Crazy Simple Abstract Art

April 27, 2020
I already talked about how I created some easy and crazy simple abstract art from an old canvas, but this project takes literally 5 minutes!

Supplies

·      Picture frame (preferably with mat)

·      Craft paint

·      8.5×11” computer paper or white cardstock

Instructions

I used black acrylic paint for my art, but any color is fine. You could use acrylic or watercolor paint, but acrylic will yield a bolder look. I painted the entire 8.5×11” white cardstock with a simple pattern. Think dots, crosses, plusses, dashes, etc.

Once the paint is dry, put it in a frame and hang it on the wall or set it on a table.

I love prints like this with a large mat, but the key (whether you’re using a mat or not) is to make sure your pattern is running off the edge in all directions.

DIY black and white abstract art in white matted frame above painted bone inlay nightstand
diy black and white abstract pattern art print in white frame

Simple!

This crazy simple abstract art is almost too simple for a tutorial, but it’s a no-brained, basically free way to create some fun art for your home. 

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