“Blooms”(2024) Original Woodblock Print

“Blooms” is an original piece by Nairobi-based contemporary printmaker Akware Elnah serves as an archivist of the overlooked, capturing the vibrant, delicate energy of nature with profound depth. This exquisite woodblock print is born from Elnah’s deliberate ritual of quiet observation, transforming a fleeting floral moment into a tactile whisper of emotion and story.You can feel the textures on the print unlike digital prints.

Each piece is meticulously hand-carved into wood and brought to life through the intimate pressure of a hand-pull, a process that ensures every print carries a precision that demands pause and reverence. The striking contrast of sun-kissed petals against a deep cerulean background reflects a masterclass in seeing deeply, turning raw textures into a timeless, preserved breath of beauty.

Technical Details:

• Artist: Akware Elnah

• Title: Blooms

• Year: 2024

• Medium: Woodblock Printing

• Size: 26 cm x 19 cm