced my art. The journey into my own queer joy and expression has been profound. Today, I draw inspiration from artists like Andy Warhol, Keith Haring, Nikki McClure, Frida Kahlo, and countless contemporary queer artists and photographers. The skill and creativity of fellow printmakers astound me, and their work fuels my excitement to further develop my linocut making abilities.
As an artist, what makes me unique is the distinct blend of experiences that shape my work. One pivotal period was the loss of my father to acute myeloid leukaemia in 2016. The grief I carry from that time profoundly impacts my daily life and influences my art in ways that nothing else can. I channel this grief, alongside my lived experiences of queer religiosity, into creating art that communicates with and touches people.

Light in the Loafers LINOCUT PRINT

Light in the Loafers Linocut Print

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À propos de Queero Gear

Estimation à Toronto , Ontario .

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