When Clockworks Press first set out to begin manufacturing its first denim product it was absolutely essential that it happen locally and more importantly if possible in NYC's garment district. When I first contacted Alex Dabagh at Park Avenue International/Park Avenue Trimming on West 29th Street it was immediately evident that he had a true passion for everything he touched. Specializing in mostly leather products, I was unsure whether or not they would go for my small production of just 100 and not in leather, but in denim. Alex was happy to help and guide me through the process from sample to finish. This video shows Alex talking about his passion and the brand Pietro NYC that was started by his father, Pierre Dabagh in 1982.

This family driven business is filled with love and passion. When I picked up my samples, dropped off materials and finally when the first batch was completed I had a tingle go up my spine each and every time, I was living a dream, creating something I never phathomed possible. But Alex and his sister Alexa made it happen, If I had a moment of uncertainty the entire staff at Park Ave Trim knew how to handle it with ease. Each piece of denim I printed was carefully machine stitched one by one. I can't say enough amazing things about the team at Park, I am so truly grateful for their impeccable craftsmanship and love that is in each and every denim clutch they constructed for Clockworks Press. I am utterly grateful for this connection, which I hope will last a lifetime.

Clockworks Press™ combines contemporary design and sustainability to create unique, eco-friendly denim garments and accessories. Each piece is designed and printed one by one by artist Holly E Brown in Brooklyn, NY and manufactured in the heart of NYC’s Garment District.

Very pleased and honored to announce that my work is featured alongside a group of stellar international artists in Issue 4 (available now) of Pressing Matters magazine. From the UK this glorious independent publication is a run of 4000 and focuses on all the inky goodness of modern printmaking. My article, The Art of Looking Up walks you through my collagraph process from start to finish. I also speak about how I came to print on the most common of materials, denim. I hope you will take a moment to support Pressing Matters by ordering your copy today. 

It was wonderful to be back in my second studio home at the Grafische Werkplaats, Den Haag today! I spent yesterday completing the carving of my latest collagraph plate. This time I'm tackling some new bridges of the Netherlands! I had photographed this bridge last summer as it was finally unveiled after undergoing extensive preservation. No longer in use, De Hef bridge is a proud landmark in the gorgeous city of Rotterdam, Netherlands. Designed by Pieter Joosting in 1927 it is one of the few vertical lift bridges in the country. It replaced the older bridge that was destroyed by a German steamship. I found a great little silent film entitled, De Brug created by Joris Ivens that shows De Hef in it's glory, if you love old black and white I'm sure you will enjoy it. 

Clockworks Press is proud to be a part of the MADE IN NYC family. A key component of Clockwork's mission is to produce locally. We were able to establish full manufacturing in the heart of Manhattan's Garment District with Park Avenue Trimming/Park Avenue International  and EarwingsNYC. Every piece of denim is printed in Brooklyn one by one by founder and artist Holly E Brown. In addition all denim and materials were sourced in the USA with a large portion right here on the East Coast.  We are extremely excited to report that 75 pairs of jeans were recycled to make the edition of 100 denim clutches. "A portable print" each bag is a one of a kind original because each piece of denim has its very own wear patterns. Hand signed and numbered these bags won't be around for long!
​Hope to see you for the launch, info coming soon!

I am honored to be a part of the new [Print]maker Takeover blog on Atelier Indrukwekkend's site today. Take a moment to read all about my latest progress with denim printmaking and sustainability on their blog by clicking their logo. In addition, perhaps you will find an excellent workshop to join or event like the print swap to attend. Located in the heart of Delft, the Atelier is helping keep printmaking alive and well!

It was another wonderful experience teaching printmaking on 30 March 2018 at the Atelier Indrukwekkend in the heart of Delft, Netherlands. We had a great time carving and printing collagraphs on paper, fabric and of course recycled denim! Stay tuned for the next workshops coming soon! Special thanks to Speedball Art for the excellent supplies and The Living for the fabulous vegan lunch!