Saturday, February 1, 2014

The Basics Of Abstract Watercolor Painting

By Eliza Mendoza


Abstract watercolor painting refers to the art of using colors that are water based so as to express oneself or send a message and it uses lines. For abstraction, the main aim is pass on a message with a visual language. The different designs that are created with the involvement of abstraction appear luminous and transparent and this happens because of the very few types of filler in the pigments used that obscure the colors.

The artists who involve themselves with this practice often have a non-conforming attitude when dealing with art. They normally pose a challenge of giving interpretations of figures that have no particular form. As a result, the person will give deep thought to that situation and try to figure out what it really means for him or her.

The materials required to begin this process are not expensive and they can be easily acquired. You will need a variety of special paints, a piece of paper that is compatible with those paints, a pencil and paintbrushes. This piece of art also requires a good amount of time as you give deep thought to every piece. It can be done by all types of artists including seasoned and students.

The general assumption of such an art is that anything can be accepted. Technically, this is true for any type of art but it is always best that you learn more about the method itself instead of just doing it. Visual elements in this practice will include factors such as color, shape, pattern, texture and the general form. The imagery on the art piece does not reflect reality as it is removed from it. This is what is called abstraction.

A lot may be done concerning artwork using this technique of abstraction. Naturally, it is regarded as vague and it is the viewer who interprets the whole image for himself and decides what to think of it. People often find this fun and this is the reason artists involved in this practice love their job so much. You can visit any art store and get sketchbook papers and pencils and try it yourself to see how good your creativity could be.

For instance when you draw a forest or a vehicle, they will appear on a mere piece of paper. As the paint lands on the drawing paper, an illusion is created as it goes into the grooves. The main aim of the artist is to make this illusion appear as a three dimensional piece of art.

Doing this helps the image to appear realer than it initially was. This is a skill that calls for a lot of practicing though. It is important that every artist learns and improves their skill. People tend to think that this field is easy but that is not the case because special training and practice is required to create perfection. This can be done online or in art stores where you can find an expert to enlighten you more. Watching videos produced for this purpose could also play a great role in imparting such knowledge.

If you are under stress, you can release it thanks to abstract watercolor painting. Feelings which remain in the mind and are not let out are a major cause of stress. People with such problems are advised to draw or paint their feelings as this acts as a means of letting them out.




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