Learn the Process: Abstract Acrylics

Name: Learn the Process: Abstract Acrylics
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Meadowflowers - Making Painting Simple

Created byTanita Southon

Last updated 2/2024

English

What you'll learn

Objective 1: To learn the basic process of acrylic painting
Objective 2: To learn how to use different brushes to create various abstract leaf and flower shapes
Objective 3: To learn how to use a palette knife correctly, how to mix tones and also how to improve compositions
Objective 4: To inspire you to explore the world of acrylic painting on your own after you've completed the course
Objective 5: By the end of the course, you should have a finished piece of art

Course content

1 section • 8 lectures • 36m total length

Introduction1:43
An introduction to your lecturer, Tanita Southon
Materials Needed For This Course1:56
A detailed list and demonstration of materials needed for this course
The outline of this list is: acrylic paints, paintbrushes, a palette/container lid for mixing paints on (an old lid from an ice-cream container works pretty well), a palette knife, a water jar, empty 'squeezy' bottles and a canvas of choice
Abstract Foliage8:58
Step-by-step instruction taking you through the initial stages of your painting. This lecture involves the underpainting of foliage and you will be shown how to produce different leaf-like shapes with different brushes.
Palette Knife Poppies4:37
Introducing the 'Palette Knife'. In this lecture, you will be shown how to use a palette knife to produce abstract poppy-like shapes. Some suggestions and tips for composition will also be included.
Abstract Lavender5:33
Painting abstract lavender is not as hard as you think. In this lecture, I will break the process down into easy steps for you to follow.
Squeezy Bottle Daisies3:33
In this lecture, you will learn the process of painting abstract daisies using fine-tip 'squeezy' bottles which are easily bought at your local art/craft store
Splodgy Spring Flowers3:01
A step-by-step demonstration and explanation of how to paint abstract spring flowers using a round brush
Finishing Up6:51
Finishing touches and final details will help bring your painting to completion. This lecture takes you through those stages step-by-step.

Requirements

No experience needed: painters of all skill levels are welcome to do this course.
A list of all materials needed is included in the second lecture. The outline of this list is: acrylic paints, paintbrushes, a palette/container lid for mixing paints, a palette knife, a water jar, empty 'squeezy' bottles and a canvas of choice

Description

A step-by-step instructional course to guide you through the process of painting 'abstract-ly' with acrylic paints. This course is designed for anyone who would like to give abstract painting a try - whether you have painted before or not.

To get the most out of this course, collect all the materials you need and paint with me while you watch so that you can apply what you are learning straight away. You can easily pause so that you can complete the steps instructed and then continue the course at your own pace.

Many of the steps in this course have been super simplified to make it easy for a first-time painter to follow along, apply the techniques, and produce a beautiful piece of art. Each video/lecture in the course addresses one step in the process and every step within that, has been broken down into bite-sized parts as well. Through demonstrations and explanations, students will be able to apply what they have learnt on to their canvasses. The course teaches a variety of skills; from learning how to mix different tones, to making use of a palette knife. Students will also learn about different brushes and their applications, as well as some compositional pointers.

One of my main goals with this course (and any of my courses) is to take the 'fear factor' out of art-making and to enable or empower people of all skill-levels to express themselves in an artistic way and hopefully for them to enjoy themselves in the process. Art shouldn't only be for those with "natural talent" or ability, but for everyone. We all have something inside that we need to express and my hope is that this course will help you to do that in a way that will leave you feeling happy and like you have accomplished something by the end of it.

Who this course is for:

This course is for anyone wanting to learn how to paint with acrylics in a loose and abstract way.
Whether you have painted before, are professional, or just starting out, this course will provide you with some great skills and ideas