my work
My work is characterized by the use of textural elements, such as skeleton leaves, molding paste, Japanese papers and the joyous use of colour. Skeleton leaves offer a delicate and intriguing textural quality. Bodhi, magnolia and rubber tree skeleton leaves are created by separating the pulp of the leaf from the veins. Their delicate structures are incorporated into the composition of the painting. Japanese papers, both machine and handmade, offer a textural element unique unto itself. The fibers of the plants used to create these papers become a key element in the overall design of the painting. I often use 2 or 3 different papers, allowing for a variety of textures to emerge. Coupled with the use of fluid acrylic paint, the result is bold, dynamic, colourful and highly textured.
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