A modern 8x10" abstract watercolor painting playfully exploring our relationship to the macro and microscopic world. Using watercolors pigments that were sustainably sourced from minerals and earthen clay, I wanted to explore the idea of how all humans are made of stardust. The materials of the earth not only sustain us, but also make up our natural composition.

PROCESS:
For the process of this piece, I used a twig to apply masking fluid to the paper and let it dry naturally, then applied a few layers of watercolor washes that had a beautiful, textural effect. Both the blue and turquoise have a naturally occurring granulation in their pigments that create subtle texture. After letting the watercolors dry naturally, I removed the dried masking fluid and applied random marks in ochre mixed with gold mica, to create a playful contrasting effect.

MATERIALS:
I used ultramarine blue (made from earthen clay and minerals), French turquoise (mineral) and orange ochre (natural iron oxide - made of clay and sand) mixed with gold mica.
The paper is hot-pressed 100% cotton watercolor paper

PACKAGING:
Comes securely packaged, wrapped in archival paper and protective plastic sheeting, supported on a sheet of backing board and shipped in a rigid cardboard mailer.

Danushka is an artist based in Perth, Western Australia. She likes to create artworks that serve those who seek a deeper connection with themselves and the world around them. She is naturally drawn to exploring and celebrating the things that bring both delight and introspection through her art and finds inspiration in nature, science and Buddhist philosophy.


Product Specifications

Length: 0.1 in.
Height: 10 in.
Width: 8 in.
Weight: 0.1 lbs.