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Ten ways to look at abstract & non-objective art

9/2/2016

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​I used to be offended by folks who would come in to my studio and declare loudly “I just don’t get abstract art!” Then there were the people who would stand on the doorstep and peek their heads in, their eyes widening in confusion upon realizing there were no paintings of horses, traditional landscapes or barns (oh, the horror!), and then turn on their tails and get out of there as quickly as possible. Of course, the reality is that not everyone is going to love my art, the same as I have my own art preferences, and that is perfectly okay and as it should be.
 
But it does seem that there is a lot of unnecessary fear and confusion out there about abstract and non-objective art. It seems to make people feel uncomfortable. They feel like they are not “getting” something when they look at. That’s a yucky spot to be in, sort of like having to try on bathing suits in front of a mirror at a store; especially in a store where the sales lady keeps asking you questions and you’re afraid she’s going to barge in. Goodness knows, that is not my favourite situation. I only try on bathing suits when I really have to. I don’t want you to feel like that looking at my art ... or any art. So this week, I offer you a list of ten ways to look at abstract and non-objective art. I hope it will make looking at art easier and more fun for y’all.

If there's something else you'd add to the list, please comment below.
 
Have a great week!
 
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13 Comments
Arlene Holtz link
9/2/2016 11:13:14 am

Great post - entertaining to read (funny!) and also practical.

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Donna link
9/2/2016 12:03:33 pm

Thanks Arlene! Love your art ... and you!

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Chantal leblanc link
9/2/2016 11:50:16 am

Love it
Cant leave me hanging like ... Your news ????

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Donna link
9/2/2016 12:05:16 pm

Chantal, It does seem a bit cruel, eh? I think I can say it is about an online class I am going to be part of without getting into trouble ... does that help? Love your art.

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Hollis Fortune link
9/2/2016 03:07:38 pm

Love it- esp #8!

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Donna link
9/2/2016 04:30:21 pm

Thanks Hollis. 🙂

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Catherine Porter link
9/2/2016 04:02:57 pm

I so adore you! Love the studio space and what you create within those walls. Thanks for the list. Neat to gain perspectives that way. You're rockin' it girl!

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Donna link
9/2/2016 04:31:31 pm

Thanks Catherine. You rock!

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12/28/2016 06:55:02 am

Thanks for sharing the article. Agreed with No.10 best way to things going smoothly in life.

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Donna link
12/30/2016 11:35:52 am

Thank you! LOL. I love #10. :-)

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Ann Nemcosky link
9/2/2017 12:01:03 pm

Great list! I especially like #8.

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Donna link
9/2/2017 12:04:46 pm

Thanks Ann!

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2/29/2020 06:02:46 am

I didn't know that there is a proper way of looking at an abstract art. Well, I admit that I am not really a huge fan of art and I don't go to exhibits that often. But now that I knew that there were special ways on how to appreciate art even more, I might try applying it so I can have a better perspective. Well, I am not going to lose anything if I will try, isn't it? That's why I am looking forward to see abstract arts and make sure that I will be able to do it the right way!

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