Painting Techniques using Impasto and other media

I have used Impasto, a for a few years now.  I draw a few lines on the canvas and build the specially thick paint up into a multi dimensional work.

I set up my workspace in my abode and set about squirting, dropping the paint or gesso from a height, smearing impasto etc. I use one or two colours, sometimes many colours. I apply the paint in layers, wait for it to dry and then continue forming the ideas.

Art sessions can include work on several pieces, as well as drawings and carvings.

Sometimes it can take a couple of years before I finish a piece. I am experimenting with different paint smearing techniques. I have found it profound that the condition of my brushes has a lot to do with the result I get. I trim off damaged bristles with a box cutter, which can also be used to cut a new shape of the brush.

I use as least amount of water as possible when cleaning up my tools.

you can find my studies online here;
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