Original artwork description:

Inspired by my smaller experiments with abstract landscape, I wanted to paint on a much larger scale. This would allow me to combine physical and creative improvisation during the making of each work.
Each colour/mark is like jumping off a cliff and hoping to fly. I have to trust my intuition completely each time. These are not the kind of marks that can be made slowly or precisely, so there is an element of chance. I can then base my next stroke on the previous ones. Knowing when to stop is crucial. Less may be more, but not enough would leave me without a painting that works.
What draws me in to these paintings is that there are so many areas of shape and colour to explore. I don't expect to ever 'know' one of these paintings.
The benefit of them being in watercolour is that the surface is completely matt and flat. There are no brush-marks or sheen to keep you out of these paintings. It's as if you can pass through the surface.

To that end I would recommend that any frame should have reduced-reflection glass.
It really is worth it. A frame could cost around £200, subject to many factors. No mount is envisaged, but thin filler strips between the edge of the painting and the glass would be necessary to avoid possible damage to the work. A framer will advise.

Materials used:

Watercolour

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