Seeing like an abstract artist

Name: Seeing like an abstract artist
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Learn to find inspiration everywhere and turn it into great abstracts

Created byDoris Charest

Last updated 12/2020

English

What you'll learn

You will learn how to look for abstracts by looking around you
You will learn that the world is full of ideas for you to choose from
You will learn how to take an object, look at it and turn it into a great abstract painting
You will learn to look at a photo and turn it into an abstract painting
You will learn to observe details that will lead to your newest abstract painting

Course content

4 sections • 18 lectures • 1h 2m total length

Introduction1:37
Materials you will need1:30
A list of the materials that you will need.

Seeing- Other suggestions2:20
A few more suggestions to get you ready for the course.
Let's start with a walk1:50
The first part of the course is taking a walk and looking at what is around you. I explain the process here.
Textures2:22
On our walk, we will be focussing on textures. Have your camera ready and a bag to collect items.
Shapes2:58
On our walk, we will be focussing on shapes. Have your camera ready.
Colour3:17
On our walk, we will be focussing on colour. Have your camera ready and a bag to collect items.
Lines1:45
On our walk, we will be focussing on lines. Have your camera ready.
Patterns2:01
On our walk, we will be focussing on patterns. Have your camera ready and a bag to collect items.
Rhythm, Unity and Balance2:53
On our walk, we will be focussing on rhythm, unity and balance. Have your camera ready and your sketchbook too.
Mood3:36
On our walk, we will be focussing on rhythm, unity and balance. Have your camera ready and your sketchbook too.
Values1:58
On our walk, we will be focussing on rhythm, unity and balance. Have your camera ready and your sketchbook as well.

Using ordinary objects to create an abstract painting; a plant6:08
The first example of a painting done using ordinary objects. In this case it is a plant with spiky leaf shapes.
Using ordinary objects to create an abstract #25:48
The second example of a painting done using ordinary objects. In this case it is some packets of sugar and some candies.
Using ordinary objects to create abstracts #310:23
The third example of a painting done using ordinary objects. In this case it is a nest.
Using ordinary objects to create abstracts #46:34
The fourth example of a painting done using ordinary objects. In this case it is blinds, piano keys and a roll top desk combined.
Composition tips3:17
An overview of composition tips. These are suggestions for checking your final painting project.

Requirements

Have used paint before.
Have basic paint colours, brushes and painting surfaces
Be willing to experiment and take chances

Description

Abstracts are beautiful but where do I start? In this course, I will lead you through a step-by-step process that will show you how to find inspiration for your abstracts everywhere. Ideas are all around you. You just need to know how to look for them. You will explore exercises that will show you how to find those exciting ideas. You will see how to put those ideas down and make a plan. This plan leads to wonderful abstracts that you will create. You will learn:

-To look at objects in a different way

-To look at nature in a different way

-To look at colours, shapes and textures in a different way

-To use what you see to create beautiful abstracts

Never lack for ideas again. Learn to see abstracts anywhere and everywhere. Simple and easy, this process just means raising your awareness to 'SEE' potential in just about anything. Once this happens, creating abstracts will become second nature to you. Join me in my course on Learning to see like an abstract painter.

Who this course is for:

Beginners at art
Artists wanting a refresher course to kick start their creativity

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Course content

Introduction2 lectures • 3min

Creating a collection of ideas for your abstracts10 lectures • 25min

Examples of abstract paintings and techniques5 lectures • 32min

Conclusion and summary1 lecture • 2min

Requirements

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