Rhythmic art

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Rhythmic art is a style of art based on the surrealist technique of "automatic drawing". It is also similar to the form of doodling, and is an expression of personal reflection. The method involves being aware of what you are drawing rather than the surrealist method of being nearly subconscious (such as the methods of Andre Masson). It involves drawing or simply doodling shapes and forms which are symmetrical or in a rhythmic style which appeals to the eye, as though the image is animated or "flowing" in motion.

The art always involves objects and forms perpetuating, and the style could be almost considered "reactive", in other words where the patterns and shapes are not only in sync, but react with each other thus creating a static yet animated effect, causing the image to seem in motion.

The method or rhythmic art also involves drawing under the influence of music or sound to help engage the artist with a type or rhythm.