Are you a beginner artist eager to explore the world of abstract painting?
In this comprehensive guide, weve gathered 50+ easy abstractpainting ideasthat are perfect for beginners.
Get ready to unleash your creativity!
In the mood to paint your next abstract masterpiece?
The 50+ abstract painting ideas below will fill you full of abstracted awesomeness and inspiration!
From blank canvas t, pciking your color palette, to carving out your focal point and more.
Learn easy and aesthetic abstract marks using the free cheatsheet.
You’ll also learn how to make those infamous cells with the simple additive of silicon oii.
Easy Abstract Designs you’re free to Do!
Learn these 5 easy abstract designs that you’ve got the option to make with watercolor paints.
Use them as backgrounds for your abstract pieces with mixed media or as paintings on their own.
Kristina will walk you through each design.
Jessi will show you how simple brushstrokes in different colors can make an entire art piece for your home.
Then grab different mediums like latex paint, plaster of Paris and inks to create the abstract design.
Intuitive Abstract Painting With Intricate Designs
Intuitive styled abstract painting is a stress-free and enjoyable art form.
Essentially you let the piece transform with each layer without an end look in mind.
Mediums to create a 3D effect, metallic sheen, cracked/aged look, and more.
Learn more about what it’s possible for you to do withacrylic mediums in this blog post.
Using resin in your abstract artwork can make for some very dramatic and high quality looking pieces.
Head on over to this in-depth beginners guide and make your own gorgeous resin painting.
Check out this great tutorial for ideas, tips and strategies.
The end result is an abstraction of a beautiful sunset.
Gold leaf will add a vibe of glamour and lavishness that’s effortless.
Learn how to apply gold leaf to your canvas and layer it with creamy and yummy acrylic paints.
Then try this ingenious idea of painting bright and vibrant colors on glass!
She’ll show you all the colors she uses for this painting and tip & tricks on mark making.
Check out this tutorial to learn 3 technqiues to abstract a simple heart shape.
Beautiful Abstract Art- Beginner Tutorial
Looking for a simple color palette for your next abstract painting?
This video tutorial will show you how to make ths beautiful canvas art with black and white paints.
Which is where I hang it in my house.
The background is painted with different shades of grey in a painterly style.
I also used a spray water bottle to create some drip marks.
Use lots of white paint and neutrals tones like Sydne did for her living room.
If you’re looking to make a collection of prints this modern abstract painting idea is a sure win!
Make DIY Polka Dot Canvas Paintings
Looking for simple ideas for your next abstract?
Why not make a dot styled painting with intricate patterns!
Check out this in-depth tutorial by Burlap and Blue to learn how.
Fluid Painting: A Tutorial
Learn the basics of fluid painting in this step by step tutorial.
From supplies and materials to technique and tips.
Then head over to Tanya’s tutorial to learn how she created this lovely piece for her living room.
This abstract painting technique uses simple masking tape (or painter’s tape) to create modern geometric shapes.
This painting was made for my beautiful mother who loves tranquility and buddha.
I collaged the buddha and om design on my canvas using matte medium then painted with acrylics overtop.
Soothing Abstract Acrylic Painting Video Tutorial
Do you learn best with video tutorials?
Head over to Suraj’s awesome video to learn his techniques.
I was motivated to create my first palette knife painting after watching his vids.
Head over to this tutorial to learn the basics on how to create an abstract watercolor piece.
Gouache Floral Abstract Painting
Gouache paint is a great medium to create any abstract with.
Gouache paint is essentially a perfect combination between watercolor and acrylic paints.
It’s thin and flows like watercolors, with the opaqueness of acrylics.
It also dries completely matte, which is a unique quality of gouache paints.
The end result is creamy, smooth, streak-free paint program that looks almost digital.
There' ssciencethat backs that up too!
Like this beautiful piece by Carly Wigger.
Abstract Background with Spiritual Meaning
First let loose and paint matching abstract backgrounds on small square canvases.
Then write some meaningful words overtop, with the art of lettering.
If you follow a faith it’s possible for you to even write some religious/spiritual sayings.
Faiza Ashraf, the talented artists behind these creations, hand lettered some meaningful words in Arabic.
The words from left to right: Iman- Faith, Sabr - Patience, Hubb- Love, Shukr- Gratitude.
You’ll also learn how to make an aesthetically pleasing abstract painting by learning how to proportion your canvas.
Check the tips in this post to learn how you might create your own palette knife abstract painting.
Tracie will also show you some tips on choosing complimentary colors that look good together.
My favorite places are the forest and the night sky, so I married the two in 1 painting.
Then you’ll learn how to paint an abstracted version of a horse with only black and white paints.
Then this textured abstracted wreathe on canvas is a joyous idea!
Watch this detailed video to learn how to use painters tape and other techniques to create this stunner.
Learn texture, glazing, etching, palette knife techniques and more.
Here are some morewall painting ideasfor inspiration.