Abstract Explorations in Acrylic Painting is the ultimate guide to fun, creative and innovative techniques.

Built around the concepts of play and practice, Jo Toye embraces experimentation and innovation. Focusing on technique, line and “working small,” she shares a host of unusual techniques and works with unusual materials. 

As many acrylic artists do, Jo creates primarily (but not exclusively) abstract art. Her emphasis on line and the use of line to build an under structure for design and composition is unique, as is her incorporation of “writing” into her paintings. Surely, few acrylic artists have ever thought of painting on a black surface or using razor blades masking fluid pens, applicator bottles or mouth atomizers to create and define line. These simple tools and concepts result in line work that is distinctive.
Experimental Techniques in Acrylic Painting also adapts interesting mixed media techniques for use in creating in acrylic. Her takes on stencilling, sponging, masking, rolling paint, and working with gesso are not to be missed.

Contents consists of:

• Concepts and Materials
• Tool Kit
• Practice Samples

AND MUCH MORE!!

Finally, also unique to this workshop in a book is the use of the small format painting and the emphasis on making “practice samples” that can be referenced later for inspiration and direction in larger paintings.