In most cases, the artist begins by sketching his chosen portrait onto the canvas using charcoal. The drawing is created freehand, with one or more photographs of the person to be painted serving as references and guides. Over time, the painter has moved away from the usual guidelines, such as a circle with a cross to help position facial features, and initially sketches the rough outlines, gradually working towards smaller details. This approach makes his images feel more human and organic, and less technical.
The first application of acrylic paint is for the rough contours and shadow strokes. Afterwards, the remaining colors are added, and transitions are refined. The multiple layers of paint not only allow different colors to show through each other, creating a transparent effect, but also provide actual three-dimensionality, utilizing the multifaceted depth of an original artwork.
The background, clear contours, as well as the addition of quotes, symbols, extra figures, or similar elements, are created in the final phase of a painting. During this process, however, there is a lot of back-and-forth between all elements, and no clear line is followed from top left to bottom right. Instead, each feature is carefully considered in terms of how it influences the overall composition and whether it helps guide the viewer smoothly through the artwork, or causes the eye to linger on one spot or miss certain passages altogether due to a lack of a clear visual thread.
Some special techniques in his paintings include the use of various methods, such as the "Drop-Paint" technique. In this method, Felix places the canvas flat on the ground, dips the end of a brush into a bucket of paint, and lets it move about 30 centimeters above the canvas or a specific point. This creates a certain randomness, as the artist relinquishes control—now the paint has a say in where it goes. Another technique he employs is the "Water-Pour" method. Again, the canvas is on the ground, and water is poured over it. The paint is then applied or thrown onto the wet surface, merging uncontrollably. The use of everyday materials like spray bottles, sponges, or stencils adds a rich texture to his work.
Live, all these fragments are combined to create an unparalleled show that demonstrates how Felix is in harmony with his art and understands how the significance of color can harmonize with the complexity of human anatomy. His performances are entertaining and exciting, offering deep insights into his creative process.