FU019 Bubble Boy by Chris Facey

8.5" x 11" 

So, "Bubble Boy" was my first shot at making a relief print based on a few photos I took of young boys playing with bubbles. I was really excited to start carving, but when I went to transfer my sketch onto the block, it didn’t come out quite right. I was pretty disappointed, but I couldn’t just scrap the materials, so I tried filling in the areas that didn’t transfer. It wasn’t as clean as I wanted—some edges weren’t as crisp, and I made a few carving mistakes that really bugged me. Honestly, I was ready to call it a loss.

But during one last attempt to make the best of it, I reminded myself why I started doing these relief prints in the first place—to create something different from the direct reality I capture in my photos. I wanted to make something that didn’t have to be “perfect.” So, I pushed through, made a few adjustments, and—boom—it ended up becoming one of my favorite prints I’ve ever made. It was a great reminder that perfection isn’t the goal—persistence and passion are what really matter.

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Chris Facey is a Brooklyn- raised, Raleigh-based artist who weaves stories through photography and printmaking. His work is rooted in a love for capturing authentic moments and exploring the intersections of culture, identity, and personal history.

As a photographer, Chris has a talent for freezing life’s raw and unscripted emotions. His images often reflect the complexities of the black experience, human relationships, and the beauty in everyday situations. That same storytelling energy flows into his printmaking. Specializing in relief prints, Chris creates bold, graphic pieces that feel alive with movement and meaning.

Drawing inspiration from his Brooklyn upbringing, childhood memories, and a deep love for storytelling, Chris’s prints range from playful and nostalgic to powerful and thought-provoking. Whether it’s a detailed portrait, a lively character, or a tribute to an iconic moment, his work blends intricate craftsmanship with a modern, relatable edge.

Chris’s art is as much about connecting with people as it is about creating. Through his prints and photographs, he invites viewers to see the world through his lens and feel the stories embedded in each piece. His work isn’t just something to look at—it’s something to experience and carry with you.

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