Original artwork description:

acrylic colour on thai handmade mulberry paper(kada sa) , deckled edges, 21.5 x 30.5 in., 54.5 x 77.5 cm
I occasionally return to this handmade paper for expressive work, and this page is really textured. This works well when I want to just play with the paint. Thin colour wash is easily absorbed into the paper while thick really stands out.
I use a traditional mulberry paper handmade in Thailand. It’s a thick parchment like 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 pictures are to get a feel for the texture and brush strokes of the painting. Then there’s the work in progress, and me with the painting for perspective.
Interested to have your idea painted in this style? Maybe something from a recent travel, scenery, your fave pet? Contact me.
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.

Materials used:

acrylic colour

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