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Painting a Kaleidoscopic Abstraction...
Two Methods of Abstraction...
A Kaleidoscopic Abstraction begins as a basic abstract, which I have painted as a digital image. When painting I want to create the maximum tonal response between shape and color. Therefore, I use an old and traditional method of balancing opposites called counterchange.
If satisfied with my abstract drawing I then incorporate the use of the technique
of multi-
Typically the four mirrored reflection creates a square response similar to Example 1. The three mirrored reflection creates a complex triangular response as indicated by Example 2.
Again, if satisfied with the final abstract I then paint that composition in Acrylic on Watercolor Paper.
Whimsically, I call my creations Klads and Glads.
Example 2 >
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