The stained canvas is similar to having no background, but you have the benefit of at least having some color and texture. In pretty much every other case you would be better off having at least some kind of background to complement the subject, no matter how simple. No background is only really suitable for study pieces or if you have a very strong subject which you want to draw complete attention to. Each type will suit different subjects and styles. There are several different types of backgrounds you can use in your painting. This means using relevant colors, brushwork and shapes. It should complement the rest of the painting, not detract from it.It just means that the background is not a key feature compared to the rest of the painting (unless the background is the key feature – I give some examples later in the post). This does not mean the background area is bland or uninviting by itself. It is out of the spotlight (most of the time).In my opinion, a great background in a painting should have two key features: (Bonus: Click here to download a PDF copy of my Color Theory Cheat Sheet.) What Are the Elements of a Great Background in a Painting?
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