Alexis Lesnick 'Scaredy Cat' Print Available

Artist: Alexis Lesnick
Title: Scaredy Cat
Medium: 2 Color Linocut Print
Size: 9 x 12 Inches
Edition: OPEN
Price: $45

Alexis Lesnick is the creative force behind the Etsy shop Patterned, which she operates from her home studio in Maryland, United States. Having maintained a presence on the platform for over fifteen years, she has cultivated a reputation as a prolific printmaker and illustrator. Her work is deeply rooted in the traditions of relief printing, a process she fully committed to in 2019 after originally exploring the medium during her college years. This hands-on technique involves meticulously carving designs into linoleum or wood blocks, which are then hand-pulled to create unique prints on various surfaces, including high-quality rag paper and textiles.

The aesthetic of her shop is heavily influenced by the natural world, frequently featuring motifs of flora and fauna that reflect the changing seasons and the delicate balance between light and dark. Beyond nature, she draws significant inspiration from Victorian ephemera, folklore, and pop culture, often blending these elements into whimsical designs such as botanical hand-pulled prints or themed garlands. For Lesnick, the act of printmaking serves as both a meditative practice to process anxiety and a way to create functional art like greeting cards and stickers. Her commitment to manual craftsmanship is a defining characteristic of her brand, as every piece is produced by hand without the use of artificial intelligence to generate or enhance her imagery. By prioritizing traditional methods, she ensures each item carries the distinct texture and slight variations that characterize authentic relief art.