About this Product
A playful baby zebra captured in warm, earthy tones.
Title: "New Legs"
Print Number: 3/10
Paper dimensions: 11”X13”
Image dimensions: 8”X10”
Carefully hand-pulled and printed on luxurious 100% cotton Reeves BFK paper with deckled edges, this 11” x 13” artwork showcases the delicate detail of the zebra’s striped coat as it prances playfully—a moment of fun captured in timeless monochrome.
This piece is part of a limited series using the solarplate intaglio technique, an eco-friendly and expressive printmaking process. Each print is unique and handmade, ensuring slight variations that add authenticity and charm.
Whether you're a collector of fine printmaking, a fan of African wildlife, or seeking elegant and meaningful nursery wall art, this baby zebra print brings warmth, depth, and natural grace to any space.
PLEASE NOTE: The colors in the photographs will differ slightly from the colors on the actual print. This is due to the different color settings on monitors.
With every purchase, you receive a Certificate of Authenticity to protect your investment and to prove the artwork is a genuinely original piece of artwork created by me (Deadra D. Kolker).
Be sure to check out the other prints from this series!
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Meet the Maker
TL:DR
I have always been interested in art. Even as a kid, I loved to draw, write stories, and make things. Now I enjoy exploring different forms of art, especially the ones I have never tried before. I also enjoy reading, gaming, and watching anime.
I love the process of creating art most of all. I love the planning, the rough edges, the trial and error, the blood, sweat, and tears! I love smearing etching plates with ink and cranking the plates through a press, I love trying to mix the right shade of oils on my palette. I love trudging through the pasture in rubber boots to find the right shot, hoping you don't get chiggers and a sunburn. The result may be right, or it may be totally wrong. The fun part is getting there!
It's all technical
I graduated from Cameron University with a BFA in Studio Arts with a concentration in Graphic Design. I have completed an internship at a printing company as a graphic designer and have performed pre-press operations for both an offset press and a digital press. I also have experience working on a commercial printing press, as well as an etching press. I have developed black and white film and developed black and white photography prints. I am no stranger to screen printing and have designed and created t-shirts on a manual four-color press using water-based inks.
I always wondered how the graphic design professionals achieved the result. I have come to learn that graphic design is like trying to create a new, delicious dish to eat. There are many ingredients to choose from, but it is important to choose the right combination of ingredients to create the desired effect. That is why I am so passionate about this profession. Every project is a new adventure and a new problem to be solved.
I am always looking to improve my current skills and to acquire new ones. I am currently learning mold making and casting techniques. I am trying to keep up with today's ever-changing world of web design, so I am continuing to learn CSS and HTML5. JavaScript is also on my list to learn, as well as the Japanese language and how to play the piano. So much to do, so little time!
How it’s Made
This print began as a hand-drawn image, meticulously rendered on frosted Mylar using a black Prismacolor Verithin pencil and a detailed cross-hatching technique. I then exposed the drawing onto a solarplate to create the printing matrix.
Once the plate was prepared, I inked it using professional-grade etching inks and ran it through an etching press using Rives BFK paper. Each plate is printed twice: first in black ink to establish the structure and depth, then again with colored inks to enhance the image. While some prints may share a color palette, each one is individually inked and hand-pulled, making every piece truly one-of-a-kind.
These are entirely hand-drawn, hand-exposed, and hand-printed works. Every step of the process—from drawing and inking to cranking the press—was done by me, by hand. Each print is titled, signed, and numbered, with a limited edition of only 10 prints per plate.
Shop Policies
Shipping
Most orders are shipped via USPS from Elgin, Oklahoma, USA. Please allow 1-2 business days for the item to be packaged and taken to the post office. If the item you ordered is a custom order, your order will be shipped within 1-2 business days upon completion. Most orders are shipped with insurance and delivery confirmation to give you peace of mind. Expedited shipping is available on request. I do not ship on US public holidays or weekends. Once the package is handed over to the post office, I am not responsible for any shipping delays. Remember that during Christmas time, delivery is always slower.
International Shipping
Items shipped overseas could take a month or more, depending on customs. Orders placed outside of the US may be liable for customs duty/import taxes on delivery, this is entirely out of my control as are any delays in delivery due to customs interventions. Payment of such customs amounts is the responsibility of the person the package is addressed.
Postal Address
All orders will be shipped via the address indicated on your PayPal account. Please make sure this is your correct address. I will not ship to any other address except for the address that appears on the invoice at time of payment. I am not responsible for undelivered packages due to discrepancies in delivery addresses.
Prints
Prints will be produced and shipped within 3 business days. Sometimes this may take longer, depending on how backed up I am.
Print orders are shipped via First-Class mail, and thus a tracking number may not be available.
Original prints, such as letterpress and intaglio prints, are in stock if listed an can be shipped immediately.
Artwork Return Policy
Due to the nature of artwork, I do not accept refunds or exchanges on artwork. Thank you for understanding.
Custom Item Return Policy
Since the item was made to the your specifications, it cannot be resold. Therefore, I do not accept refunds or exchanges on custom items. Thank you for understanding.
Standard Return Policy
If you are not satisfied with the item you purchased (excluding artwork and custom items), you may request a refund. Refunds must be requested 7 days of receipt. Buyer will be responsible for return postage.
Shipping is not refundable and will not be included in the refund total. You will not be charged a restocking fee, an Etsy item listing fee, or a PayPal fee).
Please be aware I am not responsible for returned items that are lost in transit. I would suggest getting a certificate of mailing or equivalent (such as a tracking number or delivery confirmation).
All items are shipped with insurance. If the artwork, custom item, or other item was damaged during transit, don't worry. The insurance covers the cost of the item, so that if it is lost or damaged during transit, the post office will cover the item's cost. In the event that this happens, please contact me so that I may help you.
The buyer can also send the artwork back to be repaired (if repairs are possible). However, the buyer will be responsible for all shipping costs.
File a claim with the USPS: https://www.usps.com/help/claims.htm
Additional Notes
FOR THOSE WITH DOG ALLERGIES, please note that I live in a dog-friendly home ( Australian Sheppard).
Mailing address:
Deadra Kolker
P.O. Box 501
Elgin, OK 73538 USA
Email: ddkolker [!at] gmail.com
