Abstract art, non-figurative art, non-objective art, and non-representational art are all closely related terms.Abstract art is art that does not represent an accurate depiction of visual reality, communicating instead through lines, shapes, colors, forms and gestural marks. Abstract artists use a variety of techniques to create their work, mixing traditional means with more experimental ideas.Abstract art is preferred over representational art among individuals who enjoy novelty, ambiguity, and dissonance and are particularly sensation seeking, open minded, field-independent thinkers, and are particularly low in desire for simple order.Artist may prefer abstract art because it is free from every rule and it only represents the creativity and emotions of that artist. Naturally, the art composition will unfold itself, and the shapes will take form and become interesting in and of themselves, without even referencing to the original matter.Many buyers are looking for paintings that are large, unique, colorful, or just black and white.
It could be the harmony of the colours, shapes or other elements in the artwork that caught your attention. A good quality abstract art would project complete harmony and balance in the overall elements of the artwork. Even if you are not familiar with art techniques, you would feel it.Rather than trying to figure out what the painting looks like, just allow yourself to be taken in by the painting. See what emotions, sensations or memories emerge. Let your eyes relax and travel around the piece without expectation. Examine the colors, forms, materials, surface, and how they interact with each other.