--- product_id: 4171491 title: "Abstracts: Techniques and Textures" price: "€ 112.83" currency: EUR in_stock: false reviews_count: 8 url: https://www.desertcart.at/products/4171491-abstracts-techniques-and-textures store_origin: AT region: Austria --- # Step-by-step acrylic techniques Richly illustrated guide Inspires breaking realism boundaries Abstracts: Techniques and Textures **Price:** € 112.83 **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Summary > 🎨 Unlock your abstract potential—don’t get left behind in the art evolution! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Abstracts: Techniques and Textures - **How much does it cost?** € 112.83 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.at](https://www.desertcart.at/products/4171491-abstracts-techniques-and-textures) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Trusted & Loved:** 4.4-star rating from 219 art enthusiasts fueling your confidence to buy - • **Master Acrylic Artistry:** Clear, stepwise instructions to elevate your abstract painting skills - • **Beyond Crafty Techniques:** Bridges funky acrylic methods with fine art sophistication - • **Visual Inspiration Galore:** Packed with rich illustrations that spark creativity and innovation - • **Expand Your Artistic Horizons:** Perfect for artists ready to break free from realism constraints ## Overview Abstracts: Techniques and Textures by Rolina Van Vliet is a richly illustrated, step-by-step guide that empowers artists to master acrylic abstract painting. Praised for bridging funky techniques with fine art, this book inspires painters to transcend realism and explore new creative frontiers. With a strong 4.4-star rating from over 200 reviews, it’s a trusted resource for serious art practitioners. ## Description This is the fourth and most technical book on abstract art by Rolina van Vliet. In comparison to its predecessors it takes a more in-depth look at the practical nature of abstract art. With a detailed explanation of the technical aspects of painting, the book covers figurative elements, composition and construction work specifically. Abstracts Techniques and Textures is a comprehensive handbook for amateurs, professionals, teachers and students alike to learn the intricacies of painting abstracts. It features 50 studies detailing dozens of techniques and textures readers can use to practise achieving abstract and non-figurative painting. The book also includes more than 350 selected images to inspire and guide the reader’s eye. Review: A good "how-to" guide - The author gives step by step instructions as well as providing a springboard for further exploration into this challenging art form. Richly illustrated and with clear commentary - a most useful book for someone wanting to move more deeply into abstract painting. Review: this book shows a direct relationship between the funky techniques of acrylic and fine art. Most acrylic technique books border - Loaded with ideas, this book shows a direct relationship between the funky techniques of acrylic and fine art. Most acrylic technique books border on crafty. I paint neither funky nor abstract, but needed an expansion of acrylic possibilities for fine art pieces. The exceptional art is inspiring for anyone feeling trapped in realism. ## Features - Used Book in Good Condition ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #642,337 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #1,675 in Painting (Books) | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 220 Reviews | ## Images ![Abstracts: Techniques and Textures - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81Z8EZabClL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A good "how-to" guide *by G***T on January 7, 2014* The author gives step by step instructions as well as providing a springboard for further exploration into this challenging art form. Richly illustrated and with clear commentary - a most useful book for someone wanting to move more deeply into abstract painting. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ this book shows a direct relationship between the funky techniques of acrylic and fine art. Most acrylic technique books border *by A***S on May 17, 2015* Loaded with ideas, this book shows a direct relationship between the funky techniques of acrylic and fine art. Most acrylic technique books border on crafty. I paint neither funky nor abstract, but needed an expansion of acrylic possibilities for fine art pieces. The exceptional art is inspiring for anyone feeling trapped in realism. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent Reference Guide *by M***E on July 23, 2014* I have been developing large abstracts for many years and am working to expand my techniques. This book is very informational and gives in-depth discussions as well as excellent photography illustrating the foundation and build-up of the various processes. 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