Stone And Press

Lonely Planet review

Here's a cool shop for enthusiasts of fine-art mezzotints, lithographs, wood engravings and etchings by modern American artists. Mezzotints are clearly the emphasis here, and flipping through the huge collection (filed away in bins like records in a record store) is a good way to gain appreciation for a largely under-appreciated art form.

Naturally, most of the work has a soft, antiquated look, and much of the imagery is plucked from the past - old photos, newspaper clippings and the like. But most of the artists featured here are contemporary, and some are clearly pushing the envelope, exploring new possibilities and techniques. A startling range in texture, tone and definition is achieved in black and white and sepia hues. All works are original and printed in limited editions. Spend a little time in this shop. You'll be glad you did.