Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

abstract-imagery

noun
/ˈæbstrækt ˈɪməʤəri/
Definition
Abstract imagery refers to visual representations that do not depict recognizable scenes or objects but instead use shapes, colors, and forms to evoke feelings and ideas.
Examples
  • The artist’s use of abstract imagery in the painting invites viewers to interpret the emotions behind the colors.
  • Abstract imagery is often found in modern art, challenging traditional views of representation.
Meaning
It aims to express emotions and concepts rather than represent the physical world in a literal way.
Synonyms
  • non-representational art
  • figurative abstraction
  • conceptual imagery