Roy P Awbery produces original fine art paintings in acrylic and water colours across a variety of different genres - life’s too short to be pigeon-holed!
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Welcome to the world of abstract painting, where creativity knows no boundaries and self-expression takes centre stage. In this blog post, I will guide you through the process of creating the perfect abstract painting by harnessing your artistic instincts and exploring various techniques. We will delve into the essence of abstract art, discuss the key elements that contribute to its success, and provide insights into the techniques used by abstract artists.
Colours - what a delightful language they speak! And they really do speak to us. They whisper stories, evoke feelings, and paint the canvas of our emotions. And what better place to start than understanding the very psychology of colours?
Welcome to the world of abstract painting, where creativity knows no boundaries and self-expression takes centre stage. In this blog post, I will guide you through the process of creating the perfect abstract painting by harnessing your artistic instincts and exploring various techniques. We will delve into the essence of abstract art, discuss the key elements that contribute to its success, and provide insights into the techniques used by abstract artists.
In the fast-paced world we live in, finding a balance between work and personal pursuits can be challenging. As a scientist with a full-time job, I understand the importance of maintaining a good work-life balance. While you may be interested in my art and book writing rather than my day job, I believe that striking a harmonious equilibrium between professional responsibilities and personal passions is key to living a fulfilling and enriched life. In this blog post, I'll share my journey and provide practical tips on how I manage to pursue my creative endeavours alongside my demanding career.
Welcome to my blog, where I dive into the incredible benefits of daily sketching and drawing. Whether you consider yourself an artist or not, incorporating sketching into your daily routine can have a profound impact on your creativity and personal growth. As I explore different subjects and experiment with various techniques, I discover new ideas and perspectives. Sketching enhances my observation skills, allowing me to appreciate the intricate details of the world around me. It also provides a meditative experience, where I can unwind and embrace mindfulness. Through this blog, I invite you to join me on this journey of self-expression, creativity, and exploration. Let's start sketching every day and witness the transformative power it holds to unleash our inner artist and foster personal growth.
Assigning value to your own paintings is often difficult and setting a price on artwork can be a challenge. Here I explain how a simple formula and some research can help and keep emotions put of the calculation. In a hurry? Here’s a summary for you:
Never heard of Hundertwasser? Well, nows your chance to learn just I must in order to meet my art groups latest art challenge to design a mural for the Tate Burghfield!
Deciding when a painting is truly finished is challenging and I often return to make changes many times before finally declaring it finished. But that's not the end of the work as an artist. There is still work to be done. Here are my 10 tasks to complete before you can say your work is really finished.
It wouldn't be the weekend without another blog or without me trying to learn yet another new trick. Today I've taken my Instagram account to a whole other level by getting into Instagram TV. Brace yourself, I fear this could be a bumpy ride!
Guided video tour of Roy P Awbery's virtual art gallery of commissioned works.
Can you mix student and professional grade acrylic paints? Many websites and indeed artists will say yes. I would argue that you shouldn’t if you want high qualityand consistent results. Here I explain why I don’t mix my paints.
Positive engagement is key to success with Instagram and I’ve now learned that it’s good to talk. Good engagement can increase followers and your overall engagement rate leading to more sales.
Why every one of my paintings has a Certificate of Authenticity to prove provenance and proof you really own an original painting by Roy P Awbery
A blank canvas with so much potential and may become a free painting to a subscriber.
Being able to accept online payments is essential but also challenging. Read on to find out why.
Ambient light can have a dramatic effect on a paintings colours. Here I discuss how my artwork was affected and how I solved the problem.
