samedi 3 novembre 2012

Abstract Art Paintings And Why They Are Special

By Priscilla Sims


Many may find abstract art paintings a little bit weird. In fact, some people comment and think just how easy it would be to do one. Even a six year old will be able to splash paints on a piece of paper and call it art. However, that is actually not the case with painting. For a true blood artist, seeing abstract works requires a very keen eye.

Otherwise known as non objective or non representational art, abstracts are actually very difficult to make and understand for common people. Many of us see only what the painting represents as to the objects we see in them. However, there is a deeper manner that has to be derived from the piece of work.

In order for an artist to be understood as well, he or she must be very skillful in many ways. He or she should be perfect in drawing, mixing shapes with lines, combining colors, and creating that one composition that looks appealing despite the many elements present. It is the weird appearance of the artworks that often cause them to be devalued.

There are certain things you can ask or consider for yourself to understand better the meaning of the artwork. It is important that you open up your mind to see what is non representational. Contrary to most paintings that present an object that we all are familiar about, abstracts are different in that their look is unfamiliar.

You need to take note of the elements in the artwork. These would include the colors used, the textures present and the other things you see. Take note of how they interact with each other. Often, the elements behind are the ones that speak out the meaning of the artwork.

Being an artist yourself will be of great advantage when it comes to deciphering the meanings of certain masterpieces. But then again, if you are the type of person who understands the arts very well, you just might be able to appreciate abstracts. Reading the title and understanding the elements will give you a cue.

Those who connect to the artworks' meanings are those who appreciate more. If you are one of them and you are interested in getting yourself a masterpiece, you can look at exhibitions or go online. A painting will surely look good in your home, office or building.

Indeed, it is very difficult for people to know more about abstract art paintings when they have no complete background about the arts. Nevertheless, they should give abstracts their rightful place in the field of arts. After all, they are very significant in artists' lives and other people as well.




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