Search Press Abstracts and Mixed Media by Helen Kaminsky

Explore abstract art with a mix of media and methods, under the guidance of expert artist Helen Kaminsky. This comprehensive book looks at abstraction's meaning, how it appeals to artists and viewers alike, and its technical components. Helen examines inspiration sources in addition to the creative process, which translates concepts into forms, colours, and shapes. These can include natural formations like rock layers or flowing water, as well as items that have been discovered and observed. Though the underlying form is always evident in some of Helen's illustrations, sometimes noticeably so as thoughts depart from the original vision in others, it is less representational. But she always takes care to clarify how she thinks, how she works, and how creative processes like composition, mark-making, and sequencing of work function. Even if Helen effectively prepares you to do so, this is very much an area where you are encouraged to think for yourself and develop your own ways. There are lots of examples, exercises, and demonstrations. Book Paperback 176 pages Colour throughout