developing a painTIng From Start to Finish: How a Netflix Doc Inspired My Latest Painting
In my mind, they’ve lived through injuries and surgeries, hiding scars under glitter and sequins. I sketched a few versions, trying to capture their posture—the way their bodies tell stories that words can’t.
Housewife Art and Thoughts
I once had a job that took me deep into the archives of Life magazine, where I eventually reviewed every issue ever published. It was a journey through time, witnessing the evolution of advertising firsthand.
My Top Secret Tip to Paint Loosely
It's a constant struggle for me to give up control over the minute details, focusing instead on the broader canvas. The core of my troubles lies in identifying the essence of my painting and sacrificing everything else for it.
Scarlet: Andrew Scott suit and history behind its loaded color.
Such strong pigments are undeniably hard to balance. It is also opaque and has earthy undertones, so it does make a very rare guest appearance on my palet.
is limited palette limiting?
Every once in a blue moon, I'll squeeze out an eccentric shade of green or purple for a specific task, but mostly I stick to limited palettes that I've grown to understand.
when is it time to sand away a painting? ACCEPTANCE OF FAILURE
The tangibility of erasing a painting is oddly satisfying to me. Scrubbing away a painting feels like a peculiar form of self-torture - I'm acknowledging my shortcomings and not allowing the painting a second shot at existence. It simply can't stay.
my artistic process
…I soon realized that I’m a more spontaneous painter by nature and started experimenting with different approaches to painting. Now my preferred technique is “alla prima” where paint is applied directly to a surface and the painting is finished in one or two sittings.
what secrets do sketchbooks hold? JOURNEY THROUGH LINES AND MEMORIES
My sketchbooks are my creative playground; a blend of lines and memories that play a huge role in my art practice. I have a special bond with my sketchbooks. Our relationship has nurtured my artistry and perspective over time.
Studio chronicles:my daily art routine
On any given day, I head downstairs and get straight to painting. I prefer to keep distractions at bay, but my studio practice isn't separate from my life, it's an integral part of it. So, I adapt as needed…