Hey there, since you like this lesson, I wanted to invite you to my FREE online abstract 4-day painting challenge from September 3-6, 2024. Here's the link if you want to join:) santafepaintingworkshops.com/abstract-floral-challenge-yt
Great! Have fun! And if you want to learn more from me, I doing a FREE online challenge from September 3-6, 2024. Here's the link if you want to join:) santafepaintingworkshops.com/abstract-floral-challenge-yt
@@andreacermanskipainting what I normally see is people pouring paint sturing it round and calling it abstract, 2 or 3 times I have asked what it is abstracted from but no reply.
Great question@@petergates7962. There are different types of abstraction. Some people abstract figures or flowers, while others do non-representational, which is not meant to resemble anything in real life. So my guess is that they were doing non-representational, and my example is the same. Thanks for your question!
Hey Peter, Since you like this video, I wanted to invite you to my FREE online abstract 4-day painting challenge from September 3-6, 2024. Here's the link if you want to join:) santafepaintingworkshops.com/abstract-floral-challenge-yt
If I cannot devote a few hours totally to this piece, can I do it in sections, with a bit of new wet colors applied to continue the blending, in my next session? It's a busy holiday week! Thanks .
Great question! Yes, that's exactly right. You can re-wet your colors so that you can blend. I rarely do a painting all in one shot, so I totally support doing it in multiple working sessions!
It's totally ok! I would expect everyone's version to be totally different. The important thing is that you learn the techniques. Scumbling is such a good one, and one that I use a lot!
I don't usually add more gesso because I often have so many layers that it's not necessary. But there are some artists who like to put multiple layers of gesso even onto a pre-gessoed canvas. It's up to you and what works best for your process.
Andrea, I recently did your abstract botanical workshop. I never would have attempted this without your inspiration. It took me a while to work out my art, which was entirely different from everyone else's. Thank you for inspiring me. Attaching my final piece. ❤️
I love the depth you’ve created on this piece! I also admire anyone who can talk while they’re painting lol!
Thanks! I usually have a hard time painting and talking at the same time too! I think when I just paint shapes and lines it's easier :)
Hey there, since you like this lesson, I wanted to invite you to my FREE online abstract 4-day painting challenge from September 3-6, 2024. Here's the link if you want to join:) santafepaintingworkshops.com/abstract-floral-challenge-yt
Right! I hate talking while painting. My grandson has his computer in a part of my studio. He doesn't dare to talk to me😅😅😅
I'm def loving the blues. My favorite color. I like the appearance of more depth that shows up with the light/dark contrasts.
I totally agree! Thanks for the comment!
Love this and want to try it. Thanks. 😊
Great! Have fun! And if you want to learn more from me, I doing a FREE online challenge from September 3-6, 2024. Here's the link if you want to join:) santafepaintingworkshops.com/abstract-floral-challenge-yt
One of the better abstracts I've seen, thank you 😁
Wow, thank you! I appreciate that! Be sure to check out the next 2 videos which will reveal more techniques and how it develops!
@@andreacermanskipainting what I normally see is people pouring paint sturing it round and calling it abstract, 2 or 3 times I have asked what it is abstracted from but no reply.
Great question@@petergates7962. There are different types of abstraction. Some people abstract figures or flowers, while others do non-representational, which is not meant to resemble anything in real life. So my guess is that they were doing non-representational, and my example is the same. Thanks for your question!
Hey Peter, Since you like this video, I wanted to invite you to my FREE online abstract 4-day painting challenge from September 3-6, 2024. Here's the link if you want to join:) santafepaintingworkshops.com/abstract-floral-challenge-yt
If I cannot devote a few hours totally to this piece, can I do it in sections, with a bit of new wet colors applied to continue the blending, in my next session? It's a busy holiday week! Thanks .
Great question! Yes, that's exactly right. You can re-wet your colors so that you can blend. I rarely do a painting all in one shot, so I totally support doing it in multiple working sessions!
My version looks weird! But I did like the effect of the "scumbling" technique.
It's totally ok! I would expect everyone's version to be totally different. The important thing is that you learn the techniques. Scumbling is such a good one, and one that I use a lot!
Dark colors are in the foreground and light colors are in the background.
In my demo painting? I think it's the opposite!
Do you prep your canvases before painting?
I don't usually add more gesso because I often have so many layers that it's not necessary. But there are some artists who like to put multiple layers of gesso even onto a pre-gessoed canvas. It's up to you and what works best for your process.
Thanks!!@@andreacermanskipainting
You are welcome!
Andrea, I recently did your abstract botanical workshop. I never would have attempted this without your inspiration. It took me a while to work out my art, which was entirely different from everyone else's. Thank you for inspiring me. Attaching my final piece. ❤️
Thanks so much for sharing this with me! I am thrilled to hear that you were inspired. More to come, friend!