Create Abstract Paintings with One Simple Art Prompt | Mixed Media
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 8 ก.ย. 2024
- Watch as I delve into the world of abstract painting using a simple art prompt as my inspiration. In this quick demo video, I share my unique process of transforming a sketch of cracks in the pavement into a mesmerizing mixed-media abstract painting.
I first start by taping off an 8x10 inch section of my sketchbook page with yellow FrogTape - amzn.to/3IrmW7m
➡️50 Abstract Warm-Up Painting Prompts etsy.me/49utFsk
To bring this artwork to life, I first selected a palette of acrylic paint colors. The paints I chose were a harmonious blend of Yellow Ochre, Burnt Sienna, Payne's Gray, Titanium White, Permanent Magenta, and Light Blue Permanent.
The art prompt acts as my guiding light throughout this creative exploration. After putting down a basic background layer of yellow ochre and burnt sienna, I loosely sketch out the cracks in the pavement with a charcoal pencil. That serves as the foundation for my artistic expression, igniting a spark of inspiration that fuels my imagination.
Immersed in the realm of mixed media art, I blend different artistic elements to enrich the painting's texture and depth. The amalgamation of acrylic paint, alongside cardboard and newsprint, adds a captivating dimension to the artwork.
Throughout this video, I share my painting ideas and thought processes, unveiling the steps involved in the creation of an abstract painting. The abstract form allows me to break free from the constraints of reality, allowing the emotions and energy to take center stage in the piece. With each brushstroke and every artistic decision, I strive to capture the essence of the art prompt while infusing it with my unique artistic perspective.
Join me for this demo, where abstract painting takes on a new life with a simple painting prompt. Witness the captivating interplay of acrylic paint, mixed media art, and the power of an art prompt as it guides me through the intricate process of creating a mesmerizing abstract artwork. I hope this visual adventure will leave you inspired and captivated.
Acrylic paints used in this video:
Yellow ochre
Burnt sienna
Light permanent blue
Permanent magenta
Payne's gray
Titanium white - amzn.to/41KF5Va
Tools & materials
Brayer - amzn.to/3mUZHLr
Acrylic gel medium - amzn.to/3pY2zsf
Silicone paint brush - amzn.to/3LrwZvf
Grumbacher In & Out Pages Sketchbook - amzn.to/3n2yiXx
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To see more abstract paintings and art by Chris Loud check out / chrisloudart (@chrisloudart) on Instagram
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I love the way you masked “the term” BULLET! Looks great! Thanks for sharing your process.
Thank you so much, Pam!
There are many mysteries in the world. One of them is why your channel has so few subscribers! Keep going Chris, your videos are great and eventually the masses will discover your work.
Thanks so much, Mark! I really appreciate your words of encouragement.
Agreed!
Bonjour Chris 😊😊 toujours aussi beau merci à vous ❤❤❤
Merci, Martine!
Looks great. I love that you put classified over the bullet. It just reminded me that it could be like top-secret or something. If it were me making that Painting I probably would’ve put a bull’s-eye over the word bullet, but you’re so nuanced in your painting style you know exactly what to do, that isn’t cliché.
Thanks, Madison! I love the idea of using a bull's-eye-that's really creative. I’m glad you enjoyed the nuanced approach!😊
Yes this is a beautiful piece of art.
Thanks so much, Kerrie!
Really like this piece. Love the shapes and feel.
It reminded me of a pile of books, that was sparked by the cardboard looking like the end of pages.
I like the way you used the words over one another. I'll have to have a play around with that and see what comes up.
Thanks, Pure Sun! This is one of my personal favorites and have it hanging next to my desk.
I will give this prompt a go....I did an interesting challenge with another abstract artist,...5 days of abstract faces....I wonder if you might be willing to give that a try....faces are something I struggle with but putting an abstract spin on them was both challenging and fun! thank you for your inspiration, Chris!
Hey Marsha! Ohhh, that's a good one and would definitely be a challenge for me as well. Love it! I've added it to my list. Thank you!
I absolutely love this piece. I discovered it during today’s flip through that you did and thought it was phenomenal, even though you referred to it as unsuccessful. So I came back to look at this video. Thank you so much for the prompt and for all your wonderful videos.
Thank you so much, Dawn! I actually do like this piece. I noticed in the video that it seemed like I was talking about this one, but I was referring to the one right before it. My flipping was a little faster than my comments 🤣
Very much enjoyed this. What you did with the word was a good call. Love the result! I needed the reminder that Inspiration is everywhere. Thank you for sharing!
Thanks so much, Luken!
I’ve taken some photos of sidewalk cracks here in the Pacific Northwest where they’re regularly embellished with moss. This is a great way to utilize those images. Wonderful painting.
Thanks, Sofar! Oh, I bet you'll make many incredible art pieces with those photos. I can imagine the moss adds a unique visual to those cracks.
Thank you for the video. It’s very well done. Look forward to seeing more and you did a great job of describing your process and supplies used. Thank you.
Thanks so much, Colleen!
I really enjoyed this one. Thanks so much for sharing
Thanks, Denise! So glad you enjoyed this😊
I've been watching your videos regularly. Great content. I did see your cracks prompt, mind blown by that idea. Thank you!
Thanks, Carrie! It's funny how there are so many prompts and bits of inspiration around us that we don't notice...until we do.😊
I love cracks in pavement and have done some in watercolor and pencil. Definitely trying the abstract technique and letting it go where it needs to.
Hey Kim! Are you using watercolor pencils or doing a combo of watercolor paint and pencil? I ask because I just started playing with watercolor pencils and am having a blast with them 😊
I am doing the combo paint and pencil now. I haven't tried the watercolor pencils yet but would love to get a set and try them. What kind d do you have?
Thumbs up!!! Love the end result! I have pavement pictures on my phone, had forgotten about them until now!
Thank you so much! I'm right there with you, I might have too many though, haha
I love your videos! They are so inspiring. Plus your verbal and written descriptions are so helpful. Ty
Thank you so much!
I like your works very much. They are inspiring and encourage me to work. Thank you 🙏
Thanks, Katharina!😊
Just beautiful Chris.
Thanks, Jen!
Love this piece! Don't use prompts but some of your videos have tempted me to reconsider.
Thanks, Peggy! The way I see it, stick to whatever inspires you to paint, but once in a while toss in something different to stir things up. Prompts might be that for you.😊
Another cool painting. Smart move on the wording, making it more abstract - I looked at the wording a lot on IG trying to figure it out. Executed very well.
I'm a fan of that yellow tape too. Comes off much cleaner and less bleed through.
Thanks, D W! I need to find a value pack of that yellow tape. Good stuff!
@@chrisloudart it is very dry where I live. Maybe that's why my yellow tape will not stay stuck. I'm back to blue
Hey Christine! I'll be interested to see whether I have issues this summer when it gets much warmer and dryer here as well.
Very interesting prompt and awesome channel.
Thanks so much, Christy!
Hi Chris. Not asleep yet😂. Really enjoyed this. Saw it on insta. Now watched the process and want to go and paint, but i have to be up early... stimulating. You make it look far easier than it really is!👍🤩👍
Thanks Emmanuel! I feel like I'm slacking if you're still awake.😴 I'd better up my game. The easy look comes from speeding up the video. Makes me look more decisive than I really am haha.
This is one of my favs!! I must try that yellow frog tape! I’ve tried the green frog tape and it tore my paper pretty bad. Love this prompt. I’d forgotten you’d shared it in the past. I must try it too!
Thanks, Tracy! Note to self: No green frog tape. Let me know how it goes.😊
Heat tape with hair dryer comes right off!
Fabulous idea! I love it! Tfs
Thanks so much!
cool process!
Thanks, Carole!❤️
👍👍👍
Thank you!
Layering another word over over "BULLET" was genius....it definitely helped with tying the piece together with the paint on the lettering. If anyone has any suggestions as to how to make separating cardboard I'd love to hear it. Especially for finer corrugations.
Thanks, Laurie! My method for separating cardboard is to brush water over the area you want to separate, wait a few minutes and then peel it back. The water loosens the glue in the cardboard.
@@chrisloudart thank you!
Have you used your blow dryer to remove the blue painters tape? It works well. No tearing
Hey Shellie! I usually use it to help remove the tape, but sometimes I'm a little too eager to remove it and forget. Those are usually the times I have issues 😕
Looks great! I hadn't thought of using cracks in the pavement as a resource, but I pick out a word from the dictionary or thesaurus and make a painted description of the word, I get some very odd results😳🤭
Thank you! I love that idea and have added it to my list! Do you name the piece with the words you picked or do those just serve as your prompt?
@@chrisloudart if it fits I name it with the word I randomly chose, but sometimes the art work has a mind of its own and metamorphoses into something else. Sometimes it works and sometimes it doesn't, I'm still new to abstract so I'm creating quite a lot of crap, but that's what visual diaries are for, no one but me sees them. Although when I die they maybe worth a small fortune 🤣🤣🤣🤣 not! Aaah the thoughts one has when in the workshop too long, ideas of grandure start creeping in. 😳🤪🤣🤣🤣🤣
@@howlingwind1937 Haha...we all make a lot of crap. I have whole sketchbooks hidden away. Here's to making the fortune while you're around to see it!🥂
@@chrisloudart now wouldn't that be something, to make a fortune whilst still living, nice but I'm not really about that if I can make some money above my bills then I'd be happy to be able to replace art materials, with some left over. My needs aren't huge, I own my home, and where I live in Tasmania is a bumpy 20 acres of rainforest that alone makes me feel wealthy, it's beautiful here. Cheers!
I think that sounds like a beautiful and better way to be wealthy!
This is amazing - good inspiration and I really like the painting. I have difficulty with images that appear to float in the middle - is it just me, because I'm loving your handling of this issue??
Thanks, Ann! I agree that this is not always an easy process. I have plenty of examples that don't quite look right. I found that going with a simpler approach to layering the background helped improve the overall appearance.
Hi Chris! I love this piece and the process you used. I recently found your channel and love what you do. You might enjoy a channel by Jackie Schomburg. She has an interesting process as you do. I've heard this prompt in a class I took (can't remember as it's been several years ago), and I had a lot of fun with it. Thanks for generously sharing your content!
Hey Carole! Thank you so much! Jackie has been in my TH-cam rotation for a few months. I enjoy watching her videos when I have time. I really like her conversational approach and loose style.