Spotlight: "Monochromattica" – Visual Dopamine in Black & White

Welcome back to the studio!

If you know my work, you know I usually lean into the loud, proud, neon end of the spectrum. But this piece, I’ve been feeling the pull to strip things back to the basics.

Today, I’m introducing a piece that proves you don’t need a rainbow to create visual dopamine: "Monochromattica."

The Inspiration

"Monochromattica" is a study in pure contrast. I wanted to see what would happen if I removed color from the equation and focused entirely on light, texture, and reflection.

I started with a brilliant Silver Foil Cardstock base—the ultimate reflector. Instead of covering it with brights, I used a strict palette of Black, Grey, and White acrylics.

Small but Mighty

This piece is a "tiny treasure." It is a 4x4 inch decorated frame, matted down to a 3x3 inch opening.

Because it is small, it feels like a little jewel. The silver foil acts like a mirror, catching the light in the room, while the black and white swirls create a deep, swirling depth. It’s elegant, modern, and perfectly sized for a desk, a bookshelf, or a gallery wall filler.

It turns out, removing the color doesn't remove the energy. It just concentrates it.

"Monochromattica" is available now in my shop!