TWO GIANT PIECES - Watch how they came together! | Abstract Art | Mixed Media | Contemporary Art
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- Hello friend! In this video, I'm working on two 6x6 foot commissioned pieces for a local client.
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Hello and welcome! I'm Betty Franks, and I create my vision of abstract fields of flowers using acrylic paints and pencils (and other mark-making tools). I live in the San Francisco Bay Area and travel a couple of times a year to Preko, Croatia (where my parents live). I started painting in 2012 and focused on abstract art in the summer of 2015. Follow all my art adventures on Instagram or Facebook (links below).
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Dear Betty, these canvases are really big! You've certainly done a good workout! 😅
The result is truly magnificent! A warm greeting from Italy
Absolutely BEAUTIFUL
Dear Betty, this is a honor for me watching you creating your beautiful art🙏 watching your video is a real pleasure, it give me joy and inspiration. Thank you for all your advice, help and creativity. You are a beautiful person that we find in your painting🙏 thank you again and take good care of you!✨🌸😘😘
Many thanks, Virginie! You are super kind! Glad you like my art and videos!
Commissioned artwork? More like "Cool process, and together those colors and shapes did work!" 👍
Yes, commissioned artwork. Thanks so much for your kind words!
@@BettyFranksArt Hey no problem! Feel free to let me know if you ever want to hear a pun on a particular topic.
Nova paints should pay you for your videos. It’s so apparent how pigmented they are when I watch you cover other colors with just one pass. Love your paintings!
Wouldn't that be awesome! For now, I'm grateful to be an affiliate for them (for folks who buy through my link). Thank you, Valerie! I appreciate you being here!
OMGoodness !!!!!!! JUST AWESOME !!!!! Thank you Betty . Kind regards - Judi - Australia 😍🌻
Many thanks, Judith! I appreciate you being here!
Wow! You weren’t kidding - that was a work out! Stunning.
Yes it was! It was exhausting at times! But, super happy with them!!
Betty, these are exquisite. You are a great colorist, ala Bonnard. Your dear client is going to feel such happiness each time he walks into his home. How perfect he found you right in his city. I get immense joy watching you at work (play). You make it looks so easy & yet, I know it is not.
Hi Nancy! I had to look up Bonnard. Love his use of color! Thank you for you kind words! I appreciate you being here!
I always enjoy watching your progression. Having you explain your thinking as you do so is the frosting on the cake. Love your work.
Awesome! Thanks so much for that! I'm glad to hear that you like the way I share my thinking as I'm creating. Much appreciated!
Dear Betty, These canvases are really big! You've definitely had a good workout! Your paintings are really magnificent. A big hug from Italy
Thank you so much!
Going this large without losing the quality of your smaller works isn't an easy task but your confidence that you can do it is inspiring. I deeply appreciate your comments about your process and thoughts. you are very generous in a way that is also inspiring and is such a relief from those who post a painting without any sort of explanation other than title and availability. Thank you, Betty.
You are so very welcome, Jo! I appreciate your kind words. Years ago, I was truly challenged with taking my small art and super sizing it. It has taken years of practice to feel confident (although, when I creating, I'm still searching for my confidence!). I always remind myself that each piece is a journey. I can't create it in one session. When I remind myself of that, then it seems a bit easier to take it one step at a time. Thanks so much for being here!
Wow! You are truly an amazing artist! I love watching you paint, these two look stunning!😍
Thank you so much! It was challenging, but fun at the same time!
This is what it's all about. Seeing these two magnificent pieces showcased in what is obviously an incredible home, especially against a monochromatic design aesthetic is PERFECTION. I can only imagine the impact when one steps into that grand entranceway!!! Congratulations on this incredible achievement!
You are very kind, Paul! Thank you so much. I appreciate you watching the video!
Congratulations, Betty!! Well done. 🩷
Thank you kindly, Ann!
Fantastic, Betty, I am loving them..!!!!❤ Gabby
Many thanks, Gabby! I appreciate you being here!
Those are HUGE!~ Love them, I could walk right into those gardens!!!
The marks being so big themselves really sets it off.
Right?! I sure do miss having them in my studio!
Thanks so much, Joyce!
Thank you Betty l am thoroughly inspired by your style
From Malaysia
I appreciate your kindness! Thank you!
Thank you for watching from Malaysia, Ahmad!
I'm your biggest fan! Watching you create is mesmerizing and inspiring. You're an amazing artist and an equally amazing person.
Awe...thank you, Roxanne! That really means a lot to me! Thank you for being here!
Just loved watching your process and all the layering in your work. I'm glad you gave us a close up view too so we can see some of that layering detail, texture and color shifts. Love it! Extra bonus to see the finished pieces hanging on the wall they were intended for.
Hi Paige! So glad you enjoyed watching these two come together. Thank you!
So many times along the way i would have been satified with the canvas....difficult to know just when to stop.
So true, Deb! Each artists knows (or is learning) when to stop. Thanks for watching!
Hubba hubba yowza! Stunning beauty for this client's home. Thank you Betty for all the candid tips as you go through this process. It really resonated with me when you said, you like to add subtle variations of hue within a large, plain area. Also, not making all 3 or 4 of a shape the exact same value/tone. Your work has evolved so seamlessly within your true style and your video/tutorials are so much appreciated.
Thank you so much, Ann! I really appreciate your kind words and for being here. It means a lot to me!
Wow! These are spectacular. I would have considered them done at many, many points in the process. Thank you!
Thanks so much! I know what you mean! I was thinking the same as I was editing the videos.
Bette, this is just yeowza!!! Words escape me. Thanks for letting your light and special passion shine into the world!
Wow, thank you, Cate! You're super sweet!
I love your work. For me I like the two paintings at minute 13:00 of your video most. For me the work at this point was done. Fresh lovely living colors. Perfect ❤❤❤❤
I loved it there, too, but it just didn't feel finished to me. Thanks so much for watching!
These are fabulous! Thanks you for showing a shot of them on the clients wall as well. 😍
Thanks so much for watching, Colette!
Those turned out beautiful
Many thanks, Nazanin!
I’ve been looking forward to this video! I love how they turned out and it’s cool to see them in place at their forever home.
Thanks for watching to the end where I show them installed! I appreciate you being here, Janaica!
Lovely!!! Simply, lovely work. !
Thank you so much 😀
i love the large format, it really shows the joy of your work.
Thanks so much, Jayne!
Love, love all your works! So lively and full of life! I see so many wonderful variations of color, it is eye candy!!!
Thank you so much, Phyllis! You're very kind!
And now I have to have art envy! Those are gorgeous in his entryway. Very much enjoyed this video.
Thank you so much, Teresa! I often have art envy, too! Glad it's not just me!!
I love your work, and I was captured the entire video. You're so inspiring. I'm a mature beginner and have learned so much by watching you. Am also in San Jose.
Wonderful! I'm so glad you enjoyed the video! Thanks for watching!
Thank you for putting a smile on my face with those beautiful colors and shapes
Beautiful artwork, the Client must be happy, looking great on the wall, love it ❤
Yes, he's very happy with them! Thanks, Carla!
Milá Betty. Úžasné dva obrazy. Ste veľmi unikátna. Od začiatku procesu, prerody po koniec. Vždy vyrazíte dych výsledkom. Prajem vám pevné zdravie a veľa umeleckého nadšenia. Mnoho objednavok. Vaša Susy 😊❤😊❤
Hi Susy! Thank you kindly for your ongoing support of my art!
Beautiful ! Love your art. Thank you for sharing your process.
You are so welcome, Gretchen! I appreciate you being here!
These pieces are beautiful. It was so nice to get a glimpse of your whole studio too!
Glad you enjoyed it...studio tour and all! Thanks for sticking around to the end!
So love your videos, your voice is calming and yet very informative. Taking your art course and having a lot of fun with it.
Thank you so much! I appreciate you signing up for my online course!
Absolutely gorgeous ❤❤❤
Thank you for being here, Lorraine!
Stunning!!! ~ Terri 😊
Hi Terri! Thank you so much!!
Love these biggies! Leading up to super large paintings in my studio
That's wonderful, Denise! Have fun creating!
Me encanta tu manera tan libre de pintar y entender el arte. Thanks so much!!🫶🏼
Thank you so much, Maria!
❤❤❤love it .Thank you Betty ❤
Thanks so much for watching!
Congratulation dear Betty! Its absolut great again! Love it!! ❤️
Thank you so much, Doris!!
Just received my Nova aryclic paint Betty's Bundle today! Can't wait to try them out!
Wohoo! Hope you're loving them as much as I do!
I've been watching you from the beginning. Just love your work, especially these two pieces.
Thank you very much!
These are superb, what amazing painting Betty. Your client is very lucky. I'm working through the mini course again so am in awe of your scale of working and how it all comes together in the end. Thank you for all the videos, it's always such a pleasure to watch you work.
Hi Monica! Thank you so much! Super sizing is always a challenge. I was surprised how well these two come along!
Thank you! you did a awesome work as usual ❤️Betty
Awe...Thanks so much, Lisa! I appreciate your kindness!
Love, love , love these, especially the one on the right. I am pinching my pennies to save up to commission two paintings from you for my dining room! Those walls are screaming out for two paintings by you!
Awe...thanks, Susan! Reach out to me when you're ready!
Thanks for sharing your process and some of yourself. You are very dear.
So nice of you to say, Susan! Thank you!!
What a great space to have a variety of projects happening . 🙏🏻🎉
It really is! Love my studio!
Just absolutely gorgeous painting creations of your art work love them 🥰👍
Thank you so much, Leanne! Much appreciated!!
Buying your paint set. Beautiful work.
Wonderful, Glenda! I think you're going to love the colors!
Love these!!!Beautiful colors! Thank you for sharing your talent!
Thanks so much, Nancy! Glad you liked it!
Fantastic!
Thank you so much!!
Beautiful! I love abstract art and I loved your colours!
Thank you!
Very beautiful art and incredible talent. Thank you for sharing
Thank you so much 😀
Love these.
Thank you, Kelli!
Fantastic!! Energy please thank you! 👍❤️🎉
Thank you! Here's the link to the free guide: www.bettyfranksart.com/guide-to-enhancing-your-abstract-art I hope it helps your creative process! 💚
Always inspiring to watch you paint.
Many thanks, Andy!
Beautiful paintings in a stunning setting made so by your work!
Thank you very much, Lynne! You are very sweet!
Those turned out beautiful!! Your work has such a happy vibe❤️
Thank you so much, Dagmar! I'm super happy with the way they turned out!
Great work!
Thanks so much for watching!
Hello Betty...you lift me up!! 💗💗💗
Awe....sweet! Thank you, Jean!
Love your paintings. It would be very hard for me to pick a favorite. ❤
I know what you mean! Thanks so much for watching, Helen!
Magic
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magic
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Beautiful as always! ❤
Many thanks!
Looks awesome - thanks for sharing!
Thanks for watching!
I just watched your video for the 2nd time. Your brush just seems to glide/float over the surface. Each stroke is so unique. No one does what you can do. You make it look so easy. You have mastered glorious color harmony. How do you stay so clean, yet make such complex multi layered surfaces? Even your hands are paint free. I wear rubber gloves & have to change them frequently cuz they are covered in paint (along with my glasses, hair & clothing,) Interesting too, that your brush sizes are really rather small given the scale of these pieces. It is fun to watch you fill in a largish area with that small brush. I usually use large ones, think I'll try smaller because it allows the under layers to reveal themselves, whereas larger brushes hide more. You also seem to paint quite quickly (I did slow the gear down) which indicates confidence in what you are doing. Those upside down squirt bottles are very cool. Did you put Nova paint into them? Might they be an Amazon product? I do wish Nova put their paints in squirt bottles, less paint gunking up in the lids. You are a great Inspiration & so generous in keeping some free videos on YT. I will do your online class very soon.
Hi Nancy! Thank you for watching the video twice! I do tend to work quickly. I would not describe myself as a slow and deliberate artist.
I love using smaller brushes because, as you said, it covers less of the previous layer. I love when there's depth and history to a painting.
Did you catch my latest video on how I mix my colors? Here's the link: th-cam.com/video/ZJjNPp3j0t0/w-d-xo.html
Those squirt bottles are called FIFO (first in first out). Here's a link from my Amazon store: www.amazon.com/shop/betty.franks.art/list/1ZS37QZW9KWHT?ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d
Thanks so much for watching and commenting! Very much appreciated!
Beautiful Betty!
Thanks for watching, Stacey!
Hey Betty! So fun to see your finished pieces installed! Perfect space! I love the one one the right - I love fuchsia & all the colors with just a little white space.
When you do your mark making, do you ever use both of your hands at the same time?
And what's the most unconventional painting implement you've used to put paint to canvas?
Hi Koliti! Those are great questions! Sometimes in the early stages, I'll use both hands when making marks--but it's rare. And for the most unconventional painting implement, I would have to say....ugh, I can't think of anything. I'm sitting here trying to think of what I have on my table that I use. None of them seem unconventional. One thing I have used in the past (and would like to incorporate into my process again) is using a branch/stick to create marks. Thanks for asking!!
@@BettyFranksArt Hey Betty! Your process has really inspired me to paint my little kitchen area walls with fun abstract colors & shapes! A couple of tools I'm going to try is a silicone basting brush from the kitchen section and a notched spreader used for tile setting. I'm excited! Gonna check out your Nova paint bundle 😊
@@kolitiokada9825 So fun!
Awesome paintings!
Thank you so much 😀
Outstanding!!
Thanks so much, Adrienne!
Epic work 🎉
Thank you kindly!
Wonderful!
Many thanks, Ruby! I appreciate you watching!
Gorgeous ❤
Thank you so much, Freke!
Wonderful.
Thank you kindly!
I was worried about your dealing with that size…NO PROBLEM for you! The size & variations of your shapes and marks keeps the viewers interest, and the colors really harmonized. Hard to see on video but these seemed to have less busy details-larger single colored areas with less detail. Was that intentional from the inspiration pieces? Super job, BEAUTIFUL!❤
Good question, Sherrie! Because I had to supersize the pieces, I wanted to still have some areas that were quiet and calming. However, up close, there's still a lot of cool stuff happening. Thanks so much for watching!
Love your paintings! I wish we could get nova paints here in New Zealand they are so vibrant!
I wish you could, too, Gabrielle!
Wow nice guy 🎉🎉🎉
The client has been so wonderful to work with!
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Thanks so much!
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Thanks so much, Yvonne!
I love your style and watching you is mesmerising . I love the playfulness and colour of your paintings. Do you mix your paints with pouring medium?
Hi Linda! I don't mix my paints with any mediums (except on a very rare occasion in the past, I have used glazing medium to extend the dry time and create transparency). Thanks so much for watching my videos!
Hi Betty! It's Michelle from Morgan Hill :-) I just received my Betty's Bundle of Nova Color Paints. Would love to throw out a video suggestion: where to start with mixing colors from this set? Your commission turned out gorgeous as usual - loved watching the process - so inspiring!! xo
Hi Michelle! Thanks so much for buying Betty's Bundle! I love that video suggestion. I've added it to my list! Thank you!!
Thanks for your generous spirit in sharing your painting sessions. It looks like you use quite a small brush despite the size of the canvas. Do you ever use bigger ones ?
Hi Betsy! I used larger brushes in the beginning. Because I love to make marks, I tend to work with smaller brushes. Thanks so much for watching!
Love these! Do you do anything to slow dry time in your acrylics, so they don’t dry up before you use them?
I very rarely have that problem, Emily. I work quickly and I only put out how much I think I'll be using. I often add more paint as I go. Thanks so much for watching!
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Thank you, Robert!
@@BettyFranksArt 🙏🙏😊 YOU are very very welcome Betty 🌞🌟🎨
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Really a fun size! Thanks for watching, Meredith!
You just have to click on the title to take you to all of the description information.
Ok, I gotta remember that next time. Thanks, Sherry!
I love watching your videos and seeing how you work! I’m wondering how long it took to make these two paintings ?
Hi Sharon! Great question! After editing all the videos, it looked like they added up to about 7 hours. That didn't include time to unpack the canvases when they were delivered and dispose of a lot of cardboard or varnishing the artwork or renting a van and delivering and installing the artwork.
Curious how you package these beauties ??
& your pricing with your pieces . ( time vs product etc )
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I used an excel spreadsheet for all my prices using a per square inch method. Here's a link to a video on how I varnish my artwork: th-cam.com/video/bVACgRad2Qk/w-d-xo.html Hope you find it helpful! 💜
Betty, are Nova Paints a bit softer in consistency than some of the cheap brands like Liquitex? I love these pieces!! ❤
Liquitex is not a cheap brand. Every paint manufacturer makes several grades of paint from student quality to heavy body with varying degrees of binder, extender, and pigment load. If you haven't found the right combination by preference, you can search within each brand for other kinds of paint. Liquitex makes the widest line of paint products for the American market followed by Golden. Nova Color is a great brand made in America but it doesn't offer the spectrum of products Liquitex or Golden does. Their colors and product are great though. I use a Canadian paint, Tri-Art, which is very similar to Nova Color. Another option is Sennelier Abstract which you can get in a matte finish. Many don't like the shiny gloss of acrylic and prefer a gouache-like matte surface. Good luck finding your perfect paint! It is out there somewhere! 🎉
Not sure I could respond with more detail than what @lightwavz provided! Nova Paints are between a fluid and full body paint. I love their consistency. I'm going to be creating a video soon all about their paints and how to mix colors. Look for that!
Thank you for the great info!! Well said!
Do u put gloss over your paintings when you are finished ??
NOVA COLOR
Here's the link to Betty's Bundle: www.bettyfranksart.com/favorite-nova-color-paints Thank you for asking! 💛
MAGIC pleas.
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@@BettyFranksArt thank you Betty. 😘
Yes I cannot find the description information under the video. Ever. I’m on an iPad. Where under the video is it?
I completely understand! TH-cam makes it so hard to find. Unfortunately, I don't have an iPad, so I'm unable to help you. I just know it's there somewhere. I hope you find it!
Learn
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learn
Here's the link to my online course: bettyfranksart.thinkific.com/courses/fields-of-flowers-an-abstract-art-painting-course Hope to see you in the course! 🥰
Making your canvases at home isn’t that hard and will cost a fraction of that.
True! However, I don't want to. I would rather pay the cost and focus on what I do best (make art--not frames and stretch canvas). I know there are many artists who build their own frames. I think that's awesome! It's just something I have intentionally decided not to do.
@@BettyFranksArt that’s totally fair, I was just commenting in case some poor art student starting out couldn’t see how they could make it work with that cost just in case it helped. Lovely work as always! Thanks for sharing! (Should have said that in my first post oops)
Magic
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