Tuesday, February 4, 2014

PAINT PARTY FRIDAY LEARNING ABSTRACT

Hi Everyone!

Another week gone by and it is time to party. Well party with paint. LOL I had time to do a bit of painting this week and I am really enjoying learning abstract art. I started doing 10 minute warm ups but 10 minutes gives me too much time to "think" so I tried 5 minute warm ups, not enough time to think. 8 minutes works for me. LOL I have prepped many sheets of Nicole's BeadBacking "NBB" to do my warm ups on.  This saves lots of money on canvas. So here are several warm up pieces and a one done on canvas. 
Thank you for joining in on my abstract journey. A big thanks to Eva and Kristin for hosting Paint Party Friday. So many talented artist from around the world join in to show what they are working on. If you want to get inspired, come see about Paint Party Friday. Maybe you will join in.
Have a great weekend everyone! 

It is stormy here today so I couldn't get good lighting on this photo. But you get the idea.


Warm ups




Nicole/Beadwright 
Honor and integrity in art, in life.
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43 comments:

  1. Helen CampbellJanuary 30, 2014 at 9:09 PM

    I like your abstracts. The middle one especially calls to me. Happy PPF!

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  2. jane coquillonJanuary 30, 2014 at 9:11 PM

    I absolutely LOVE the colours in the last two pieces, Nicole!
    HPPF!

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  3. froebelsternchenJanuary 30, 2014 at 9:15 PM

    gorgeous abstracts! Happy PPF!

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  4. Lynn CohenJanuary 30, 2014 at 10:04 PM

    Fun to see all this exciting art! Such motion and excitement it portrays!!!!

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  5. Martha from ilove2paintJanuary 30, 2014 at 10:25 PM

    Ooooo I love the abstracts! I think my favorite is the purple one!

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  6. Valerie-JaelJanuary 30, 2014 at 11:15 PM

    Beautiful work, love especially the one with the grey balls. Valerie

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  7. BrownPaperBunnyJanuary 31, 2014 at 12:36 AM

    Fantastic, love them all! Nice work.

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  8. coco.nutJanuary 31, 2014 at 12:51 AM

    great abstracts, colours in the last one are my favs :)
    happy PPF!

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  9. NettyJanuary 31, 2014 at 2:22 AM

    terrific work, loving the shapes and colours. Happy PPF, Annette x

    http://nettysartadventures.blogspot.co.uk/

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  10. dentheJanuary 31, 2014 at 4:55 AM

    It looks like you're having lots of fun! I like the different styles ...

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  11. Karla B January 31, 2014 at 5:03 AM

    Love the vibrant colors!Awesome!

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  12. GinnyJanuary 31, 2014 at 5:35 AM

    I am so excited that you are painting abstracts. I find myself leaning more and more in that direction (something that surprises me) so it is so much fun to come here and see what you have created. All are wonderful but I am really drawn to the third warm-up.

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  13. Maria MedeirosJanuary 31, 2014 at 5:41 AM

    Beautiful abstracts! I see movement and lovely textures! Wonderful!

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  14. JulieJanuary 31, 2014 at 5:42 AM

    I love all of the colors you are using! So vibrant! Great job!

    http://www.artworkbyjm.com/

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  15. GigglesJanuary 31, 2014 at 5:55 AM

    Nice prepped sheets...I always find that a fun part...never knowing where they will take you!! Happy ppf!

    Hugs Giggles

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  16. SLScheibeJanuary 31, 2014 at 6:58 AM

    Your abstracts are looking wonderful! I've tried before and just end up with a big splotchy mess so I always extra admire artists who can make something cool with abstract art. I love that red and blue combo.

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  17. Linda KunsmanJanuary 31, 2014 at 8:22 AM

    really wonderful abstracts and even though I'm pretty much into color I love the muted black and white one. Happy PPF!

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  18. Annette P.-L. January 31, 2014 at 9:27 AM

    Beautiful abstracts! Wonderful colours and textures! My favorite is the first one! Really great!

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  19. Abigail DavidsonJanuary 31, 2014 at 9:56 AM

    Your abstracts look awesome! Beautiful motion and expression. Happy PPF!

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  20. GlorV1January 31, 2014 at 10:31 AM

    Your sheets are great Nicole. Lots of different abstracts. You are really liking this type of work. It's great. Happy weekend to you.:) I wore the bracelet the other day. It is awesome.

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  21. Carola BartzJanuary 31, 2014 at 10:34 AM

    I am very intimidated by abstracts. I really like your warm-ups, they look beautiful - great colors. One day when I feel brave I might give it a try.

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  22. FayeJanuary 31, 2014 at 10:51 AM

    Fun paintings, Nicole, with so much movement. Love the colors and action.

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  23. Paper rainbowJanuary 31, 2014 at 11:11 AM

    I am loving your Abstract art experiments, such wonderful textures, have a lovely weekend.

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  24. UnknownJanuary 31, 2014 at 11:54 AM

    oh wow!!!! you did a ton of amazing paintings!!! wonderful work!!! Happy PPF!!!!

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  25. ChristineJanuary 31, 2014 at 12:07 PM

    you are so good at these!

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  26. Craftymoose CraftsJanuary 31, 2014 at 1:15 PM

    Very colorful! I think the next to last one is my favorite!

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  27. Lisabella RussoJanuary 31, 2014 at 3:01 PM

    These are wonderful! I love the colors and textures!

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  28. Irene RafaelJanuary 31, 2014 at 3:21 PM

    It is so great that you are following your journey into abstract art. The results are wonderful. xo

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  29. Gillena CoxJanuary 31, 2014 at 7:10 PM

    i luv the first, looks like the ceremonial applying of body paint of some sort

    much love...

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  30. Tam HessFebruary 1, 2014 at 10:52 AM

    So much fun! I especially like the black and white with circles piece. Love the shadows!

    Happy ppf,
    Cardmakingartists.com

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  31. Magic Love CrowFebruary 1, 2014 at 5:04 PM

    They are all so cool! I hope you aren't throwing out your warm ups!

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  32. bellefrogworksFebruary 1, 2014 at 6:07 PM

    Abstract art is a whole new world. Love the pieces you've done. People sometimes think that abstract is easier to paint - but not good abstract.

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  33. Deepa GopalFebruary 2, 2014 at 6:30 AM

    The warm ups are so good!!!
    I wasn't fond of abstracts....can't say that anymore now...I LOVE it now!
    HPPF Nicole :)

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  34. LeoviFebruary 2, 2014 at 8:56 AM

    Beautiful compositions, exquisite and beautiful colors, abstract creative!

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  35. UnknownFebruary 2, 2014 at 9:05 AM

    Very interesting and rich in colours abstracts. Lovely warming up pieces, Nicole. Thank you for sharing

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  36. Studio KaufmannFebruary 2, 2014 at 4:25 PM

    Abstracts are so hard and you are going great guns! Love these. xx

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  37. ErikaFebruary 2, 2014 at 11:54 PM

    Wonderful work, dear Nicole! I love abstract paintings too and looking forward to see more.
    Greetings from Erika

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  38. UnknownFebruary 3, 2014 at 3:09 AM

    Abstracts really intimidate me even though I know how much fun they are. Yours are great, really love the second one!

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  39. AnnabelleFebruary 3, 2014 at 10:31 AM

    I particularly partial to the black and white circular objects, gives an impression of moons. Nice abstract work Nicole.

    Annabelle xx

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  40. Cindy D.February 3, 2014 at 4:24 PM

    Wow, it's great they're all so different! Sometimes that's the hardest thing!

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  41. Terri MorseFebruary 4, 2014 at 8:22 AM

    Hi Nicole! I'm so glad you're enjoying abstract. I always feel drawn to it. I love the one in gray tones - very mysterious. If you're into exploring abstract some more, there's a fantastic book - Abstracts 50 Inspirational Projects by Rolina van Vliet. I was just reading my copy last night! You can find it on Amazon. I think you would have a blast with it. Happy painting!

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  42. KristinFebruary 4, 2014 at 7:45 PM

    LOVE! These are so colorful SO pretty - and I also love the idea of your daily warm ups. I'm trying to art journal more by getting up earlier and dedicating an hour in the morning to do it - but I love the 8 minutes idea! So funny :) xo

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  43. Tammie DickersonFebruary 5, 2014 at 5:24 PM

    Such a fun exploration of color! SO cool!

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