"Kinkaku-ji"
Fine Art Giclee Print on archival watercolor paper
 
This fine art print comes in the following sizes measured in inches:
4x4
5x5
6x6
8x8
10x10
12x12
16x16
 
There are three paper style options:
Borderless - The image stretches to the edge of the paper, filling entire sheet
Classic 1/2" Border - The image will have a 1/2 inch border, adding an inch to the overall size of the paper (the image will remain the size of the print ordered. Example: 4x6 inches image with 1/2 inch border will have a final sheet size of 5x7 inches)
Deckled Edge - Will have a 1/2 inch border that will be adorned with a hand torn edge style
 
DETAILS:
This fine art giclee is printed on 245g, bright white, textured watercolor paper created from poly cotton fiber that is highly durable, acid free, and lignin free.
Colors may appear to vary slightly due to monitor setting.
 
ABOUT THE PIECE:
I created “Kinkaku-ji” using Soho watercolor paints. My process begins with lightly mapping out the subject on 12x12 inch paper with a graphite pencil. I then apply masking fluid to the areas I want to remain untouched by paint, such as the small details on the perimeter of the roof. After many dedicated hours of painting, I allow the paint to fully dry and then gently peel the masking fluid away with an eraser.
 
Hanging the work in my studio and allowing myself time to live with the art helps me find out whether I need to add or alter the artwork, or if I am pleased with it as it is. In this case, I softened the areas where the masking fluid was with a light wash of a muted yellow. Though barely noticable, it really made a world of difference. And, voila!