Creating Abstract Art
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Creating Abstract Art
Celebrate your own nonconformist place in the world of art. Going far beyond standard notions of developing an abstract "style" or particular "look," Creating Abstract Art unleashes the numerous possibilities that abound in your creative subconscious. Familiar obstacles such as "I don't know what to paint" or "How do I know if this is good?" are easily set aside as you explore fun exercises such as connecting dots, automatic drawing, shadow hunting, working with haiku poetry paintings and much more. So turn off the noise in your head, follow your own instincts and delight in what emerges! • 40 exercises exploring original ideas and inventive techniques for making abstract art. • Projects can be done in any order and with nearly any materials--start working right away on any project that grabs your attention! • 50 contemporary artists share diverse work and viewpoints on the process of working abstractly. Write your own artistic license and start Creating Abstract Artyour way, today!
A Beginner's Guide to Making Abstract Art
A practical and inspirational resource for any visual artist who wants to paint in a less figurative way and take their first steps into the realm of abstract art. Through practical projects and easy-to-follow demonstrations, renowned artist Laura Reiter shows you how to create beautiful and unique abstracts in mixed media. Whether you want to simplify a subject into its abstract elements, or experiment with colour, line and form to make something completely new, this book will help you find an approach that works for you. It covers how to use materials creatively, focusing on watercolour, acrylics and combining different paint media, and how to have fun with colour and composition to create something unique. The author explains how to find sources of inspiration and build up a mark-making repertoire, bringing in texture and collage, and includes a wealth of playful exercises to help you develop your own individual abstract painting style. Beautifully illustrated with the author's vibrant abstract compositions, the book also features stunning examples from other leading artists whose work is partly or wholly abstract. This fascinating book is all any artist needs to successfully make the move into abstract painting.
Painting and Drawing for Beginners: Mastering the Art of Expressive Creation
Author: Pasquale De Marco
language: en
Publisher: Pasquale De Marco
Release Date: 2025-07-11
Unleash your creativity and embark on a transformative artistic journey with Painting and Drawing for Beginners: Mastering the Art of Expressive Creation! This comprehensive guide invites you to explore the captivating world of painting and drawing, regardless of your skill level. Immerse yourself in the fundamentals of drawing, mastering perspective, proportion, and the art of capturing light and shadow. Discover the secrets of creating depth and dimension, bringing your subjects to life on paper or canvas. Explore the vibrant world of watercolors, learning how to mix and blend colors, create washes and glazes, and capture the beauty of landscapes and still lifes. Delve into the realm of acrylics, experimenting with impasto and texture, and mastering the art of painting portraits and abstract masterpieces. Uncover the unique charm of gouache, exploring opaque and transparent layers, mixing and blending colors to achieve stunning effects. Discover the versatility of markers, creating bold lines and washes, illustrating cartoons and illustrations with precision and flair. With Painting and Drawing for Beginners: Mastering the Art of Expressive Creation, you'll learn to combine different mediums for captivating mixed media artwork, creating collages, and adding texture and dimension to your compositions. Capture the essence of life through drawing, portraying people and emotions, illustrating stories, and documenting your travels with a keen artistic eye. Embrace the beauty of nature, painting landscapes, seascapes, flowers, and wildlife with breathtaking realism. Delve into the world of abstract art, understanding its principles and experimenting with color and form. Develop your own unique abstract style, conveying emotions and ideas through non-representational artwork. With Painting and Drawing for Beginners: Mastering the Art of Expressive Creation as your guide, you'll unlock your artistic potential, mastering various techniques and styles, and expressing yourself through the transformative power of art. If you like this book, write a review!