Modesto Aceves “Waves of Heart” – Mixed Media with Coffee Grind

Modesto Aceves builds texture and tone using his signature medium — coffee grind ink — applied here across layered linework and soft curves. The figure is composed of repeating swirls and fluid marks, all rendered in warm brown and black tones. The surface has a slight grain from the natural pigment, giving it a subtle, organic depth not found in traditional inks. The artwork is presented on illustration board and framed under acrylic in a carved wood frame with black and gold detail. A mustard-toned mat adds contrast and picks up the earth tones from the piece. Line clarity is sharp, and the hand-drawn quality is preserved edge to edge.