My Colourful Abstract Paintings Collection for 2023
At the start of 2023, I set myself a target to create a collection of original, colourful abstract paintings. I set a goal to produce 40 abstract oil paintings and at least 6 large-scale abstract acrylics.
When I think of large colourful abstract wall art, I imagine big and bold pieces. For me, that means paintings around 1.6 x 2.1 metres (or 5.25 x 7 ft) and up.
I’ve found over the years that this grand canvas size really lets me immerse viewers in oceans of colour and texture.
Trust me, standing before a radiant 7-foot painting is a completely different experience than viewing a small composition!
The scale alone adds impact.
Now, I could certainly go even bigger with my colourful abstract canvas art pieces. But I’m limited by the confines of my studio space. Plus, finding storage for oversized paintings can be tricky!
So for now, I stick to my signature large format of about 5x7ft. This gives me ample room to sweep and splatter paint with abandon, while still being manageable to transport and hang.
As an artist, I find original colourful abstract art so uplifting. There’s something magical about how colour, texture and form come together in these one-of-a-kind wall art pieces.
I love playing with vibrant hues and bold textures to create colourful abstract canvas art.
Over the last 12 months, I’ve experimented with various styles and formats of colourful abstract wall art. Some pieces use primary colours in eye-catching ways. Others have more subdued palettes.
Painting these original abstract bright colour paintings has been an adventure. At times, a piece seems to flow effortlessly from imagination to canvas.
Other times, it’s more of a struggle to bring an inner vision to life in abstract art with bright colours.
I work intuitively, responding to the paint textures and colours. The acrylics dry rapidly, allowing me to layer and modify as I go. The luscious oils let me blend thinned washes into luminous glazes.
Overall, I’m thrilled to have completed this colourful abstract series. The oils will take approximately 12 months to fully cure and dry before being finished with a protective varnish.
I can’t wait to have this collection of colourful abstract paintings completed and ready to share!
In this post, you’ll learn about my painting journey and see some examples of these recent abstract paintings. I hope this provides an insight into my world of abstract art with bright colours.
Abstract Paintings Examples
Throughout this post, I’ve included some snapshots of my recent abstract oil paintings and abstract acrylic paintings – just to give you a taste of my style!
I hope these images give you an idea of the diversity of abstract art I create using both mediums.
See a painting you like? Want to know if an original might be available? Drop me a line! I’m always happy to chat about purchasing my artwork.
Don’t be shy – just shoot me a quick email. Let me know which piece caught your eye and I can provide more info and pricing. Acquiring my one-of-a-kind paintings is super straightforward.
So go ahead – reach out if one of these abstract acrylic paintings or abstract oil paintings (or any artwork on my site) resonates with you! I look forward to your email.
You can check out these pages for available abstract paintings for sale:
A Bit About Me
I won’t bore you with a lengthy bio – let’s just say I’m an abstract artist who loves creating colourful non-representational paintings full of expression.
If you want to learn more about my background and artistic journey, head over to my About page. I spill all the details there!
I’ve also written several posts that dive deeper into different abstract art styles and concepts:
- What is Abstract Art: An overview of this genre and what makes it unique.
- Exploring The Amazing Non-representational Art: Looking at art that doesn’t depict recognisable objects.
- Beyond the Canvas: The Layers of Abstract Art Meaning
Please feel free to drop me a line if you have any other questions! I’m always happy to chat more about abstract art.
I love hearing people’s thoughts and feedback. And I’m excited to keep this conversation going on the meaning and magic behind abstract creations!
Oil vs. Acrylic Paints
I use both oil and acrylic paints to create my colourful abstract paintings. Each medium has distinctive strengths that allow me to produce vibrant, textured abstract art.
This is an interesting article that explains the differences between oil and acrylic paints – The 5 Differences between Acrylics vs Oil paints.
The mesmerising beauty of oil paints
For me, no paint rivals oil in terms of luminosity, blend-ability and workability. The high pigment load allows for deep, layered hues that bring colourful abstract wall art to life.
Oils are perfect for building up complex textures and effects. I can glaze transparent washes over underpaintings to produce radiant colours with depth.
Using oils, I can adjust and refine a colourful abstract canvas art piece over many days until it perfectly captures my vision.
The flexible oil paint film means I can work on large-scale canvas up to 7 feet for striking large colourful abstract wall art.
Oils really shine in my collection of abstract bright colour paintings.
I use various oil mediums to produce thicker more tactile oil paint. This allows me to create almost sculptural textures in my abstract art.
Of course, oils do take longer to dry and require more care when handling and cleaning. But for me, the unparalleled richness and workability outweigh any disadvantages.
When I want to create dramatic, dimensional colourful abstract art, I reach for the oils.
If you want to learn more about the beauty of oil paints, have a look at this article – Why We Love Oil Paintings (and You Should Too!).
Acrylics – vibrant, versatile and quick
While oils will always be my first love, acrylics have proven to be a fun, flexible medium for creating bright colourful abstract paintings.
The rapid drying time allows me to work briskly and build up layers of vibrant colour quickly. I can progress from an initial underpainting to a finished piece in just a few sessions.
Acrylics tend to produce a flatter, harder-edged look than oils. While this can be a disadvantage when blending, it gives my abstract art a bold, graphic appeal.
Here’s an interesting article about acrylic paints: 5 Reasons Why You Should Try Painting with Acrylics Instead of Oils.
I also appreciate acrylics’ suitability for mixed media techniques. I can paint on almost any surface, allowing me to incorporate diverse textures. The fast drying means I can rapidly try new ideas and make changes.
For my large colourful abstract series, acrylics provided a nice contrast to the rich oil paintings. They captured the energy and spontaneity I wanted in selected pieces.
The 6 large abstract acrylic paintings I created were mainly in black and white.
Black and white abstract paintings
There is something so special about black and white abstract paintings. As a matter of fact, black and white are among my favourite colours.
Funny enough, in the countless paintings I’ve created over the years, almost all of them include at least some black or white. You might be surprised to hear that I don’t see black and white as just two plain colours.
There’s warm black – the kind with subtle red undertones. And there’s cool black – the kind with blue undertones. The same goes for white. You have your warm whites and your cool whites. The undertones really affect the overall feeling of the artwork.
Here’s another interesting thing about black and white. Even though we label them as singular colours, they actually contain many different hues and tones within them.
If you look closely, you’ll see the different shades that make up black – some warmer, some cooler. And white has its own range of tints and tones as well.
So black and white are not just two standalone colours. They really open up a whole world of subtle variations to play with in my abstract pieces. That’s part of what makes them so fun to experiment with. The possibilities are endless!
Over the past several months, I’ve created a small collection of black and white abstract paintings using oil and acrylic paints.
I’ve written another blog post about Add Striking Black and White Abstract Art in Your Living Room, dedicated to black and white art.
I’m planning to create more black and white abstract paintings over the next few months. If you like black and white abstract art, please drop me a line. I’m interested to hear what attracts you to it.
(I’ve written a detailed blog about my favourite colours in this blog post: What Does Your Favourite Colour Say About You).
Original Art vs. Prints
While quality reproductions make art more accessible, they simply cannot compare to the experience of viewing a one-of-a-kind original colourful abstract painting.
My abstract art pieces are extensions of my inner world. Each work is infused with the emotions I felt while painting.
The textures and brushstrokes reflect the dynamic creative process. Subtleties of colour and form evoke my mental state as I experimented with shapes, layers and compositions.
Prints may reproduce the image, but they cannot capture the energy within these bright colourful abstract paintings. The tactile paint textures, visible drips, brushstrokes and uneven canvas edges all contribute to the unique essence of the original.
When you stand before an original abstract painting, you connect directly to the artist’s psyche. My handcrafted colourful abstract canvas art has an organic, living quality that machine-made prints lack.
I often get absorbed in the painting flow, responding intuitively to colours and textures. Those spontaneous, unplanned effects make each large colourful abstract wall art unique.
Collectors tell me that viewing my work in person is profoundly different than seeing it as a print. The colours are more vibrant and the brushwork more tangible.
The scale and presence of the large canvases impact you viscerally.
In short, prints provide access to the image of artwork, but not the full experience. To truly appreciate the dynamism of my colourful abstract paintings, there is no substitute for the original creation.
Here’s an interesting article about The Difference Between Prints and Original Works of Art.
The Joys and Challenges of Abstract Painting
For me, the most rewarding part of creating abstract art is the sheer freedom of it. I love that I’m not bound to depicting reality – I can dive fully into imaginary worlds translated into colours, shapes and textures.
It’s incredibly liberating to follow my intuition and inner vision without worrying about traditional techniques like perspective or proportion. I just let the paint and brushes guide me.
I especially enjoy those magical “aha” moments mid-painting when a new direction reveals itself. A random drip or splash of colour sparks a whole new composition I never planned. I thrive off that spontaneity and unpredictability.
That said, abstract art certainly has its challenges too!
Sometimes I start a piece with a clear idea in mind but struggle to translate that to the canvas. The colours don’t pop quite like I imagined or the textures don’t blend smoothly.
Other times, I become almost paralysed by the freedom, not knowing where to start without a concrete scene or image planned out.
The infinite possibilities can be daunting.
I also occasionally find myself overworking a piece in an effort to over-perfect it. Learning when a painting is truly complete and when to just call it done is an ongoing journey.
But ultimately, as much frustration as I sometimes feel, it pales in comparison to the rush of creative energy and excitement I get from the process.
The challenges just push me to take risks, play and continue growing as an abstract artist.
Check out this blog post about Creativity Challenges in the Modern World for more information.
Own My Abstract Original Paintings
I’m often asked if my colourful abstract paintings are available for purchase. The short answer is yes!
Once this new 2023 collection of abstract paintings is finished curing in 12 months, it will be listed for sale.
So if you resonate with the emotions embodied in my colourful abstract art, don’t hesitate to enquire about purchasing an original work!
Bring home a one-of-a-kind creation full of texture, vibrancy and imagination.
Final Thoughts on My Colourful Abstract Paintings
As I reflect on the last 12 months spent creating over 40 original abstract oil paintings and 6 large abstract acrylic paintings, I’m filled with pride and excitement.
This collection of colourful abstract art challenged me to explore new directions. Each piece allowed me to play with colour, texture and form in unique ways.
Now I look forward to the day when the oils have fully cured and these bright colourful abstract paintings are complete.
I can’t wait to see the finished body of these abstract paintings come to life on the walls of collectors.
As an artist, I find the process of creating these colourful abstract paintings so fulfilling. And knowing my abstract originals may inspire emotions within you brings me great joy.
Thank you for joining me on this creative adventure!
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