#Abstract Expressionism Techniques Explained

Most abstract painters blame colour when their work feels flat. But colour isn’t the problem — value is. Our eyes see value before colour. Without strong lights and darks, your painting has nothing to pull the viewer in. Everything just sits there. This is the #1 thing I correct during live feedback in Living Abstracts. The colour choices are often beautiful — but the value range is too narrow. Everything lives in the midtones. And I get it. Pushing bold darks and strong lights is scary. It means committing. But staying safe in the midtones is exactly what makes a painting less interesting. I just posted a full YouTube video where I break this down while painting — showing you exactly what happens when you push your values. Comment YouTube and I’ll DM you the link to my channel. 🎁 Want a head start? Grab my free Clarity Kit — it includes the Clarity Checklist (6 things to check before calling a painting done) + a 3-part video workshop on value, variety, and colour. Comment Clarity for the link!

Not sure how to start your abstract? I know that feeling. You’re standing there thinking what if I mess it up what if I make the wrong move So you don’t start at all. Let’s make it simpler. Pick up some charcoal and just start making marks No plan No trying to make it look like anything Just let your hand move scribble, draw, make lines, circles, whatever comes out Like you’re not even thinking about it just letting it happen You’re not trying to create a finished piece here you’re just getting started getting out of your head and into your hand Because there’s no wrong move at this stage only movement or no movement And movement is what gets you unstuck. How do you like to start a canvas?

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Quick Inspo Video! Elements of an abstract painting: Hi Everyone! Here are some tips on how you can add different techniques to your abstract paintings and WHY 😉 Brush coverage: Get your base coverage on and don’t waste any paint by simply mixing color direct to canvas. Scraper Layers: Using the scraper can produce some hard areas on top of your brushed on layers. You’ll get some angles and can create attention grabbing LINE in your work. Collage: Get the deli wrap paper (cheap and cheerful!) and pull some prints. Collage is an easy way to anchor a composition. Stencils: Add a pattern (I like to sometimes hide pattern in a small area of the piece- less is more) and if you use heavy body paint, you can make it textural too! Got any questions? ASK ME! 🩷 PS- I just put up an amazing collection of old workshop footage- 20 hours of video, about 20 paintings, and all for $59. I’m calling it “Self-Guided Classics” and if you are a fan of my early work, you can grab this group of workshops and paint until…like a really long time. Classes from 2010-2016 are LOADED with techniques. Check out the class samples and get into the workshop by following my profile to my links. Of course, my new workshops are also available. 😉

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Nick Bultman is an Arizona-based self‑taught abstract artist who creates vibrant, high-energy acrylic and resin paintings on wood or canvas that fuse digital aesthetics with organic forms. His signature "velocity painting" technique captures dynamic motion and contrast—merging symmetry, neon-like highlights, shadow, metallic accents, and glossy resin coatings to evoke futuristic, otherworldly landscapes. Artist: @nbultman_art #art #abstract #contemporaryart

One of the most important parts of abstract painting actually happens before the painting even begins. The base layer. Many artists experiment with different base colors and textures because it completely changes how the rest of the painting evolves. A darker base can create depth and drama. A lighter base can make colors glow and feel more open. Sometimes I even add texture in the base layer so that the following layers interact with it in unexpected ways. That’s the beauty of abstract art — every layer influences the next. This painting started with a textured base that helped guide the composition and create the movement you see now. abstract painting process abstract art techniques textured abstract painting mixed media art process abstract painting layers contemporary abstract art #abstractart #abstractpainting #artprocess #mixedmediaart #artiststudio

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Starting an abstract painting with bold dark marks and blocks of color creates a strong foundation. This actually simplifies the ‘messy middle’ stage. It’s all about creating balance from the get-go, making the entire process more effortless and enjoyable. ➡️ Follow me to see the full transformation of this painting. ➡️Want more painting technique advise? Be sure to subscribe to my art emails located here in my bio for tips , guides and upcoming online workshops. #artistoninstagram #abstractfloral #abstractartistoninstagram #paintingprocess #markmakingart #contemporaryart #artforthehome #artistworkshop

"Pure Color, Pure Energy" 🔥 When acrylic becomes liquid fire—@leo.shallat creates this bold abstract composition that practically radiates heat and movement off the paper. Look at those incredible flowing forms that seem to dance between flame and flower, rendered in the most luminous oranges and reds. This is contemporary abstract painting at its most confident and expressive. The way those warm hues blend and transition, creating both depth and dynamism, the gestural brushwork that captures pure energy in motion—this isn't just color application, it's emotional architecture built from pigment and passion. There's something thrilling about art that operates in the realm of pure feeling, that translates sensation directly into visual language. When painting becomes a direct line from artist's emotion to viewer's heart. Acrylic energy that sets the canvas ablaze. ✨ Artist: @leo.shallat #acrylicpainting #abstractart #contemporaryart #boldcolor #abstractexpressionism #fluidart #energeticart #warmcolors #gestural #modernart #expressiveart #dynamicart #paintingprocess #artisticexpression #vibrantart