Delve into Gestural Abstract Painting
WHAT IS GESTURAL ABSTRACT ART?
Gestural abstract art, often associated with Abstract Expressionism, is a style of painting where the process of making the artwork takes center stage. Imagine an artist not carefully planning out every line and shape, but instead using their brushes, hands, fingers, and even the movement of their whole body to splash, dribble, smear, or throw paint onto the canvas.
Think of it like a dance, where each movement is spontaneous and full of energy. The artist doesn't just use their wrist; they use broad, sweeping motions that come from their shoulder or even their hips, engaging with the canvas in a very physical way. They might not even touch the brush to the canvas, allowing the paint to fly through the air and land where it may.
