Becoming the One who shows up.

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Atelier Kalle Hellzén Original Artwork Generations | Monotype Original Artwork

Generations | Monotype Original Artwork

Generations | Monotype Original Artwork

40cm x 40cm - Monotype/transfer - Pigment ink, acrylic on two gesso boards.

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A monotype is a one-of-one print—that I create by transferring pigment ink from a giclée print directly onto a surface like a gesso board. Unlike an edition, it cannot be repeated because the process itself is destructive: each transfer is unique, shaped by the pressure, texture, and accidents of the moment.

In my practice, monotypes often evolve through layering and intervention. I may rework the transferred surface with paint, varnish, or knife, or feed it back into the machine for further transformation. The result is an original artwork that exists only once—singular, tactile, and unreproducible.

Every piece I create is made to last. I use only the highest artist-grade materials—whether pigment, medium, support, or sculptural media.

Editions are printed on museum-grade archival fine art paper, using pigment-based processes that preserve chroma, nuance, and intent for generations. The premium frames with UV-glass are Made in Germany from FSC-certified wood. Originals, hand-embellished works, and sculptures are made with the same commitment to artist grade materials, permanence and depth.

Behind the Artwork

Two gesso boards, out of scale and slightly out of line—one leaning into the other—create a small shift in perspective that does most of the talking. And it's a familiar recursion: searching for a father figure who’s searching for theirs. Absence becomes a pattern until someone chooses to be present. For me this work isn’t about longing; it’s about the moment you stop looking up the chain and become a link worth holding. Colour hums, edges stutter, and the surface records the choice to show up.

Frequently Asked Questions

All artworks are shipped worldwide with insured courier service to ensure safe delivery.

Prints typically arrive within 5–10 business days. If you're located further away from Europe, it may take a little longer.

Originals and Hand-Embellished Uniques may require additional time, especially if the piece is part of an ongoing exhibition or in preparation.

If you have any questions or specific timing concerns, please don't hesitate to email me. I’m happy to help.

EU: No import charges.

US & UK: No customs charges on most Limited Edition Prints. Exceptions may apply for works fulfilled from our Atelier in Sweden, such as Timed Editions, Originals, Artist Proofs, Hand-Embellished Uniques, and Sculptural works.

Other Countries: Customs and import taxes are set by local laws. Orders below a certain value may be exempt, while higher-value orders may incur duties or sales tax.

If you are unsure, please send us an email or check with your local customs office before ordering.

My work is signed and numbered at the point of creation.

Originals, artist proofs, and hand-embellished uniques are signed by hand, marking the moment my hand enters the surface.

Editions, unless otherwise stated, are signed and numbered during the printing process itself, with the mark integrated directly into the piece. This ensures both consistency and integrity across the edition.

Every work is archived, recorded, and accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity.

Each piece is made to order, which means I’m unable to accept returns. However, if your print arrives damaged—or in the very rare case that it has a defect—it will be replaced.

To process a replacement, I’ll ask for a few photos or a short video of the damage. This helps us file a claim with the insured courier service and ensure the issue is properly covered.