Big & Little Dipper Screenprint | Allison & Jonathan Metzger (IA)

The Big Dipper and Little Dipper share one square of cobalt sky, their handles reaching toward each other across a field of drifting stars. Polaris sits bright at the end of the smaller ladle, the way it does on any clear night once you know where to look.

Hand-drawn and hand-printed using the silkscreen process, the image carries a tactile richness in its layered inks and crisp edges. The constellations are printed with phosphorescent ink that absorbs light and emits a gentle glow in darkness—subtle at first, brighter after a quick charge with a lamp or flashlight. The square format gives it a balanced, grounded presence whether displayed alone or among other small works.

An easy piece to live with: hang it in a child's room as a first lesson in finding north, pair it with the other constellations for a grouped wall, or gift it to a camper.

Product Details
• Made by / Designed by: Allison & Jonathan Metzger
• Type: Silkscreen art print
• Edition: Hand-numbered limited edition of 250
• Finish/Surface: Phosphorescent ink (stars)
• Dimensions: Artwork size 8” x 8”; Fits frame 8” x 8”
• Country of Origin: United States

Two ladles and the north star, glowing quietly once the lights go out.

Color may vary slightly depending on screen settings.