Abstract Techniques And Colour In Painting

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As the interest in non-representational art grows & artists become more adventurous, this important book helps the reader make the move towards abstract art through the use of colour
- the hallmark of Claire Harrigan's work in mixed media. Fantastically illustrated throughout & with sound technical advice, the book covers: Understanding Abstract Art: concepts & influences; Beginnings: inspiration, starting points & preliminary work; Varied subject matter: still life, flowers, buildings & figures with details on how they evolved from the original inspiration; Basic Design: composition & the importance of structure; Surface &

Colour: create mood, harmonies, contrast & tone; plus combining texture with techniques & colour; Considering & choosing different media: characteristics of acrylic, gouache, watercolour, oil, pastel & collage; & Mixed Media: the painting process of specific paintings, the compatibility of different media, both technically & visually; It also uncovers: Visual Impact: a look at, & discussion of, various examples; Analysis & selection: the process of abstraction & semi-abstraction may involve analysis, simplification, distortion or exaggeration as well as an emphasis on elements such as line, shape & colour, all demonstrated in different paintings; A step-by-step look at Claire Harrigan's paintings; &, Pure Abstraction: a look at paintings without any evidence of the initial subject matter or inspiration.