Three Swallows

For this painting titled "Three Swallows," I first applied sand and mortar with an Acrylic binder to give the surface of this painting a gritty texture. Then, I layered soft tones of turquoise, blue, and violet. From there, I applied antique gold and white with a palette knife to add more texture and dimension. Finally, I strategically placed three swallows for visual balance. The swallows circle in and around the canvas over the underlying layers of paint. For me, the layers of mediums are just as important as the birds to make this piece work in its simplicity and convey a peaceful and meditative quality.