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Studio thoughts and feelings..
Modern Abstract Art: Why You Don’t Have to “Get It” to Love It
What is modern abstract art?
Abstract art first appeared in the early 20th century, with artists like Kandinsky and Mondrian paving the way. But contemporary abstract art has evolved far beyond those early days.
Today’s abstract artists experiment with:
Unusual materials like recycled paper, digital tools, or found objects.
Innovative abstract painting techniques such as pouring, layering, or collage.
Personal and social themes—modern abstract paintings often tell stories about identity, culture, or community.
In other words, modern abstract painting styles aren’t just about shapes and colours—they’re about expression.
5 tips when choosing your colour palette for your artwork
DO YOU STRUGGLE WITH CHOOSING COLOURS FOR YOUR WORK? OR JUST WANT TO HAVE A NOSE AT HOW I PICK MY COLOURS, THIS IS THE RIGHT PLACE.
COLOUR CAN BE OVERWHELMING, AND BELIEVE ME I HAVE BEEN THERE.
THERE ARE SO MANY RULES, TONES, HUES, TINTS, SHADES.. I COULD GO ON BUT I WON’T. WHAT I WILL SAY IS FOR SCRAP THE RULES, THE WORRY AND THE FEAR AND GET MIXING INSTEAD.
5 books every artist should read
My top 5 favourite creative books to read that I think every artist should read. Big magic is all about imagination and where ideas come from. The creative habit is all about finding your routine and sticking to it to make the work. The artist way is a spiritual journey with helpful tools to make your work better. Art Inc is an all knowing reference book filled with inspirational pages.
HOW TO PHOTOGRAPH YOUR ARTWORK
a few tips & tricks to help guide you from instagram shots to product photographs for your website. Disclaimer, although I took photography at college I am not a professional, I am only talking through my experience!
a guide on framing artwork
So you have finally found that piece of artwork that makes your heart sing - yay! Now you have to find the perfect frame, but there are so many choices it can be overwhelming!
what MY COLLECTORS are saying..
“My beautiful painting “By the frozen lake” arrived today. It’s truly beautiful Emma, I love it. Thank you so much!
— LILY GLOVER
“My daughter opened her present early - she couldn’t wait. It was a huge hit, her text today: THIS IS GORGEOUS!”