Go from a blank canvas to frame-worthy paintings
Think you can't? think again!
Abstract Painting for
Absolute Beginners
In Abstract Painting for Absolute Beginners, the emphasis is on simplifying techniques and bringing playfulness to your time in the studio.
My step-by-step process will have you creating abstract paintings without fear or hesitation. You can discover the content at your own pace and rewatch it as often as you want.
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By the end of this course, you will have the following:
🔶 at least 10 frame-worthy paintings
🔶 a resource library filled with idea sheets, painting guides, and color-mixing charts
🔶 15 helpful resources to refer back to and guide you over and over again
🔶 a thorough understanding of color, design and composition
You’ll be empowered to paint with confidence!
Paint with
confidence and ease
Having a 5-step process that builds on the previous steps gives you a repeatable system that ensures your success. You’ll start by gathering ideas, then begin loosening up and moving on to Color Basics, Design Elements and end up Creating Compositions.
Having shortcuts can save you time. In this course you’ll find your art style using a special form that will summarize the elements you love. You’ll be painting with layers, which will give depth and interest to your work. Finally, I’ll share tips on how to problem-solve when you get stuck.
A simple
5-step process
Shortcuts to make
painting easy
There are many ways to create abstract paintings you love and express the uniqueness of you.
Abstract Painting for Absolute Beginners will give you the tools to create abstract paintings with ease.
Introduction
In this module I’ll go over everything we’ll use in the course. I’ll demonstrate the qualities of acrylic paints using water and acrylic medium. I’ll also guide you through the “Finding Your Art Style” resource. You’ll come away with a detailed overview of your own unique abstract art style.
Getting Ideas - Step 1
The first thing you need to begin an abstract painting is an idea. You’ve got to start somewhere. In this module we’ll gather ideas and inspiration from magazines and books and collect them all in one place that you can refer to later for inspiration. This will become your Resource Library.
Loosening Up – Step 2
Now that you have some ideas it’s time to get into the studio and loosen up with some fun exercises. In this module we’ll be creating two exciting projects together — six black-and-white paintings and three with color. Painting ideas come more easily when you're loose and having fun.
Color Basics – Step 3
I’ll be explaining how to use a color wheel, focusing on primary, secondary and complementary colors. I’ll also explain the basic properties of colors, which are hue, value, and saturation. Using my unique Color-Mixing Charts you’ll find that exploring colors becomes both enjoyable and easy!
All About Design – Step 4
Now it’s time to understand what design is all about in abstract painting. The most important aspect of design is making sure you have enough variety in your work! I’ll explain this using the resource “Design:Variety.” I’ll highlight three factors to keep in mind with variety: shape, color, and value.
Creating Compositions – Step 5
We’re at the last stage and I’ll demonstrate two of the most popular composition styles: Horizontal and the Rule of Thirds. I'll show you step-by-step how to create both types and I'll give you my simple shortcut for using the Rule of Thirds.
Final Steps
Now that we have followed all five steps we’re going to sign, seal, and put the hardware on our paintings. You’ve reached the exciting stage where you can display all the paintings you’ve created!
Abstract Painting for Absolute Beginners will open to new subscribers in spring 2025 for only $497!
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