The unintentional scratches adorning the canvas were certainly not part of the initial plan. When I tackled this piece, my main goal was to dive headfirst into a whole new art style. During my creative process, i got frustrated and I found myself reaching for a ruler to vent some of that pent-up energy on the canvas. Strangely enough, that spur-of-the-moment decision stuck around, becoming a interesting part of this piece and now a continued technique in my painting routine. I think that's what sets my creative process apart – finding beauty in the unexpected bumps along the way.