Abstract Expressionism is the most important art movement since the Second World War Although it is often considered a revolution in painting alone for the images created by such leading figures as Jackson Pollock Clyfford Still Willem de Kooning & Mark Rothko remain altogether extraordinary its radical spirit extended further encompassing the sculpture of David Smith & Aaron Siskinds photography Along with other key artists such as Barnett Newman & Franz Kline these artists formed a nucleus united not just against the tensions of American society from the 1930s onwards but also in their aim to forge diverse new visual languages David Anfam explores the movement in terms of its political implications & rich cultural contexts bringing many fresh insights to the works themselves Taking into account a wealth of scholarship this new edition also has nearly one hundred works reproduced in colour ...

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Austrian artist Waltraud Nawratil shows you how to combine a love for nature with a passion for expressive painting It is divided into helpful sections to teach the reader how to use acrylics watercolours or airbrushing as well as natural materials such as sand bark & leaves to create captivating pictures full of colour & vitality There is a wealth of stunning abstract pieces by Waltraud which will provide inspiration for more experience painters as well as the beginner The book covers the variations through all seasons teaching the reader to see the natural world with creativity & a fresh new perspective ...

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Abstract painting & abstraction can be a daunting & frustrating genre of art How should you approach a surface? How can you use colour effectively? How can you make better more expressive paintings? This inspiring book answers these questions & many more Through a thorough analysis of his own work Emyr Williams covers practical theoretical & historical issues of abstract art & explains a wide range of working methods to help develop more demanding personal approaches to the making of abstract painting He emphasizes the relationship of colour to surface & the importance of seeking a profound connection with your art ...

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Where do you find inspiration for an abstract painting? How do you start? What materials should you use? Are composition & perspective important? These questions & others are answered in detail in this impressive book with a clarity that guarantees success Whether you want to purely abstract your ideas thoughts & feelings into colour & mood or whether you want to base your pictures on subjects that interest you such as landscapes flowers or music you will find much to guide & fascinate you here Rolina van Vliet is an enthusiastic teacher & she offers a brilliant insight into what makes good paintings with 50 stunning projects each accompanied by expert tips & a full palette of exciting & fun techniques With help on what materials to use & how to use them she

Includes:: many photographs illustrating different ways to create smooth textured collaged vibrant powerful & atmospheric abstract art Beginners will love the way Rolina encourages experimentation
- there are no rules & more experienced artists will find much here to inspire them


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This is the fourth & most technical book on abstract art by Rolina van Vliet In comparison to its predecessors it takes a more in-depth look at the practical nature of abstract art With a detailed explanation of the technical aspects of painting the book covers figurative elements composition & construction work specifically Abstracts Techniques & Textures is a comprehensive handbook for amateurs professionals teachers & students alike to learn the intricacies of painting abstracts It features 50 studies detailing dozens of techniques & textures readers can use to practise achieving abstract & non-figurative painting The book also

Includes:: more than 350 selected images to inspire & guide the reader's eye

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