Abstraction Process

I am very confused with abstract expressionism. I never know when I am done, what would make something look better, or what colors are needed where. It is so confusing. With this work, I initially wanted an abstract take on impressionism, meaning light blues, yellows, greens, and some darker colors, which is why I wanted to use yellow as my starting color. The issue is that it got progressively darker and now it looks almost like I was painting an avocado or some other kind of produce. It makes me sad. Then there is the texture. The paint seems to dry before I can do any good with my pallet knife. I have been able to wipe some away though. Abstraction needs balance, but I struggle to find that balance.

Day 1