Seasons of the Soul

In this episode, I explore how the cycles of nature and our emotional seasons shape the way we create abstract landscapes.

🎨 Key Takeaways:

• Seasonal Inspiration: Discover how the changing seasons influence our colour palettes, compositions and creative rhythms.
• Emotional Seasons: Reflect on how our inner emotional states align with nature's cycles and affect our artistic expression.
• Practical Tips: My three-step practice to align my art with both nature and my emotional state.

🖌️ Topics Covered:

1. Colour Choices: How the seasons and our emotions guide our palettes—from the moody tones of winter to the vibrant hues of summer.
2. Composition & Rhythm: How nature’s cycles inspire open spaces, dense textures or dynamic flows in our work.
3. Cycles of Creativity: Reflect on the parallels between life’s seasons and our artistic journey, embracing times of rest, renewal or growth.

💡 Final Thoughts:

Abstracting the landscape is not about copying the landscape but about translating the essence of nature and your emotions into your art. As we step into 2025, let’s embrace the inspiration of every season—both outside and within—to fuel our creativity.

🎉 Happy New Year!

Let’s make this a year of artistic discovery and growth. Keep experimenting, keep observing and keep creating!

Resources:

• 1. Free Abstract Landscapes Guide

Ethereal Expressions: Building Depth and Emotion in Abstract Landscapes

is perfect for artists who want to master soft transitions, explore the emotional power of colour and incorporate subtle textures into their work. Download it today - it’s completely free and filled with actionable tips to elevate your abstract landscapes. Download the guide here: https://www.michellesleeart.com/pages/ethereal-expressions-building-depth-and-emotion-in-abstract-landscapes

2. Abstract Horizons Facebook Group

Come and join my community on Facebook—Abstract Horizons! This group is a space for like-minded artists to share, learn and grow. Whether you’re just starting or looking to refine your skills, you’ll find support, encouragement and inspiration. Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/abstracthorizons

3. Unlock Your Unique Colour Story course

🎨 If you’re ready to unlock the power of colour in your art, check out my course Unlock Your Unique Colour Story! This course is designed to help you:

• Discover and refine your personal colour palette.
• Explore how value adds depth and contrast to your work.
• Create an abstract landscape that's rich in emotion and meaning. Enrol here: https://abstractingthelandscape.co.uk/unlockyouruniquecolourstory