No More OVERWORKED Paintings! (More Fun)
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- čas přidán 28. 08. 2024
- Tired of overworked, tight paintings? Not sure when to stop painting? This vide covers topics you may not have thought of before. From mindset to practical techniques that work. Watch and try out these tips to loosen up, have fun and produce paintings with more intention.
✅ How to Loosen Up Your Painting: art.malcolmdew...
I relate to each and every point you have mentioned. After years of painting, it is only now that I have started to paint joyfully. I realise no painting works if there is no joy in it. Sometimes, my friends tell - please make me this type of painting, with a cow in it or two butterflies, etc, etc. I am so busy bending my mind, I end up totally messed up. - is tis what they wanted? Or is iit something else, haha. Now I paint, and put it out there. And it's all thanks to the confidence I gain from being in your group. Thankyou so much for the video.
Wonderful to hear this Anasuya. Thank you
Trying to make a painting look generous is a rich hint for loosen up your mind while painting. As a life coach dealing enough with limiting beliefs and so on i can say that your reflections on mental backgrounds are as "hitting" as your practical tips. Compliments, Jochen
Thank you Jochen!
This is really one of the best painting lessons For me ❤
Thank you Elsa
I need to chew on this information for a LONG time until it happens automatically each time I start and find my way through a painting. As always, you are a generous and good encourager and teacher.
Thank you!
Thank you,Malcolm!You always say it so well!
I'm very burdened by the fact that every painting I do has to be very good,and then of course it's not.
The next day I "fix" it (with a small brush😆)
😊 ah that's just to sign your name, I'm sure.
@@MalcolmDewey 😆😂🤣
I tend to over work my paintings. These tips are priceless.
Glad to hear that, thanks
'White knuckle'
ha you are so insightful
Mr. Dewey.
Thanks for your refreshing vids - so helpful.
My pleasure!
I do need to use a lighter touch, lighter on me, and one when I touch the canvas. You mention speeding up. Unfortunately, my problem is that I get in a hurry and don't think about what I am doing, which you mention earlier in the video. Every part of this video was something I need to rethink. Thanks for all your wisdom over my painting journey.
Thanks Mike. Small victories over time is also a truism with painting.
So much vitally important info for a satisfying painting result! Thanks, Malcolm.
Thank you Jean!
Thank you, Malcolm, for these very helpful tips videos. Every one of your videos gives me another step and idea for my painting adventure. And I really appreciate your gently voice, good humor, and encouraging words. You are an amazing art instructor. I am so thankful I found you.
You have made my day Teresa. I'm happy you are enjoying the videos.
Great points Malcolm! I get too wrapped up in the details of my painting and find myself worrying about failing instead of painting for myself for fun!
Thank you, yes make it your own and take back the fun.
Sometimes people suggest what you should paint but your heart is not in it and I've learnt never to start such a painting. One needs the right balance of challenge, creativity and fun during painting moments. Your tutorials really empathize with us and the tips are always beneficial for our improvement. Thank you
Exactly right Gita. Heart and soul!
So many good tips that I seem to completely forget about when I start a painting. I can see I need more "mental" prep before I just dive in so that it can be joyful. Thank you for this video!
It's a pleasure Joanne
Another great video lesson! Looking forward to joining your classes soon!
Thank you David
I am subscribing now. I wish I had found you years ago, but I’m going to start this new chapter in painting style and I am super grateful for your videos.
Excellent, enjoy it!
Thanks, Malcolm, your tips are so appreciated and always address my issues so helpfully. I do love painting but have had commissions that suddenly start me on the "hellbent" avenue- then I get feeling pressured and the fun goes right out the window, as does my creativity and looseness. 🙃😁😊
Yup, commissions are a mind game, but they are already your fans so you are in a good place 😊
These tips are great! Working fast is something I never expected to do, or have fun with. But now, I want to challenge myself and paint in a certain amount of time. Thank you for this video 👍
Its a pleasure, thank you
As usual great tips and a reminder to relax when painting is what I needed😅 thank you Malcolm!
Thank you Sheena 😊
Always nice to hear your experience and tips. Really appreciated.
My pleasure!
True! I had problems getting my art done! 😅
Yes we all do have our moments 😂
Thank you for such a valuable reminder🤗, you have given me the energy and inspiration
Excellent, thank you
Thank you for these great hints, I paint with watercolor, but most of these ideas are totally transferrable
Sound advice. Thanks Malcolm.😎🇦🇺🦘
No problem 👍
Great summary, Malcolm. I've also answered the message/complains of Alison Mike - hope you'll agree with my thoughts. 😍
Thank you Marina. Yes very helpful comment.
Thanks Malcolm good advice!!
Thank you!
I can't believe I just discovered your channel, I will spend time watching your videos because I have always wanted to add a more painterly style to my painting, thank you you have inspired me a lot!
Excellent, enjoy your painting!
You are a great teacher
Thank you!
This using many of your concepts painting is now fun to do. It translates visually to a painting with more electricity. I expect much more progress with good speed. Thank you for the keys. Painting should be fun! This is vid is a keeper.
Glad you like it, thank you.
I really admire your teaching style - succinct and justified advice with good examples. Thank you!
I appreciate that! Thank you
@@MalcolmDewey My pleasure! 🙂
Very helpful, Malcolm. Thank you for sharing your talent and insights. I learn something from each of your videos.
Thank you Bella!
Another great lesson, Malcolm. You are a unique and wonderful artist and instructor. And a much appreciated life coach to boot! ❤
😊Thank you Dana, glad you enjoyed the video.
Gracias Malcolm, muy buenos consejos 🎨🖼️
Love all your videos. They are so useful. Can you make a short videos on what brand of brushes you use and and types of brushes good for specific uses? Thanks so much!
Have a look in the search bar for brushes. I have a few Videos already.
This was a big gold nugget! Thaks !
Thank you!
Your videos are always very helpful, I don’t really do a plan but this is something I will definitely try to do each time plus more soft edges
Thankyou Malcolm
It's a pleasure Di, thank you
Thank you, Malcolm! Absolutely loved this video, a great reminder how not to overwork your painting, and never forget to have fun🥰❣️
Thank you Natally 😊
Thank you so much for this most helpful video 😊
It's a pleasure
vraiment de tres bons conseils que je vais m efforcer de suivre merci !
Thank you Isabelle
Thank you Malcolm for sharing your valuable painting tips.
Its a pleasure Terrie
My problem is that I get to a point that I think “yes it’s finished..but let me just fix that one little spot “ then when I touch it it gets totally ruined and throws the whole balance off.. then I have to spend more time balancing it out again 😅… I never learn! I think I might just have to refrain from making final touches. But I like your advice.. thank you 😊
You are right, get the big things right and that is enough. One day you will you will notice that you added the final touches without thinking about it. 😄
A simple practice painting using a pre-set # of strokes is very helpful in building discipline.
Example
Paint a real apple (not a photo) in simple direct light in 25 strokes or less.
Use all the time you need.
Good tip, thank you
🤗👍🖌️🎨🌳 from Frances uk ♥️
Thank you! Cheers!
That tutorial is so very helpful Malcolm, many thanks for uploading it Overworking is exactly, what I need to avoid doing when painting.
Having 1 specific goal when you set out to work on a painting, is a fantastic idea.
I just have a question, if I do get to a stage in a painting and I can't get it to work, is it better (in your opinion) to scrape it all or part of it off or just to wait a few days (clear the mind), & start a fresh painting on a new surface?
Thank you. Letting the painting rest overnight so you have time to think can be very helpful. if necessary, scrape off what needs reworking. Personally I will usually paint on top of wet paint to correct something. But scraping off may be required in the worst case.
Ok so scraping off, is a last resort. Easier to paint over wet portion instead.
Thanks Malcolm, for your guidance. It is much appreciated.
Dear Mr.Dewey, One question. When you are blocking the darks with ultramarine blue and burnt sienna diluted with mineral spirits, DO YOU let it dry first before to continue with the mid-values?? Thank you so much. I love your loose technique!
No I don't let it dry completely. However it is not very wet either. It is a very thin layer and will dry to an extent as I paint other areas like the lights and middle values.
Hi there, just an update, my pottery didn't make it to the final round of judging. My painting didn't even get through the first round but seeing what has got through is a bit depressing. To my eye some of the weird stuff the judges liked is just unbelievable ,I know everyone has their own personal taste and maybe I'm just feeling a bit discouraged but it's difficult .
Competitions are not always what they seem. Judges are often subjective. There are many variables that have no bearing on your arts quality. Best advice I know is to move on and work on your art and find your true fans. You will do great.
Thank you for the encouragement ,I will definitely keep on practicing .
Hi, Alison. I understand your frustration. Let me confess that some highly praised (and priced) works seem ridiculous to me as well. However, I always remind myself that art is a form of interaction and communication. The latter requires two individuals, right? So the perception of particular piece of art depends upon the personality, background, character and emotions of a viewer at the moment of observation. I mean that some might be attracted by the painting that others perceive as uninteresting or even ugly. Coaches are humans too. They analyze fundamental rules and do not try to "feel" the emotion/idea/message or the author's personality. Moreover, people tend to believe that high price corresponds to the value of art-piece. Some coaches do not dare to go against the mainstream opinion when many authorities praise this or that work - even if there is only a line on a huge canvas. Malcolm is different - he follows the progress of each student praising each small achievement and emphasizes mostly positive moments. There is no competition in live community - we are trying to help and encourage each other or offer advices without harsh critic. Be optimistic, create for yourself and have fun. Someone (apart of you) will find your work beautiful after all. Happy painting!
Oh marina that's so lovely of you thank you . I have to confess I'm as much a critic of other people's work as they are of mine , maybe mine was just a bit too conventional for those judges and I don't want to be untrue to myself just to do well in a competition . My work is evolving every time I do a painting and feel I still haven't found my true style . I've got many paintings I'm really proud of . I don't think I'm trying to have a message in my paintings or get people to think about anything really deep, I just like to paint things that people might like to look at and enjoy and put in their homes . Some people do look down on decorative art and think if it doesn't have a message it's just fluff, well I'm ok with fluff . Thank you for your encouragement . I've now got to go to the prize giving in a few days as my three friends all got to the final , so I'll cheer them on .
@@alisonmike2912 Good luck!
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