Demo - Playing with Ink and Collage

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  • I’ve just finished a major project using acrylic and mixed media. When I don’t have a specific project I’m working on but I still want to keep creating, I do something I love. Lately I’ve been enjoying ink and collage, so I’m putting the two together here.
    In this demo I show you how I play and experiment with shapes, marks and textures. I explore what it is I’m doing and why. Sometimes bits of these collages find their way into my other artwork.
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  • @amyh.b.khalil8519
    @amyh.b.khalil8519 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Hi. I’m an artist that’s been in the closet for so long because of the horrible things I’ve been through in my life. And I’ve just started to open up and be inspired. And then all of a sudden I’m taking care of my granddaughter that’s two years old. So I’ve turn to TH-cam and I found you. Today, the work you were doing inspired me so much! I asked my daughter recently if I could do some new art for her brand new apartment in downtown Houston. She wants black and white. Lol. Which to me as gray lol so, I am so grateful to you for your inspiration that you gave yourself for us and invited us to see because if I had not seen it I would not have been inspired to do this beautiful thing that came to me while I was watching your video. Peace and love to your family and to you especially.Thank you😊❤️

    • @paulacunniffe4123
      @paulacunniffe4123 ปีที่แล้ว

      I hear you. My youngest was six months out of the nest and I found myself with full time custody of my three year old grandson. All that time of waiting to express what I'd been holding back artistically. He's nearly 12, and I'm just starting to see the light lol. TH-cam has been my saviour through the times of not being able to afford to experiment or having the time to do anything physically. I love Louise's channel! All the best for your journey both as a full-time grandparent and an artist. x

  • @Engelhafen
    @Engelhafen 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    You are my kindred spirit - this really is all about studies in aesthetics

  • @rashone2879
    @rashone2879 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I just came upon this channel...I absolutely LOVE the ink/collage abstracts. They are inspired!

  • @pamelagilmour8060
    @pamelagilmour8060 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What a breath of fresh air you are! Not being so serious, just diving into the creative process and playing with your instincts. Love it!! Thank you!

  • @kyethompson5334
    @kyethompson5334 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    This is exactly the kind of work I need to do - messy play non serious AND FUN

    • @ThisPaintingLife
      @ThisPaintingLife  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes!

    • @PandolfoCarla
      @PandolfoCarla 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Totally.. when I forget this I start procrastinating and losing joy by perfectionism and high expectations etc

  • @samara1949
    @samara1949 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thank you for thinking out loud through your process. So helpful!

    • @ThisPaintingLife
      @ThisPaintingLife  4 วันที่ผ่านมา

      You are so welcome. Glad you enjoyed it.

  • @pineconemediadesign
    @pineconemediadesign 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    You always inspire me to free up. Work faster. Limit supplies. This will be a great exercise for me. Thank you!

  • @donnasmith4227
    @donnasmith4227 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I loved when you said, "it's going to go somewhere" and you would understand it at the end, or not! I'm so reassured by those words. Thank you.

  • @robkoch6548
    @robkoch6548 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    “I will understand it in the end”. Love it !

  • @elizabethherlihy2439
    @elizabethherlihy2439 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I so enjoy your shows

  • @whitneybell975
    @whitneybell975 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    What a beautiful spirit and energy you have!! I love your artistic perspective! Learning about yourself through your art is such a fun way to go about making art. I really enjoyed watching this video and hearing what you liked and didn’t like about certain pieces. What a wonderful gift you are! Thanks for sharing!!

  • @SingYourselfWell
    @SingYourselfWell 3 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    It is such a joy to watch you and listen to you. My whole body opens and soaks it in. You really have a gift, Louise, creating and teaching, both. Thank you.

  • @DannyDavies23
    @DannyDavies23 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    This is so liberating! I love the notion of just doing the work, and the work revealing what it’s about at the end. Thank you!!

  • @susangiannantonio
    @susangiannantonio 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Perfect timing for me and for my students as well! Thank you for your generosity of information and spirit! Can’t wait for your book. Oh and your podcasts are inspiring!

  • @briceduncanartworks3790
    @briceduncanartworks3790 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I love how her “play” works still look like masterpieces lol.

  • @carolehind1926
    @carolehind1926 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Joined up for your course as I am loving your work. Did the 1st assignment today. I will play with black and white after watching this video. Thanks for the inspiration.

  • @lizzandrews9968
    @lizzandrews9968 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Louise, you and your art inspire me so much. You keep it fresh and fun. Thank you so much.

  • @aletagudelski6414
    @aletagudelski6414 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I could watch this video over and over. I love the way you talk through your process. Thank you so much. I am so glad I found you on U tube and that I have joined The Tribe. So excited about embarking on a new journey.

  • @John-rb3yv
    @John-rb3yv 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I just remembered i have this old, yellowed sheet music that was in the piano bench when i bought this used piano years ago.
    I love the combo of black, grey, white and some yellowed page!
    Thanks for sparking that!
    Play day!!!!!

    • @ThisPaintingLife
      @ThisPaintingLife  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      That sounds like it will be really cool!

  • @lenageoras1164
    @lenageoras1164 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Great video ! So inspiring, direct authentic. I love listening and watching your process Louise. Thank you!

    • @ThisPaintingLife
      @ThisPaintingLife  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      You are so welcome! I am glad you enjoyed it

  • @Kimhaas007
    @Kimhaas007 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Louise, you’ve helped me relax before I start each painting I do thx

  • @JoysMaclaurin
    @JoysMaclaurin 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I so love your style, Louise. What a gift to find you and our creative spirit. Words fail. Thank you!

  • @ArteoMixedMediaArt
    @ArteoMixedMediaArt 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How many amazing shapes! I'd spend hours looking at them! 😍

    • @ThisPaintingLife
      @ThisPaintingLife  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Right?! All just arrived through free play

  • @garybarker6994
    @garybarker6994 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Glad to hear you mention Lewis Noble. You and he are bringing me through to something new that I can't quite see yet. I find that so many of your pieces shown here are awesome. I don't know another word for it. I get tears in my eyes. So much power and beauty. Thank you!

    • @ThisPaintingLife
      @ThisPaintingLife  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Excellent! Lewis is fabulous - he will be a guest on my podcast this week - check it out on Apple or Spotify - it's called Art Juice and it comes out every Tuesday xx

  • @miekemiddelhuis3782
    @miekemiddelhuis3782 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I could watch this for hours, thanks Louise!

  • @JR-qu8dg
    @JR-qu8dg 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Al fin alguien que realmente pinta!...Me encanta esto, es pura creatividad. Gracias Louise, me inspiras mucho!

  • @ZenJan3
    @ZenJan3 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Fantastic watching your process, your ways of responding to each moment freshly as the piece evolves. Many thanks!

  • @jharr781
    @jharr781 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Another fantastic video from Louise. Also I am SO excited for Find Your Joy in June!! Thanks for your amazing generosity, Louise. ❤️

  • @teresaakre652
    @teresaakre652 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love your work. Been listening to your podcasts for a while now. I enjoy them while I'm creating my work. Thank you for sharing.

  • @junethiel632
    @junethiel632 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    How wonderful to see your process with this, Louise! Interesting.....Thank you!!!

  • @ellengienger7322
    @ellengienger7322 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you. Very interesting and loved learning more about ink too!

  • @robkoch6548
    @robkoch6548 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you. It’s been wonderful and exciting to watch you explore.

  • @janicejones440
    @janicejones440 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I recently found you and so appreciate your thoughtful ideas. I liked what you just said about using scraps. I looked forward to listening and learning from you Louise.
    Blessings this day.

  • @nancyorr9077
    @nancyorr9077 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This was inspiring. I love the idea of copying areas for collage in other pieces and tearing up paintings that didn't work. Thank you!

  • @kayehamer2005
    @kayehamer2005 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thankyou Louise, I really need this just now. Thankyou so much for giving your time and knowledge for free, thats amazing. and rare.x

  • @lindas5412
    @lindas5412 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love your thought process, such an inspiration. Thank you

  • @lesliecallaway6544
    @lesliecallaway6544 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love the ink and collage abstracts you made - can't wait for your course!

  • @SingYourselfWell
    @SingYourselfWell 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I LOVE this self-referral way of playing!!! Thank you Louise!

  • @Franovan
    @Franovan 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This really deserves more views. Down to earth and focused on method. Thanks a lot.

  • @jeannelutzkow2507
    @jeannelutzkow2507 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi . This is all new to me . Thank you . I'm learning to see things differently.

  • @girliedog
    @girliedog ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I really like your process. Thank you for an excellent demo.

  • @journeyingdi
    @journeyingdi 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm beginning to understand what you are talking about - I think -and now I shall continue playing

  • @anouchkajennings2433
    @anouchkajennings2433 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    thank you for enlarging my horizons. loved the way you work

  • @marlenemarconi6832
    @marlenemarconi6832 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Enjoyed your expertise finding what pleases ones self! Look forward to more videos. Thank you

  • @martha2mendo
    @martha2mendo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Loved this demo it’s one of my favorite ways to utilize all the paper I cover with marks, paint, ink and messes. I started after watching Lewis Noble , I’ve been a follower of his for quite awhile. The other thing I do to Paintings that I don’t really care about is take a 4x4 Matt and go over looking and framing out things I do like and saving them.

  • @amherst88
    @amherst88 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love watching your process -- thank you ❤️

  • @elaeria
    @elaeria 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Oh I love this exercise so much! It's got me feeling that spark of inspiration after a dreaded couple weeks of wondering if I'll ever create anything good again. I've been so stuck creatively and its maddening! I can't wait to get on this over the coming weekend to really try to explore what it is that makes my art tick for me. Thank you, Louise! I really appreciate you sharing your process with us. It's very helpful. ❤

  • @wendywendy3718
    @wendywendy3718 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Can't wait until June. In memory, your taster course last year felt like more than a week's worth of learning. You put do much into it and give so much. A treasure!

  • @vanessajmcintosh
    @vanessajmcintosh 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you so much for your videos, they are so inspiring, particularly this one, I love what you do!!

  • @kindle7191
    @kindle7191 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I spied " Canadian Club"! Thanks from Canada.

  • @efluidartstudiopriscillab
    @efluidartstudiopriscillab 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ecstatic to have found you and love the freedom of expression and playful experimentation!!

  • @MartaAbadia
    @MartaAbadia 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Loved your messy search and inspired playful way! Thanks for your generosity! 💓🌈

  • @pjlewisful
    @pjlewisful 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I like how you voice your creative thoughts as you go or "play". I also like how you connect the shapes with linework.

  • @susanernst1329
    @susanernst1329 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I loved this! Thanks for the free offering too.

  • @susanwalker9358
    @susanwalker9358 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks Louise, really enjoying your videos and helping me connect with what I love!

  • @karmavance7252
    @karmavance7252 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Fabulous exercise and exploration. I love black and white,,,its a breath of fresh air between projects. Permission to be free and inventive…thx

  • @cindystave627
    @cindystave627 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Just wanted to say thank you for reminding that not everything has to be precious and if i like one part... well i can just use that part. Thank you ❤

  • @kimcesarettiart
    @kimcesarettiart 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks for the inspiration, Louise! That looks like so much fun! I have some homemade collage papers I created with leftover paint paint from painting sessions on tracing paper that I have been itching to use for collage. Watching you is the kick I need to get going with that!

  • @barbarabanez3360
    @barbarabanez3360 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love the idea of binding your exploration pieces to refer to later.

  • @carolkothmann6074
    @carolkothmann6074 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you so much for generously sharing your artistic knowledge. Sending love and light.

  • @danielalondongirl933
    @danielalondongirl933 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing juicy teaching cant wait to have a go myself. Love the idea of identifying exactly what you like and using past pieces to change a piece to make it better. What a fabulous learning experience. Sticking to one or two colours is also fabulous. I have a pot of black ink so I will have go

  • @lanamorton5342
    @lanamorton5342 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is an aha moment for me as I watch you doing your ink and collage. I myself like to make marks first and lost and found shape later in my art. Thanks a million from the bottom of my heart. I will sign up for your free 1 week art in June. Can't wait. Thanks again Louise

  • @Talletc
    @Talletc 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Loved this so much! Thank you. Looking forward to the course.

    • @ThisPaintingLife
      @ThisPaintingLife  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you for watching! See you in June!

  • @hekate314
    @hekate314 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Absolutly love your ink stuff. I love love love ink. Ink drawing, ink paintings I love both. I feel inspired.

  • @lisengel2498
    @lisengel2498 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I immediately loved this. Great advice. Follow what you love. Explore what you love. Great way of working - i enjoy painting but also drawing

  • @susanwilson2339
    @susanwilson2339 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This was my first visit..Loved it. I admire you sharing your thought process. I look forward to your June workshop! Many thanks.

  • @zoesimms5299
    @zoesimms5299 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a lovely process you demonstrate, Louise. It's very helpful to hear how you analyse and respond to what you have in front of you. Must remember to hang on to my 'failures' and try collaging!

  • @gaylekarlsen6798
    @gaylekarlsen6798 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love watching you create !!

  • @dorotalagida-ostling8993
    @dorotalagida-ostling8993 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Very inspiring. I almost gave up on abstract art after painting for a few years. I have to step back (or maybe over) to less color or just black and white. I loved your demo, very helpful, I may come back to abstract painting after playing with collages like you are showing here. Thanks again.

    • @ThisPaintingLife
      @ThisPaintingLife  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It's all about exploration rather than seeking a result. Have fun!

  • @lauracroyle2389
    @lauracroyle2389 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for sharing this video, you just opened up a whole new avenue of exploration for me!

  • @drpeterdowd1837
    @drpeterdowd1837 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wonderful, this resonated . Yes , loved the idea of discovering and learning what we like as makers and creators and making it to please ourselves and others who like it will find it. Thanks for the collage process, you have such a wonderful way of working. Xx

  • @sherryklotz6357
    @sherryklotz6357 ปีที่แล้ว

    That looks so much fun just playing around watching you tear things apart and add paint I've never really played with abstract. Thank you very much I certainly enjoyed watching you. And God bless you and yours and stay safe.

    • @ThisPaintingLife
      @ThisPaintingLife  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much for your kind comments Sherry! It means a lot to me.

  • @elegantimagesphoto
    @elegantimagesphoto 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Its fun to see how you experiment, and think in process! I am looking forward to playing with inks.

  • @katieloo1970
    @katieloo1970 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great fun Louise! So freeing. Thanks again for sharing 😊

  • @mai-brittsevel9121
    @mai-brittsevel9121 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    So inspiring to see you work on your collages. Thanks for sharing

  • @roxanndonahue3785
    @roxanndonahue3785 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am so very grateful for your teaching. You give me the courage to try. Thank you.

  • @Momster35
    @Momster35 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am new to your videos and I am so, so grateful for your generosity. You are doing a wonderful thing by inspiring people to make art. It truly makes the world a better place. And here you are making it better for everyone, one person at a time. Your videos spark creativity. Your honesty is nurturing. Your work is inspirational. You are a gem of a person and if there were more like you just imagine how wonderful the world would be.

  • @irenebradford5167
    @irenebradford5167 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I really enjoyed watching you rip up and create such a lovely finished picture ,,, so different from any other artist I have seen,, Thank you

  • @wendypashman8942
    @wendypashman8942 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Wonderful~ loved seeing and learning about your process!

  • @mariagoncalves9739
    @mariagoncalves9739 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you very much Louise, I loved watching your video!

  • @karenmarcus685
    @karenmarcus685 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    That looks like a lot of fun. Thanks for sharing your process!

  • @joannemorrissey684
    @joannemorrissey684 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for a wonderful journey of following what you love. I will start looking more closely at what I love and exploring with that.

    • @ThisPaintingLife
      @ThisPaintingLife  ปีที่แล้ว

      Please do! You will find a whole new world of inspiration. ♥

  • @susanalcock5522
    @susanalcock5522 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I like your video style, Louise. It is really informative hearing your creative decisions and it is a relief to hear of others who create 'on the fly' as part of experimentation and learning. Really lovely collages too. Thank you for your film.

  • @mariaelskr4516
    @mariaelskr4516 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    What an interesting and inspiring video - made me sign up immediately for your course. Can't wait. Thanks so much for doing this for free.

  • @VikkiReed
    @VikkiReed 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Such fun to watch your video, I’ll see you in June and thank you!

  • @c.retana-holguin8318
    @c.retana-holguin8318 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I enjoy how you manipulate the paint and media. Thanks! And I look forward to your course.

  • @jennywhisconier7777
    @jennywhisconier7777 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love!

  • @cathykirwan2292
    @cathykirwan2292 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just discovered your site! I love this! I am fascinated with this type of art. Thank you so much! I look forward to watching other videos you have made.

  • @patfros5902
    @patfros5902 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Fantastic Louise, thank you so much for sharing this video!

  • @bethbailey7733
    @bethbailey7733 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a great exercise in spontaneity! Get in touch with intuition. Surrender judgement, the main cause of blocking creativity. Love your freedom. Thanks for sharing.

  • @debrakuzbik1626
    @debrakuzbik1626 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you so much for this insightful video. It is so helpful to watch how your process allows the work to reveal itself!

  • @deniselini1366
    @deniselini1366 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What is it that I can watch you paint all day Louise!!! 😄🤷‍♀️

    • @ThisPaintingLife
      @ThisPaintingLife  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      haha - I could set up a livecam

    • @deniselini1366
      @deniselini1366 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ThisPaintingLife YES please!!!😄

    • @deniselini1366
      @deniselini1366 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ThisPaintingLife it’s the gorgeous work plus the accent just tops it!🤣

  • @montanaphoto
    @montanaphoto 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great idea and I loved this video. It's such a neat way to put together things I like about my work.

  • @judithclendenning4146
    @judithclendenning4146 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Love this... a great way to experiment

  • @wendybeharrell2217
    @wendybeharrell2217 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very inspiring Louise . Thank you for sharing some of your process.

  • @alrenefischer4481
    @alrenefischer4481 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Pam it was wonderful to be back on all you magnificent work which you know ; I had a accident but back again and getting stronger every day just love you work , sooooo happy to be back 🙏😊

  • @magereina
    @magereina 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    loved watching and listening to your thought process. Got a bunch of new ideas and techniques to try Thank you!!

  • @collenemeeks5212
    @collenemeeks5212 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I love your process.

  • @lorraineerickson4311
    @lorraineerickson4311 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Louise I love your work. I appreciate the ideas you give me to work things out in order to find my own style. I believe this video was from three years ago, and you mentioned a free workshop you were offering June 3rd. It would be helpful if you stated the year it was for. I’m 67 and just getting into art again. Your work inspires me and makes my heart beat faster. Thank you for putting your work and techniques out there to help us.

    • @ThisPaintingLife
      @ThisPaintingLife  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Well the good news is that I will be hosting another one soon! So check back.

  • @juliamckechnie256
    @juliamckechnie256 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great to watch. I now feel inspired.Thank you🌺