From vision to creation

Katia's artwork comes to life through a unique creative process and thoughtful stages in order to achieve captivating pieces that connect with the audience.

1. INSPIRATION

Finding an interesting subject and researching its anatomy and environment

2. Sketching

Drawing the composition and animal positioning

3. Colour Testing

Exploring colour palettes for harmony as well as contrast of the subject matter against the background

4. Collect materials

Gathering natural materials from outdoors and man-made objects to use for textures

5. GEL PLATE

Using a gel plate with acrylic paint and pressed materials to create textured backgrounds on Japanese paper, which is cut into strips and adhered onto the canvas

6. PAINTING

Paint the subject in acrylic, overtop of the collage background