Friday, April 28, 2017

Abstract Acrylics

Lately I've felt in a rut with my art and a little stuck only painting animals and then I realized that I can branch out however I would like to. So I have entered an abstract art phase, where I am free to just follow colors and shapes and experiment.
With these four paintings, I wanted to use a limited color palette: Phthalo Turquoise, Nickel Azo Yellow, Transparent Red Iron Oxide, plus Titanium White.
And I wanted to paint a series of four, working with big brushes and a palette knife.
All similar yet each distinct. I painted over old canvases, which already had texture on them making the paintings even more interesting to me.
Right now I'm working on a new abstract painting that has a lot of texture I created with molding paste and stencils. I'll post it as soon as I finish it.

It's been a while since I posted to Paint Party Friday and I'm looking forward to seeing everyone's awesome art. Head on over to check it out!

❧ Silke
Posted by Silke Powers at 4:44 AM
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10 comments:

  1. SusanApril 28, 2017 at 7:49 AM

    Love the limited palette and yet each makes a vibrant statement. Happy PPF

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  2. Valerie-JaelApril 28, 2017 at 9:00 AM

    Wonderful art! Happy PPF, Hugs, Valerie

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  3. ViolaApril 28, 2017 at 4:51 PM

    Sounds great. Yes I too find it quite interesting to paint abstract.
    Your paintings give a lovely feeling and warmth. I love your colors!

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  4. DVArtistApril 28, 2017 at 5:02 PM

    I saw this on FB and fell in love with it. The yellow is what pulls me into it.

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  5. Kay G.April 28, 2017 at 7:40 PM

    I like your abstracts! Great colors, I love them.xx

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  6. GigglesApril 29, 2017 at 1:34 AM

    Beautiful abstract series... very cohesive!! Great shapes and texture!! You have an amazing way with colour too!!

    Hugs Giggles

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  7. Jennifer RoseApril 29, 2017 at 7:50 PM

    the limited colours work really well together :) sort of reminds me of abandoned houses at s swamp :)

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  8. Tammie LeeApril 29, 2017 at 10:23 PM

    These are quite beautiful Silke.

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  9. Šolanje na domu-WaldorfApril 30, 2017 at 11:48 AM

    Wonderful! I see cityscape and its reflection in the water. :)

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  10. NordljusMay 2, 2017 at 9:19 AM

    They look wonderful! I love painting over old pieces that don't speak to me anymore, and incorporate their textures into new ones. A very satisfying way of recycling :)

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