Creator Note - Elad Katav: This 36" x 36" acrylic painting began as a process without a specific goal in mind. I started with my favorite base layer technique, <a href="https://site.cupixel.com/applink/experience/66453c1f65e30c6ff7564aef">as seen in the Street Art Course,</a> adding spontaneous scribbles like <a href="https://site.cupixel.com/applink/experience/667204495917543bcff14222">in the LIVE experience Paint An Abstract Background.</a> This created a vibrant green layer that felt “interesting,” serving as a foundation for the main subject. I painted a girl with a balloon, but after two days, I realized that the green didn’t complement the grey tones of the figure—she needed to stand out. Inspired by a street artist I saw on Instagram, I decided to try using tape to create geometric shapes. I added stripes across the piece, which transformed the background, bringing focus to the girl and making the balloon pop. I’d love to hear your thoughts on the artwork!