Tissue thin

Creating abstract landscapes with acrylic paint and tissue paper is a process I’ve developed to achieve blocks of color without visible brushstrokes. The tissue paper plays a key role in that—it allows me to build texture while areas of color with the added interest of translucency. 

I tear the tissue into uneven pieces and layer it onto the canvas or board with clear adhesive. Once glued, the tissue becomes translucent. The paint underneath shows through, creating interesting patterns. The effect relies on the interplay of negative space, overlapping layers of paper, and the way the paint, glue and paper interact on the surface.

This technique lets me control the color blocks while introducing some unpredictability. The tissue paper creates subtle variations in texture without disrupting the clean look I’m after. It’s a way of balancing control and chance, giving the work a sense of depth while keeping the focus on those uninterrupted fields of color. For me, it’s all about simplifying the image while still leaving room for complexity in the details.