Abstract Watercolor Tutorial - Easy Step by Step How to Paint Abstract

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  • čas přidán 28. 07. 2024
  • This abstract watercolor tutorial takes you through step by step how to plan, prepare for, and paint and abstract watercolor painting. I show you what makes an abstract painting appealing, and how each step I take achieves that. So get ready to try this, because even if you aren't a natural at it, you can learn!
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Komentáře • 83

  • @XxBloodyMary
    @XxBloodyMary Před 2 měsíci +1

    Abstract paintings are a lot more challenging than expected. Thanks so much for this lovely tutorial!

  • @rutherfm1
    @rutherfm1 Před 18 dny

    I've been doing abstracts with colored pencil for a while now but have been thinking of trying some watercolor ones. Thank for a very inspiring video!

  • @lindaloumontana6698
    @lindaloumontana6698 Před 2 lety +4

    I cut up Magic Eraser sponges into small pieces to remove paint that is unwanted. Let the piece dry thoroughly, dampen the sponge piece, and erase! It works great for areas like your margin!

    • @SparrowSprings
      @SparrowSprings  Před 2 lety

      I have been hearing this a lot. I will have to try it 😁

  • @kimesch9698
    @kimesch9698 Před 3 lety +9

    How am I just finding you now, and how do you not have 10, 000x as many subscribers? Well, you’ve got one more now.

    • @SparrowSprings
      @SparrowSprings  Před 3 lety +2

      Haha thanks, I am a fairly new youtuber so thanks for supporting me in my early stages 😉

  • @barbarabunn86
    @barbarabunn86 Před měsícem

    Very helpful. I'm a very detailed watercolorist and trying to losen up what I paint. Love Plein air but have to bring the sketches home to paint. Wanting to be a bit more casual in my painting. Love your color selections.

  • @geaninat189
    @geaninat189 Před 2 lety +3

    It looks like a landscape, like it!

  • @lindsaytarbox8574
    @lindsaytarbox8574 Před 2 lety +5

    This is so beautiful and inspiring! I have been experimenting with abstract watercolor and also struggle with artistic expression. This gave me so many ideas. Thank you for sharing with us!!!

    • @SparrowSprings
      @SparrowSprings  Před 2 lety +1

      This!! This is why I made this video! I am glad you found it helpful

  • @jocelynpoole1409
    @jocelynpoole1409 Před 2 lety +1

    Please tell the music playing in the background. So lovely!

  • @olgaaraya5301
    @olgaaraya5301 Před rokem +2

    Gorgeous

  • @aeli999
    @aeli999 Před 2 lety +1

    It turned out to be a lovely landscape. At least that's what it looks like to me. lol Very cool.

  • @dshanley4226
    @dshanley4226 Před 2 lety +1

    So helpful - I love the freedom of your brush strokes.

  • @georgemarklow4683
    @georgemarklow4683 Před 2 lety +1

    This is wonderful!

  • @lisakaiser8726
    @lisakaiser8726 Před 3 lety +1

    Beautiful abstract by watercolors, thank you for sharing your tips. I'm inspired.

  • @patriciabroderick403
    @patriciabroderick403 Před 7 měsíci +1

    thank you- love it!

  • @katEm202
    @katEm202 Před 3 lety +2

    This is great! Thanks! I'm more of a planner/perfectionist... so abstract can be very intimidating. But I want to try it! This will definitely be the inspiration for my first piece!

    • @SparrowSprings
      @SparrowSprings  Před 3 lety +1

      That’s awesome! I would love to see what you do!

  • @kirbythompson8032
    @kirbythompson8032 Před 3 lety +1

    Beautiful! I loved this video and looked at the abstracts on your website...your work is wonderful. Very inspiring, thanks for posting this.

  • @reggaespiritdance
    @reggaespiritdance Před 3 lety +1

    Thank you so much!!!

  • @nataliekruger
    @nataliekruger Před rokem +2

    Love this! So stunning. Thank you for sharing

  • @amylanagan7874
    @amylanagan7874 Před 3 lety +2

    Fantastic tutorial! I'm not much of a planner but seeing your process was eye opening. Thanks so much!

    • @SparrowSprings
      @SparrowSprings  Před 3 lety

      Hey cool! I was always jealous of the people who didn’t need to plan, but I am glad you found it interesting!

  • @victorias5587
    @victorias5587 Před 2 lety

    Absolutely love it! Keep it up!

  • @justaddbutter
    @justaddbutter Před 3 lety +1

    Very helpful and cool.

  • @maryellen9503
    @maryellen9503 Před 2 lety +2

    This was really helpful, thank you! I know others have suggested the mr. clean sponges, but the thin sheets are amazingly worth their weight in cleanups.

  • @tataick
    @tataick Před 2 lety +1

    Awesome!!

  • @LayaCenter
    @LayaCenter Před rokem +1

    what a beautiful tutorial - the explanation of color values, palette, and negative space and how it creates a better composition - was divine! I have been looking for that exact thing forever! Thank you - Thank you!! Please keep them coming! I will also follow you on IG 😍

    • @SparrowSprings
      @SparrowSprings  Před rokem

      Aw thanks so much! I am glad you found this helpful! I am so shocked that more artists don’t include this in their creative process

  • @rosemarystanford3819
    @rosemarystanford3819 Před 3 lety +3

    Try using a hairdryer over the tape first- it melts the glue and makes the tape easier to remove.

  • @Midgimoo99
    @Midgimoo99 Před 2 lety +3

    Love this😍 I've been looking for a tutorial like this for ages. Thank you for sharing😃

  • @TheKathept
    @TheKathept Před rokem +1

    I can’t believe it! That is fabulous! I couldn’t figure out how you were going to pull it off but it’s gorgeous and so interesting!

  • @murphysanders3972
    @murphysanders3972 Před 2 lety +1

    I enjoy this.

  • @ankitakashyap4433
    @ankitakashyap4433 Před 3 lety +2

    Very well explained. Thank you 😁

  • @cathykirwan2292
    @cathykirwan2292 Před 3 lety +2

    Thank you for the wonderful tutorial! I love it! BTW try using a Mr. Clean sponge slightly dampened to remove little paint leaks.

  • @fabersosa
    @fabersosa Před 2 lety +1

    awesome!!

  • @AlifyaLifestyle
    @AlifyaLifestyle Před 3 lety +3

    So great and loved your explanation process! awesome color choice as well! :)

  • @BB-nz5sk
    @BB-nz5sk Před 3 lety +3

    Wow - excellent tutorial! I know this is supposed to be abstract, but I think it qualifies as a landscape painting as well....a very peaceful desert landscape. Loving your work! You have a new subscriber!

  • @joycesnodgrass7068
    @joycesnodgrass7068 Před rokem

    Thank you!

    • @barbydoc1
      @barbydoc1 Před 4 měsíci

      i LIKE YOUR TECHNIQUES

  • @marmar-nr9fw
    @marmar-nr9fw Před 3 lety +2

    side question, - whats the name of the song in the background? ty:)

  • @helenkoomen4020
    @helenkoomen4020 Před 2 lety +1

    Is was looking for some tips and clubs for painting something itching my mind for a while. Will give it a try and if it is somewhat presentable show you.

  • @chelseaclerke948
    @chelseaclerke948 Před 3 lety +1

    Love this! Have you tried Tombow Mono sand erasers? They are pretty cheap on Amazon. They work kind of like really, super fine grit sandpaper, great for cleaning up boarders if the paint bleeds especially if it is just a little bit at the corner like that. I find they work best if you gently lift off as much as you can like you did, let it dry completely and then you can erase. You can also tape the boarder on the opposite side so you don't take any paint off of the painting accidentally.

    • @SparrowSprings
      @SparrowSprings  Před 3 lety

      I have not tried this, but will definitely keep it in mind! I am pretty new to watercolor so it’s been fun learning all these tips and tricks from other people 😁

  • @torrynerheim2887
    @torrynerheim2887 Před 3 lety +1

    That was fun, nice work.

  • @samikshadeshmukhart
    @samikshadeshmukhart Před 3 lety +3

    This was very helpful.❤️

  • @hayneska
    @hayneska Před rokem

    One question: What's the brand of mixing tray/palette you're using? I've been looking for something that size. Thank you.

    • @SparrowSprings
      @SparrowSprings  Před rokem +1

      It came with my set of Grumbacher watercolors 😁 www.amazon.com/Grumbacher-Academy-Watercolor-Paint-10-Color/dp/B001OVCQ7Y

  • @karenbloch5296
    @karenbloch5296 Před měsícem

    What is the liquid that you add to your palette to dilute your colors?

  • @elizabeth43213
    @elizabeth43213 Před 3 lety

    Can you link the paper you used please? 🙏 awesome video!! 😍

    • @SparrowSprings
      @SparrowSprings  Před 3 lety +1

      Here's what I used in this video 😁 I was rather surprised to see the online reviews as I thought this paper worked really well.
      www.hobbylobby.com/Art-Supplies/Painting-Canvas-Art-Surfaces/Watercolor-Paper-Boards/Premium-Watercolor-Paper-Pad---8%22-x-8%22/p/80958972

    • @chelseaclerke948
      @chelseaclerke948 Před 3 lety

      The reviews are just bad because different Artist like different things about different paper. Most watercolour artist's prefer 100% Cotton, CP or rough I'm one of them but I also believe that there are things I can do on a decent quality cheap paper like this one or Canson XL like achieve that cool staining effect or get a more marbled look like you got here that I could never do on a cotton paper. As long as you look it and the art looks awesome, which it does that's all that matters.

  • @hazelsmith9198
    @hazelsmith9198 Před 2 lety +1

    I love this-my favorite kind of watercolor. Your title is misleading,however. This is not “easy.”

    • @SparrowSprings
      @SparrowSprings  Před 2 lety

      I am glad you enjoyed it. I apologize if you feel the title was misleading. Others who have tried it ended up with beautiful results so this is the first I have heard of anything.

    • @hazelsmith9198
      @hazelsmith9198 Před 2 lety

      @@SparrowSprings Not a criticism-I am just not very good.

    • @SparrowSprings
      @SparrowSprings  Před 2 lety

      Either way, if there’s anything I can do to make things more clear I would gladly consider anything you have

  • @punnu5997
    @punnu5997 Před 3 lety +1

    unfortunately i did not like the abstract on bit. but good video and great effort.

    • @SparrowSprings
      @SparrowSprings  Před 3 lety +1

      To each their own! Thanks for watching 😁

    • @ivi122
      @ivi122 Před rokem

      I didn’t like it either. Seems very novice/beginner. I made a painting a few years ago that looked very similar to that. I got discouraged and stopped practicing but now I’m going to start practicing and trying to get better.

  • @virgogaming6488
    @virgogaming6488 Před 2 lety

    Abstract is not "planned". Its about expressing yourself and not thinking about the final outcome.

    • @SparrowSprings
      @SparrowSprings  Před 2 lety +2

      Here’s the definition.
      Art that does not attempt to represent external reality, but seeks to achieve its effect using shapes, forms, colors, and textures.
      It can be intentional or unintentional 😉 some people just practice it differently

  • @davidhunt7249
    @davidhunt7249 Před 2 lety +1

    I want to be gentle here...Abstraction is not planned.
    Form from a constant mental contrast that is non-stop.
    Complexity and simplicity balled into a systemic equalization
    at any given dimension at any given occurrence with all
    distractions being equal. Total distraction within a model
    undetermined.

    • @SparrowSprings
      @SparrowSprings  Před 2 lety +2

      I understand that there are different schools of thought. In the simplest definition abstract art is art that does not attempt to represent external reality, but seeks to achieve its effect using shapes, forms, colors, and textures. So yes, it can be planned, but it’s ok if that’s not your preferred approach. Have a nice day 😁

    • @davidhunt7249
      @davidhunt7249 Před 2 lety +2

      Your version of abstraction is lukewarm at best. And quit telling follks to "have a nice day". It's shallow.

    • @SparrowSprings
      @SparrowSprings  Před 2 lety +3

      I guess I prefer it this way if your way leads to that sort of attitude 😉

    • @davidhunt7249
      @davidhunt7249 Před 2 lety

      Go paint a Campbell soup can.@@SparrowSprings

    • @davidhunt7249
      @davidhunt7249 Před 2 lety +1

      @@SparrowSprings Paint with attitude!!!

  • @hayneska
    @hayneska Před rokem +1

    I wanted you to know how much I loved this tutorial. I'm not as accomplished as you, but I love watercolor painting. I've used masking fluid but didn't like the results. I'll give rubber cement a try. A tip: Magic Eraser is a great tool for getting rid of unwanted bleeds under tape or unwanted drips. Get it a little wet and rub lightly. @katerky1

    • @SparrowSprings
      @SparrowSprings  Před rokem

      Thank you so much! I have been hearing lots of good things about Magic Eraser!