Mini Lesson with Flora Bowley : 5 Ways to Begin a Painting

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  • Опубликовано: 25 дек 2024

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  • @MindyZielfelderArt
    @MindyZielfelderArt 4 года назад +14

    Thank you - such fun! I also like to work with "dirty water." I'll keep old water, which is in different shades depending on what you're using for paints, or I'll mix it fresh, and pour it onto the canvas, then let it sit overnight. It creates all these unique shapes and blends.

    • @allisonjames2923
      @allisonjames2923 2 года назад +1

      Wow. That’s an interesting idea!

    • @CindyLejeune
      @CindyLejeune 2 года назад +1

      Do you have a RUclips video? Great idea you have with the paint water

  • @Chuso_Skever
    @Chuso_Skever 4 года назад +1

    Let it goooo! Let it gooo!! I see brushes everywhere I go-o-oo!!!

  • @oliviawalker4166
    @oliviawalker4166 3 года назад

    I always learn something from Flora. I’ve watched her videos for several years.

  • @carolynmorley7173
    @carolynmorley7173 5 лет назад +3

    I absolutely love your work and methods. Seeing you makes me think about how proud your mother was of you. You are such an inspiration.

  • @massosportdc6048
    @massosportdc6048 4 года назад +4

    You and your art are a breath of fresh air. Your transformed the meaning of creativity for me. Thank you!!!!

  • @anastasiarose9003
    @anastasiarose9003 4 года назад +1

    Beautiful music. Thank you for the tutorial. It is good to start fresh. I have been painting for my whole life, especially the last 25 years and this is fun. Brings the joy.

  • @katievr9249
    @katievr9249 2 года назад

    I let the song direct my whole painting yesterday, it was enya, before I ever heard of this video or knew anything of you.I think it’s the best method, frees you up so much. I made such a great abstract/intuitive painting that way. I feel absolutely seen looking at your books and videos tonite, someone understands how I do things.

  • @beatrizgavinho502
    @beatrizgavinho502 2 года назад

    Wonderful Flora... thanks!

  • @leeojascastro711
    @leeojascastro711 3 года назад

    Love that deep yellow candle!

  • @mariakapatos9545
    @mariakapatos9545 Год назад

    So enjoyed the ways to start a painting thank you Flora

  • @candacekerber8896
    @candacekerber8896 6 лет назад +6

    This is wonderful Flora!!!! Thank you for your inspiration, encouragement and generosity in sharing!

  • @midnitemoon577
    @midnitemoon577 3 года назад

    Love these ways to start paintings! Can't wait to try each one. Thank you so much for sharing with us!
    💕💥💕

  • @dianecharest8365
    @dianecharest8365 8 месяцев назад

    Thank you Fiona. I just came across you today and glad i did. I love your style.

  • @juliawalsh7934
    @juliawalsh7934 8 лет назад +41

    I've been painting for about 24 years and it's good to get back to some basics. This helps me to clear the visual palette and begin again with the joy of a child.

    • @florabowleydesigns
      @florabowleydesigns  8 лет назад +3

      Hi Julia, this makes me happy to hear! Yes to getting back to the childlike joy that comes from playing in the paint! xo Flora

  • @debrathain
    @debrathain 3 года назад

    I love it! And you! How fun!

  • @berniesteadman7676
    @berniesteadman7676 2 года назад

    Inspirational, thank you Flora

  • @ellioteggler4464
    @ellioteggler4464 6 лет назад +2

    Thanks for the reminder to paint at different speeds.

  • @rachellpaula3859
    @rachellpaula3859 2 года назад

    Thank you Flora!

  • @GinaHaffie
    @GinaHaffie 8 лет назад +1

    absolutely a divine gift to find you ...... thanks for sharing your joy and passion and happy!

    • @florabowleydesigns
      @florabowleydesigns  8 лет назад

      Thanks Gina! Happy you found and enjoyed this video! xo Flora

  • @barbmclean1722
    @barbmclean1722 6 лет назад +1

    Thank you Flora...it’s nice that you showed us how you start your paintings. I just love your work😃

  • @wildstarmakers
    @wildstarmakers 2 года назад

    you had me at Rising Appalachia. Great and inspiring video.

  • @vel0811
    @vel0811 Год назад

    Thanks for these suggestions. I was already doing the final one, but on a much smaller scale (junk journal covers, collages etc.). I can't wait to try the others!

  • @vonlossberg
    @vonlossberg 5 лет назад +4

    No wonder your name is Flora..you show people how to grow like a beautiful flower they are inside. So fun to see the end of all the versions..that is what I do too. Bless you angel lady!

  • @peteskyrunner4845
    @peteskyrunner4845 Год назад

    That was a great tutorial. I've just subscribed :-). Please do more.

  • @flamencoartsandmusic4487
    @flamencoartsandmusic4487 7 лет назад +1

    Hello Flora, Thank you so much for this free mini lesson. I appreciate this gift. Bought your first book in 2013 and immediately fell in love with your style, process, and philosophy. I made a mental note to study with you; but too many distractions kept me away from this pursuit. Then last week, I came across information about your 2nd book. I immediately bought it. I've been sitting on this book for a few days, wondering how I could start to paint in your style. The universe must have heard my inner dialog, and tonight, it brought me a gift - this video on RUclips, which just popped up on my screen (I was watching another artist doing Layering with acrylics.) I am very grateful and very happy to have received this video with information on how to get started. Really appreciate you sharing your talent freely. I hope someday I have the opportunity to take a class from you in person. Till then, I'll be following your Studio Diaries online. Thank You, Namaste. :-) tina

  • @raerae6422
    @raerae6422 2 года назад

    Omg, so appreciatetive of your tips. You are a wonder to behold 🙌

  • @susanvanduijkeren5695
    @susanvanduijkeren5695 6 лет назад +1

    I love your technices, thanks very much for sharing the startings!! I paint for more than 20 years, and also paint sometimes with music on, but never used the music at the start, love it!!!

  • @ikabroukman6012
    @ikabroukman6012 5 лет назад

    Thanks for sharing your wisdom.

  • @vickifallon9182
    @vickifallon9182 7 лет назад

    Flora I have been following you for a while now and you continue to inspire me. I enjoy abstract and mixed media and you cover both with your tutorial,s for me to expand my ideas to flow.

  • @esmedessine8711
    @esmedessine8711 4 года назад

    Thank you Flora🌞

  • @dianecourtney2724
    @dianecourtney2724 11 месяцев назад

    I’m new to painting and this helped me 🥰✌🏼

  • @rolandanielsjamie
    @rolandanielsjamie 5 лет назад

    Rising Appalachia is one of my faves!! What a fun way to paint

  • @wendysartsparks
    @wendysartsparks 8 лет назад +2

    thankyou thankyou Flora - I really needed this inspiration today! xo

  • @Parharley
    @Parharley 5 лет назад +6

    "I'll Fly Away" is an old gospel song. Love it. Great video.

  • @gbear768
    @gbear768 7 лет назад +3

    how inspiring! Im definitely going to try every one of these beginnings!

  • @allisonjames2923
    @allisonjames2923 2 года назад

    Would love to see how they all ended up. Thank you for the ideas 😊

  • @NicKleemann
    @NicKleemann 8 лет назад +2

    Thank you!!! I finally got started on my first canvases. Loved to paint and dance to your playlists.

  • @jim7684
    @jim7684 7 лет назад +1

    A big thumbs up for your inspiring tutorials thank you so much

  • @merlinporterarts
    @merlinporterarts 7 лет назад

    Fab video...such diversity and playful encouragement!

  • @RBrown-zl6wo
    @RBrown-zl6wo 3 года назад

    Super enjoyed!

  • @marilynbarker8255
    @marilynbarker8255 4 года назад

    I like it!! Good exercise ideas for getting started! Thanks!

  • @kathleenstrode455
    @kathleenstrode455 6 лет назад

    Love how you do what you do.....trying to understand the intuitive process...started late in life with being creative..very very mind elevating..love colors..thank you ! You Tube has been my instructure !

  • @kriswashburn274
    @kriswashburn274 9 месяцев назад

    Thanks for sharing this. 😊

  • @melodybeierly7222
    @melodybeierly7222 6 лет назад +10

    Oh my gosh you're so much fun! I love that you dance and just let go, I subbed as soon as you started dancing. Great song, too! Great inspiration thank you.

  • @lorikurtzlarkin3141
    @lorikurtzlarkin3141 5 лет назад +1

    Thanks to you Flora; I just discovered you today when I searched 'intuitive painting.' LOVE these videos and your work is stellar!

  • @girllovesbike5597
    @girllovesbike5597 8 лет назад +2

    Thank you for sharing this Flora!💜

  • @debtempleton9424
    @debtempleton9424 6 лет назад +2

    Just found this clip Flora - thank you so much. I love your painting style. Your work is drop dead gorgeous. Cheers, DEB T

  • @judithgillam5074
    @judithgillam5074 5 лет назад +1

    Just loved this video . Fantastic advice and so helpful to see you actually demonstrating each approach . Thank you so much . Kind regards - Judi - Australia

  • @mariecummings7290
    @mariecummings7290 7 лет назад

    Fast and intuitive. Thanks.

  • @daniellemolenaar
    @daniellemolenaar 4 года назад

    Wonderful. Thank you!

  • @judyschiavone3962
    @judyschiavone3962 6 лет назад

    Great work ...and very nice music

  • @creativejazzpianistrobertr2172
    @creativejazzpianistrobertr2172 5 лет назад

    Enjoyed very much Flora--U R SO CREATIVE-- Smart and so many ideas :) tks

  • @annairena8979
    @annairena8979 4 года назад

    This is wonderful to see. It brings joy , no fear. And you are a very beautiful woman too. :)

  • @tess2626
    @tess2626 8 лет назад +2

    Really great video! Especially for people like me that are full of fear of the canvas. Thank you!

    • @florabowleydesigns
      @florabowleydesigns  8 лет назад +1

      Thank you Tess, so glad you enjoyed this video! Hope you're able to shake the fears and use some of these tips to get you going! xo Flora

    • @tess2626
      @tess2626 8 лет назад +1

      You give me hope!

  • @tess2626
    @tess2626 7 лет назад +1

    Love this!!! Thank you.

  • @willdixon9525
    @willdixon9525 8 лет назад +6

    Nice video, love the song also. good energy.

  • @ajaylack4252
    @ajaylack4252 6 лет назад

    I am captivated by your whole process. Thanks for sharing these techniques. I just purchased your book and am eagerly awaiting delivery.

  • @inspiredflower
    @inspiredflower 8 лет назад +3

    Thanks for inspiring me to let go....❤️

  • @JenStorerAuthor_GirlandDuck
    @JenStorerAuthor_GirlandDuck 8 лет назад +4

    Totally gorgeous in every way. Thank you!!

  • @ingerlisegaarder268
    @ingerlisegaarder268 6 лет назад

    Flora u are an inspiring artist. Thank u 🙆🏻‍♀️🙆‍♂️

  • @simaabedini3617
    @simaabedini3617 5 лет назад

    This is what I need since I have not done anything for long time .🙂

  • @EvieD
    @EvieD 4 года назад

    It's a joy to watch you work. I have always wondered how canvases are affixed to the wall to allow painting for large pieces. It seems very stable. Is there a trick (hopefully this is not a silly question - I am coming back to painting from many years away).

  • @irmamunoz2912
    @irmamunoz2912 6 лет назад

    Muy simpática flora me gusta mucho tu trabajo saludos flora mucho éxito

  • @angelikisferopoulou3474
    @angelikisferopoulou3474 Месяц назад

    🛸 Amazing..✨ ✨ Thank You ❤

  • @whyducks1
    @whyducks1 8 лет назад

    Loved these ideas, but what would be the next stage please? That is where I would be stuck. x

    • @florabowleydesigns
      @florabowleydesigns  8 лет назад

      Hi Kathy! If you're interested in more intuitive painting videos (and how to finish a painting!), visit my website to learn all about Studio Diaries: florabowley.com/studio-diaries/current-diaries/ There's even a free sample Diary there! xo flora

    • @whyducks1
      @whyducks1 8 лет назад

      Wow oh Thank you so much Flora. I will certainly take a look Thank you x

  • @giliarmson7293
    @giliarmson7293 2 года назад

    So just various mark making exercises !

  • @brendaoquin
    @brendaoquin 7 лет назад

    Wonderful video and great suggestions. What colors do you use to paint the edges?

  • @CindyLejeune
    @CindyLejeune 5 лет назад +1

    How much do you get for your paintings ? I love how happy you are and I love the paintings.

    • @florabowleydesigns
      @florabowleydesigns  2 года назад +1

      Hi dear, you can find my available work here: florabowley.com/available-work/

    • @CindyLejeune
      @CindyLejeune 2 года назад

      @@florabowleydesigns thank you so very much

  • @GayleReicheltArt
    @GayleReicheltArt 5 лет назад +2

    I love these and plan to try them. Just curious, how do you then proceed?

    • @florabowleydesigns
      @florabowleydesigns  2 года назад

      Check out my online courses, especially the Bloom True E-Course, to learn how to make a full sized intuitive painting from start to finish: florabowley.com/online-learning/ecourse/

  • @murryumm445
    @murryumm445 7 лет назад

    hi there what paints are you using? they look quite the funky! haha

  • @LittleCherryHill
    @LittleCherryHill 8 лет назад

    Thank you for sharing these little tutorials with us!! I am in the middle of watching your creative bug tutorial - so much fun! Can I ask what the turquoise looking fluid colour is called, that you used on your last canvas?? I must have it - such a vibrant blue! love it!

    • @florabowleydesigns
      @florabowleydesigns  8 лет назад +1

      So happy you're enjoying them! I think the turquoise hue you're referring to is Golden Turquois (Phthalo) or the blue hue I love is Golden Prussian Blue. I hope that helps! xo flora

    • @LittleCherryHill
      @LittleCherryHill 8 лет назад +1

      Thank you :)

  • @karinberger2964
    @karinberger2964 8 лет назад +2

    I love the first song....which Band is this?
    Thank you
    Your pictures are great!!!!

    • @florabowleydesigns
      @florabowleydesigns  8 лет назад

      Hi Karin, glad you like it, me too! It's called, 'I'll Fly Away' by Rising Appalachia. xo Flora

  • @katievr9249
    @katievr9249 2 года назад

    also you have the best taste in music.

  • @minihoney13
    @minihoney13 5 лет назад

    I so love your work and your methods, Flora, you're inspirational. I just love watching your 'flow' Do you sand your canvas? 🤔 However, my paints don't seem to flow like yours and retain their colour. Do I really need to spend out on Golden paints? I'm using Daler rowney and similar, mixed with fluid medium sometimes. Where am I going wrong?

  • @22222murray
    @22222murray 8 лет назад +1

    I love the idea of working with your fingers and hands. I've been reluctant to do this on a regular basis so with Invisible Care that will be helpful. Where can I find this? I have an amazing skin technology product that is good for dry and chapped skin, as afterwards, but Invisible Care sounds like the perfect product to use before. You can abandon your hands to the paint and movement. Wonderful.

    • @florabowleydesigns
      @florabowleydesigns  8 лет назад

      Hi Eileen, Invisible Care can be found at DickBlick.com - Dick Blick Art Materials‎. Happy Painting~ xo Flora

  • @moisessambo4057
    @moisessambo4057 3 года назад

    we need to do workshop...many things i need to now...

    • @florabowleydesigns
      @florabowleydesigns  2 года назад

      I'll be posting upcoming workshops soon! florabowley.com/workshops

  • @guadatagalogpante1163
    @guadatagalogpante1163 8 лет назад

    I love your work so much Flora. I'm an intuitive artist too and I'm learning a lot from your videos and looking at your art. I hope to really meet you one day!

    • @florabowleydesigns
      @florabowleydesigns  8 лет назад

      Hello Guada! I mount the canvas on the wall with two screws, or you could use nails. For my palette, I actually just put a large piece of glass right on top of a table! It works great:) I hope that helps! xo flora

  • @fingcat
    @fingcat 8 лет назад

    Hi Flora, I was wondering what kind of paints you use? Are they acrylics? I've just discovered your website and everything, haven't tried intuitive painting yet but very keen to give it a go, you're very inspiring, thanks for posting these vids :)

    • @florabowleydesigns
      @florabowleydesigns  8 лет назад

      Yep they're acrylics! So happy that you're enjoying the videos--there are more freebies on my website too! Click here: florabowley.com/diaries/sample-studio-diary/ xo flora

  • @ericatfresco5691
    @ericatfresco5691 8 лет назад

    Hi Flora! I love your work!! So much!

    • @florabowleydesigns
      @florabowleydesigns  8 лет назад

      Hi Erica,
      Thanks for writing! I understand your need and would like to accommodate. Right now we are building an e-course which takes up much of my time. I will make a note to look into future options for subtitles. Sending love! xo Flora

    • @ericatfresco5691
      @ericatfresco5691 8 лет назад

      thank you so much!!

    • @ThePetravic
      @ThePetravic 5 лет назад

      Flora Bowley Hi Flora! Your style has all my attention! That is the attitude i like in respect to art, a natural flow! Do you have classes on line? If so let me have information regarding this. Your answer is appeciated! Thanks from Puerto Rico!

  • @anuradhabhalla5483
    @anuradhabhalla5483 5 лет назад

    Hi Flora. I love 💕love. How u paint. Your techniques nd so freely nd beautiful colourful it turns out ... do u gesso the canvas before u start or raw canvas ... u said u use acrylics fluid .. any medium added

  • @debterry1007
    @debterry1007 8 лет назад +1

    Hi Flora.... I know you like to use your fingers alot when you paint... do you ever have any trouble with the chemicals in the paint.. ? I don't see you use rubber gloves.... but do you use that lotion Art Guard i think its called... does it work??? I would love to paint with my fingers but am worried about it............Hugs! deb

    • @florabowleydesigns
      @florabowleydesigns  8 лет назад +3

      Hi Deb! I always use 'Invisible Care' before I begin a painting, so if I feel like using my hands in the moment, I'm protected:) xo flora

  • @mariabanholzer5960
    @mariabanholzer5960 Год назад

    🙏🙏🙏💖frim South of France ☀️

  • @Andeana13
    @Andeana13 7 лет назад

    thankyou so much

  • @_Y___
    @_Y___ 2 года назад

    Subtítulos en español please ✨💓✨

  • @pomponettedetriana1879
    @pomponettedetriana1879 6 лет назад

    hello Flora thanks a lot for your transmision. can toi translate tours videos in french please? ? ans is it possible to translate your lessons by month too? ? thank you very much Amandine

  • @stoneycase5440
    @stoneycase5440 4 года назад

    I really hate the term "mark making". Not exactly sure why. Love this video tho!

  • @gypsysnickerdoodle4354
    @gypsysnickerdoodle4354 5 лет назад

    I have a new album tonight
    THANK YOU!

  • @saschamudge2311
    @saschamudge2311 7 лет назад

    Thankyou

  • @johncastle8254
    @johncastle8254 6 лет назад

    Did you find that cd in a skip behind a thrift store .

  • @petrafreis5586
    @petrafreis5586 Год назад

  • @Fers_Ibarra
    @Fers_Ibarra 4 года назад

    I cant feel it 😔

  • @leetravathan
    @leetravathan 5 лет назад +3

    You are my kind of artist. This is the way I paint and have for a long time. And, strangely, you and I could be sisters. LOL Similar look. Tribal? Hmmmmmm...

  • @macchiato021
    @macchiato021 6 лет назад

    You are incredible ,,,,,, come paint with me !,,,,,

  • @amitapopli5986
    @amitapopli5986 4 года назад

    u r too gud

  • @yvesfremin4388
    @yvesfremin4388 5 лет назад

    Quel plaisir de barbouiller ! Yves Frémin, peintre à Plouézec (Côtes d'Armor)
    ruclips.net/video/cud81FvMd0Y/видео.html

  • @dianecharest8365
    @dianecharest8365 8 месяцев назад

    Sorry Flora. Lol
    Thought it was Fiona.

  • @CobraDove1111
    @CobraDove1111 6 лет назад +6

    Is this a joke??

  • @marciabradley7660
    @marciabradley7660 4 года назад

    I tell my students they have to be willing to ruin their work

  • @mariarascon5031
    @mariarascon5031 Год назад

    19:58 Se escribe 'Easy peasy'.
    En español: 'Pan comido'.