Little Hen - linocut Print by Kelsi Cross

Little Hen - Relief print by Kelsi Cross

Available print sizes (sizes are approximate)

11x14 
Image Size: 7" x 6"
Paper Size:  11" x 14"

There are many forms of printmaking, but relief printing is the primary process used by Kelsi Cross. Her work begins with a hand-carved block—typically linoleum or wood—where selected areas are carefully carved away, leaving raised surfaces that hold the ink.

Once inked, paper is placed on top of the block and either hand-pressed or run through a printing press, transferring the image in reverse onto the paper. This hands-on process creates subtle variations from print to print, making each piece feel personal and uniquely its own.

Relief printmaking is an ancient technique, originally developed to reproduce text and imagery, and later embraced as a fine art form. Kelsi continues this time-honored tradition with a modern, approachable sensibility.

An extensive selection of prints created by Kelsi Cross is available at Makin’ it Local in Sisters, Oregon.

About Kelsi Cross 

Kelsi Cross is a fine artist and printmaker with deep roots in Central Oregon, known for her hand-carved relief prints that celebrate connection, joy, and everyday moments. Trained in traditional printmaking at Oregon State University, her work blends time-honored techniques with a lighthearted, approachable style.

Each piece is printed by hand, creating subtle variations that make every print feel personal and one-of-a-kind. Her artwork explores themes of love, laughter, and shared human experience, resulting in pieces that feel warm, familiar, and easy to live with.

Why we love her work: Kelsi’s prints are honest, joyful, and deeply human. They invite you to slow down, smile, and connect—art that feels just as good to give as it does to keep.

We’re proud to offer an extensive selection of Kelsi Cross’s work at Makin’ it Local in the Sisters area—thoughtfully made pieces that align beautifully with our love-local ethos.