{"id":1109772,"date":"2024-08-16T00:15:00","date_gmt":"2024-08-16T06:15:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/?p=1109772"},"modified":"2024-08-15T15:01:29","modified_gmt":"2024-08-15T21:01:29","slug":"abstract-art-ideas-techniques-and-tips-for-every-medium","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/art-subjects\/abstract\/abstract-art-ideas-techniques-and-tips-for-every-medium\/","title":{"rendered":"Abstract Art Ideas, Techniques and Tips for Every Medium"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-there-s-nothing-like-the-expressive-freedom-of-abstract-painting-dig-in-to-our-roundup-of-abstract-art-ideas-and-techniques-from-the-pros\">There&#8217;s nothing like the expressive freedom of abstract painting. Dig into our roundup of abstract art ideas and techniques from the pros!<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1022\" src=\"https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Red-Edge-20x20-1-1024x1022.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-991385\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Red-Edge-20x20-1-1024x1022.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Red-Edge-20x20-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Red-Edge-20x20-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Red-Edge-20x20-1-768x766.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Red-Edge-20x20-1-1536x1532.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Red-Edge-20x20-1-2048x2043.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Red-Edge-20x20-1-247x246.jpg 247w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Red-Edge-20x20-1-510x509.jpg 510w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Red-Edge-20x20-1-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Red Edge<\/em> (20 x 20) by Arlene Richman<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>To modern eyes, abstract and abstract expressionist paintings can look so effortless and so familiar that we might forget how revolutionary abstract art was in the 20<sup>th<\/sup> century. Those paintings \u2014 and the artists who made them \u2014\u00a0set the art world on fire. Today, abstract and non-representational art is one of many rich, relevant genres of painting. But is it easy or effortless? Most artists would say no. Like representational art, painting successful abstract art takes practice and an understanding of composition, color mixing, and values. If abstract art emerges from vision and intuition, it\u2019s still grounded in discipline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yet there may be no purer joy than painting for the sake of painting, and making abstract art can often feel like that, with its expressive freedom in color, texture, and emotion. Whether you already love to paint abstracts or are just beginning to explore the genre, we\u2019ve got a roundup of ideas, techniques, and inspiration to keep you delving into the possibilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\" id=\"h-getting-started-with-abstract-art-ideas\">Getting Started With Abstract Art Ideas<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"554\" src=\"https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/abstract-art-Yuan-Zuo-030417.jpg\" alt=\"Abstract art by Yuan Zuo | ArtistsNetwork.com\" class=\"wp-image-234013\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/abstract-art-Yuan-Zuo-030417.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/abstract-art-Yuan-Zuo-030417-247x228.jpg 247w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/abstract-art-Yuan-Zuo-030417-510x471.jpg 510w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Yellow Mountain (oil on canvas) by Yuan Zuo<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Sometimes, the idea that &#8220;anything goes&#8221; \u2014\u00a0those infinite, adventurous possibilities \u2014\u00a0is just plain daunting. If you don&#8217;t know where to start, we have guidelines and guardrails for you. While abstract art may not have rules, there are techniques to create balance, harmony, and interest in your paintings. Check out these resources:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: initial;\">You might be asking these questions, and we&#8217;ve got answers: <\/span><strong style=\"color: initial;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/art-inspiration\/what-is-abstract-art\/\">What Is Abstract Art? And Why Should I Care?<\/a> <\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mark Mehaffey breaks down the fundamental structures under even the most lyrical abstract paintings in <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/art-mediums\/acrylic\/abstract-paintings-mark-mehaffey\/\">What Is Abstract Art? Five Solid Designs That Work<\/a>. <\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Follow \u2014 and be inspired by \u2014 Molly Herman&#8217;s detailed, step-by-step demo for a mixed-media abstract painting in<strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/art-mediums\/acrylic\/how-to-paint-abstract-art-develop-a-composition\/\">How to Paint Abstract Art: Develop a Composition<\/a>. <\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\" id=\"h-exploring-acrylics-for-abstracts\">Exploring Acrylics for Abstracts<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"376\" src=\"https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/tam_dec12_abstract06-how-to-paint-abstract-art.jpg\" alt=\"&quot;Random in Orange&quot; (acrylic on canvas, 36x48) by Mark E. Mehaffey; article on how to paint an abstract painting\" class=\"wp-image-166441\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/tam_dec12_abstract06-how-to-paint-abstract-art.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/tam_dec12_abstract06-how-to-paint-abstract-art-247x186.jpg 247w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong><em>Random in Orange <\/em><\/strong>(acrylic on canvas, 36&#215;48) by Mark Mehaffey<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Even if acrylics are not your go-to medium, they&#8217;re a great tool for exploring abstract art ideas. It&#8217;s not surprising that acrylic paints became widely available and used at the same time abstract art began taking hold. Today, the paints are better, with an incredible range of ever-improving additives and mediums for texture and range. Their fast-drying capabilities and plasticity seem made for abstract paintings, and for abstract mixed-media collage work as well. Find ideas and inspiration here:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Get seriously inspired by Filomena de Andrade Booth&#8217;s work in <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/art-mediums\/acrylic\/painting-abstractions-with-spontaneity-and-speed\/\">Painting Abstractions With Spontaneity and Speed<\/a>.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Read about artist Sally Cooper&#8217;s process in <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/art-mediums\/acrylic\/from-chaos-an-abstract-art-painting-evolves\/\">From Chaos, an Abstract Art Painting Evolves<\/a>.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Follow in the footsteps of Jackson Pollock and try <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/art-techniques\/tips-tricks-pouring-acrylic-paint\/\">Pouring Acrylic Paint Like a Pro<\/a>.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check out this comprehensive <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/art-mediums\/acrylic\/your-guide-to-acrylic-paint-mediums-gels-and-pastes\/\">Guide to Acrylic Paint Mediums, Gels, and Pastes<\/a>,<\/strong> with abstract technique samples from artist Sandra Duran Wilson.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\" id=\"h-abstract-art-ideas-for-watercolor-pastel-and-oil\">Abstract Art Ideas for Watercolor, Pastel, and Oil<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1008\" src=\"https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/07tam1016Richman-1024x1008.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-991137\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/07tam1016Richman-1024x1008.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/07tam1016Richman-300x295.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/07tam1016Richman-768x756.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/07tam1016Richman-1536x1512.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/07tam1016Richman-2048x2016.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/07tam1016Richman-247x243.jpg 247w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/07tam1016Richman-510x502.jpg 510w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Endurance&nbsp;<\/em>by Arlene Richman (20 x 20)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If history links acrylics and abstraction, there are also countless fabulous examples of abstract works in other mediums. From the richness of oils to the fluidity of watercolor to the sensual color of pastels, abstract art can play up every medium&#8217;s best characteristics. Find abstract art ideas and inspiration here:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Find your watercolor joy with <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/art-mediums\/watercolor\/abstract-painting-tips\/\">12 Tips for Fun and Freedom with Watercolor Abstraction<\/a>. <\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Artist Arlene Richman has mastered the very fine art of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/art-subjects\/abstract\/expressing-intuitive-and-vivid-color-in-abstract-pastel\/\">Expressing Intuitive and Vivid Color in Abstract Pastel<\/a>. <\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There can be a beautiful depth and gravitas to abstract oil paintings, as in Arcenio Martin Campos&#8217;s work in <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/artist-profiles\/oil-painting-abstraction\/\">A Representational Artist Painting Abstract Art Too<\/a>.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>This artist was invigorated by switching from acrylic to oil mixed with cold wax for her dimensional abstractions: <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/art-mediums\/mixed-media\/donna-watson-overcame-creative-block-by-switching-media\/\">Donna Watson Overcame Creative Block by Switching Media<\/a>.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\" id=\"h-abstraction-in-action-video-workshops\">Abstraction in Action: Video Workshops<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"643\" height=\"808\" src=\"https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Nimmer6Elements_Ptg_ARN.png\" alt=\"Creating Abstract Art: 6 Key Elements of Success | The Divide\" class=\"wp-image-233942\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Nimmer6Elements_Ptg_ARN.png 643w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Nimmer6Elements_Ptg_ARN-247x310.png 247w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Nimmer6Elements_Ptg_ARN-510x641.png 510w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 643px) 100vw, 643px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong><em>The Divide<\/em><\/strong>, by Dean Nimmer<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, don&#8217;t forget that Artists Network offers <a href=\"https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/product-category\/video\/subject\/abstract-subject\/\">video workshops<\/a> that are downloadable for purchase or free access with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/store\/featured-products\/magazine-subscription-featured-products\/an-membership\/\">membership<\/a>. Here are a few selections that focus on abstract art ideas and techniques:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/store\/video\/subject\/abstract-subject\/creating-abstract-art-6-key-elements-of-success-video-download\/\">Creating Abstract Art: 6 Key Elements of Success<\/a><\/strong> with Dean Nimmer<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/store\/video\/subject\/abstract-subject\/exploring-composition-color-in-abstract-art-video-download\/\"><strong>Exploring Composition &amp; Color in Abstract Art<\/strong><\/a> with Debora Stewart<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/store\/video\/subject\/abstract-subject\/texture-techniques-for-abstract-art-video-download\/\">Texture Techniques for Abstract Art<\/a><\/strong> with Jodi Ohl<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-not-stacked-on-mobile is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-1 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