Celebrate your own nonconformist place in the world of art.
Going far beyond standard notions of developing an abstract “style” or particular “look,” Creating Abstract Art unleashes the numerous possibilities that abound in your creative subconscious. Familiar obstacles such as “I don’t know what to paint” or “How do I know if this is good?” are easily set aside as you explore fun exercises such as connecting dots, automatic drawing, shadow hunting, working with haiku poetry paintings and much more. So turn off the noise in your head, follow your own instincts and delight in what emerges!
• 40 exercises exploring original ideas and inventive techniques for making abstract art.
• Projects can be done in any order and with nearly any materials–start working right away on any project that grabs your attention!
• 50 contemporary artists share diverse work and viewpoints on the process of working abstractly.
Write your own artistic license and start Creating Abstract Artyour way, today!
ASIN : B0108VCPLC
Publisher : North Light Books
Accessibility : Learn more
Publication date : September 3, 2014
Language : English
File size : 99.4 MB
Screen Reader : Supported
Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
X-Ray : Not Enabled
Word Wise : Enabled
Print length : 146 pages
ISBN-13 : 978-1440335464
Page Flip : Enabled
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13 reviews for Creating Abstract Art: Ideas and Inspirations for Passionate Art-Making
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Avo –
The paint is calling!
I’ve been waiting for this book! Chock full of exercises designed to get the creativity flowing and show you how to re-frame your thinking. Exactly as the title says, the book provides the artist with ideas to get you moving in your own direction, prompting you to put hand to page and START the process. It is not a how-to with step by step instructions for a finished product. It is a means of inspiration to get your personal process underway with clear illustrations of how to take the first step and inspirational works by other artists using a variety of media and techniques. Use it as an idea book when you are at a loss as to how to begin, or you think you are pressed for time but want to do something, anything, to be creative. You will not be disappointed. This is a complimentary follow up to Dean’s earlier book, Art From Intuition, another great collection of motivating ideas. I’ve used ideas from that book with all ages and I plan to do the same with Creating Abstract Art.
Rosie from Ohio –
Like Finding Lightning in a Bottle!
I am a retired psychologist who used to do clinical and educational consultations for many years in a variety of settings. After retiring, I began dabbling in photography, printmaking and painting and sought out a number of highly accomplished professional artists for instruction in these areas with the goal of developing my skills as a photographic artist. In my opinion, Dean Nimmer’s book, “Creating Abstract Art”‘, is an excellent example of an educational text which can also serve as a reference for both students and teachers of abstract art. Additionally, it can serve as a sourcebook for professional artists looking for stimulating ideas and exercises to further their creative expression. “Creating Abstract Art” is a very well-written book by a highly accomplished professional educator and owning a copy will likely prove to be of benefit to almost every student, teacher, and artist willing to consider the ideas and complete the exercises it contains.DISCLAIMER: I have been a student in Professor Nimmer’s painting courses for the past year and a few samples of my work appear in this book. I am delighted to see that Professor Nimmer has decided to share his expertise in the form of a book which is available to students and artists around the world.
Charlotte Richards –
You will be excited to learn a lot from this …
You will be excited to learn a lot from this book. You will be able to study the illustrations and different paintings as the author gives directions on making abstract art
Amazon Customer –
and ways to think about making an abstract work which was challenging and great fun. Creating Abstract Art
I recently attended Dean Nimmer’s workshop based upon this book. I had never created abstract art and It was fascinating! We explored the essence of what abstract art is, and ways to think about making an abstract work which was challenging and great fun. Creating Abstract Art: Ideas & Inspiration for Passionate Art Making, is a very positive and informative discussion. I highly recommend it for anyone who is interested in exploring the wild world of abstract art.
Hubies Brother –
Disappointing
I waited eagerly for this book to be published, as there is so little worthwhile information about creating abstract art. Sorry to say it’s a disappointment. Just a picture book of finished artworks, some of it pretty good, much of it less than impressive. Lots of philosophy and not nearly enough how-to-do-it. I know the author has strong credentials as an artist and teacher, but this book doesn’t reflect that level of quality.
Chris Nelson –
Great book for anyone interested in Abstract Art!
A wonderful book filled with straightforward ideas on how to create abstract art suitable for all skill levels. As a practicing artist, this book got me excited to just have fun and make some art without over thinking every detail. I could see this book not only being useful in the classroom, but for anyone who wants to approach making both two and three dimensional abstract art. With a wide range of suggested projects and full of colorful pictures as examples, this book is a pleasure to read and look at.
foxburr –
Foolproof Starts…
This is a terrific book for getting off the blank canvas or the empty white page. Authored by a lifelong artist-teacher, illustrated with profuse images, the exercises offer logical, practical, and aesthetic support. Never made art before? You will with this kind of excellent, encouraging assistance and partial demonstration — although it demands your imagination to step up to the easel. Fear making art no more — help is at hand here!
Terry L. –
Creating Abstract Art
This is a good book on abstract art. I is nice to study another artist’s creative process. Great book.
Art Clique –
Well written and illustrated book
Arati –
This is the best best best book ever.many thanks Dean
Amazon Customer –
Never tried abstract painting before, usually people or landscapes. During lockdown I needed a bit of inspiration and this book is PERFECT! Simply laid out, you can pick any chapter and go! There is no right or wrong way. Give your imagination full reign! Highly recommended!!
Angelique –
Das Buch ist super, es bietet tolle Anregungen zum kreativ werden. Allerdings stinkt das Buch selbst jetzt 5 Monate nach dem Kauf immernoch säuerlich und muffig. Amazon sollte die Lagerung der Bücher überdenken.
Migry –
libère le geste pictural