Painting x 2D Outcomes 5 (Final canvas development)

The last bit of process for my final paintings. I’ve outlined the house forms in the blue. Some of the lines weren’t the same thickness, but I think this accentuates the illusion of shadows. I painted them in a solid cream colour to rid of the white, as I think this was too harsh against the soft pink.

Next, I wanted to add texture, as it currently looked like a flat painting, and wanted sensory connections to reflect the all the senses that are triggered within rural environments. I used the side edge of an oil pastel; which coarsely fought with the canvas texture, and made a lovely, irregular pattern that reminds me of house rendering, or derelict buildings. It’s an even way of adding detail, without the imbalance of a definitive line.

I also made sure to colour the side of the canvas, (similar to Gao Hang), to accentuate the idea of being lifted off the page, and representing a flat yet 3D understanding of the landscape.

Finally, I wanted to add a 3D element to the piece. I have always wanted to work with plywood. There is something about the appearance and thin cut that gives the impression of a 3D turned 2D material. It gives the impression to me of a playful material. With the laser cut, I can achieve whatever shape I can design, with a perfect finish.

For this reason, I’ve used it to protrude specific areas in the piece, such as the door, and a selection of plants. Because of the refined and irregular cut, it visually reminds me of a collage aesthetic, which was my intention!