Latest work

I'm currently working on some new paintings on unstretched canvas (they subsequently get stretched and framed). I really love painting this way as I can rest my hand on the canvas while working on the edges, and it means I then don't have to paint the sides of the canvas separately. Also, I've noticed that by having the canvas directly on top of another surface (be it foam board in this case, or a wall) it slows the drying time a little bit and keeps the paint workable for longer.

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With this new series of paintings I'm using black from the tube to make some of my mixes. Ordinarily I make my optical black by mixing Prussian blue hue and burnt umber light, but after being inspired by some Lino cuts and graphic design branding, I've decided to incorporate black into my work for a little while. See where it takes me!

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