Brushstrokes in Sepia
Yuli SaputraYuli Saputra builds energy through the singular weight of a mark, using sepia tones to map the physical momentum of the hand across the surface. This piece captures a fleeting surge of motion, pinning a raw, expressive gesture into a permanent, quiet state of tension.

Brushstrokes in Sepia
Yuli Saputra builds energy through the singular weight of a mark, using sepia tones to map the physical momentum of the hand across the surface. This piece captures a fleeting surge of motion, pinning a raw, expressive gesture into a permanent, quiet state of tension.
28 × 35 cm · about ⅛ the width of a 3-seat sofa
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Art Analysis
From the artist, Yuli Saputra
The rhythmic weight of a single sepia gesture.
In this composition, Saputra strips away the distraction of color to focus entirely on the architecture of the brushstroke. The sepia palette provides a grounded, organic warmth that feels both ancient and immediate, allowing the viewer to trace the speed and pressure of every application. The movement is not merely depicted but felt, as the sweeping arcs and staccato marks suggest a rhythmic, internal force breaking through a minimalist space.
Framed within a classic border, the work balances the wildness of abstract expression with a sense of refined structure. The portrait orientation emphasizes the vertical climb of the strokes, creating a visual dialogue between the heavy, saturated pigments and the lighter, airy passages where the background breathes. It is a study in how much can be communicated through a limited range of tones and a singular, focused intent.
The work relies on non-representational forms and the physical movement of paint to convey meaning beyond the literal.
By working in a black and white palette, the artist emphasizes the structural integrity and shadows of the human body.
The clean execution and restrained color palette reflect a functional yet expressive aesthetic rooted in balance.
This piece uses non-representational forms to communicate the emotional feeling of freedom found in nature.
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