Similarly, abstract paintings of women frequently combine colours and shapes to imply a woman's figure or silhouette, leaving a lot up to the viewer's interpretation. These paintings may be subtle and delicate or strong and powerful. To show femininity as loving and kind, the artist may choose to use warm, flowing colours; to show power and resilience, the artist may choose to employ harsh, contrasting tones. Since abstraction creates countless ways to express various facets of femininity and uniqueness, every woman abstract painting is different.