#abstract artwork

[rayjeremiah]

©️ 2024 Jeremiah Ray

[jefkphotography]

An abstract artwork in black and white.

An abstract painting in black and white.

[permanenthaunt]

Yellow Boxes

[teravarna0]

Importance of Abstract Artwork in Modern Art

The origin of abstract artworks has changed the way we look at modern art in general. It was a significant shift from the traditional painting styles and allowed the artists to go beyond the references to real-world objects. Depending on the choice of artists, abstract paintings can be quite simplified or filled with complex shapes and patterns, pulling your attention to the composition. 

It has been almost 100 years since abstract art came into existence. Not to mention, it was quite a radical transformation at the time of its origin. However, despite being around us for so long, many artists as well as art collectors and lovers still don’t feel comfortable exploring this unique form of art. Many people do not understand its significance and how it has revolutionized our perception and ways of perceiving artworks. In this blog, we will explore some unique reasons that would help establish the importance of abstraction in present times. 

Creating Abstract Artwork Offers the Freedom to Explore

Since this art style steers away from the traditional style of creating fine art paintings, it also offers more room for artists to explore. It is an independent style of art that doesn’t rely on illustrations or representations from the real world. Hence it frees artists to explore the depths of their own thoughts, creativity, and perception of art with these paintings. 

Elevates the Burden of Accuracy and Realism

Artists often feel scared of taking up difficult compositions out of fear that they may not be able to depict them accurately. There is always a looming fear of doing justice to the subject that they want to depict. However, with abstract artworks, this fear can take a backseat. It puts them at ease because they do not have to worry about the accuracy of the depiction. An artist can always create abstract paintings with unintended inspiration and no worries about accurate depiction. 

An abstract painter might look at a room full of people and decide to paint it only with geometric shapes and patterns. Instead of using accurate proportions to draw human figures, they might choose to only paint their silhouettes or just create random patterns in different colors to express what the room makes them feel. 

It Encourages Viewers’ Involvement

Unlike other schools of art, you cannot take a glance at an abstract painting and tell what it is about. To truly interpret the painting, you will have to observe the composition and study the nuances of its colors and shapes. It compels you to engage with the work. You will have to spend time with the painting and then look within yourself to decide how it makes you feel. Depending on your emotions, mood, and feelings, you can interpret it however you feel it best.

What makes it even more beautiful is the fact that abstract art is always open to interpretation by the viewers. A painting that may make you feel gloomy might be inspiring for someone else. Every individual is free to interpret an abstract composition as they wish and none of it is ever wrong. The open-ended nature of these paintings has made them an interesting choice among viewers and modern art collectors. 

It is not a Hall Pass to Skip Technicalities

If you think abstract art is your free ticket to creating artwork without any basic knowledge of art, you couldn’t be more wrong. While it may seem like a random canvas of colors and patterns it is not. If you look at any famous abstract art of old masters, you will realize that they are well-thought-out art pieces. Just because they had the freedom to explore, they didn’t forgo basic rules like the color theory, balancing of the composition, and other minute details. They were just smart enough to camouflage these rules under the cloak of abstraction and wilderness. 

Abstract Art is a Legitimate Form of Art

If you are still worried about the legitimacy of an abstract artwork, wondering if it truly is art or not, you can now set that worry aside. Abstract art is a perfectly legitimate piece of art and it was established years ago after different abstract art movements emerged and taught people why they are relevant. 

To elaborate on this point further, think about what art truly means to you, or anyone else for that matter. Most people call it a means of expression and an outlet for freedom. Since it is a mode to freely express then how can we limit it to real-world objects or anyone’s idea of what art is? The core of art lies in its adaptability, flexibility, and creativity and it can vary for every individual artist. 

Abstract Artworks Are Changing The Perception of Modern Art

With the adaptive and dynamic nature of abstraction, it is slowly gaining popularity among art collectors. Even though many people still do not understand it, it is now gaining the recognition it truly deserves. With efforts from different art galleries like TERAVARNA, which often organizes abstract art competitions and different exhibitions, people have started embracing it with open-heartedness. If you have come this far, I hope the blog might have helped you change your perception of abstract art and help you understand why it is so important.

[unsettlinglasagne]

This peice was actually requested by someone on Amino as a background for their character. I had lots of fun making it, I love anything back red and white!

[chemicalcandy]

drawn with paint pens 2.7.24

[ladyjuliapearle]

GRUNGY

For inktober day 16 it showed the word 'Grungy'.

When I looked up the meaning for grungy it mostly said dirty. And what's better than dirty abstract art?

Can you spot all the words and drawings within the lines?

[fredy-holzer]

[habatour20]

Modern abstract geometric digital pattern design 17

Wall Tapestry

[constructbreakdown]

[acrylicalchemy]

Check out my geometric works from "The Up-Side Of Down" and my newer collection, "Inside The Outside."

[rayjeremiah]

Untitled ©️ 2023 Jeremiah Ray

[jefkphotography]

A black and white photo of a part of an abstract painting.

I don't know who made this painting.

[permanenthaunt]

Going

[lila23jz7]

Mystic by Lila Anne

[thescorpionmonarchartwork]

Marker art. Abstract eye drawing. I am fascinated by eyes.