Exhibition Poster: Leith Folk & Lore

Exhibition Poster for Leith Folk & Lore, created by Morvern Graham.

Sustainably riso printed with rice ink on recycled paper.
A3 size, 420x297mm

Based on a set of local folktales from the area, Leith Folk & Lore is a celebration and showcase of Leith’s vibrant history and culture from both past and present.

Morvern is an award winning illustrator, printmaker and storyteller, currently based in Edinburgh. Since graduating from DJCAD with a First Class BA Hons in Illustration, she has gone on to self-publish her original book The Huldufólk and work as a freelance creative.

Morvern’s work often tells a story, taking us on a journey through characterful and carefully considered design. Her work also utilises many traditional printmaking methods, and is heavily inspired by folk craft and mythology from her shared Scottish and Scandinavian heritage.

During her time as artist residence at Out of the Blueprint, Morvern has been researching and exploring the folklore and mythology of the local Leith area. A born and bred Leither, Morvern grew up on Scottish folktales; her imagination populated by selkies, fairies and witches. Now, Morvern continues to explore these themes as an illustrator and storyteller, and introduces a set of Leith folktales in her solo exhibition.

An explosion of colour and creativity, Leith Folk & Lore celebrates and showcases Leith’s unique locality, history and community.