Abstract art

Abstract Art – As Non-Objective Painting

Abstract art has been one of the most significant artistic movements since the beginning of the last century, profoundly shaping the concept of art. In abstract art, artists distance themselves from naturalism and create paintings that are non-representational, or abstract. Therefore, abstract art is also referred to as non-objective art.

It breaks away from the depiction of tangible reality and instead describes a spiritual, visionary world through the combination of colors and forms, as well as the analysis of its artistic means.

The Emergence of Abstract Art – Painting Beyond the Figurative

Abstract art eliminates the classical depiction of people and objects—instead, it gives rise to works that focus on shapes, colors, and light. The advancement of photography around 1900 revolutionized visual representation and gradually rendered traditional figurative painting obsolete. Artists began to break away from realistic depictions and develop a new, free visual language.

Driven by the philosophical, musical, and scientific currents of the time, painters such as Wassily Kandinsky, Robert Delaunay, Franz Marc, and August Macke created a completely new artistic reality. No longer was the visible subject the main focus; instead, the invisible took center stage: emotions, inner worlds, and spiritual experiences found expression on the canvas. Creativity became the central element of the artistic process.

Modern abstract art is divided into two main movements:

• Expressionist abstraction, which focuses on color and light impressions.
• Geometric abstraction, inspired by Cubism, which reduces forms to their fundamental structures and reconstructs them in new ways.

This evolution marked a radical shift in art history—moving away from realistic representation toward individual interpretation and boundless creative freedom.

Making the Intangible Visible

In Every Era, Artists Strived to Find Their Own Style

Throughout history, artists have sought to develop their own unique style—an individual mode of expression that breaks away from existing traditions and enables new interpretations of perception. Especially from the 20th century onward, advancements in science, architecture, psychoanalysis, fashion, and politics led to a new openness in viewing and representing the world artistically.

While earlier periods focused on naturalistic depictions of people, landscapes, and arrangements, artists increasingly aimed to make the invisible visible. Thoughts, emotions, and imaginary worlds took center stage. Figurative painting gradually dissolved, giving rise to abstract works in which the structures of reality became barely recognizable, offering only subtle hints of their origins.

This transformation marked a radical shift in art: moving away from the mere depiction of the external world and toward the expression of inner emotions and creative visions.

Abstract Art as the Foundation of New Movements

Since the early 20th century, abstract painting has been one of the most popular artistic movements, profoundly changing how art is perceived and created. Abstract artists moved away from naturalistic representations of nature, instead composing their works in a non-representational or suggestive manner. This form of art is also known as non-objective art.

The composition and arrangement of colors, as well as the fundamental structure using geometric shapes, lines, and figures, became central aspects of painting. With technological advancements in the 20th and 21st centuries, new possibilities for artistic production emerged. Abstract art has served as the foundation for various contemporary movements, including Pop Art, Conceptual Art, Happenings, Fluxus, Video and Digital Art, and Installation Art.

The composition and arrangement of colors and the basic structure by means of geometric surfaces, lines and figures were from now on the central point of painting.  With new technical achievements of the 20th and 21st century new possibilities of art production developed. Abstract art is a basis of newer art styles such as Pop Art, Conceptual Art, Art – Happening as well as Fluxus, Video – and Digital Art and Installation Art.

The interpretation of abstract art

The viewer of abstract art is encouraged to deal in depth with the image and to question the motifs. To understand the core and the emergence of an abstract painting, the image – viewer can deal with the work of the artist and approach. However, it is up to the viewer, and that is the beauty of abstract art, to interpret the image freely and himself.

If you are interested in an abstract painting in oil or acrylic, I can gladly provide you with a deeper discourse on the motif and approach to get a deeper access to my visual world and philosophy.

As an artist, I offer you an exciting selection of abstract works, which invite you as a viewer to free interpretation, discovery and always see something new.

New Arrangements of Color and Form

One could almost say that abstract art has gained a new function by becoming an experimental field for innovative arrangements of color and form. But what drives an artist to experiment in the first place? Why doesn’t the artist simply sit in nature and paint as accurately as possible?

The answer lies in the evolution of modern art itself. Artists experienced a loss of direction precisely because the seemingly simple directive—”paint what you see”—had lost its appeal.

This may sound paradoxical, but in the fast-paced world of modern media and evolving visual languages, it makes perfect sense. Photography, Instagram, and television now suffice for capturing pure naturalism. Instead, the true artistic challenge remains in depicting inner values and worlds—inviting the viewer to complete the image in their own mind.

Contemporary abstract art

Modern art and contemporary art are often confused with each other. In principle, modern art is classified with the styles of impressionism (from 1874) to abstract expressionism (late 1960s). Contemporary art also begins at about this time and continues to this day.

In contemporary exhibitions and art fairs today, mainly abstract painting of the present is shown. At the Venice Biennale and the Dokumenta in Kassel, for example, political and cultural problems are artistically questioned. International galleries present their artists at art fairs around the world.

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Abstraction: Mountains and Traces

In this online gallery, you will find a wide selection of abstract art pieces. Choose your favorite from various formats and styles and immerse yourself in new visual worlds. A handcrafted frame, vibrant oil or acrylic paints, and dynamic compositions make each painting a true one-of-a-kind masterpiece. All artworks are available for online purchase and can be delivered ready to hang. You are also welcome to view and pick up the paintings in person.

As an experienced artist, I can also create custom paintings based on your desired motif. You are welcome to send me your photo references, which I will transform into a unique acrylic or oil painting.

Before starting your artwork, you will receive one or more free drafts so that you can make your decision at your leisure. Once you are satisfied with the composition of your desired acrylic or oil painting, I will begin bringing your vision to life.

Constantly new works

Through the continuous implementation of new ideas and images in the studio, I can offer you an always current and regularly growing portfolio of abstract art. Discover in the category NEW my latest pictures & paintings.

Abstract artworks create a creative and inspiring atmosphere and are a source of strength. So that your desire for change becomes a long-term investment, I will be happy to advise you for a suitable painting.