Abstract Painting for the Absolute Beginner
Tools, Techniques, and Inspiration
About the Book
Immerse yourself in the captivating world of abstract painting with "Abstract Painting for the Absolute Beginner," a comprehensive guide designed to ignite your creativity and help you master the fundamentals of abstract art. Whether you're a complete novice or looking to expand your artistic horizons, this book provides essential tools and techniques to get you started on your abstract art journey. Discover the materials needed to create stunning abstract paintings, from selecting brushes and paints to understanding different surfaces. Explore the elements of art—color, line, shape, form, texture, space, and value—and learn how to apply design principles like balance and emphasis to create visually stimulating pieces. The book also delves into the power of color, offering insights into limited palettes, the emotional impact of colors, and recipes for mixing unique hues. Experiment with various mark-making techniques to add personality to your work, from bold brushstrokes to delicate lines. Master the art of composition to bring harmony and balance to your paintings, arranging elements to create a cohesive and compelling visual story. The book includes step-by-step demonstrations with illustrative photographs, guiding you through the creation of several abstract paintings. Once you've created your masterpieces, learn how to present them professionally. This includes tips on wiring and displaying your artwork, as well as photographing and sharing it online or in galleries. "Abstract Painting for the Absolute Beginner" is more than just a guide; it's an invitation to explore the limitless possibilities of abstract painting, empowering you to unleash your inner artist and create engaging works of art. This book is geared for acrylic painters, but the principles in the book can be applied to any medium.
Reader Reviews
What a remarkable book! I love all the pictures of Lori's work. Lori provides wonderful examples throughout the book and there are so many! I'm excited to try painting with reflection on what I'm learning.
Brandy Hart
This is a great book for beginners as well as seasoned artists wishing to expand their knowledge into abstract painting. From color through composition, Lori touches on everything you need to get you creating your abstract paintings. Well written and lots of examples. This book will be on my studio bookshelf for reference for years to come. I definitely recommend this book.
Jaime Haney
If you've ever wanted to learn abstract principles with a knowledgeable and gifted instructor...then this is the book for you! The illustrations are beautiful as well as helpful! I love the way the lessons and guidance unfold! Not only do you receive clear instruction with each section, the support and encouragement is amazing.
Joey Luzar
I absolutely loved this book! I always wanted to try my hand at abstract art, but didn’t know how to start. Lori’s step-by-step instructions and suggestions were extremely helpful. This book would be perfect for any artist at any level. Her paintings are beautiful!
Jamie Kniffen
I love this book so much!!! It’s easy to follow and goes over absolutely everything you need to know to start painting!! Vibrant colors and nicely layout! This will be a great reference book too! So glad I got this!
Jim N.
About the Author
Lori Rivera
Lori is an award-winning painter in Evansville, Indiana creating abstracts, still life, abstract florals and landscapes, and surrealism. A professional artist since 2016, she has sold over 250 paintings and has exhibited her work across the United States. She lives in Evansville with her husband, their daughter, and their three cats. In addition to art, she enjoys writing posts in her art blog, spending time with family and friends, working a couple days a week in a frame shop and gallery, collaborating with other artists in her community.