Artist: Glen River ~ o ~

About the Process Mixed Media: The combination of media in the process of experimentation continues to evolve. acrylic and oil painting has several advantages. I always start with acrylic as it is fast in blocking in the work. The physical architecture for a durable work also requires that acrylics are not painted over oils. The acrylics also have a punch, even when glazed down. This contrasts the elegant subtleties of oils refined micro structure. There are also different properties in color mixing which can be a strategic advantage. When a work is reworked extensively, it occasionally occurs that the acrylic part of the painting is completely obscured. Usually the combination exist side by side offering the particular strengths each has to offer. Similarly the more complex combinations of inks, watercolor, pastel and print, which may be combined with oil and acrylic, offer a unique range of expression. This combination can offer subtleties seldom experienced. As the complexity of combinations evolves, respect for structural architecture must temper inspiration. A masterful work will be strong as well as beautiful. I find the continuing mixing of these visual media languages makes me more prepared to find the precise voice each individual painting needs.