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"Explore the captivating world of Ted Visaya's acrylic paintings, where abstract art meets imaginative expression. On this page, you can discover a collection of art paintings that showcase the artist's unique style and creative journey. Immerse yourself in a vibrant display of abstract art paintings that capture the essence of the Honolulu Arts District's spiritual energy. Ted Visaya's self-taught techniques and freestyling approach to acrylic painting invite viewers to experience art that stimulates imagination and critical thinking."
I've always had a thing for art, but it wasn't until I retired that I decided to take the plunge into painting. Back in the day, I dabbled in a few painting and drawing classes at community colleges, but it was always a short-term fling. During my working years, I was all about computer graphics because, let's face it, art wasn't paying the bills. But now that I'm living in the Honolulu Arts District, surrounded by vibrant murals and a seriously artsy vibe, I've finally found my true calling in painting. The community's spiritual, artistic energy is contagious, and it's got me feeling inspired and ready to contribute my creative flair. Who knew retirement could be this much fun?
Being an artist at heart and a designer by trade, there is a clear distinction between the two roles. Artistic creation involves making aesthetically pleasing pieces while working as a designer, which consists of producing drawings that effectively communicate specific messages to the viewer. The difference between art and design is evident in the realm of engineering graphics, where creating engineering documents as a CAD specialist is a scientific process. Engineering design is about precise communication, whereas art is a personal expression.
When the light turned on, it ignited a spark of creativity and passion for art. Ideas for paintings began to flow, drawing inspiration from various cultures and aiming to make bold statements. The goal is to create unique art that captivates and allows for individual interpretation. The hope is that this art will make people think, feel, and experience joy. While not a traditional fine artist, the aim is to produce fun and engaging art that can be enjoyed by everyone.
I'm always exploring new ideas in my art, drawing inspiration from abstract painting, pop culture, and contemporary art. Abstract painting lets me be creative and think deeply, while pop art adds a fun and playful element to my work. I aim to bring these qualities and influences to the people who see my art and have fun with them. I'm always looking to create something fresh, unique, and thought-provoking and to share it with everyone. When I finish a piece, it's a unique mix utterly different from where I began.
Self-teaching in painting is about developing a unique style without being influenced by outside sources. It involves creating art in one's own way.
When I first started painting, I looked at pictures online and tried to paint them on canvas using acrylic paint. This helped me see how well I could coordinate my hand and brush. It was a bit hard at first, but it got easier once I got used to using the brush and experimenting with the right amount of paint and water. It's all about using different paintbrushes with the right amount. Now, I need to figure out what kind of painter I want to be.
I believe the best way to teach yourself to paint without formal training is through freestyling; anything goes. By doing what feels right, you can discover your own unique style. My schooling has taught me the art of critical thinking, a skill I now apply to my painting process. Before I even touch the canvas, I envision the painting, contemplating where to begin and what colors to use. I ponder the art I want to create, its statement, and how it will resonate with the viewer. This is the essence of '3rd eye painting', a practice that keeps me focused as I bring each brush stroke to life.
I am mindful of the art, documenting the style for future use. Each piece of art created is a preliminary version in line with future revisions. I improve the technique with each revision by reflecting on what I did in the previous version. Revision documenting is a standard process I used in an R&D (Research and Development) engineering collaboration.
It will be an exciting journey, drawing upon what I have learned. My teacher is my lifelong experience, which promotes mindfulness and third-eye awareness.
What do I mean by this? Here’s an example, remember the Star Trek series on television back in the 60s? In the series, they used communicators to contact each other. It was a handheld device they flipped open to talking into. That example inspired young engineers to create the smartphone we use today. The writers back then had no idea what the future would look like. The writers are the creative artists, and the handheld communicator they conjured up is metaphorically the raw expression. That natural expression today is the smartphone.
I want to create art to inspire imagination. Like Albert Einstein once said, "Logic will take from A to B. Imagination will take you everywhere."
So how can you create art that inspires out-of-box thinking yet be your style? What kind of message do you want to project to the viewer? I think the answer is too abstract subjectivity in your art. It may sound oxymoronic, but I believe capturing your raw expression means conjuring up your subject matter in a metaphysical way. Transcend your creativity to another level and design what feels right in your heart. Create art that mirrors your personality of you as the artist. A plan that stimulates the imagination and promotes the critical thought process.
Raw expression, just like Star Trek, is to go where no one has gone before, hahaha. And have fun, of course, doing it.
Have you ever wondered how many stories you can paint into a picture? As an Art Communicator, the possibilities are endless! Are you up for capturing a mythological tale or documenting a historical event? Or you want to make a bold statement with your art. Whatever story you want to tell, let's bring it to life on the canvas!
Fascinated with the Hawaiian culture and living on the Aina, I like to "talk story" about this lifestyle in my art. Living in this environment makes it easy to capture subject matter to paint about. Thinking about a story theme can make it easy to initiate a painting when you experience painter's block (taken after the phenomena of writer's block).
Tell a story with art and give the viewer an imaginary environment to explore.
I often say that Design is not artistic. What I mean by that is that Design is responsible for the building structure of the Artwork. Design is the construction tool that shapes an artist's unique style and technique. This comes from a guy who has worked as a Technical Designer for 40 years in Silicon Valley.
As a noun, Design is the building structure of art development.
As a verb, Design is the construction of styles and techniques.
Design is the innovative system that defines an artist. It's what ties everything together. For instance, the Design of the painting shows the structure with blocks of images. The artist then uses techniques to add colors and shapes within these blocks, creating a unique style of Art. Throughout, it's the Design that guides and shapes the process.
The initiation phase is the most exhilarating and challenging part of the design process. It is where the artist's vision starts taking shape, and the canvas comes alive with the initial strokes of Design, ultimately leading to the creation of Art.
Raw expression is all about originality. It involves painting in a way that is unique to you. Personalizing your style means creating art that reflects your own artistic uniqueness. To develop this style, one must delve deep and determine how the art will convey originality. This process involves pushing beyond your boundaries to capture imagination and raw expression.
Thinking of style as a means to capture the essence of one's inner self can be particularly powerful. Projecting a healthy style that fosters creativity, imagination, and critical thinking is essential. Strive to go beyond existing styles and introduce new perspectives. Engage the viewer's imagination by creating an environment that showcases your original creativity. The process of artistic creation is ongoing; always continue learning and be consistent. As you pass down what you have learned from one painting to the next, you establish your unique way of doing things. This is what defines your style.
Albert Einstein once said, "Imagination is intelligence having fun." In addition, I say, "Creativity is the ART of life." In both cases, the spirit of innovative thinking is set in motion on the premise of discovering something new. So, let the creative juices flow unrestricted. Just paint what feels right, like nobody is watching and could care less what people think. Just make shit up.
Imagination can manifest into limitless possibilities. So create something that makes the viewers use their critical imagination to decipher your art in their way.
To be continued...