Cupid & Psyche: A Love That Transcends the Ordinary

Are you in love? Have you ever experienced that irresistible attraction, the excitement of a first kiss or the feeling that you have found your soulmate?

Cupid & Psyche is an original, hand-printed reduction linocut depicting the two mythological lovers locked in a passionate embrace.

In the ancient story, Cupid, the god of love, falls in love with Psyche, a mortal woman whose beauty arouses the jealousy of Venus. Their love is tested by separation, impossible tasks and the boundaries between the human and divine worlds. Ultimately, their story becomes one of love, trust and transformation.

I have always been fascinated by myths and fairy tales. Beneath their extraordinary events lie deeply human experiences, our longing for connection, the difficulties we encounter and the transformative power of love.

This little linocut captures a moment of intimacy and abandon, a celebration of the mysterious force that draws two people together.

A romantic, expressive original print that would make a meaningful gift for someone you love, or a beautiful reminder of love's enduring power.

An original reduction linocut, printed entirely by hand

I created Cupid & Psyche using the reduction linocut technique, sometimes called the suicide method, because the lino block is progressively carved away as each colour is printed. Once the process is complete, the original block can no longer be used to reproduce the earlier stages.

I printed each impression by hand, without a printing press, carefully transferring the ink onto paper.

Only nine impressions were made. Because every print was pulled by hand, each has subtle variations in colour and texture, giving it its own individual character.

These are original works of printmaking, not digital reproductions.

Artwork details

• Original, hand-printed reduction linocut

• Limited edition of 9 impressions

• Medium: Caligo Safe Wash oil-based printing inks on paper

• Print size: 23 × 16 cm

• Unframed, mounted and ready for framing

• Printed entirely by hand, without a printing press

Your original print will be sent carefully wrapped, protected in cardboard and securely packaged for transport. I recommend professional framing to preserve the artwork and beautifully present it in your home.