Audrey Kawasaki reuses discarded wood, categorizing it according to the quality of the wood grains. She processes it herself into the desired shape and dimension, and treaties the surface so it paint may be applied and absorbed.
The female form and surrounding elements are developed to compliment the natural wood grain pattern. The images grow from the natural form of the wood.
Shades are built up in small steps to maintain the paint's translucence, creating a very soft tone that allows the wood grains to show through.
Colour is built up with multiple application of diluted paint, creating a water feel, and also allow the wood to absorb the paint so the wood texture stays visible.
Audrey Kawasaki is a Japanese artist who received art training in America, and is now based in Los Angeles. Her paintings are characterized by the integration of female form with natural texture. This series of photos shows her painting process.
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