About this project
This project builds on my Research Studies journal, translating my written ideas and visual research into a physical outcome. It explores the relationship between research and making, using painting as a way to visually respond to themes, references, and concepts developed throughout the journal. The work brings together elements of urban expression, layering, and mark-making to create a surface that reflects both experimentation and intention. Rather than focusing on a single resolved image, the piece acts as an extension of my research, showing how ideas can evolve from page to practice and how theory can inform a more personal, visual language.
details
Medium : Mixed media on chipboard, Riso print on paper
Dimensions : 25” x 25” , 8” x 11”
Year : 2026
inspiration & process
The inspiration for this piece came directly from the research developed in my journal, particularly my exploration of urban environments, street art, and expressive mark-making. I was interested in how layered visuals, text, and symbols can communicate meaning in a spontaneous and unfiltered way. During the process, I experimented with building up surfaces through spray paint, acrylic, and drawn elements, allowing each layer to inform the next. This approach encouraged a more intuitive way of working, where I responded to the piece as it developed rather than strictly planning the outcome. The process helped me understand how research can actively shape practical work, pushing me to take more risks and develop a stronger connection between concept and creation.