Skins & Cymbals
Skins & Cymbals Artwork is a mixed media artwork inspired by the shapes, surfaces and details of a drum kit. Cymbals, drums and hardware overlap across the composition, creating a view that feels almost as rhythmic as the instrument itself. I wanted to focus on more than simply recreating a drum set. The different surfaces gave me a chance to play with texture, scale and contrast. Warm metallic tones move against whites, deep reds and a cooler background. The layered materials also give the piece a tactile quality that changes as you look across it.
Year: 2019
Medium: Mixed media on canvas
Size: 36” x 48” framed
Skins & Cymbals Artwork is part of my music paintings, where instruments and music culture become the starting point for my artwork. The original Skins & Cymbals painting is currently available if you’d like to see purchasing information and artwork details. You can also explore Gibson Les Paul, another music-inspired piece where the instrument itself becomes the centre of the composition. Or browse my broader artwork portfolio to see landscapes, cityscapes, realism and other work. For work in progress, new pieces and a look at what I’m currently working on, you can also follow me on Instagram.
