Original artwork description:

acrylic colour on thai handmade mulberry paper(kada sa) , deckled edges, 10 x 13.5 in., 25 x 34 cm
The painting is inspired by typical scenes I see on the Chao Phraya river that crosses through Bangkok , a city I regularly return to. The longtail taxi boats are a classic icon on the river.
This painting is on a thick page of textured Thai handmade mulberry paper.
I occasionally like to return to this traditional mulberry paper handmade in Thailand. It’s a thick parchment type paper, strong yet pliable. I have the paper made to this size to get the deckled edges which adds to the textural effect. The close up picture is to get a feel for the texture and brush strokes of the painting. Then there’s the work in progress, and me wih the painting for perspective.
The close up picture is to get a feel for the texture and brush strokes of the painting.
About framing.
When considering framing bear in mind to not cover up the deckled edges. This is one of the specialties of the painting, one of its charms. It is best displayed framed with a cut mat board around the painting so as not to cover the edges, thereby putting some space between the art and the glass and bringing depth to the framed art. It can also be framed simply with backing board and pressed with glass over the front without causing damage.

Interested to have your idea painted in this style? Maybe a storyboard collage from a recent travel, scenery or a family portrait? Contact me.

Materials used:

acrylic colour, handmade paper

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