Gestural Abstraction

Gestural abstraction is an art style where artists express emotion and movement through free, dynamic brushstrokes and markings. Instead of focusing on detailed realism, they emphasize the gestures—fluid motions of the hand and arm—that reveal the artist’s energy, rhythm, and spontaneity during creation. This approach captures the act of painting itself, resulting in lively, expressive works that convey a sense of immediacy and personal expression. It emerged in the mid-20th century, connecting abstract art with a sense of physicality and emotional intensity.