Abstract Painting and Abstraction

Abstract Painting and Abstraction can be a daunting and frustrating genre of art. How should you approach a surface? How can you use colour effectively? How can you make better, more expressive paintings? This inspiring book answers these questions and many more.

By looking at his own work, Emyr Williams covers the practical issues of abstract art before explaining techniques to develop your own personal style and approach. He emphasises the relationship of colour to surface and the importance of seeking a profound connection with your art.

Learn about the difference between abstract and abstraction. See how an artist has developed expressive art in many different ways. Maximise your studio effectiveness and manage your time better. Discover how colour can be approached more effectively. Learn about other possibilities for making abstract art—such as the role of technology. Be more demanding of your painting and make better abstract paintings.

Author: Emyr Williams has been making abstract paintings for over thirty years and has explored a wide range of approaches in this time. He has exhibited across the world and teaches widely, including running courses on abstract painting at The Royal Academy, London. He regularly contributes to the art press, including Abstract Critical, Abcrit and the Royal Academy magazine.

Selling Points:

• An insight into abstract art with practical ideas and techniques that inspire better, more ambitious paintings.
• An inspirational book that covers the difference between abstract and abstraction; explains how you can use colour effectively; explains how you can make better, more expressive paintings and much, much more.
• Will be of great interest to artists, modernists, collectors, interior designers, galleries and students.
• Superbly illustrated with 167 colour images.
• Emyr Williams runs courses on abstract painting at The Royal Academy and has been painting for over thirty years.