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Welcome to my storm painting, where emotion meets canvas
The thing about storms is they're not just weather events. They are emotional experiences. When painting 'Daily Storm,' I was not trying to capture what a storm looks like, but what it feels like: that mixture of tension, beauty, and raw energy that comes with changing weather. What really helps make the painting work is the heavy impasto technique you see here gives the clouds and terrain a three-dimensional quality.
Why Nature is Already Abstract
This blog post humorously chronicles the creation of “Autumn Flares,” an abstract landscape that mirrors the fiery energy of fall. Emphasizing color, texture, and the importance of not copying nature too literally, it highlights how abstract art can transcend the physical world and evoke profound emotional responses.
“The Story of Creating “Air Going South’”
Standing in front of my easel while working on ‘Air Going South,’ I feel a deep connection to the creative process. Each stroke of the palette knife tells a story of choices made in the moment, blending intention with freedom. This abstract landscape painting by John Robertson captures the beauty of exploration and the courage to embrace the unexpected, revealing a scene that feels both familiar and new.
"The Art of Conveying Emotion in Landscape Painting"
In “Gleesome Saunter over Fields,” I explore how colors and lines come together to convey more than just a landscape. It’s not about the field itself but about capturing the essence of the moment, the feeling of standing in that space. This piece is about the flow of energy and the dance of textures on the canvas.
How the Horizon Shapes My Semi-Abstract Landscapes
the significance of the horizon line—a line shaped by a lifetime of ocean views. This blog delves into how that simple line provides a foundation for my art, connecting the viewer to the piece and offering a sense of direction in abstraction.