The Kraken Wakes

This series of drypoints and etchings were inspired by the John Wyndham novel ” The Kraken Wakes ” . In the series the mighty Kraken is glimpsed as he prepares to face the day ahead. He is seen reaching for his many slippers, fumbling for his Y-Fronts , getting in the shower and other mundane activities. The series focuses on the subject of myth and power in the creation of literary figures.

Print by Alan Birch

Etching and aquatint.

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Alan birch etching

Alan birch etching

Alan birch etching