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# Painting Abstracts: Ideas, projects and techniques

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Buy Painting Abstracts: Ideas, projects and techniques by Vliet, Rolina van (ISBN: 8601421424431) from desertcart's Book Store. Free UK delivery on eligible orders.

Review: How to enter abstract painting - I've been painting some years and completed all the local Open College Network courses but had never tried abstract painting. I recently got interested in 'playing with colour' and using paint to express feelings and emotions, but I couldn't find a book that would lead me into it. I tried a few books on abstract painting but they seemed to be very tentative and disappointing. This book is exactly what I was looking for. It takes the reader on a tour around the parameters of abstract painting, which helped me to understand the 'what', and it provides a structured series of 65 exercises which are guiding me as I explore the 'how'. Some books on painting are mainly a showcase for the author's own paintings -not so here. This book is about encouraging you to explore methods for yourself, and it is well illustrated with examples of other students' work but not as something to 'copy' or imitate, just to show a pictorial example of each exercise ( and it does not waste the first twenty pages showing you pictures of paint brushes, and explaining the colour wheel.) As another reviewer has said, this is like a full course on abstract painting led by an experienced tutor who encourages you to develop your own style of painting and to enjoy the journey of exploration.
Review: Abstract heaven! - For anyone looking to start painting abstract paintings this book is a must. The author highlights the key elements of a good abstract painting but emphasizes the importance of jut picking up your brush or knife and getting your paints out! She shows you examples of each lesson but does not expect you to follow them, they are merely a guide for you to create your own works. When I first started painting abstract paintings I was a little wary about what I could produce but I am a convert, Its amazing!

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Best Sellers Rank | 38,321 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) 66 in Watercolour Painting Techniques 345 in Other Art Media & Techniques 1,674 in Hobbies & Crafts |
| Customer reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (514) |
| Dimensions  | 22.56 x 1.3 x 22.56 cm |
| ISBN-10  | 1844483363 |
| ISBN-13  | 978-1844483365 |
| Item weight  | 1.05 kg |
| Language  | English |
| Print length  | 176 pages |
| Publication date  | 17 July 2008 |
| Publisher  | Search Press |

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ How to enter abstract painting
*by B***N on 5 June 2009*

I've been painting some years and completed all the local Open College Network courses but had never tried abstract painting. I recently got interested in 'playing with colour' and using paint to express feelings and emotions, but I couldn't find a book that would lead me into it. I tried a few books on abstract painting but they seemed to be very tentative and disappointing. This book is exactly what I was looking for. It takes the reader on a tour around the parameters of abstract painting, which helped me to understand the 'what', and it provides a structured series of 65 exercises which are guiding me as I explore the 'how'. Some books on painting are mainly a showcase for the author's own paintings -not so here. This book is about encouraging you to explore methods for yourself, and it is well illustrated with examples of other students' work but not as something to 'copy' or imitate, just to show a pictorial example of each exercise ( and it does not waste the first twenty pages showing you pictures of paint brushes, and explaining the colour wheel.) As another reviewer has said, this is like a full course on abstract painting led by an experienced tutor who encourages you to develop your own style of painting and to enjoy the journey of exploration.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Abstract heaven!
*by N***O on 29 June 2012*

For anyone looking to start painting abstract paintings this book is a must. The author highlights the key elements of a good abstract painting but emphasizes the importance of jut picking up your brush or knife and getting your paints out! She shows you examples of each lesson but does not expect you to follow them, they are merely a guide for you to create your own works. When I first started painting abstract paintings I was a little wary about what I could produce but I am a convert, Its amazing!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Painting Abstracts: Ideas, Projects and Techniques.
*by J***� on 20 August 2018*

I've had this book since 2010 – I bought it to provide some examples and exercises for the students in my painting classes who wish to explore abstract ideas in their work. It's been a modestly useful volume to have to hand; it loses a star due to it's lack of consideration for oil painters (it's all geared towards fast-drying acrylics, watercolour and mixed media work with dry graphic materials) and it actually has a number of images out of focus, which doesn`t look very professional. Another negative is the inclusion of impermanent materials and techniques in some suggested exercises which any serious student should avoid – after all you don't want your work self-destructing a few weeks after you made it, do you? Most of the book, however does provide some good ideas and helpful approaches; using it under the guidance of an experienced tutor it should provide some liberating and potentially enjoyable exploration of the many different methods of adding an abstract dimension to one's work, either derived from observational approaches or pure painting as composition. The illustrations are large and the texts clearly explain the techniques employed in each example; the general advice on composition is good. There are many interesting books available that offer advice on painting abstracts; this is probably one of the better ones, despite the caveats I've mentioned. Do use the “look inside” option above for an idea of the content. 3 ½ stars, ideally.

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