Defines non-objective (abstract) art and explains how it differs from other types of painting. Points out non-objective things in nature; discusses basic elements (line, shape, color), the uses of non-objective art in industrial design, and the interests of a creative painter. Includes examples of non-objective paintings.
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In ACMI's collection
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Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
007675
Language
English
Subject categories
Crafts & Visual Arts → Art - Study and teaching
Crafts & Visual Arts → Art - Themes, motives
Crafts & Visual Arts → Art criticism
Crafts & Visual Arts → Art, Abstract
Crafts & Visual Arts → Art, Comparative
Crafts & Visual Arts → Painting - Technique
Documentary → Documentary films - United States
Education, Instruction, Teaching & Schools → Art - Study and teaching
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)