Working from this still image I wanted to highlight the hidden image of a seascape, therefore chose to use blue tones, however my primary concern was creating texture and a rough surface, inspired by the work of Antoni Tapies. From observing his work, the most intriguing aspect is the way his highly active surfaces are silenced by his flat tonalities, reflective of his themes of spirituality and appreciation for the humble things.
Keeping this in mind by using newspaper, sand and grit salt I was able to achieve the surface I wanted. Each material had its own merits, although I found the sand to be most effective. The grit salt was too thick and was more difficult to apply, whereas the sand made a finer texture. It worked best where there was a clogged area next to bare canvas as the disparity between surfaces can be observed. Synthesizing materials to form an active surface forces an engagement between the audience and the painting; the texture provides another pathway for the eye through the work.
Working briefly with the printing inks was a way to add further texture, although its viscosity proved to displace the effects of the sand and newspaper. The medium is best used alone to appreciate the density.
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