My process often begins with building textured collage elements right on paper. I shape the composition first, then continue working into it with acrylic, adding details, forms, and a sense of rhythm. It’s an engaging, almost playful way of working, where the final result always holds a bit of surprise.

A glimpse into my process of creating mixed media botanical diptych on paper from scratch. I don’t use AI or sketches, the process is fully intuitive, and I never know how the final piece will look. I build each composition organically, using hand-crocheted lace and collage elements to create texture and depth. Every piece is a one-of-a-kind, fully human-made work.

Working with blue and green hues always feels grounding and balanced. In this stage, I keep building the collage, painting over it intuitively and gently shaping the forms. Every element is handmade, from the very first layer to the final details, so each piece remains completely one of a kind.

A behind-the-scenes look at how this earthy-toned triptych begins to take shape. I start by creating textured surfaces with fluid oil paint, then introduce hand-crocheted lace and continue building the composition with acrylic. Step by step, the layers come together, forming a rich, tactile piece.