Abstract #14

Abstract #14

Ink and Gouache, 4x4 on Paper

This is number 14 in my series with a goal of 20 abstract paintings using gouache and ink line.  I set a challenge on this painting to use just 2 main colors, blue and yellow with their near complements purple and green. My goal was to create a composition that demonstrated the contrasts between value, color intensity, and hue to show which contrasts captured and held they eye best.  In my opinion, value wins hands, down.
 

Abstract Primaries #17

Abstract Primaries #3

 Gouache on archival paper, 4x4

This painting was redone and renumbered as "Abstract #17."

This small painting went through several iterations of color and value to get where I was pleased.  I was pleased with the way structures emerged from random marks.  

This is the 3rd in a series.  I have set myself a task of doing a series of small abstract paintings primarily in gouache as an exercise to sharpen my perception of design and as a way to learn the nuances of gouache.

Abstract #2

Abstract 4x4 #1

Gouache - 4x4 on paper with ink

Playing with a new toy - gouache - and a new objective - abstract with primary colors, shapes, and composition.

Primarily Speaking....

Oil of RayMar canvas panel - 6x6

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After a few days in a workshop with Carol Marine, I am trying to loosen my approach and strokes in my paintings. I like the way this new effort is progressing.

This panel was done entirely in primary colors (with a little burnt umber).

I selected this arrangement as a challenge to work only with red, yellow, and blue.

Rick Petersen