Playing with materials and finding a starting point
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- Опубликовано: 5 сен 2024
- Sometimes I just spend time experimenting with art materials as a way to find a line of inquiry and inject something new and different into my art making. In this video I take you with me as I do just that..
On days when I’m feeling under-inspired or a little lack-lustre, a window of time to just meander and connect with art materials can help. For me, totally aimless play rarely leads me anywhere exciting, rather I find it better when I have something to respond to...
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So this is my last video of 2022, I'm taking a small break from weekly video creation, I just love sharing art ideas with you and I so appreciate your support, encouragement and comments. Thank you so much for your wonderful enthusiasm and kindness. Love Helen xx
Come back please ❤
Helen does this mean that we won’t be seeing you anymore? You are unique in the way you present your videos. Your art is beautiful and are very inspiring! I hope your health is ok and that we shall see you back here soon. We’ll miss you. See you soon.
Didn't think much , but I know art IS ..all about making things disappear, it's always so magically how it forms but they never miss it when it's gone; I'm sure someone does if not many: miss their art, CREATING. . xoxo Shalimar 💕💕
Enjoy your holidays, Helen! And Thank Y♥️U for so much inspiration in 2022! xx
Your December '22 video only arrived on my feed today. Almost a year later lol 😄 anyways better late than never eh? I love your vases, your organic shapes and the fact you enjoy playing with different materials Helen! You never fail to inspire me ❤
You have the most inspiring books! Always feel lucky when you share your sketchbooks. 💗
Oh thank you so much for your loveliness... Helen x
Love watching the process and seeing how you use the materials ❤
Oh wow thank you so much, that is super kind of you...
:@@HelenWellsArtist yes, it would be nice to see more videos of you making your special marks.
I was so surprised to see a video by you that I hadn’t seen already. What a treat! I watch at least one of your videos everyday. I’ve watch them over and over again over the past year, because they are always so full of surprises that I might have missed the first, second or third times of watching. I never tire of them. As always, thank you for sharing your ideas and talent. Have a good day!! Sue 🧑🎨🤗❤️🙋
Wow, Sue, thank you! What a lovely compliment, I really appreciate it! Thank you so very much xx
Just beautiful and so inspirational. Have a good break Helen. Looking forward to your return. In the meantime I have your book to go on with; love it.
Oh Sandra, that is just so lovely of you. Thank you so much xx
Thanks, Helen, another great video. Play is so important and we never quite know where it may take us. I had fun yesterday with Indian ink and a brush made from fallen wisteria ‘twigs’, watercolour on top and I had an interesting abstract that I have made into four cards. Enjoy your well deserved break. You have left us with plenty of inspiration! Diana
Oh wonderful Diana! Love the sound of your Wisteria twigs, they sound right up my street. Thank you so much for all your lovely comments. xxx
I love the way you use mixed media - using similar colours...you are very inspirational. Thank you for sharing.
Thank you so much! You are very lovely! X
Delightful color mixes and these cutouts would look so lovely on a background of deep blue or purple colored felt, velvet, or suede fabric - really super mixed media creations.
Oh lovely, love your ideas! Thank you so much Joni 💙
Thank You Helen another great video to carry us all through (along with your fabulous book!) until your return. Have a wonderful break my friend and take good care.
Oh thank you, thank you gorgeous Gail x
@@HelenWellsArtist ❤ Its all truth my friend. YOU are gorgeous! Take good care.
What a wonderful video to take us into the break with! Thank you as always for generously sharing your artwork and process here Helen. Enjoy your well-deserved break from videoing, take all the time you want to refresh and attend to other priorities, that in itself is wonderful role-modelling for all creatives 💖 stay wonderful see you when you come back x
Oh how lovely of you. Thank you for your kind and generous comment. Love Helen x
😮❤🎉I have so enjoyed the process . This has to be one of my favourites. Enjoy the rest we will all miss you heaps. You definitely being so much colours and brightness into my art journey 🙏🏾💋thank you Helen x
Oh that's so lovely Kim, thank you for your great encouragement... x
Oh Helen, beautiful work as always. I love the flow created by all the different materials. Thank you for this inspiring video. Enjoy your break!
Thank you so so much Maribel, wishing all good things for you too x
Dear Helen. May I thank you for easing my anxiety levels? Your chanel helps me lots. Relaxing music, and tone of voice. Interesting variety of materials in one colour way. I'm addicted to your channel. See you soon.💜💙💚💛🧡❤💖🇦🇺
Oh what a sweet thing to say, I'm so glad you like me videos, it means a lot. Thank you for your enthusiasm. Love Helen x
@@HelenWellsArtist Aww. You're welcome. Much love and hugs.🤗🇦🇺💕
Lovely music! And gorgeous blue shapes 💕❤️💕
Many thanks Lynn. Thank you for your loveliness x
It was great seeing you actually work with your pens, in this video. Loved to outcomes and learning
Thanks Helen x
Thank you Helen for sharing your process of making beautiful art. Enjoy the holidays and see you next year😊
Oh that’s so kind of you Christal. Thank you so much xx
WOW! Another inspirational video! I love vases and have quite a collection of blue and white pottery! I think I will give your idea a go today! I have some new supplies to check out, and this is the perfect way to do that! Thanks, Helen. Enjoy your break.
Oh that’s so lovely to know. Glad it helped in some small way. Have fun. Helen x
It's fascinating seeing your process, please show us where you go with these.
I really love your folded blue piece.... I'm wondering about a long thin concertina that folds different ways. I'm developing my textile practice and your work often inspires me to contemplate 'how can I do something similar in fabric?'
Thank you!
Thank you so much Tamzin that's lovely to know! Helen x
Love the big bold shapes and the cut outs also
Oh that’s so kind of you. Thank you 🙏🏼
Your videos are so helpful and inspiring! Perfect for prompting a starting point! Thank you!
Oh that is just lovely of you. Thank you. Wishing you a wonderfully creative 2023z love Helen x
I would actually put those on the wall I think they are fantastic and thank you so much for sharing your wonderful ideas.
You are most welcome, thank you for your enthusiasm. Helen x
thank you so much for sharing & inspiring! love your artwork!❤
Oh wow that a lovely thing to say. Thank you 🙏🏼
Thank you for sharing and being such an inspiration.
Well that’s a very lovely thing to say. Thank you 🙏🏼
Wow so glad I have found your channel today, truly amazing. Can't wait to watch all of your videos now and learn more.
Oh that’s so super kind of you Kel. I really appreciate your lovely enthusiasm and positivity. Thank you so much Helen xx
I love watching your sketchbooks and absolutely loved this inspriring proces of mixing materials and creating! I feel my creativity bubbling inside me, but i've been stuck for a while now. It feels frustrating, but i decided to start your online course this week to get my creativity flowing again 😊 Enjoy your break and hope to see you soon again in the new year ♥️
Oh Mandy thank you so much. I do hope you like the class, please don’t hesitate to shout if you have any questions. Wishing you all the very best in coming home to your creativity. Love Helen xx
Thank you for sharing this process with us Helen, inspiring as always. Enjoy your break, wishing you peace and joy for the festive period and look forward to see you in 2023 xx
Oh that’s so super kind. Thank you so much 😊
fabulous thank you
Thank you so much x
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Brilliant 😁
Thank you so much Jillian. That’s kind of you x
Again, a lovely video, giving us glimpses into your art process.
It seems a bit early to wish you a happy New Year, but since this was your last video this year, here goes
Happy holidays and happy New Year, Helen. May your new year be full of creativity and happiness.
Oh that’s so kind of you. Thank you so much. Love Helen x
I really like the blue cutout piece. Love that blue!
Is it possible that the original size was A2 rather than A3, and you folded it in half?
Thank you so much.. it was an A3! Piece of paper so A4 when folded. X
What is the best, advanced artist, non toxic oil paints you suggest?
Im afraid I don’t use oil paint so can’t offer an informed opinion x