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Denise Daffara Art
Добавлен 27 май 2011
Curiously creating a space of grace, nurturing my art practice, sharing meaning and moments along the way.
Try Something New STILL LIFE PAINTING WITH GOUACHE #artist #howtopaint Vlog 48
Hi Friends,
This week I'm looking at a bunch of things on my table and trying out ways to create still life paintings...
I wonder how you set yourself up to make still life paintings? What lighting you like ...I'm curious :)
thanks for your support,
warm wishes
Denise
Materials used:
Windsor & Newton gouache - amzn.to/46Guj5Z
art creations sketch book - amzn.to/3yxoaw3
watercolour paper -
black fine pen uniball micro - amzn.to/4fDYMFF
This week I'm looking at a bunch of things on my table and trying out ways to create still life paintings...
I wonder how you set yourself up to make still life paintings? What lighting you like ...I'm curious :)
thanks for your support,
warm wishes
Denise
Materials used:
Windsor & Newton gouache - amzn.to/46Guj5Z
art creations sketch book - amzn.to/3yxoaw3
watercolour paper -
black fine pen uniball micro - amzn.to/4fDYMFF
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Видео
Making Changes to a Painting Vlog47 Evelyn Revisited #artist #paintingprocess #acrylicpainting #art
Просмотров 495День назад
Hi Friends, This week I'm revisiting a previously 'finished' painting... and make a few changes to give it a new mood. This painting is currently available ... simply message me via my website www.denisedaffara.com.au www.denisedaffara.com.au/contact.html ... or dm me on instagram @denisedaffaraart... I'm happy to post it within Australia and internationally. The painting is on a cradle panel b...
ARTIST CHAT Vlog 46 MAKE UGLY ART - SELLING YOUR ART - IFS INTERNAL FAMILY SYSTEMS - ART THERAPY
Просмотров 77914 дней назад
Hi Friends, This is a bit of chat... like a podcast really... you could listen to most of it while doing something else... I share a journal page at the end and talk through the arrival of that. 'Make Ugly Art' inspired by a video by Maria Noelle Wurm @marienoellewurm ruclips.net/video/XIFQa3Dpqyk/видео.htmlsi=aJCa9RqzCNTQb9q0 thanks to @tracyverdugo for the referral. The book NO BAD PARTS is b...
ART JOURNAL SKETCH Vlog 45 NEW PAINTINGS FRAMED #exhibitionready #paintings #artwork
Просмотров 1,6 тыс.21 день назад
Hi Friends, This week has 5 little paintings back from the framers.. and 4 will be part of an online exhibition with Petite Collections Au www.petitecollection.com.au The art journal page features a poem by Zanna Keithley ink used: Daler Rowney acrylic ink, paynes grey warm wishes, Denise www.denisedaffara.com.au
PAINTING STILL LIFE AND INTERIORS Vlog 44 Wood & Paper #loose #mixedmedia #colourfulart
Просмотров 1,4 тыс.Месяц назад
Hi Friends A part two I guess from last week... the piece that goes so well with the lady in the blue dress... that I am calling Rochelle. and the one in the video is called 'Note to Self' Keep an eye on my instagram in the next couple of weeks for where and when these pieces will be available. denisedaffaraart Thanks for your kind comments and liking my videos. warmly Denise
PATREON YES or NO - FOMO or JOMO? artist chat
Просмотров 410Месяц назад
Hi Friends, Perhaps the last of this little series for the time being. It's been an interesting exercise to look into this 'window of possibility' and to be honest, I've gently closed it again before moving into the house and make myself all comfy. Sometimes the clarity shows up and you have to take the hint and put your energy into the larger project you have going on and not add too much to t...
WHEN PAINTING LOOSE ELUDES ME Vlog 43 New Paintings #artist #paintingprocess #artmatters #artvlog
Просмотров 742Месяц назад
Hi Friends, This week I share the outcome of making two new paintings... getting ready for a new opportunity.. more news on that in the coming days. Inspired by Matisse.. and two of my own recent paintings... making art that feels free... but also discovering it all got a bit too tight... that elusive quality of painting loose continues to tease me forward. warm wishes Denise If you'd like to s...
PATREON? DO I HAVE TIME TO START A PATREON? Getting ready to do a new thing Artist
Просмотров 305Месяц назад
Hi Friends, One week it's high exciting inspired yay. The next it's uh oh, when is this going to happen? How? What? Why? Do you have time for this? Will anyone come anyway? Just being open with the process... all is well... this is 'as normal as it gets' I imagine. podcast mentioned: Art Horse episode 99... not 19... sorry about that. "Building a better relationship with your creativity" podcas...
CHAIR UPCYCLE PROJECT & Aura goes to Bunnings vlog 42 Odd Wooden Chairs SEWING Tablecloths Winter
Просмотров 386Месяц назад
Hi Friends, This one is not so much art making.. but 'home making' with an up-cycle chair project, and some new tablecloths to make the place feel a bit warmer with the winter months. Aura is the cutest usual.. and so she's featured in this one... turning heads at Bunnings ha! thanks for your support, see you next time, warmly Denise @bunninngswarehouse @spotlightstore
YOUR NUMBERS ARE TOO SMALL FOR PATREON PT 2 Tea House TEA CEREMONY Fill Your Cup INSPIRATION COLLAGE
Просмотров 583Месяц назад
Hi Friends, Here's more chatting about my Patreon idea.. and the inspiration that bubbled up to the surface was that of a beautiful tea house. Beauty, light, inspiration and nurturing time to fill your cup. I'm not sure if anyone reads this part... so let's get into it, love Denise. some of the channels I'm inspired by: @SoulInsightsTarot with Michele Meiche @JuliePoole @PamGregoryOfficial Astr...
STILL LIFE PAINTING LOOSE from a birds eye view Vlog 41 ART FAIR SYDNEY Over 50
Просмотров 2,6 тыс.Месяц назад
Hi Friends, Happy Solstice everyone! Last week's still life painting inspired this week's one... loving the indigo blues and inks... and little elephants are sneaking into the paintings. You'll see snippets of Sydney's Affordable Art Fair.. mainly Stevens Street Gallery as that is where I had my artwork represented. Six pieces sold, so that was a really great outcome. The remainder are currentl...
YOUR NUMBERS ARE TOO SMALL TO START A PATREON Part 1 | over 50 | artist mentor | creativity
Просмотров 667Месяц назад
Hi friends, I'm posting this to give me the incentive to KEEP GOING... I'll share for the next few weeks about the lead up to launching a Patreon membership... I'm trusting that... from little things, big things can grow. I'm growing myself more than an audience at this point... but hopefully it will be a rewarding experience for us both. with love, Denise. www.buymeacoffee.com/denisedaffara ww...
SKETCH BOOK PAGE drops into STILL LIFE PAINTING Vlog 40 | painting loose | Meditative | Artist
Просмотров 2,1 тыс.2 месяца назад
Hi Friends, I felt like this was a bit of a breakthrough painting for me... there's a looseness in my drawing straight onto the board... and then painting that gave me a beautiful meditative experience. Painting a group of things I love having around me in my home... setting that up... and just 'playing' helped this piece to arrive in a gentle evolution that wasn't overly planned. Thanks for su...
PAINT LIKE IT'S YOUR SKETCH BOOK have fun with it. Art Vlog 39 and DD chat about art life
Просмотров 1,3 тыс.2 месяца назад
Hi friends, The first half is the painting of this little pink and green sweetie having tea. The second half is me sharing bits and pieces about art life, showing work at the Affordable Art Fair Sydney (13 - 16 June 2024) and making small art when you don't have the inclination to paint large. The cups may be ordered via red bubble. - link below. Thanks for watching, if you enjoyed it, please l...
HOW IS YOUTUBE GOING Denise? Rode WIRELESS ME mic review Vlog 38
Просмотров 2872 месяца назад
HOW IS RUclips GOING Denise? Rode WIRELESS ME mic review Vlog 38
AFFORDABLE ART FAIR BRISBANE STUDIO DAFFA CERAMICS CAFE SKETCHES Vlog 37
Просмотров 6382 месяца назад
AFFORDABLE ART FAIR BRISBANE STUDIO DAFFA CERAMICS CAFE SKETCHES Vlog 37
STILL LIFE NEEDS TO FEEL ALIVE TO ME Studio Chat Vlog 36 Painting
Просмотров 2,7 тыс.2 месяца назад
STILL LIFE NEEDS TO FEEL ALIVE TO ME Studio Chat Vlog 36 Painting
YOU HAVE IT IN YOU JUST START & LISTEN CAREFULLY Vlog 35 Studio chat while I paint
Просмотров 2,7 тыс.3 месяца назад
YOU HAVE IT IN YOU JUST START & LISTEN CAREFULLY Vlog 35 Studio chat while I paint
CAN YOU LET YOURSELF PLAY A BIGGER GAME? Vlog 34 Studio Chat & Some Jervis Bay walks, NSW, Au
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CAN YOU LET YOURSELF PLAY A BIGGER GAME? Vlog 34 Studio Chat & Some Jervis Bay walks, NSW, Au
PAINT HOW YOU LIKE. KEEP GOING! Vlog 33 Still Life's, Figures, Studio Chats & Tips
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PAINT HOW YOU LIKE. KEEP GOING! Vlog 33 Still Life's, Figures, Studio Chats & Tips
PAINTING NOT WORKING part 2 SHADOWS Vlog 31
Просмотров 1,2 тыс.4 месяца назад
PAINTING NOT WORKING part 2 SHADOWS Vlog 31
PAINTING NOT WORKING? Vlog 30 Winter Evergreens + Studio Chats
Просмотров 2 тыс.4 месяца назад
PAINTING NOT WORKING? Vlog 30 Winter Evergreens Studio Chats
CHANGING A PAINTING and STUDIO ART CHATS 3 - Vlog 29
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CHANGING A PAINTING and STUDIO ART CHATS 3 - Vlog 29
TRANSFORMING GRIEF mini course INTRODUCTION - Holding Space for Grief Using Colour
Просмотров 3455 месяцев назад
TRANSFORMING GRIEF mini course INTRODUCTION - Holding Space for Grief Using Colour
CREATING YOUR WAY As You Go - Vlog 28 + Journal Page - Women's Health/Anxiety
Просмотров 2,2 тыс.5 месяцев назад
CREATING YOUR WAY As You Go - Vlog 28 Journal Page - Women's Health/Anxiety
FINDING YOUR WAY as You Go Vlog 27
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FINDING YOUR WAY as You Go Vlog 27
WORKSHOP JOY Inspired by Aime McNee Art Community vlog 26
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WORKSHOP JOY Inspired by Aime McNee Art Community vlog 26
ART CHALLENGE #20for20ArtChallengeWinter2024 Vlog 25 inspired by the LEARN TO PAINT podcast
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ART CHALLENGE #20for20ArtChallengeWinter2024 Vlog 25 inspired by the LEARN TO PAINT podcast
Thank you Denise! I really loved watching your process throughout this video. I am new to painting and I am really struggling with trying to free myself from rigidity and perfectionism. The concept of "playing" (versus producing something great) is new to me. Thank you for inspiring me to take more risks and to play with painting.
Hi Carolyn, I'm so happy to hear you enjoyed this video, thanks for connecting/commenting. I really hope you can continue to let yourself play... you know... we learn so much better/more when we are relaxed, so there's a great reason to approach our art playfully when we can. warm wishes to you, Denise 🌼🌼🌼
Hi Denise, perhaps if you tried some relaxed line work over your concertina work it might pop though a little more. As always, thank you for sharing your art processes.
thanks Jane... yes... am a great fan of the relaxed line work.... thanks for watching/connecting/commenting, I appreciate it. xx
What a charming concertina book! I love that you decided to tell a story of just what happened (with zoom class being full), and that little dd got to be in it. A little familiar with IFS, very familiar with Inner Family/Inner Child work myself. Thank you for sharing your work 💛
Oh Cassiye, thank you. So lovely to hear you're familiar with IFS and work with your Inner family too, so very special. warmest wishes to you, Denise x 💛
Lovely inspiration
@@kookaburra24 thank you 💚🙏🏻
When I do still life, I tend to work relatively small and put my drawing board or canvas on my lap, leaning on the table holds the still life for the initial drawing, and then work flat when I paint. I do, however primarily paint with watercolor. I tend to use a deeper table and fewer subjects per picture.
Hi Ilah, yes… working small seems easier to me right now… Thanks for sharing your tips x 💚
Lovely. Thankyou.😊🇬🇧
@@curlew-3592 thanks Curlew 🌷🌷🌷
Beautiful!! Where can I purchase them?
@@loribauler7841 on my website Lori Denisedaffara.com.au … let me know if you have any trouble with my site 🙃xx
Thankyou for sharing Denise ❤
@@triciabennetts6578 you’re so welcome Tricia ❤️❤️
I really enjoyed hearing this. Yes, there is a real struggle with accepting the messy and chaotic side of my self. But of course, this is a part of the process and personality traits that permit my creativity.
You make a great point @sararamer-dean, so glad you enjoyed it and thanks for commenting/connecting x
Enjoyed. I feel your pain. ;) I think working with pen (quick sketching) to then add watercolor outside the lines here and there might be an interesting composition and lead to a place where no man has gone before. TY for sharing!!!
Hi Linda... oh yes... something about going outside the lines delights me. :) You're welcome x
I really enjoy your gentle voice and choices of music always. Now I want to try and duplicate today your flower painting and the drawing...both right up my alley! Thanks so much.❤
Hi Bonnie, That's so lovely to hear, thank you. and yay... is good to be inspired to create in our own space and way, love that. You're welcome x
Thankyou for your videos and whilst watching this one l was laughing out loud thinking how much l could relate. That voice in my head tries to wreck my place too 😅
so HAPPY to hear you were laughing out loud! hehe, that makes my day Wendy, thank you. x
I just found your channel and love your work. How did you do the first blue part? Is there a video to show that process?
Welcome Amanda, Thank you. ... there may be other videos with the background - try the previous vlog no 40? ... but it's just using a Sennellier ink...(which is apparently not as permanent as I thought... ) and maybe some fluid paint and making a swirly, playful mess on the board... and see what happens next. Use tools to spread the paint... use your fingers... I'm not doing 'tutorial' videos as such at this stage... merely sharing my work. I am open to creating classes in the future when I have enough demand for them. Warmest wishes to you, Denise.
I can’t get my Windsor newton gouache to reconstitute. Maybe I let them dry out too much but I have not had success with them. Their water color is one of my favorites though.
@@iartedjubiesstudio5008 oh.. I tried spraying the dry palette with water today… that worked! Will see if it continues to do so. 😊
i love your intuitive use of color in your sketchbook and paintings!
thanks so much Jeanette x
Watched on my tv for bigger screen.Such a happy colourful space ❤
@@louisemackay1016 aaaw thanks Louise 💙💚
I love the pen drawing with no color, but I also really love the color and playfulness of the painting in your sketch book. Both are beautiful, just in different ways 😊
@@birdmadgirl7072 thanks Lovely that’s very kind. 🙏🏻💕🌷
What surface are you using?
@@andreatorraca8755 300gsm water colour paper 💚
Can set as birdseye view….below you ,can be interesting, also photo it……..
I reallyliked both examples, but if you're no longer jiving with it I guess it's gotta go. Great video thanks for sharing👌
I love your Vlogs and you have encouraged me to give RUclips a go... which I wouldn't even have considered, before watching your honest and down to earth, channel. I bought a camera and I am learning to use it but being very tech challenged, it's taking a while 😂. Anyway, thanks for being You and just " real", in a world that is becoming so fake and polished that we don't see the reality, that often, anymore. Go You! 🎉🎉🎉
@@4jackstar OMG Tracy that’s so great to hear… and go You, getting a camera… I still use my phone the whole time… I’ve got an slr canon but I just find it that bit harder to organise and then the huge file size Yada yada it’s such a lot to learn!! Really nice of you to connect and share, all the best on your adventure into YT xx
love how you used the digital painting to allow yourself the freedom to experiment with different changes. It turned out beautifully!💚💙💚
Lovely ❤❤❤ you've unspired me to draw in bed, while I'm sic. Thanks for that. Please check out my art channel as well. Hope you like it! ❤ Greetings from Portugal!
HI Denise...I love your videos...can u tell me what type of iPad you use? I'd like to start using it for digital art too..thanks ...u are such an inspiration !!!
@@deborahtaylor7902 hi Deborah .. I use a rather old iPad Pro .. bought it a few years ago.. the largest I could find at the time. Procreate is a great app that I only use the basics of this far. Thanks for connecting .. encouragement always appreciated lol x
Very honest and so true Denise. I seem to have mad squirrels in my head a lot of the time when I’m triggered but am slowly learning to be kind and less judgmental of my efforts. Hi from Canberra
hi there, I hear ya... here's to being kind and less judgmental of our efforts, love that, waving to you from Sydney x
Beautiful you- lovely to sit in with you and hear your musings- powerful healing work doing what you do. I’m going to let my inner child play a bit more as it feels like she’s been banished trying to produce” serious art- which isn’t happening!!!😂🎉
Hiii Shelley, Aww thank you Beautiful You.... thanks so much... I absolutely agree... the need to play is making itself louder and louder for me...I know I'll do well to listen to it. Happy playing with your inner child. Love D xx
Your paintings are gorgeous Denise and I love the frames… the perfect finish.. my fave is ‘Don’t be so Serious’ 💛💛💛 and I loved hearing the poem x
aha, thanks Jenny... that is my favourite too.. and it sold right away on the opening day of FOUND AND FORAGED exhibit. .. oh and yes it's wonderful how Poets put into words our deepest feelings and knowings. xxx
I’m not surprised it was the first to sell ❤ big hugs to you xx
@@jennyr121 thank Jenny xx
How lovely to see your beautiful self and listen to your thoughts ✨✨ so relatable Denise.. I love watching my young granddaughters paint.. straight to the canvas with no hesitation and huge amounts of joy.. they inspire me so much.. I want to be as brave as they are.. I love too what you said about holding your own hand and walking yourself through.. so beautiful 💛 the elephant in the room and the words on the floorboards are wonderful 👏👏👏 thank you for sharing.. you are such a joy xx
Hi Jenny, So lovely to hear from you, thank you for your beautiful thoughts/connection. I love that you paint with your granddaughters, what a magical thing that would be. It's interesting how it takes so much bravery for adults to make art isn't it . Big hug to you xo
So happy to discover your channel.
thank you for saying so @mountainsno, Welcome x
absolutely beautiful! thank you
WOW!! thank you for being authentically you
Hello Mimi, thanks so much for visiting/appreciating. warm wishes to you, Denise 💚
Me likee! Onward!
hehe, thanks Linda ... yessss Onward xo
Absolutely. Whether a professional artist or not, it is the same for many. Part of it, is the wrong way we feel towards art practice, that the end result is the thing, it's actually the journey, the learning, the mistakes that breed creativity, no rules, no restraints. Some like me, find an inner critic that just goes into overdrive when we are loose and playful, but those are the times I feel the flow of creativity, and produce the work I love the most, once ive faced my inner critic of course 😅. People create art in many different ways, some people's art practice just wouldn't work for me, I need freedom, and if my inner critic has his way, he will stop that flow. It's an ongoing battle within myself I've always had, but I recognise that and have learned some tools to overcome it sometimes.
Well said John, thanks for taking the time to comment and share your thoughts. warm wishes, Denise
You're awesome. Showing Up. 💜💜💜
thanks dear Linda, I SO appreciate your kindness and connection, love Denise x
Sitting in my studio listening to you is fav thank you for your thoughts. I have been struggling with health issues for 18mouths and it has changed me and my art process. I’m hard on myself to paint every day. I have to let my mind and body rest. I just brought The Artist Way all I have to do now is read it heheh .. love this conversation we are all doing our best but also bullying ourselves. Much love from NZ
Hi Karlena, Thanks for your lovely note and kindness. Health issues are really challenging ... they can take up quite a bit of mental energy, especially navigating the 'interesting' medical systems we have that might not be fully resonant with what we would prefer for our body. It's SO WEIRD isn't it how HARD we can beee on ourselves, like wtaf? .... you said it right.. there is sometimes a bully in residence within.,.. in my case it makes up what I think is perceived from outside... I mean... that's helpful right? haha So glad you got something from this video...it's lovely to hear from you, Love to you in NZ, Denise xx
@@DeniseDaffara yes exactly I’ve always been extremely strong mentally but the constant stress of been chronically ill for 18 months and no doctor can give me a diagnosis correctly has mentally changed me. Also has impacted my career as an artist I’m teaching a watercolour class next week at the gallery and I’m just nervous I’m gonna be very ill it holds me back. I have plans of building an art retreat I’m blessed to own a beautiful property with native bush nice new studio this should be the happiest time in my life but no.. our health is our wealth xxx
Such a beautifully gentle and interesting video to watch Denise. With added synchronicity that I have been studying Internal Family Systems over the past few months through courses with Lissa Rankin, some of which have included the participation and live student demonstrations with Frank Anderson and Dick Schwartz himself. I am in the middle of developing a collection of paintings (which may also become an Oracle deck at some point) on Healing the Heart and I am currently doing an IFS course with Lissa on that subject. So everything fits together and I was so fascinated that you are interested and exploring this way of understanding the self an artist as well. I also relate to the tension between creating art straight from the heart and making art to sell. Although as a trained Intentional Creativity teacher, like yourself, I still feel that the two are more closely interwoven than we often allow ourselves to believe. I am also still pondering the Patreon dilemma but have decided, for now, to rent a small studio space in the nearby town and start off by teaching expressive art and writing with oracle cards to small groups in person. I have had a lot of positive response so far and I am hoping that the energy from this endeavour will guide me as to how I might proceed in the best way online. I'm loving your RUclips videos and grateful for all that you share and all that you are, naturally, as yourself.
thanks very much Melanie for your kindness and shared happenings... so lovely to hear what you're up to. Aha... I didn't know Lissa Rankin was teaching around IFS work, Healing the Heart course sounds wonderful.., I've been really enjoying Richard's demo's too... amazing to be able to find them on youtube. I agree.. it's all interwoven.. 'no separation' Good on you, renting a studio space locally... that sounds exciting... and in person classes are the bee's knee's if people can get along to those, very generous of you to create that opportunity, I hope it goes really really well for you. thanks for sharing/connecting, it means a lot. best, Denise xx
Playing is powerful, you should do more of it. Playing brings ideas and nourishment to yourself and carries through into your work and life. It is never a waste of time to indulge in yourself each day, it is never a selfish thing because you are worth it.
@@rossiej100 thank you Rossie 🙏🏻
Denise. I adore your work and sharing. Can u tell me if u prefer wood over canvas? I’m learning so much from u. Thanks ! Hugs and love
Hi Deborah, I do prefer wood over canvas... I still use canvas sometimes.. and it's probably lighter to post when larger paintings are involved... but for smaller ones... wood is my absolute fave.
Awww love the poem drawing set to music!
As she sits at the end of this Vlog Clara is gorgeous, with her pink striped chaise lounge and pretty floral gown. Will be interesting to continue watching to see where she ends up 💖The canvas has already come a long way from the original painting - thank you for sharing this process. Love the pose of the Elena figure.
@@debraviccars7584 thanks Debra 🌷🌷💕
Denise, will you tell us about your frames? Do you build them ? Purchase from ? I can’t find any wholesale and all seem so expensive. Your paintings all look magnificent with or without the frames but the frames really are a cherry on top. Thank you for sharing your work with us
Hi Kym, These frames are made from oak I believe... in Australia, responsibly sourced I am assured - and made by a professional framer. I think in the last few years framing has become more expensive... actually it's concerning... as we need our trees alive more than surrounding our art if I'm honest... so it's definitely helpful when plantation timber is used, a BIG TIP i can give you... seek out the package of frame + canvas/board ALREADY DONE... the difference in pricing from 'taking art to the framers' and buying the surface already framed is HUGE... I'm not sure why... except for 'economy of scale' in their production?? I'm in Australia... there are a few companies starting to make this kind of 'package deal' available.. but for sure.. if you can find a wholesale option that could be good for you. Speak to your local framers and tell them what you'd like... 'the pale coloured wood, float frame' is very popular in Australia for the last several years actually... not sure how long that will last... what I like about it compared to black or white or painted frames... if you get a little paint on it, you can usually give it a light sand and it's good as new.... whereas, painted ones.. if scratched.. are all but ruined. I don't have the equipment or the patience to make my own frames. If you'd like the name of the framer I used... shoot me an email, or via my website www.denisedaffara.com.au xo
just love all your videos Denise! can u tell me do u use acrylic gouache or soft,or r hard body etc.. are they very different? i'm not crazy about hard body..also do u use a medium to thin them out? thanks!
Hi Deborah, welcome I use a bunch of different paints depending on the effect I want, but mostly... soft/flow type ones are good for coverage.. gouache is great for a matte look ... I used to use a lot of heavy body.. that is great if you want texture, say if you want to use a palette knife and have thicker paint laid on. ... I don't generally use mediums to thin things out... I start with the kind of paint and texture I want. (I will admit... I have FAR too many options, and I really admire the artists who stick mostly with the primaries and mix all their own colours... when I grow up, I might do that more ha!) .. thanks for connecting... and you've given me a good question to cover in a future video... warm wishes, Denise x
@@DeniseDaffara thanks so much. I adore your style. And would love a video on your supplies! I am an art junkie too. Omg. So much stuff. I’m binge watching your u tube. Love them all
@@deborahtaylor7902 haha that’s high praise… I binge watch Sandi Hester’s vids when I found her too. The time flies.. but having great art inspiration fills my heart xx
Hi Denise. New subscriber here ..I just found your channel and really enjoying your words and work! its beautiful..I can very much relate to you thoughts about grief...I am an artist also and it is literally art therapy for me.. ps..can u help me understand how create this painting? It seems like you carve it out of your background and that seems so hard to me! beautiful work! thanks!! healing vibes to you!
HI Deborah... the 'finding the painting' in the background is just one of the ways I really love painting, I've been painting for a long time... 24+ years.. so... I've tried many ways of making a painting... and this is just one of the ones I return to as I enjoy the spontaneity of marks it gives me. If you watch more of my videos you might see the technique repeated... it's all about finding the ways You LOVE to make a painting.. and expanding on those.. I'm a life long learner.. so I enjoy having a variety of options to choose from. I'm considering creating some online courses in due course. warmest wishes Denise
I have not used Procreate but watching this I can see a definite advantage for problem solving 💖
Beautiful, thank you for this gift of a vlog. Your paintings look great framed, I love how they arrived in the world, seeing and listening to your act of creativity. ❤
Hi Melina, Thank you for the gift of appreciation :) It's heart warming to hear that the vlog/art is enjoyed. Thanks for your support. warmest wishes to you Lovely. xo 💚🌼
I found your post while doing my A.M. web surf .…Truer words so good to share. I wish I had seen this at 20. I continue to explore my art but so random. You have inspired me to keep on the artists journey so far to go so fun to explore. thanks ! Beth -
your videos always inspire to pull out some supplies and create. Thank you for sharing your process both visual and mental with us!
Hello there Jeanette, how are you doing?
Oh! Love your framed pieces! Awesome! Happy art making, Denise! :)
you should drop a link to her instagram in your more section. Her words resonate with my soul and I thank you so much for sharing this with us!!🌠🌟
The framing really is the icing on the art cake. I have a couple of questions: I noticed that you don't sign your work, I'd be interested to know why you choose to not do it? Secondly, do you varnish your paintings? and the reason why yes or no? I enjoyed watching the sketchbook spread.
Hi Blue Wren, I agree... re framing. I doooo sign my work, most often I sgraffito carve it into wet paint at the lower right hand corner.. it can be very subtle and 'quiet' depending on under layer of paint or sometimes I might use a sharp pencil or fine black pen... I do believe in signing my work.. but I quite dislike it when a signature is too 'loud' Varnish : yes, I'm keen on water based satin varnish for the last few years... I had a 'gloss period' .. but now I like the in between... 'Liquitex Satin Varnish'. I've just bought a can of spray satin varnish... and fixative also... so I may use that in some future pieces if there is a lot of loose medium on them like neo colour II crayons and water colour pencils. thanks for connecting, Denise x
@@DeniseDaffara Ah, I can see the signature now. On the video it is most visible on the painting with the two ladies (bottom left). I hope you didn't think that my comment re signing was judgey, as it wasn't meant to be. A lot of artists choose not to sign their work on the front and I think that decision is a personal one. I really am just intrigued as to why people make the choices they make and it makes me examine why I do the things I do. I agree with you that subtle is the way to go with signatures. I think gloss varnish works really well in paintings where there is a lot of transparency as it can add depth and really glow up those transparent layers, but I agree with opaque paintings like the framed ones it can make them look a bit "plasticky" with acrylic. Satin is a nice balance. I really love the matte look of gouache, but I think it has an inherent luminosity that acrylic with a matte varnish doesn't really have. Then again, there are instances where a really matte look is just what's needed. Different work needs different approaches - it's what keeps us artists on our toes and makes the whole thing fun.
@@bluewren65 oh I didn’t think anything judgey was intended.. I really appreciate these conversations.. life long learning ☺️