ROSASINENSISRISO
ROSA SINENSIS — the Chinese Hibiscus — is an original illustration by Mathew Humphries depicting a large, luminous white hibiscus bloom filling the entire frame, created February 24, 2026. The background is filled with dense, energetic squiggly scribble marks that radiate outward from the flower like a living, breathing field of energy — creating a striking contrast with the serene, open petals at center. The deep crimson stamen cluster anchors the composition with a bold focal point. This listing is for the Risograph reproduction print of that illustration.
Printed in a two-color RISO combination of forest green and red/crimson, the palette is bold and unexpected — the green scribble background frames the pale flower dramatically while the red ink saturates the stamen and petal veining with warmth and intensity.
These are special limited Risograph reproductions produced by RISO Studio Arts, a local printmaking studio in Chinatown, Los Angeles. Color matching, color separation, and precise cardstock cutting were handled by printmaster technician Jun Ha.
Risograph printing is a stencil-based duplicating process that produces rich, layered ink tones with a distinctive texture unique to each print. Known for its vibrant ink saturation and slight natural variation between prints, Risograph is beloved in the fine art and zine communities for its warmth and handmade character — no two prints are exactly alike.
- Size: 5 x 7 inches
- Medium: Two-color Risograph print on cardstock (forest green + red/crimson)
- Edition: Limited reproduction of 28
- Signed: In graphite on the reverse — preserving the full integrity of the print face
The original artwork (shown in the reference images) is archived permanently in the artist's collection and is not available for sale.
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