I approach each piece with an intuitive sense about the emotional weight of colours, exploring how they interact with one another and with the viewer’s perception.
Colours are not just visual elements; they are instruments that play on the strings of human emotion. Whether through tertiaries or bold primaries, the tenor of the artwork shifts, leading the audience through a narrative told in the visual language of colour.
Every colour addition is deliberate, echoing the precision of ink work, yet it dances with an energy all its own. The pen strokes may be fluid, the blending seamless, but each decision is as calculated as the placement of ink upon paper. The marriage of technique between the two mediums—pen and ink, and colour—is a testament to the adaptability and depth of visual art. It’s a continuous exploration of how far boundaries can be pushed and narratives spun out of nothing more than pigment and perception.
The Guardian (at Sunrise)
(80cm x 120cm)
Drawn using French curves and free-hand with black, copper, gold and white pen on matt black board
This pen and ink illustration features a stylised, contemplative figure enveloped in flowing, intricate lines and patterns, with gold and earthy tones that evoke a sense of harmony and tranquility. The composition is both ornate and serene, making it a captivating visual experience.