When all I see is darkness, light must be near.

Light Must Be Near

Atelier Kalle Hellzén Original Artwork Light Must Be Near | Monotype Original Artwork
Atelier Kalle Hellzén Original Artwork Light Must Be Near | Monotype Original Artwork

Light Must Be Near | Monotype Original Artwork

Light Must Be Near | Original Artwork

40cm x 40cm - Monotype/transfer - Pigment ink, fluorescent, interference and acrylic on gesso board.

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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, paper, canvas, board, 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

Your shadow—the simplest proof that light exists. The ground scumbles; the sky breaks into hard, cut colour. Fluorescent acrylics line the clouds—pigments that convert UV to visible light so they read like a charge. Tilt the piece and those bands hum; step back and the figure reclaims scale.

Atelier Kalle Hellzén Original Artwork Light Must Be Near | Monotype Original Artwork

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.