Abstract

The word "abstract" is derived from the Latin words "abs" meaning away, and "trahere" meaning draw.  So abstract literally means to draw away.  It leaves aside all reference to substantial objects, being non-representational, and refers to nothing except the expression of the artist.  In leaving aside allusion to anything material, the artist is free to exploit the elements of art, that is line, shape, form, space, texture, value and colour, in their purity.  In particular, I am interested in colour and texture, and am enjoying the process of manipulating them through various techniques.

 

Abstract painting can be challenging to do, because there is nothing to base one's work on, nothing to fall back on.  It is a demanding process to rely solely on the imagination.  But when the work reaches its fulfillment, the result can be both surprising and rewarding.  It is sometimes as if the painting creates itself, and I am merely the player following the cues of the lead actor.

 

I hope you enjoy my voyage into abstract art as much as I have.