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Abstract art evokes a sense of "psychological distance," compared to representational art. That psychological distance shifts our mindset towards larger ideas and away from details, and suggests that abstract art can change our state of mind.
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Any love for abstract art? Painting is my own original work.
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Welcome to /r/Painting! Functioning like an artist cooperative gallery, this is the place where beginning to advanced painters display their work in an ongoing group discussion. Artists who post their work are strongly encouraged to interact with their fellow subscribers and be prepared to discuss their concept, process & technique.


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Any love for abstract art? Painting is my own original work.
r/painting - Any love for abstract art? Painting is my own original work.




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  • Welcome to /r/Painting! Functioning like an artist cooperative gallery, this is the place where beginning to advanced painters display their work in an ongoing group discussion. Artists who post their work are strongly encouraged to interact with their fellow subscribers and be prepared to discuss their concept, process & technique. members
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