Painting Accessible Abstracts
Painting Accessible Abstracts by Laura Reiter, published by Batsford on March 15, 2010, is a practical guide designed to assist artists in exploring abstract painting techniques. This 128-page book encourages a less figurative approach, offering insights into various methods ranging from slightly abstract to fully abstract works. Reiter emphasizes the importance of ideas and themes as starting points, while also delving into creative processes and unconventional techniques.
Readers will find a wealth of information on using materials such as watercolor, acrylics, mixed media, and collage, along with guidance on experimenting with color and composition. The book includes several projects that aim to inspire creativity, complemented by vibrant examples of Reiter’s own artwork as well as pieces from other contemporary abstract artists. This edition serves as a resource for those looking to expand their artistic skills in the realm of abstract painting.
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Painting Accessible Abstracts is an inspirational but practical book that will help artists to paint in a less figurative way. Laura Reiter demonstrates different ways to approach an abstract painting from ‘just a little bit abstract’ to ‘completely abstract’. She does this by focussing on ideas and themes as starting points, looking at the creative processes involved and more unusual techniques.
Laura Reiter also covers how to use materials creatively – watercolour, acrylics, mixed media and collage – and how to experiment with colour and composition.
Several projects are included, and, in addition to Laura’s vibrant, colourful paintings, the work of several other contemporary abstract artists is featured.
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