One of the most common questions I hear is:
“What does this painting mean?”

And while I love that people are curious, I often reply with another question:
“What does it make you feel?”

Abstract art often gets misunderstood. Some think it’s confusing. Others assume it’s just random colors or meaningless shapes. But here’s the truth: you don’t have to “understand” abstract art in a traditional sense.

Because abstract art isn’t a puzzle to be solved — it’s a language of feeling.

Art Speaks Differently

Unlike realism, which reflects what we see, abstract art reflects what we feel — and that’s different for everyone. One painting might remind you of a memory, another might stir a feeling you can’t quite explain.

That’s what makes it so powerful.

You don’t need to know the artist’s intention to connect with it. In fact, some of the most meaningful experiences happen when the viewer finds their own story within the artwork.

It’s Okay to Just Feel

Many of us grew up thinking that if we didn’t “get” something, we were missing the point. But art isn’t math. There’s no single right answer. It’s okay if a painting makes you feel peaceful, or unsettled, or even confused.

Those reactions are real. They’re yours. And they’re valid.

Abstract art gives you freedom — to feel without judgment, to connect without explanation.

From the Artist’s Side

As an artist, I rarely set out to “say” something specific. I often begin with a mood, a color, or just silence. The work evolves as I go — often surprising even me. What starts as confusion sometimes turns into clarity. What starts as calm might end in chaos.

And when the piece is done, it belongs to the world. Each viewer gives it a new life.

That’s the magic of abstract art. It’s not about me anymore — it’s about you and what you feel when you see it.

Invite Abstract Art Into Your Space

You don’t have to be an art expert to enjoy abstract art. You don’t even need to “get it.” All you need is a connection — even a quiet one.

If a piece speaks to you, let it into your life.

Whether it’s hanging in your living room or beside your desk, let it remind you that feelings are enough. You are enough.