All paintings are abstract ideas, not representations of a true reality.

The way we see is critical to understanding how others will read our compositions.

Realistically there is no limit to the possibilities. How does an artist make decisions?

By merely increasing or decreasing the amount of contrast in any area we can move the observer through the painting.

The theme, or harmony, of a painting can be created by any one of its visual elements. A single colour... repetition of shapes... Light can be a theme.

Artists need not meet any standards to practice their craft... Virtually every other occupation requires some sort of license, union membership or something that says you are qualified.

When we look at a painting, listen to a piece of music, read a novel, or watch a movie we are taking in the artist's composition. The composition is the totality of the work.