Abstract Landscape Painting: From Photo to Artistic Expression

Watch as I take an ordinary landscape photo and transform it into a captivating abstract landscape painting.
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In this video, I'll use acrylic paints to create a unique composition that showcases the beauty of nature in a more abstract and expressive way.
Before diving into the painting process, I like to warm up by sketching some ideas in my sketchbook. It helps me explore different compositions and experiment with the elements I want to emphasize in my painting.
I've chosen a recent photo for this painting featuring a majestic mountain and neighborhood houses. My goal is to capture the essence of this landscape while incorporating abstract elements that push the boundaries of traditional representation.
Here is the palette of acrylic paints I use:
Cadmium orange
Alizarin crimson
Pyrrole red - amzn.to/3OISGZA
Hooker’s green - amzn.to/43w3f6F
Bright aqua green - amzn.to/3IEX7Rr
Prussian blue
Titanium white
Yellow ochre
Lime green
Burnt sienna
For this painting, I focus on breaking down the composition into shapes and lines. I start by loosely sketching the mountain and houses, keeping in mind the abstract direction I want to take.
Using a 2.5-inch brayer - amzn.to/40Qruuy, flat brush and a filbert brush, I layer the acrylic paints, applying them with varying thickness and blending them to create depth and texture. I let my intuition guide me as I make artistic choices, allowing the colors and forms to interact in unexpected ways.
And by the end, I create an abstract landscape painting inspired by the original photo. By combining elements from the photo with my own artistic interpretation, I've created a visually captivating piece that captures the essence of the scene in a unique and expressive way.
Thank you for joining me on this creative journey. I hope this video has inspired you to explore the world of abstract landscape painting and experiment with acrylic paints. Remember, art is a beautiful expression of our perception, and abstract landscapes offer endless opportunities for personal interpretation. Keep on painting!
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