Abstract Pastel Painting Techniques

Outside or inside it doesn t matter but i have to have enough room to move around the piece.

Abstract pastel painting techniques.

The resultant line has great expression conveying a sense of the gesture you made. I used an underpainting of fluid acrylic. Oct 26 2013 explore kitty rowe s board abstract pastel artists on pinterest. You can either drip from above or flick your wet brush to get a spray of paint.

See more ideas about abstract art inspiration art. Channel your inner jackson pollack and attempt the splattering technique to create abstract masterpieces. These are great tips for hobbyists and budding abstract artists. My first you tube video of a few of my current pastels.

This is a recent pastel painting titled above it all that i filmed while working on it. The simplest way to use a pastel is to draw with the end holding it as you would a pencil or pen. Creative layering techniques for abstract painting genady arkhipau. Expressions in mixed media by northlight books and a series of videos on creating abstract art.

5 easy abstract painting techniques for beginners. The harder you press the more pastel you ll be putting down on the sheet. I am the author of abstract art painting. Materials used in this video.

My abstract pastels have won awards from international artist magazine pastel society of america and the international association of pastel societies. Then choose another and another layering and blending in an intuitive way.