Nonrepresentational Color Studies

Identify and use analogous, complementary, and monochromatic color relationships in works of art.

Nonrepresentational/Non-objective Paintings - “non-objective” is a form of art that shows nothing recognizable - no houses, no trees, no people - just lines, shapes and color. Here are some examples of paintings using the non-objective form and color schemes.

Materials Needed:

3 pieces of 6” X 8” board
acrylic paint - red, blue, yellow, black and white; optional - secondary colors
pencil, ruler, compass, eraser
various brushes, palette paper, water

Paint three (3) separate non-objective paintings; one each using analogous, complementary, and monochromatic color schemes