Bia Painting

My process starts with taking the photographs I work from, I like to experiment with angles and light in the photographing. Every inch of the canvas has multiple layers on to build up the feeling of light, water and body, every layer focusing in on more detail until there is a balance of tight detail and watery fluidity. On a trip to Crete I got some fantastic shots in the incredibly clear water around the west side of the island. I love the fabulous greens in sea water, the water gives incredible colour and beautiful reflections on the body. I find the way the reflections move over the rocks on the sea bed endlessly fascinating, adding another dimension to the painting.