Tuesday, January 28, 2014

Release Your Creativity With Abstract Watercolor Painting

By Eliza Mendoza


Art is a very subjective thing and different styles appeal to different people. One thing that seems to be universal, however, is that embracing art either as a collector or as a painter is a wonderful way of getting in touch with yourself and your deepest desires and dreams. Abstract watercolor painting is a very fluid and expressive style that many people adore.

Different people prefer different mediums and while oil paint can be a very difficult style and material to get used to and learn, watercolors are relatively easy and very adaptable to the person. Practice is important for the individual to get used to the paint and water balance, as too much water can ruin the finish product. However, it is very fun to practice with.

Watercolor landscapes are a great place to start and can be quickly mastered. By layering up the colors the artist can keep perfecting the piece until they are completely happy with it. Mistakes are a rarity with watercolors as they are so easy to coverup. Studying the work of famous artists who have focused on landscapes is a good way to learn new techniques.

Drawing and painting animals is often a very effective method of becoming a truly talented artist and this is still true with watercolors. You can work from photos or other paintings or from the real thing, but it is often easier to focus on the lines of the animal and the manner in which it moves rather than the details of the fur. This is because water colors don't always lend themselves to the finer details.

Constructing portraits in watercolors is quite a challenge, but once the artist understand his or her own style it becomes a very satisfying challenge. Practice is essential to move from amateur paintings to true art and once the basics have been established the artist can then begin to play around with abstract styles. Mastering the basics allows the artist to make this step effectively.

Abstract is much more than simply blurring the lines and letting the imagination do the rest of the work. It is about redefining the style and letting the imagination construct something new and unique. This allows the admirer of the piece of artwork to explore their preconceptions of the topic or subject. This is not something that just anyone can create.

Viewing art is all about interpretation. Each artist brings something different and each individual brings something different when they view it. We all bring our own experiences and perceptions to the table when we interpret art and this is something that the artist needs to consider when they are painting. To leave the painting open to interpretation is essential.

Abstract watercolor painting can be anything from a part time hobby to a very satisfying and successful career. It is important to put the heart and soul into each piece, to ensure that it is filled with emotion and meaning as this will always be interpreted by art appreciators. Those pieces that are superficial are always obvious and few people can connect with them.




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