Distressed Surfaces No. 9

“Distressed Surfaces No. 9” exemplifies the tactile and layered aesthetic that defines my Distressed Surfaces series. Created using a mix of unconventional materials, including plaster wrap, wire mesh, joint compound, latex paint, pencil, roofing tar, and polyurethane, the piece invites the viewer into a dialogue about texture, time, and transformation.

The artwork’s vibrant yet weathered palette—ranging from deep earthy reds to ochre yellows—gives it a sense of raw energy and decay. The heavily textured surface, with its worn and cracked appearance, conveys the passage of time, almost as though the materials themselves have a story to tell. The layers of paint and compound seem to peel away, revealing hidden depths beneath, and the subtle use of pencil and wire mesh adds a structural, almost architectural quality to the composition. The contrast between the rough textures and the controlled application of materials draws attention to the process as much as the final outcome.