Artist Beth Charles shares a collection of abstract paintings filled with vibrant color and energy. More of her portfolio can be found on her website.
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“For Colleen” acrylic, 40″ x 30″
I create my art from my studio located in Holland, Michigan. I have been a Michigan resident most of my life and I love the changing seasons and all the “Great Lakes State” has to offer.
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“Call Me Crazy” acrylic, 48″ x 36″
I received a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the University of Michigan with concentrations in painting, drawing and illustration.
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“Sacred Space” acrylic, 36″ x 36″
After a recent three-year illness when I stopped painting altogether, I returned to my art with a yearning to take my work in a whole new direction.
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“A Little Chaos” acrylic, 24″ x 24″
After many years of painting realism, I felt it was time to look inward for inspiration. Hence, I turned to abstract and the voices within that kept knocking at my door. I had a burning desire to play and experiment with line, color, value and form, wanting to just see what happens.
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“Lost Memories” acrylic, 48″ x 36″
It felt like it was time to face the scary reality of just “letting go” of pre-conceived ideas and jump in over my head. Non-objective abstract painting is a way to put oneself out there—like a tight rope walker without a net.
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“Law Of Attraction” acrylic, 48″ x 36″
I start each piece with a chosen color palette. I then use many different mark making tools to loosen up and get a feel for where I want to go.
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“Lost In Thought” acrylic, 16″ x 16″
I try to always keep in mind what motivates me to paint—brushstrokes that show movement, emotion, balance, contrast and exploring how color can convey ideas.
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“Wait For Me” acrylic, 30″ x 24″
“What lies beneath” is a continuous theme as I look for something I have never seen before. “Fresh, fast and loose” has always been my signature style.
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“Wondering Why” acrylic, 36″ x 36″
Although I am focusing more and more on abstract painting, at times I still revert back to my roots and paint realism in order to keep my mind open to different ideas. Florals are my favorite “go to” subject.
![abstract painting by Beth Charles](https://www.artsyshark.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/TrainOfThought_acrylic16x20_AS-cropped.jpg)
“Train Of Thought” acrylic, 20″ x 16″
Mentoring and teaching other artists also helps me keep my motivations clear. I also enjoy interacting with and helping other artists find their own paths to success.
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