Andrea Wedell
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Working on top of Old Work: Dealing with Creepy Texture
You can watch how I work large on top of old work in oil and deal with common issues - creepy texture and getting it under control, working big and how to work in sections, not being afraid of chaos, editing, and having the patience to let the work dry before overworking and muddying the whole thing.
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If you'd like to develop a solid foundation in abstract composition skills, check out my self paced course FUNDAMENTALS OF ABSTRACT COMPOSITION.
andreawedell.thinkific.com/courses/Fundamentals-abstract-composition-painting
For information about retreats, live and online workshops go here: www.workshops.andreawedell.com/
I'm Andrea, a professional abstract artist based in Northern California. I've been painting and exhibiting for 30 years now. My training was in France where I lived for 28 years, and I continue to grow and stretch myself as an artist. I've also been teaching painting for a while now, I run online live workshops where people join from all over the world, live workshops, I create self-paced online workshops. I also offer one on one mentorship and one off critique sessions. Visit andreawedell.com to learn more.
When I can turn on the video as I'm working in the studio, I do. I hope you get something from watching these videos. From my studio to yours 🥳
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Abstract Art Workshops June 2024: with excerpts from a live class
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Update - Two New Workshops August 18 and 25 Two new workshops coming up in June ! One is is person in Marin County California on the beautiful campus at Marin MOCA, and one is online that you can attend from anywhere ! I don't run the live online ones very often. about once a year at this point, so if you're interested in that, you might want to jump onboard. Space is limited. You can find all ...
Working in a Series: create a cohesive body of work
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I'll show you my process for creating a series of paintings in the same style, not as easy as it might seem. For those of you who want to find a consistent style, that is repeatable and all your own, this is a good video for you to watch. DOWNLOAD THIS ABSTRACT COMPOSITION HANDOUT: This is my gift to you ! mailchi.mp/25afea07de20/elements-of-art-pdf-signup Product Recommendations RF blending me...
Integrating Collage into An Abstract Oil Painting
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I'll show you my process for integrating collage, usually pieces of my own art on paper, into my abstract compositions in oil. I'll also talk a little bit in this video about states of mind that are so important to be in when you're painting I'm mostly using RF pigment sticks on this painting so you'll also see how I use them.I hope watching this gives you some ideas, tips and inspiration for y...
Create Luminous Layers: Large Abstract Demonstration part Two
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This is part two of a demonstration on a large abstract painting in oil and cold wax. I'll show you how veering away from my original intention for the painting gets me in trouble, how I dance between chaos, structure, breaking things up when it looks rigid, or forced and how I add luminosity to surfaces that have lost their luster along the way. Ultimately this back and forth between chaos, st...
Large Abstract Painting Demonstration in Oil and Cold Wax: Part One
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Watch me develop a large abstract painting. I'll show you how I ask and answer questions about composition and color, how I take risks, and will give you all my techniques for working on dry surfaces in oil and cold wax DOWNLOAD THIS ABSTRACT COMPOSITION HANDOUT: This is my gift to you ! mailchi.mp/25afea07de20/elements-of-art-pdf-signup If you'd like to develop a solid foundation in abstract c...
Semi-Abstract Landscape painting Demonstration
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Watch me bring my composition and color into balance on this semi-abstracted landscape in oil. It was challenging and fun. Glad we caught it on camera so you can watch and learn from that process. DOWNLOAD THIS ABSTRACT COMPOSITION HANDOUT: This is my gift to you ! mailchi.mp/25afea07de20/elements-of-art-pdf-signup If you're interested in Abstracting Landscape in oil and cold wax, my new self p...
Five Mistakes to Avoid with Oil and Cold Wax Paintings
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Here are five big mistakes to avoid when working with oil and cold wax medium. Avoid some frustrating muddy overworked waxy results by learning how to manage drying time and a few other bits of information you'll find watching this. I'll also show you how I resolved this painting from start to finish. If you want to dive deeper into oil and cold wax, subsribe to my newsletter to learn about the...
Using Complementary Colors: Some of my favorite tips
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In this video, I'll give you some tips for using complementary colors to create focus areas, effective shadows and deliberate vibrancy. I'll also show you some examples of other artists using complementary colors in their gorgeous works. These are easy to remember and practice with. This video is actually a segment piece of my 6 module course on Fundamentals of Abstract composition 🎉 DOWNLOAD T...
Choosing Color: Easy to remember tips for successful paintings
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In this video, I'll give you some tips for choosing colors that create vibrancy, luminosity and contrast. These are easy to remember and practice with. The actual painting is a color study I was working on for a client commission. DOWNLOAD THIS ABSTRACT COMPOSITION HANDOUT: This is my gift to you ! mailchi.mp/25afea07de20/elements-of-art-pdf-signup If you want to dive deeper into the subject of...
Expressing the Essence of Place in an Abstract
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Expressing the Essence of Place in an Abstract
Do This To Avoid Overworking a Painting
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Do This To Avoid Overworking a Painting
Oil and Cold Wax: Exciting Surfaces, Bonus: Studio Tour and Set Up ⚡️
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Oil and Cold Wax: Exciting Surfaces, Bonus: Studio Tour and Set Up ⚡️
Oil and Cold Wax First Layers: No Mud 🎉
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Oil and Cold Wax First Layers: No Mud 🎉
RF Pigment Sticks over Acrylics 🎉 Fabulous !
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RF Pigment Sticks over Acrylics 🎉 Fabulous !
FUNDAMENTALS OF ABSTRACT COMPOSITION: New Online Course with Andrea Wedell
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FUNDAMENTALS OF ABSTRACT COMPOSITION: New Online Course with Andrea Wedell
From Small to Big Painting: Common Mistakes to Avoid when Scaling your Art
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From Small to Big Painting: Common Mistakes to Avoid when Scaling your Art
Working on commission : challenges to be prepared for
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Working on commission : challenges to be prepared for
The Secret to Creating Luminous White Paintings: Part One
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The Secret to Creating Luminous White Paintings: Part One
Cold wax and Acrylics: Create luminous thin layers with this fabulous water based medium
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Cold wax and Acrylics: Create luminous thin layers with this fabulous water based medium
Creating Exciting Lines and Marks
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Creating Exciting Lines and Marks
Easy Abstract Composition Ideas
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Easy Abstract Composition Ideas
Abstract Painting: Layering wet on wet in acrylic
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Abstract Painting: Layering wet on wet in acrylic
Color Theory for Abstract Painting - Easy to Apply for Great Results
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Color Theory for Abstract Painting - Easy to Apply for Great Results
Color Tip: Mixing beautiful greys
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Color Tip: Mixing beautiful greys
Glazing Techniques in Oil and Cold Wax
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Glazing Techniques in Oil and Cold Wax
Painting tip: Using collage in your composition
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Painting tip: Using collage in your composition
Painting tip: Fast vs Weak brush strokes
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Painting tip: Fast vs Weak brush strokes
Abstract Florals in Oil and Cold Wax - composition I color
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Abstract Florals in Oil and Cold Wax - composition I color
Great Tool to Find Color Harmony #SHORTS
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Great Tool to Find Color Harmony #SHORTS

Komentáře

  • @mariadecristal888
    @mariadecristal888 Před dnem

    Hermoso

  • @Kimhaas007
    @Kimhaas007 Před 3 dny

    I love the process, I love the way you verbally explain your artistic thought process! You help break down the why? I also love the mark making, so cool. I’ll bindige watch you today thank you! Ps you remind me of Pamela Caughy that’s a huge compliment!!!

  • @Sunshine2Moons
    @Sunshine2Moons Před 9 dny

    Thank you! Recently discovered your channel and am enjoying your content. May i ask how long it takes before you can work over the areas where you used the citrisolve?

    • @artistspace
      @artistspace Před 9 dny

      @@Sunshine2Moons it dries very fast. Wait an hour or less and you should be good

    • @Sunshine2Moons
      @Sunshine2Moons Před 9 dny

      @@artistspace thank you!

  • @jenfleming9412
    @jenfleming9412 Před 9 dny

    Lovely pretty, soft painting Andrea. I am about to start a 48”x48” cold wax and oil on board for my daughter in laws stairwell. I have never done a board this big and am a little nervous. I have no room to work on it upright like you do. I’ll have to work on it on a large table. But I suppose I can lift it up and prop it against a wall to look at it every now and then. I anticipate it will be physically challenging. By the way, you always look so elegant and coordinated in your soft pastel clothes.

    • @artistspace
      @artistspace Před 9 dny

      @@jenfleming9412 good luck !

    • @artistspace
      @artistspace Před 9 dny

      @@jenfleming9412 I’d definitely encourage you to work small before working big !

    • @jenfleming9412
      @jenfleming9412 Před 8 dny

      @@artistspace o I have been! Been sneaking up on it .

  • @Gringapproved26
    @Gringapproved26 Před 12 dny

    Hi! How do you prevent the paints from smudging after? For example if you were to sell and ship do you protect it with something? Thank you!

    • @artistspace
      @artistspace Před 5 dny

      You wait for them to dry and that’s about it

  • @arlinejernigan
    @arlinejernigan Před 16 dny

    Would you talk about color, and how you choose your particular color combinations. Is it deliberate or intuitive, or a mixture of both. It seems that we work in a very similar way, but your colors are way more vibrant. I know you use very bright and sometimes neon colors, but the beauty of your work is that none of your paintings end up garish or to bright. they read as rich and calmly energized.

    • @artistspace
      @artistspace Před 16 dny

      Thanks Arline. I’m using a combination of intuition and color theory knowledge to make decisions ☺️

    • @artistspace
      @artistspace Před 16 dny

      Choosing color is a very vast subject. I have a whole new online course called the skilled colorist coming out next week where I talk through pretty much everything I know and use

    • @arlinejernigan
      @arlinejernigan Před 16 dny

      @@artistspace Thank you. Color has been so frustrating for me. I could definitely use some inspiration.

  • @missbehaving4710
    @missbehaving4710 Před 16 dny

    Thank you 🎉

  • @quuqeemonster
    @quuqeemonster Před 18 dny

    7:36 pinks layers

  • @quuqeemonster
    @quuqeemonster Před 19 dny

    Radiant White. Why?

    • @artistspace
      @artistspace Před 16 dny

      Because it’s a very bright white

  • @quuqeemonster
    @quuqeemonster Před měsícem

    Where did you get the jumpsuit? I love it.

  • @Michelle-kw2sp
    @Michelle-kw2sp Před měsícem

    That is lovely, I love the placement of strong colours creating delicate flowers.

  • @christinedozier6071
    @christinedozier6071 Před měsícem

    Get after that blue thing! Love it - how fun!

  • @christineoneill644
    @christineoneill644 Před měsícem

    Is it possible to show your palette? So we can see you mixing wax and the paint? Mixing colors.... etc

    • @artistspace
      @artistspace Před měsícem

      Watch some of my other videos to see that ☺️

  • @johannainglis6338
    @johannainglis6338 Před měsícem

    From beginning to end so well explained Andrea - and so inspiring to watch the bold transformational process of the original painting - wow! thank you.

  • @clairecadoux471
    @clairecadoux471 Před měsícem

    Please mute the music. On some phones/laptops it is louder than the narration. I do not understand (and I am happy to be taught) why people put music onto and above and with a spoken narration. When we read to our children at bedtime we don't put music on. When we're reading out Harry Potter, when we have dinner with friends or have them around do we not allow them to speak unless there's music on? in normal conversation you don't have music as well. It certainly is not common when it's a teaching dynamic. Adding music creates competition of sound. If we go to a concert do we want to turn to the audience and say please talk while we are playing this lovely piece of music?

    • @artistspace
      @artistspace Před měsícem

      Thank you for your feedback. Please understand this is a free learning resource for you

  • @smithccc5615
    @smithccc5615 Před měsícem

    thanks, Andrea!

  • @dawn1153
    @dawn1153 Před měsícem

    Oh, so enjoyed watching you working. Love your colour choices too. Thanks for sharing.

  • @mimis289
    @mimis289 Před měsícem

    Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful process!

  • @johannainglis6338
    @johannainglis6338 Před 2 měsíci

    hi Andrea, I am new too your channel. I really appreciate the "realness" of your teachings. I like, that you explain your own process, so one gets to understand, why you are doing, what you are doing. It is so helpful, as I am a self-taught artist. Thank you much for sharing your experience so openly. It's a great inspiration and encouragement for me. ( by the way I live in the South of France - in the Ariege ) merci - et bonne soirée!

    • @artistspace
      @artistspace Před měsícem

      Wonderful feedback Merci ☺️

  • @katkoe9292
    @katkoe9292 Před 2 měsíci

    Dear Andrea, what is the best way to seal a mixed media canvas where I have applied wax in some places? ❤ And could I do a resin too??? 🫶

    • @artistspace
      @artistspace Před měsícem

      Unfortunately I don’t know anything about that

  • @bobmorr2892
    @bobmorr2892 Před 2 měsíci

    Paper seems like a strange material to paint on. How do you display this artwork, or do you?

    • @artistspace
      @artistspace Před měsícem

      I either mount it to a board or frame it in a floating frame

  • @johannainglis6338
    @johannainglis6338 Před 2 měsíci

    thank you for this inspiring video. It encouraged me, as I find myself in similar situations - and then have a habit of loosing confidence and giving up on the painting.

    • @artistspace
      @artistspace Před 2 měsíci

      I’m so glad you’re encouraged. Don’t give up on the painting. It’s part of the process!

  • @patriciabrickell4005
    @patriciabrickell4005 Před 2 měsíci

    I like the way this artist takes risks and is not attached to the work until it is completed

  • @troyingram716
    @troyingram716 Před 2 měsíci

    If I use Winsor orange, sap green and dioxaziine purple as secondary colors will it be right?

  • @troyingram716
    @troyingram716 Před 2 měsíci

    The quintessential beauty comes through when you add the Andrea touch

  • @lizobasuke8765
    @lizobasuke8765 Před 2 měsíci

    I love watching you work Andrea, the colours are beautiful :)

    • @artistspace
      @artistspace Před 2 měsíci

      I’m so glad ! I thought I had edited so much more on this very long video and only realized lots of edits weren’t saved till it uploaded!! Happy you enjoyed it 🥰

  • @carenkatzenberger6313
    @carenkatzenberger6313 Před 2 měsíci

    I love how you work and tell us what you’re thinking and why

  • @stuffstuffstuffyay
    @stuffstuffstuffyay Před 2 měsíci

    Hello, can you apply more layers of oil paint over cold wax, even later on?

    • @artistspace
      @artistspace Před 2 měsíci

      You just add them ☺️you can use any medium with them

  • @jenfleming9412
    @jenfleming9412 Před 2 měsíci

    That is a beautiful painting. I loved it before you put the transparent coat down, but then, I loved it even more at end of first day.

    • @artistspace
      @artistspace Před 2 měsíci

      Hi Jen, very glad you think so ☺️

  • @maaykebal5599
    @maaykebal5599 Před 2 měsíci

    Thank you for your wonderful video's!❤

  • @jenfleming9412
    @jenfleming9412 Před 2 měsíci

    So good to watch you work and think things through. The painting on the left looks like an abstract landscape if you turned it around. Love your colour schemes Andrea.

    • @artistspace
      @artistspace Před 2 měsíci

      Glad it’s helpful ! Yep that one on the left became an abstract landscape

  • @graceful-shakti9019
    @graceful-shakti9019 Před 2 měsíci

    I love how bold you are with color

  • @graceful-shakti9019
    @graceful-shakti9019 Před 2 měsíci

    I work on many things at once too, Would you be willing to do a full studio tour? It would be awesome to see in detail how you set up your paints pigments and other tools. I was also wondering if you could suggest a good pigment brand that we could order. I have enjoyed working with pigments, and I would love your suggestionstionl

  • @sarabarbeau3241
    @sarabarbeau3241 Před 2 měsíci

    C'est quand même rassurant d’apprendre que se perdre en cours de route ça fait partie du processus. Je maîtrise très bien l’égarement 😂

  • @robertradocha6871
    @robertradocha6871 Před 2 měsíci

    💕💯🎨🎨🎨

  • @Borg_Borg
    @Borg_Borg Před 2 měsíci

    Really beautiful color and composition. Thank you for sharing your process! It’s so helpful to see the decisions you are making in real time.

    • @artistspace
      @artistspace Před 2 měsíci

      So glad you got some value from it !

    • @lisaflores2900
      @lisaflores2900 Před 2 měsíci

      I am impressed by your bravery to work and take chances. Thank you for sharing your process. Inspiring!

    • @artistspace
      @artistspace Před 2 měsíci

      @@lisaflores2900 thanks Lisa! Risk taking is a big part of my process. Glad it inspired you !

  • @Webpictureframes
    @Webpictureframes Před 2 měsíci

    Andrea, I recently found your videos and am really enjoying them! I've been doing wax/oil for several years but lately have been finding myself getting stuck. Its refreshing to see you do the same but pushing through, I really needed to see you work through that. Is there a reason you used galkyd instead of wax for this piece? I look forward to watching all your videos! Thank you for all the sharing. Diane

    • @artistspace
      @artistspace Před 2 měsíci

      I use galkyd gel when I want more fluid paint with a glossier finish 💕

  • @sosleegs4783
    @sosleegs4783 Před 2 měsíci

    Loved it!!!

  • @dianelewis4239
    @dianelewis4239 Před 2 měsíci

    Andera, Love how this turned out! I've been hesitant to use heavy papers for collage on cold wax/oils. I've only used wax to stick it down. Just want to make sure I'm getting this right. You used yes paste over wax/oil even though it has water in it? I just found you and will keep watching! Diane in Oregon

    • @artistspace
      @artistspace Před 2 měsíci

      Hi Diane, i used glue on my first layer which was acrylic! Can’t do it onto the oils and wax 😬

  • @missbehaving4710
    @missbehaving4710 Před 2 měsíci

    If I use these pigment sticks over acrylics, which varnish can I use?

    • @artistspace
      @artistspace Před 2 měsíci

      I don’t use any varnish and have never had a problem

    • @missbehaving4710
      @missbehaving4710 Před 2 měsíci

      @@artistspace thank you that's a relief

  • @samjackson7270
    @samjackson7270 Před 2 měsíci

    Hi Andrea, thank you for sharing your thought process. Excuse my ignorance but do you make an enlarged print version for your client or try to re-create the original on a larger size? I am very curious how this works. I am enjoying your channel very much!❤

    • @artistspace
      @artistspace Před 2 měsíci

      It’s a color sample for them and a design style only. I don’t try to replicate it

    • @samjackson7270
      @samjackson7270 Před 2 měsíci

      Thank you, I did see that on your next video that I watched! Your method of teaching is very well done, inspiring and helpful. 🤗💖

  • @samjackson7270
    @samjackson7270 Před 2 měsíci

    Great Video, thank you Andrea❣️I just ordered my Power Wax from a company called Sarafina Fiber Art Inc. in the USA. They deliver to Canada although shipping is a bit costly.

  • @carynpercell8979
    @carynpercell8979 Před 3 měsíci

    Ps where would I find your great color wheel?

  • @carynpercell8979
    @carynpercell8979 Před 3 měsíci

    So ENVIOUS of your oil sticks!! Great video with great tips!

    • @artistspace
      @artistspace Před 3 měsíci

      Start collecting them one at a time, that’s what I did

  • @donnakooyman8748
    @donnakooyman8748 Před 3 měsíci

    ❤ hi Andrea. - just wanted you to know I’ve had great success using cold wax to attach collage to my oil painting

  • @wibkesteiner247
    @wibkesteiner247 Před 3 měsíci

    Dear Andrea, please tell us, where we may get this type of Color Wheel ! I didn't see that one before and I would like to by it! Thank you and best regards from Germany! I like the way your paintings have developed in the last few years!

    • @artistspace
      @artistspace Před 3 měsíci

      You can find it in my CZcams shorts videos 😁

    • @artistspace
      @artistspace Před 3 měsíci

      Found it for you: amzn.to/3W3LYkH

  • @mariakalogerasarch2170
    @mariakalogerasarch2170 Před 3 měsíci

    Andrea, do you ever come over to the East Coast to teach? M

    • @artistspace
      @artistspace Před 3 měsíci

      Not yet but I’d love to 😁

  • @mariakalogerasarch2170
    @mariakalogerasarch2170 Před 3 měsíci

    Love where you took that painting. M

    • @artistspace
      @artistspace Před 3 měsíci

      Thank you ! I certainly like it a whole lot better

  • @PatriciaAlvarez-hu1ro
    @PatriciaAlvarez-hu1ro Před 3 měsíci

    Hola, muchas gracias por todos lo que aprendemos, a mi gusta mucho, saludos desde Bélgica ❤️

  • @aliciagraysonstanley2449
    @aliciagraysonstanley2449 Před 3 měsíci

    Sadly the Powerwax is no longer available, but would love to hear when another product might be able to do the same (translucent)

    • @mayetmahulilileilani2501
      @mayetmahulilileilani2501 Před 3 měsíci

      it is available on their website. It's a Powertex product: Powertex Powerwax cold wax medium. I just ordered some.

    • @samjackson7270
      @samjackson7270 Před 3 měsíci

      I just went on their website and both sizes were no longer available 😢