Paint Scratches
Yuli SaputraYuli Saputra builds a tactile landscape through vigorous digital gestures, using the illusion of physical friction to give the screen a tangible, rugged soul. This piece finds its rhythm in the intersection of raw texture and deliberate depth, where every mark feels like a permanent record of movement.
Paint Scratches
Yuli Saputra builds a tactile landscape through vigorous digital gestures, using the illusion of physical friction to give the screen a tangible, rugged soul. This piece finds its rhythm in the intersection of raw texture and deliberate depth, where every mark feels like a permanent record of movement.
28 × 35 cm · about ⅙ the width of a 3-seat sofa
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Paint Scratches
Yuli Saputra
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From the artist, Yuli Saputra
The Tangible Friction of Digital Motion
In this work, Saputra explores the sensory possibilities of digital media by mimicking the heavy, impasto-like quality of physical pigment. The composition relies on the interplay of layered strokes that appear to have been dragged across the surface, creating a complex grid of ridges and valleys. This emphasis on texture provides a sense of three-dimensional space, inviting the viewer to trace the path of each scratch as it cuts through the visual field.
Framed within a classic border, the piece bridges the gap between traditional gallery aesthetics and modern digital craft. The portrait orientation and clean, Scandi-influenced palette allow the energetic mark-making to remain the focal point without overwhelming the viewer. It is a study in how digital tools can replicate the grit and weight of a studio floor, resulting in a balanced, atmospheric presence.
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