For the background I have used a acrylic as a marbled effect almost teamed Black and lite orange and pink in with white(Paint not stirred)
This is just the beginning, funds are tight at the moment. But I'm inspired, so this is just your cheap shop flat canvas.(The type with visible staples in the side!;-()I just felt the need to experiment.
The black I have added a brick effect using a house hold new sponge.