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  • Abstract Painting / How to Develop a Center of Interest in an Abstract Painting. Contemporary painter David M. Kessler describes three main ways to develop a center of interest in a painting.
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  • @feleciaeverett1799
    @feleciaeverett1799 5 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Thank you so very much for all of your Insight I waited until I was 60 plus to decide to try my hand at painting and your teachings are invaluable to me I could never afford them but you're so gracious to share your wisdom and knowledge and it just makes the entire thing so enjoyable thank you thank you thank you

    • @davidm.kesslerfineart1717
      @davidm.kesslerfineart1717  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Felecia, thanks so much for the note! I’m so happy you found painting. It makes no difference about your age, only that you enjoy it. I’m happy I can be part of your journey!

  • @Uttamfineartsabstractart
    @Uttamfineartsabstractart 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Abstract painting is heart of the art.

  • @stoneycase5440
    @stoneycase5440 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Kessler is a great painter. He is also a great teacher.

  • @mspelleri
    @mspelleri 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Wow! Very informative. I feel like a magician has spilled the secret to his tricks. Thank you!

  • @robertstotesbury8005
    @robertstotesbury8005 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks David!

  • @christophery9699
    @christophery9699 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you random reddit guy. I saw an abstract he posted, was impressed then read the comments and he said this is where he learned so much (paraphrase). Glad I found you and can't wait to watch more.

  • @sharonputman3633
    @sharonputman3633 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thanks so much David! As a total beginner (@76) in abstract art I did not know where I was going to start! Now things are getting much clearer! 😊 Sharon

  • @amandanallie6726
    @amandanallie6726 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love it, can’t wait to try

  • @carolandrews8952
    @carolandrews8952 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great teaching, thank you !

  • @foreveryoung4980
    @foreveryoung4980 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I find your video instructions are very helpful and inspiring .tnx

  • @vikaphotography
    @vikaphotography ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I'm only two videos in and your content is already so helpful! I took art years ago and these are great refreshers and examples. Thank you!!!

  • @identitycollective3823
    @identitycollective3823 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    SO helpful, thank you

  • @charcoal0610
    @charcoal0610 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you so much for these practical lessons. I found them useful guidance, and you've made them so simple. All make good sense.

  • @lukisanmoses
    @lukisanmoses 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you, appreciate this.

  • @papadani
    @papadani ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very helpful tips

  • @penco-penco
    @penco-penco ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Amazing artwork!

  • @agsypants5556
    @agsypants5556 18 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Wow, great lesson, I had no idea about this.

  • @christopheralcantara4378
    @christopheralcantara4378 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    This good lesson. Thank you

  • @thebestisyettocomegodisawe1081
    @thebestisyettocomegodisawe1081 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Yes! We need to make our paintings the ones that attract the ATTENTION in a gallery. The people will see it and it will draw them to it. I paint realism, abstract realism, and abstract. 😁

  • @priyadarshini.m5684
    @priyadarshini.m5684 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Found u by chance while browsing through and i must say i am lucky.. loved ur tutorials and love ur art. Never knew abstract art can be so amazing and has so much going on with it.

    • @davidm.kesslerfineart1717
      @davidm.kesslerfineart1717  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Priyadarshini M thank you! I appreciate you taking the time to watch and comment.

  • @rupachitnavis1298
    @rupachitnavis1298 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Welcome Respected Sir

  • @annielittlewolf2017
    @annielittlewolf2017 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I am so grateful for your teachings, your videos, etc. So much to learn and you lay it out and demonstrate it so well. You are a wonderful teacher!

  • @thalaagdal2457
    @thalaagdal2457 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Je viens de découvrir vos vidéos et c'est un trésor que vous m'offrez. Merci pour votre générosité. Je vais tenter de voir toutes vos vidéos à la chaîne. Trop contente ! Merci encore.

  • @lynn_thinks
    @lynn_thinks 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks, Dave! I’m learning a great deal from your insights and teaching! 🎨🖌👍

  • @nadadellore865
    @nadadellore865 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you. Very helpful to me.

  • @philmcavity4303
    @philmcavity4303 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Definitely helpful!

  • @1gotch
    @1gotch ปีที่แล้ว +1

    These video are clear and concise...very useful and appreciated. It is all about contrast...hard and soft edged, light and dark values, intensity - warm and cool or opposite colors, plus an area that is highly detailed contrasting with less cluttered space creates a focal area...it holds the viewer's attention longer.

  • @paintwithcasey5644
    @paintwithcasey5644 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    All your videos are so helpful and insightful. Thank you for taking the time to make them!

  • @rupachitnavis1298
    @rupachitnavis1298 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you so much Dear David Sir.Namaste from India. I love your art work and your videos are so wonderful. I too paint and there is so much to learn from you

  • @Narayani-er4rd
    @Narayani-er4rd 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    A born teacher. Thank you

  • @rupachitnavis1298
    @rupachitnavis1298 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very well you teach Respected Sir. Thanks a lot

  • @tbluemel
    @tbluemel 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That explains a lot about why I seem to like your abstracts better than most! Super explanation and applicable to more than abstract art!! Thank you!

    • @davidm.kesslerfineart1717
      @davidm.kesslerfineart1717  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thom, you’re welcome and thanks for your input. You’re right - this is the same way you make a COI in any type of painting. Thanks for watching!

    • @tbluemel
      @tbluemel 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@davidm.kesslerfineart1717 By the way, PLEASE do more of the watercolor abstracts. I really love those. Grrrreat channel. So happy I found you!!!

    • @davidm.kesslerfineart1717
      @davidm.kesslerfineart1717  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thom Bluemel I’ll try to film a few more watercolor demos. Thanks for your support!

  • @ruthannlitterick2013
    @ruthannlitterick2013 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks David! Your videos are teaching me how to APPLY the theory's I've learned . This one really hit the spot for me.

  • @pattisimmonsart916
    @pattisimmonsart916 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I am grateful I found your channel. I'm learning so much from you. Thank you for your time and knowledge!

  • @jackdaniel3203
    @jackdaniel3203 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This makes so much sense. I have ventured into abstract from landscaping but found my abstracts lacking. Thank you

  • @sergiov2236
    @sergiov2236 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It is important and it is very helpful. You are telling us things that other youtubers are not mentioning or going into detail. Thank you for that and greetings from Perú!!!

    • @davidm.kesslerfineart1717
      @davidm.kesslerfineart1717  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sergio V Hi! Thanks for the note, I appreciate it. Glad you found it helpful, and thank you for watching!

  • @christinegalysh7433
    @christinegalysh7433 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you. this video is very helpful. All the best.

  • @joannavandeneijnden5437
    @joannavandeneijnden5437 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I hope you go on for ever with your generous information, so clear, inspiring, motivating .

  • @rhondalagemann3224
    @rhondalagemann3224 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I very much learn a lot with your teachings. You make sense in the things you say. Your a great teacher

  • @brendaoquin
    @brendaoquin 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you so much. This video was very helpful. Your videos are always appreciated.

  • @ptourang2
    @ptourang2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you !

  • @leelootz1
    @leelootz1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks a lot for this class, David!

  • @wendycornah9002
    @wendycornah9002 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    wow, thank you. That is so helpful

  • @teedoubleu9602
    @teedoubleu9602 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    VERY helpful video.. thank you so much for sharing your wisdom sir..

  • @jillpratt2447
    @jillpratt2447 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Again! I’m loving your videos. Straight forward, honest facts…thanks, David!

  • @derekPhilipMonteiro
    @derekPhilipMonteiro 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks David! Very helpful tips! Thanks again...

  • @shellienoyes100
    @shellienoyes100 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great info!

  • @svenni59
    @svenni59 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for this excellent video. I always watch your videos to get inspiration.

  • @kimsfusionart
    @kimsfusionart 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you, been abstracting for awhile now , lovin your vids i'm self taught in New Zealand. Just had my aha moment lol, now i know i'm on the right track

  • @robynatsidaftis1488
    @robynatsidaftis1488 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for sharing David... always enjoy your youtubes

  • @erinakaika2431
    @erinakaika2431 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you👍

  • @user-qu9ri5lu2b
    @user-qu9ri5lu2b 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    So helpful

  • @shreeyankamahakud9766
    @shreeyankamahakud9766 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for such an informative lesson.

  • @vesnaduval2003
    @vesnaduval2003 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I agree. I love how well you explain it. Thank you. Very helpfull.

  • @finakhan5221
    @finakhan5221 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for sharing! Great tips...

  • @iceangel1701d
    @iceangel1701d 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for your help! I learned a lot.

  • @christeendonnelly9813
    @christeendonnelly9813 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love the video thanks for teaching us!

  • @fatoomgierdien2181
    @fatoomgierdien2181 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Your video is focused and informative!!
    MUCH appreciated.

  • @riteasrain
    @riteasrain 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Very helpful. I love painting abstracts but sometimes I get lost in all the detail and obscurity, so thank you for teaching this.

  • @vlande1336
    @vlande1336 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    so helpful, thanks!

  • @TheMineralMomma
    @TheMineralMomma 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you! I love your video's!

  • @Pixiesister1
    @Pixiesister1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for this explanation. Very helpful.

  • @dianakaykenyon7760
    @dianakaykenyon7760 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent suggestions and simplified for me!

  • @fatoomgierdien2181
    @fatoomgierdien2181 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have just watched one of the most interesting and valuable videos. Thank YOU MUCH.

  • @shathabatayneh3744
    @shathabatayneh3744 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I totally agree with you on the center interest in the painting whatever genre it is... thank you for your excellent videos 🙏

  • @benjydis7459
    @benjydis7459 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You know what you are talking about. Thanks. There was a small pink/green painting i did once and is lost but always remained in my mind. Now I know why from seeing a very similar work you showed in another video. You and I are very similar, I'm more of a figurative /landscape painter but we think about colour in the same way. Thank you very much for sharing your excellent and correct knowledge!!

  • @Ivorybird09
    @Ivorybird09 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a clear and beautiful explanation. Very inspiring, sir.
    Love your art style!!!!

  • @louskywalker5570
    @louskywalker5570 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Gracias por esta lección. Estoy empezando y estaba buscando alguien que me lo explicara. Thank you🙏

  • @brandythompson6544
    @brandythompson6544 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Well- that breaks it down fairly simply into terms I can understand really well. One of those AH-HA moments!! Thanks so much- really great- short, simple- right to the point!! Fantastic!! Learned to so much!!

  • @madhurimaartandcraft9696
    @madhurimaartandcraft9696 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks a lot❤🙏🙏 very helpful video

  • @reemalhindi3948
    @reemalhindi3948 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Amazing tips i have just started learning abstract painting its helped me a lot .. many thanks 🌷

    • @davidm.kesslerfineart1717
      @davidm.kesslerfineart1717  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Reem Alhindi you're welcome. Thanks for watching and best wishes for your art making!

  • @Moe-zo4fm
    @Moe-zo4fm 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is great, I’m an abstract painter and it is so easy to forget composition in the intuitive process. But I want my work to be really goo quality. Thank you this is awseome!

  • @judyhyland9483
    @judyhyland9483 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you, indeed helpful

  • @lindathompson6129
    @lindathompson6129 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your video helped me out a lot. Thank you.

  • @Gigiridgway
    @Gigiridgway 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you 😊

  • @patriciaezzell7484
    @patriciaezzell7484 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    good info

  • @ImpulsiveArtistrybyCharlesWolf
    @ImpulsiveArtistrybyCharlesWolf 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great info, thank you!

  • @ItsVanicaaa
    @ItsVanicaaa 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    6:20 looks like the colors from Lorde's melodrama album omg. I love your paintings!!

  • @aramburu
    @aramburu 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Muy bueno este video. Muchas gracias.

  • @terryannsweeney4428
    @terryannsweeney4428 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you so much for these great videos \tutorials!! They are helping me tremendously when I am setting up a composition for my abstract painting! I’m a newbie!! A few paintings I have done just do not feel right… So with your help and great tutorials I can see why… Composition and center of interest! I am taking notes!! 😃

  • @tendr247
    @tendr247 ปีที่แล้ว

    Abstract I like to follow the shapes and color most of all around the painting. So I guess all my art sucks but it did make me feel a relief of anxiety when I liked it though my brother doesn’t like my art, my sister loves it.

  • @rgrantconacher5300
    @rgrantconacher5300 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video thank you 😃💓🐼⚓🔥

  • @awildacruzcruz2859
    @awildacruzcruz2859 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Makes sense 😂 . Thanks again! Like the painting behind you too!

  • @dianecharest8365
    @dianecharest8365 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Im really glad i found you. I like what you teach and i love your style. I havent watched every single video, but i do believe that i would recognize your paintings. You have a very unique signature style.

  • @Cre-Art
    @Cre-Art 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I agree that a center of interest (focal point) is important because it is helpful to the viewer. The artist can do whatever he/she wants, but if my eye can't grab onto anything my attention is scattered. Instead of being pulled into the art work, I move on. At this point it's just a matter of taste, but if I were painting, I'd want to grab as much (positive) viewer attention as possible. I've always been fascinated by abstract art because the viewer can put in his own thoughts and interpretation. To me, it never gets boring. But just because someone puts paint on a canvas in a seemingly random and freestyle manner, does not make it good art. Again, everyone has their own opinion. This is just what works for me. :)

  • @davidm.kesslerfineart1717
    @davidm.kesslerfineart1717  7 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    Thank you for watching How to Develop a Center of Interest in an Abstract Painting. Leave a comment and be sure to like and share the video - Thanks!

    • @mcuna42
      @mcuna42 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      David M. Kessler Fine Art Great video. I think this will be very helpful. Love your channel. Looking forward to an upcoming workshop of yours I will be attending.

    • @davidm.kesslerfineart1717
      @davidm.kesslerfineart1717  7 ปีที่แล้ว

      María Camp thank you - I look forward to meeting you at the workshop!

  • @Cheryl64014
    @Cheryl64014 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you very much, David. It is so obvious that you really care about your "students" out here, and I appreciate that so much. I'll be 70 this coming January, and this is the first time I am learning in a way that makes me think I can really do this! Thank you, again.

    • @davidm.kesslerfineart1717
      @davidm.kesslerfineart1717  7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Cheryl64014 you're welcome. Glad to hear you find it helpful. Believe me, you can do it!

    • @Cheryl64014
      @Cheryl64014 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      With what I'm learning from you, David, I do believe you're right! I do believe I _can_ do it! :)

  • @abbyzain3232
    @abbyzain3232 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Informative and useful .,.thank you

  • @gypsysnickerdoodle4354
    @gypsysnickerdoodle4354 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I wish you could relate these with what you are doing, as you do it, in an overdub

  • @maryannewatson2393
    @maryannewatson2393 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    okay I think I got it... let's see if I do it. LOL Love this painting I'm moved.

  • @renojackson495
    @renojackson495 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    great videos!

  • @hodadessouki7890
    @hodadessouki7890 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you very much for sharing. When are we going to see you painting a new abstract?

    • @davidm.kesslerfineart1717
      @davidm.kesslerfineart1717  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hoda Dessouki you're welcome. I won't have any time to film new videos until September, so I'll try to squeeze a painting video in.

  • @Newriverartist
    @Newriverartist 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video! Also, great name!

  • @janeskidmorebennett8411
    @janeskidmorebennett8411 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Enjoyed ths video... and love your painting behind u... the vibrancy of the piece makes it desirable, just as u said.. because of the center of interest...

    • @davidm.kesslerfineart1717
      @davidm.kesslerfineart1717  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      jane skidmore bennett thanks for watching!

    • @janeskidmorebennett8411
      @janeskidmorebennett8411 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      im staying with u..... i love your pieces of color... and your videos that help me in so many ways... my latest struggle is trying to free my hand.. :)

    • @davidm.kesslerfineart1717
      @davidm.kesslerfineart1717  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      jane skidmore bennett happy to hear the videos are helpful for you!

  • @HeatherQuaine
    @HeatherQuaine 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    If cool color recede and warm colors come forward, would you make hard edge with predomitatly warmer colors?

  • @adi9606
    @adi9606 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks a lot sir..would love to meet u someday :)

  • @mawellleno7414
    @mawellleno7414 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    ❤❤

  • @Justjoszie
    @Justjoszie 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Finally!! Thank you I'm an extreme hyper realist this is the first explanation of abstract that makes sense. My issue is when to stop???...lol I have Pareidolia where i always see some figure or form with in... but I've been wanting to explore my voice in abstracts.. so thank you this is a good place to start.. :D

    • @davidm.kesslerfineart1717
      @davidm.kesslerfineart1717  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      JustJoszie thanks for watching and thanks for the comment. The reason you see “things” is because you always paint realistic “things”. That is the way you currently relate to abstract paintings. Making the switch for you will require thinking and seeing differently.

    • @Justjoszie
      @Justjoszie 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      okay, I was hoping it was about NOT thinking (over-thinker) lol but I see its about freedom... beyond reality. I'm self taught professional for 7 years. I always looked at abstracts and "say" " I don't get it" I still don't they just look fun... but truth be told this video makes me Get it.. ty gona give it a go

  • @user-ne7ez9yt9l
    @user-ne7ez9yt9l 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I agree to

  • @bruno_bantuga
    @bruno_bantuga 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is fantastic! But, would it be ok for you to record a video applying the 3 principles? That would be ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️!

    • @davidm.kesslerfineart1717
      @davidm.kesslerfineart1717  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Bruno, Thank you! I have more detailed application principles in my live workshops and paid online courses - I can't give away everything for free! Thanks for watching.