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BobBlast 559 - "Small Scale Abstract Painting On Paper"

Weekly BobBlast Issue 559 Small Scale Abstract Painting on Paper Welcome Back to Another BobBlast! This BobBlast is all about how to create more meaningful abstract paintings in a small scale format on paper. Not exactly a miniature, but artwork created for small spaces, based on graphic design, color and a strong concept. I have called these small studies, sketches and paintings my “little gems” since 1996. That said, sometimes my small works are warmups for larger paintings. I challenge myself to create the smaller format with the same freedom and looseness as my larger paintings. It is too easy to look at a small surface and start painting too tight - and too small! I have found there are many ways to keep my "loose focus" while working small. I make sure I have watercolor paper, torn and gessoed to the size I want—ready to go, before I start. My surface choice for small paintings is 300 lb cold press— either Cheap Joe’s Kilimanjaro or Fabriano Artistico watercolor paper. When I am planning to work on small pieces, I consider if they will be… •Stand alone artworks? •Part of related artworks - such as a series that hangs together? •Microcosm of something larger - like a section taken out of a larger painting? Then I Consider the 5 Cs: •Concept •Composition •Color Combination •Commit to the Series •Continue the Series Sometimes I will utilize the entire paper’s surface for the painting. Other times, I tape a four-sided border on small watercolor paper to create a "mock mat" border. The type of tape I am using is FrogTape - yellow for sensitive surfaces. I use this "masking the borders" technique for graphic impact. I have always liked the look of clean, sharp border edges. Using this technique of taping gives the appearance of a Monotype print - without using a printing press! I paint inside the lines, so to speak—then finally… slowly peel back the tape, revealing a pretty cool, instantaneous presentation of my most immediate, current piece with a pristine white border. Watch the video for my step-by-step! If you peel the tape off too fast, you may not get a clean, crisp edge plus you may tear the top layer of the paper surface. There is a lot to consider! But, no matter what size you are working on… never limit your creativity! Join us for a Small Abstract Workshop Online! •May 12-14, 2025 Small Scale Abstracts - ONLINE WORKSHOP Sponsored by Cheap Joe’s Art Stuff Contact Edwina May, Workshop Coordinator (800) 227-2788 https://cheapjoes.com/products/robert... The Next In-Person Workshop in Bob's Studio Larger & Looser Abstract Painting  •March 28-30, 2025 3-Day Instructional Studio Workshop Robert Burridge Studio, Arroyo Grande, CA Contact [email protected] for fees and details. https://robertburridge.com/burridge-s... More Upcoming Online Workshops •April 22, 2025 Neutrals—How to Create and Use! https://robertburridge.com/zoomin-wit... •May 3-4, 2025 Non-Objective Mixed Media https://robertburridge.com/zoomin-wit... Upcoming Online Demos •April 17, 2025 Gluing a Watercolor Paper Painting onto a Wood Panel •May 8, 2025 Painting a Wine Bottle with 3 Strokes https://robertburridge.com/monthly-de... Come Paint with Bob in his Studio in Arroyo Grande, CA Schedule Your 2025 Mentor Workshop Today! •August 7-10, 2025 •September 25-28, 2025 •Nov 6-9, 2025 https://robertburridge.com/burridge-s...  Traveling Bob – In-Person Workshops! •May 19-23 2025 Abstract Painting & Collage Retreat & Gallery Show at GOH Gallery of Hermosa, Hermosa Beach, CA Contact (323) 364-6606 or [email protected] https://galleryofhermosa.com/collecti... It was so successful last time, we just had to do it again! Two In-Person Workshops at DILLMAN'S •June 9-11, 2025 Creative Abstract Techniques https://www.dillmans.com/workshops/no... •June 13-14, 2025 Loose Florals & Landscapes https://www.dillmans.com/workshops/ab... Dillman’s Art Workshop Retreat, Lac du Flambeau, WI Contact (715) 588-3143 or [email protected] Burridge Online Coaching • Private one-on-one Critiques • Coaching • Comments • Strategies https://robertburridge.com/burridge-o...