I see these patterns in everyday structures; such as the roof supports of railway stations, brickwork, patterns on the pavement. They are the signs of the passage of time, of the influence man has on his environment, of change and the slow, relentless passing of time.
I’m also influenced by perspective; how the world is very different when we look up or down on things, or see things through or alongside nearby objects, such as the framing of a window, railings receding into the distance or a simple sign.
I’ll often ask of myself What would the 4 year old me focus on? or What would this look like from this or a particular angle?
Hello,
I’m currently studying GCSE art at my school, in which we’re doing a topic based on Urban Environment for our final pieces. I came across your work and I though it would really suit what I want to do, and I was wondering how you manage to get the blotchy, almost tie-dye style? I love all your work, they’re all amazing!
Thankyou!
Thank you Jess! The pictures are pencil sketched first, I then use making fluid applied with a line drawing tool before painting with a watercolour wash using cling film on top. After removing the cling film, I then apply acrylic ink while wet and use salt on it. This is left to dry before more ink is applied and blown around with a straw. Then, once it is dry I remove all the masking and clean it up. I suggest you experiment a bit first! The tricky bit is getting the water level right- spray bottles help. Good luck with your GCSE. Cathy
Amazing work.. impressed.
Thank you Anil!