This is a painting executed in the technique of acrylic pouring. To be more specific, it is a Dutch pour. A technique in which acrylic paint is blown out with a hair dryer. As a background, I had chosen a blue/gray color. In addition, I had chosen blue, black and white to pour on the base layer. Mixing the colors created new shades, which blended together nicely.
When I looked at the work later, it reminded me of the fluffy bulb of a dandelion. That is the association it evoked in me. Other people saw something completely different in it.
In terms of color I am very satisfied with this work, which measures 30x30 cm. I think the colors go well together. I like blue very much myself, in all shades. It is calm, cooling, and can also be very expressive.
I started painting in 1996. Mostly in the anthroposophical way, which means wet on wet, and transparent painting. Over the years I have alternated painting with, among other things, soapstone and working with fabrics. Recently I discovered acrylic casting. With this technique, which in turn.. Read more…