Painting Figures for the Beginner: An Easy Way to Get Started if You Feel Intimidated

Today I am painting figure studies in my sketchbook using a template that I have created from a magazine model. Sketchbooks are a great place to experiment and practice without expectations.
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[@BarbaraMerges]

I just love your whimsical ladies. I am struck by your generosity with your time and sharing your process. Thank you.

[@pattscrivenerartist]

Thank you so much!

[@marypartridge5154]

Its great all you commercial artists have a platform here on utube.

[@pattscrivenerartist]

It’s a wonderful platform to share on.

[@marypartridge5154]

Thanking you those figures looked bright and great to see how you did this.

[@pattscrivenerartist]

My pleasure!

[@sheripalmer3192]

Thanks!

[@callycat6660]

Thankyou so much for a wonderful way to do figures .. just amazing !

[@pattscrivenerartist]

You're very welcome!

[@wendyrussell3758]

Loved this demo, would like more. You are so interesting and talented.

[@pattscrivenerartist]

Thank you! Will do!

[@jdmosaics]

Using the negative stencil of the cut out positive, is a good way to see what the people will look like… I have done this with students before in a Collage class.

[@pattscrivenerartist]

It is a great little exercise!

[@maggiefreeman6513]

Such a great demo. Thanks so much 😊

[@pattscrivenerartist]

Glad it was helpful!

[@patriciabroderick403]

thanks so much for sharing your technique...looks like fun!

[@pattscrivenerartist]

You are so welcome!

[@MsCaleb79]

Nice figures

[@pattscrivenerartist]

Thanks!!

[@maryannteitman2022]

Love this video ❤ it was so helpful.
Thanks 😊

[@pattscrivenerartist]

Glad it was helpful!

[@JoAnneSmith-di8ok]

I love your ladies and appreciate you explaining your process. Have a good weekend.

[@pattscrivenerartist]

Thank you! You too!I a, going to rest tomorrow. Exhausted after my opening today!

[@Midgy21747]

Always love your work.

[@pattscrivenerartist]

Thanks Anna!😀

[@Stacey-barnbrushart]

Thank you for sharing your process for practice. I can’t wait to give it a go.

[@pattscrivenerartist]

You are so welcome! Have fun! A sketchbook is a low pressure space to practice and experiment.

[@gordsantarossa4924]

I will definitely start a sketch book!

[@pattscrivenerartist]

I am glad to hear it! Happy exploring!

[@karenwhite4786]

Love your work.

[@pattscrivenerartist]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@freedomvassigh3998]

❤❤❤

[@pattscrivenerartist]

Thank you!

[@IrisAndrassy]

I love this , thanks so much!

[@pattscrivenerartist]

You are so welcome!

[@aliciagraysonstanley2449]

YOU, are amazing. Thank you for your generosity in sharing so much information. My goal is to "let it go", and become more loose in my work. This is a challenge for me due to my past work. Thank you for so much inspiration!

[@pattscrivenerartist]

Thanks for your comment. I love sharing what I have learned.

[@jdmosaics]

That’s just it…. It is your past work….. There is a great book called The Path by Michael Puett.: What Chinese Philosophers Can Teach Us about the Good Life.
So interesting, about how we often label ourselves… not thinking we were a different person then… and we can be whatever we want to be in the future…

[@denises9455]

❤

[@pattscrivenerartist]

Thank you!

[@melbabowen4389]

❤VERY COOL !

[@pattscrivenerartist]

Glad you liked it!

[@tenaisaacs7223]

Thank you for sharing your process.

[@pattscrivenerartist]

Thanks for watching!

[@katykrebs9707]

This was great! Will you be having summer workshops?

[@pattscrivenerartist]

Glad you enjoyed it! Are you looking for in studio workshops or online?

[@sharonalkenbrack2871]

Thank you very much.

[@pattscrivenerartist]

You are welcome!

[@TxMimi]

I need to spend more time practicing in a sketchbook. I love how loose you are when painting. What was that little short brush that you used in the beginning that fit in your hand? I like that as I have some long handle brushing that I wish I would not have bought as they feel ‘In the way’ while working smaller scale.

[@pattscrivenerartist]

That is a Liquitex paddle brush -1”. They have become very pricey but you can also find other brands that are similar. It is very good for blocking in.

[@samjackson7270]

Congratulations on your solo show, your pieces were exquisite! I would love to come to the Island sometime for your courses. Are their accommodations close by as this would require at least 1 sleep over. I reside in South Surrey.

[@pattscrivenerartist]

That would be awesome! There are lot’s of accommodations close by. Also a cute little Airbnb reasonably priced, hotels with kitchens too.

[@samjackson7270]

@@pattscrivenerartist thank you for your quick reply, sounds like I have “figured” out what I want for my 65th birthday gift this year!☀️🥳

[@pattscrivenerartist]

@@samjackson7270 Awesome! Is there a better month/days for you? Also what workshop interests you. I am setting up some new dates.

[@annaprice8170]

patt, would you have room for another painter in your workshop tomorrow? A friend if mine may be interested.

[@pattscrivenerartist]

I am not in charge as it is run through the MAC -their website says it is still in stock. shop.mcmillanartscentre.com/collections/workshops-classes/products/mac-school-art-gems-fashion-divas-painting-workshop-10am-mon-feb-12-2024

[@hilsorange9382]

Hi Patt, would you recommend "gessoing" sketch book pages.....yours look so flat....or is that just the quality of your sketchbook paper? :) TY

[@pattscrivenerartist]

I do not gesso mine. I use a Strathmore Mixed a media Journal.