Finding new ways to express my art on paper, canvas or board with paint or printing media is an unending challenge, and a bit compulsive.

 

When I can step back from planning and let the process be intuitive and free is when I feel happiest with the result. 

Like many artists my work is influenced by what's in front of me, lived experience and my own medium preference.

 

Acrylics are my favourite medium - for their vibrancy and flexibility.  I tend to paint fast, in lots of layers, so the quick drying time of acrylics works best for me.  Painting at speed keeps my process fluid, expressive and intuitive. This way of painting has evolved over time and gives me results closest to what I "see" in my minds eye.

 

Colour blending is of particular interest and I change my palette often.  I find intense colours, textural experiments and getting lost in the process really satisfying.  In contrast whenever I feel stuck in my work or in need of more order and certainty I turn to print making, particularly screens & linocut.  The two are very different ways of working but for me complimentary and enabling. 

 

Experimenting and keeping my mind fresh and my soul inspired are what matter most in my art and progress.

Thanks for stopping by to look at my work.

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