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.
| Practice | Figurative painting and mixed-media work |
|---|---|
| Paint-related media | Milk paint, acrylic paint, and Flashe |
| Other materials | Fabric, gum, paper, painted canvas, and sewn elements |
| Documented example | Lite (2018), made with acrylic, Flashe, milk paint, fabric, and gum on canvas |
| Known for | Layered figures that combine painting, collage, fabric, stitching, and other material processes |
Sources: ICA Boston collection announcement and ICA Boston: Tschabalala Self: Out of Body.