One of my primary approaches is to treat typography and graphic elements as complementary rather than dominant forces within the painting. I see them not as separate additions but as woven threads that are part of the fabric of the artwork. For instance, when incorporating text, I often think of it as a texture or a pattern rather than straightforward lettering. I’ll layer it within the painting, allowing it to merge with the background, fade into the colours, or intertwine with other elements. This way, it becomes a subtle whisper rather than a shout, adding depth without stealing focus.