10.4.18

How To Create Landscape Abstract Paintings

By Brenda Davis


In some cases, artists paint from a perspective of reality. As such, most paint straightforward replicas when using a model. While this is the case, there are also those whom create Landscape Abstract Paintings. Most often, the latter is done by adding shapes, colors and under-painting to create a piece which leaves a great deal of interpretation to the viewer.

The content in this genre is often inspired by an idea, object or landscape. In most cases, painters painting these type of paintings work with acrylics, oils and color mixing. While this is the case, there are also those whom are considered abstract artists whom create 3D and mixed-media pieces.

Modern artists often find inspiration in different areas. Some of these include, fiction, non-fiction, poetry, prose, real life, landscapes and objects. In most cases, the outcome is often a piece leaving viewers to question the meaning behind the inspiration. For, there is often nothing an art lover loves more than to contemplate and interpret the meaning behind a piece of abstract art.

One of the best painting classes in this genre is offered by Brian Ryder through YouTube. For, while some individuals can simply pick up a brush and start painting, others whom need direction. As such, the classes now offered by Mr. Ryder have been quite popular. For, the classes teach individuals how to create art using the best techniques.

In Ryder's Beyond Realism and other classes, students often learn about color, composition, methods, moods and attitudes. In class, the teacher paints along side the students so that it is possible to see how a field of poppies later actually pops with abstract color and features. After which, students are often able to repeat the process using various models and tools.

In most cases, teachers will provide various methods of brush work when working with students. In addition, students are often taught how to use colors which are complementary to the shapes and sizes used in a piece. Whereas, underpainting and cross-strokes can often add an additional dimension to any piece of work. When desiring to take a more professional educational approach, there are several art based classes offered on websites such as edX and Coursera.

While this is the case, the Artists Network website also provides information on classes and a full length how-to video. In addition, students can view a number of reviews and testimonials in relation to network offerings. The site also includes examples to help individuals decide whether to create art with a wet-on-dry or wet-on-wet technique. After which, many go on to paint a number of original abstract paintings.

The actual process of painting an abstract piece can either be done very quickly, or take years to complete. Artists often use a variety of shapes, sizes, colors and under-paintings to develop the abstractness of a piece. As such, the more creative an individual can be when creating this type of painting, often the more interest the piece will garner from curators, galleries, museums and buyers.




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