Expressionist painting

We often come across people who go crazy over any abstract work of art, they seem to have a special vision that makes them see beyond what is depicted on the

Expressionism is characterized by the use of paint to depict and exaggerate emotions and feelings. Here I discuss what you can learn from the movement.

Expressionism is a broad artistic movement that emerged in Europe in the early 20th century. It encompasses various styles and forms of art, including painting, sculpture, literature, and film. At its core, Expressionism is characterized by a desire to express the emotional and psychological realities of the human experience. Characteristics of Expressionism The key characteristics of Expressionism include a heightened emotional intensity, a focus on the subjective experience, and a...

Russian Larisa Aukon paints urban and natural lanscapes, with powerful colours in an expressionist style

Emil Nolde, born in 1867, was a German-Danish painter who stands out for his bold use of colour. He was part of a group of group of expressionists called “Die Brücke” (the Bridge) who were all about using bright colours to convey strong emotions. Nolde’s work has always fascinated me, especially his landscapes. I mean …

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Patty Ripley • artist on Instagram: "Using my hands gets my body into the painting. Playing and really not thinking about outcomes, composition or meaning. It’s experiencing the process and being fully engaged. It’s allowing the unexpected messiness to happen and the calm passages to unfold. It’s about getting out of my own way, if that makes sense. Xo #contemporarylandscape #artforthesoul #markmaking #intuitivepainting #creativeprocess #creativitycoach #expressiveart #expressionist…

Sophie Derrick came up with a swirling, slathering, painterly style that can’t fail to impress. For one, they’re gorgeous. And then if you are the sort of person that can look enthralle…

The expressionist work of British artist Antony Micallef layers the figure to the point of total distortion. His style of painting misshapen figures against soft backdrops is an amalgamation of influences from Francis Bacon, to old masters like Caravaggio and Velázquez, to more modern contemporary photographers and graphic artists- leading to the nickname "Caravaggio meets Manga" in the media. Featured here on our blog, he describes his art as "like watching a Disney movie which slowly turns…