Irregular Scratches
Yuli SaputraYuli Saputra translates the raw energy of movement into a digital medium, mapping a dense network of marks that feel both chaotic and intentional. This portrait-oriented composition finds beauty in the friction of overlapping lines, creating a tactile depth that invites close inspection.
Irregular Scratches
Yuli Saputra translates the raw energy of movement into a digital medium, mapping a dense network of marks that feel both chaotic and intentional. This portrait-oriented composition finds beauty in the friction of overlapping lines, creating a tactile depth that invites close inspection.
28 × 35 cm · about ⅛ the width of a 3-seat sofa
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Irregular Scratches
Yuli Saputra
Art Analysis
The rhythmic friction of digital mark-making
In Irregular Scratches, Saputra explores the tension between digital precision and the ruggedness of hand-drawn textures. The piece is built upon a foundation of erratic, layered strokes that mimic the physical act of etching or carving into a surface. By utilizing a Scandi-inspired restraint, the artist allows the negative space to breathe, ensuring the complex web of marks remains the focal point without overwhelming the viewer.
The work is presented within a classic frame, providing a formal structure that grounds the fluid, modern energy of the digital brushwork. This juxtaposition highlights the tactile quality of the piece, turning a flat screen-based creation into a rich, textural study. The result is a balanced exploration of form where the unpredictability of each scratch contributes to a cohesive, rhythmic whole.
The piece uses digital layering to mimic the physical sensation of scratched surfaces and built-up pigment.
The composition reflects a Scandi aesthetic through its clean lines and focus on the elemental simplicity of the northern landscape.
Saputra moves away from representational imagery to focus entirely on the emotional weight of line and gesture.
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