Painter

Tschabalala Self

Tschabalala Self is an American artist known for layered figurative paintings that combine painted and sewn materials. Her 2018 painting Lite includes acrylic, Flashe, milk paint, fabric, and gum on canvas.


Tschabalala Self quick facts

A concise reference for her materials, mixed-media process, and documented use of milk paint.

Tschabalala Self quick facts
PracticeFigurative painting and mixed-media work
Paint-related mediaMilk paint, acrylic paint, and Flashe
Other materialsFabric, gum, paper, painted canvas, and sewn elements
Documented exampleLite (2018), made with acrylic, Flashe, milk paint, fabric, and gum on canvas
Known forLayered figures that combine painting, collage, fabric, stitching, and other material processes

Sources: ICA Boston collection announcement and ICA Boston: Tschabalala Self: Out of Body.