Blue and red. They are two primary, powerful colors. When used together, they provide a bold distinction that results in a stunning effect. The combination is one that…
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New at OEN Shop – Abstract Artworks by Artist Maura Segal
I find it interesting that as this project evolves I find myself becoming more concerned about highlighting techniques that otherwise might be concealed. Sometimes it’s difficult to appreciate…
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In Between Lines & Shapes – Abstract Art by Maura Segal
It may be controversial to say, but I think in many ways we can thank industrial design for an overall reduction in design. Creating repeatable shapes and making…
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Imaginary Landscapes – Tapis by French Designer Guillaume Delvigne
French designer Guillaume Delvigne has always liked the idea of moving away from reality and trying to incorporate this in functional design. He is inspired by everything interesting,…
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Movement & Texture – A Selection of Abstract Art by Ninos Studio
Nature is so alive with colour, form and texture, it cannot help but inspire us. Artists Johnny and Ashleigh Ninos from Ninos Studio are particularly inspired by movement…
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Masking the Landscape – Abstract Artwork by Sam Smyth
Slotting shape and implementing colour in a harmonious manner shares so many similarities with all the other art forms. If broken down, craft, for example, is essentially shape…
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Everyday Abstracted – Paintings by Dutch Artist Jordy van den Nieuwendijk
There’s something about mixing not just the type of media used but also different creative professions, such as illustration and graphic design. It certainly makes for a unique…
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Exploring Familiarity – Abstract Art by Michael Wall
There’s definitely still a space open for experimentation with materials that have potential but are not fully utilised. I suppose we can link all crafts to this kind…
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The Process of an Artist – Inside the Studio of Scottish Painter Callum Innes
Callum Innes is a Scottish abstract artist who removes the paint before it dries, washing away or “unpainting” the canvas to reveal varied textures that make each piece unique.
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Abstract Morphing Shapes – A Selection of Artworks by Sepideh Ilsley
Sepideh Ilsey, an Iranian artist currently based in Perth, Australia starts out with a number of digital sketches before later transferring these on to linen with paint using brush techniques.
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Playful Movement – A Selection of Abstract Art by American Creative Matt Connors
New York-based artist Matt Connors’ has been able to keep his child-like powers, producing these abstract artworks that have a strong focus on colour and shape and rely heavily on brush technique.
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Hard Edged Forms – Selected Drawings by American Artist Anne Truitt
Washington based artist Anne Truitt was a very special talent and used drawing as part of her daily ritual, applying a variety of techniques on paper using graphite, ink, pastel, and acrylic.
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