Learn My 5 EASY Tips to Paint Like an Impressionistic Artist! - Painting Tutorial

In this pastel painting tutorial, you will learn my 5 Easy Tips for Painting with an Impressionistic style! We will explore the secrets of creating art with an impressionistic flair. So grab your pastels and let's embark on this artistic journey together.

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As always, use what you have. There is no need to by new products (even though we always want to!)

Below are five tips that will elevate your artwork to new heights.
1. Loose Beginnings: Embrace the freedom of loose beginnings. I often like to create a loose and dreamy underpainting. In this lesson, I use Neocolor II Wax Pastels to set the mood.
2. Exaggerate Color: Dive headfirst into a realm of vibrant hues and embrace the exhilarating power of color. Don't be afraid to intensify and exaggerate the shades in your composition, for it is through this vivacity that you can evoke emotions and create visual impact.
3. Less is More: Discover the magic that lies in the art of restraint. Resist the urge to overcrowd your piece with unnecessary details. Instead, allow negative space to breathe, allowing the viewer's imagination to wander as they find their own connection with your artwork.
4. Work the Whole: Unleash your artistic prowess by treating your artwork as a cohesive symphony. Avoid focusing solely on individual elements; instead, harmonize the various components, ensuring that each stroke contributes to the overall narrative and beauty of the piece.
5. Color Harmony: Like a maestro conducting a symphony, guide your audience's gaze through a symphony of colors that harmoniously dance together. Seek balance and unity, exploring the relationships between hues, and infuse your artwork with a captivating sense of harmony.

Remember, dear artists, that these tips serve as a guiding light rather than a rigid roadmap. Embrace your own unique style and allow your creativity to flourish. Soft pastels grant you the ability to weave a tapestry of impressions, transporting both yourself and your viewers to a world where the strokes of color sing and come alive. So, with passion in your heart and pastels in hand, let the artistic adventure begin!

If you recreate from this tutorial and share on social media platforms, please be sure to mention this video and tag me. I love to see your work! You can tag me on Instagram @susanjenkinsartist and on Facebook @TheArtofSusanJenkins

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[monetcafe]

Hello Artists! Give me a shout out in the comments and let me know what you think about this lesson! I'm always trying to make things better for my artistic subscribers and followers!

[ingridbalcarkova]

Hello, today I tried the impossible. Try painting like the Impressionists, and even more so with acrylic on canvas. Although I've done well and liked other pictures, this turned out to be an absolute disaster. I can see that I still have a lot to learn. it is very difficult, although impressionism seems like a simple painting. Thanks for your lesson :-) Your picture of cliffs is wonderful 👍

[diegrid]

Your colors always seem to shine directly into the heart... 😊 Normally I'm not so interested in painting landscapes, flowers, nature... otherwise more in animals or portraits... BUT when I see your paintings, I get incredibly desire to paint a giant meadow full of wild flowers 😊😊😊 sunny greetings from Freiburg South Germany, Ingrid ❤🌼🌻🌺🌿🌹🙏

[yogibakshi]

Beautiful painting Susan. Love those pink and red flower's in the folliage.

[sreedevi]

I really wish you did more landscapes like this. Beautiful painting.Thank you. ❤

[agold]

You are not afraid of color, that is certain! Thank you for your fearlessness!

[elainelogan]

That was beautiful Susan! Love the scripture at the end - thank you!

[mendyhand]

SO GORGEOUS! I’ve never thought to use the neo color 2’s in that way…great idea! Blessings! 🙏🏻👍🎨

[julierutherford]

For me this is one of your finest paintings. Absolutely beautiful, Susan, love it! ❤

[stones]

Susan- I got the Neocolours last year but other than mark- making, I wasn't sure how to use them! I love your tutorial on how to use them as an underpainting. It is just genius and I can't wait to work them into my next pastel piece!

[krakentowa]

Thanks so much for your generous instruction. I’m just starting pastels at 49 yrs old, having done quite a few yrs of watercolour. Money is tight, so after buying a few pastels and some paper I’m very appreciative of any teaching that’s offered publicly. So thank you…..from Perth, Western Australia.

[sarinachapman]

You are wonderful! This was sooo beautiful! And the scripture at the end really encouraged me. So glad to have found your channel! God bless you as you continue doing this beautiful work that glorifies Him and blesses all of us!❤

[judywilliams]

I am 78 and self taught. Enjoy watching your videos and learning so much from them. I have painted in oils with lots of detail for years and it’s hard for me to do anything different. You have been so much help. Thanks!

[zoridahall]

Artistry just took place, awesome tutorial, thank you, loved it, , , Zoe

[scottlandwehr]

Thanks for sharing. Love the inspirational bible verse at the end!

[vague_]

Your channel is a 💎 gem. I started learning pastels with your videos. Thank you

[suef]

You are such good artist and teacher. Just beautiful! Thank you! ❤😊

[BanxArt]

I love it - I like how you start with the lavender in the sky and depart from the original colours - plus - those soluble pastels! My wife may never forgive you as I order yet another product! Your tips are great, loose and free - I'm raring to get back at it. God bless you back!

[lesyashulga]

Dear Susan, it was so quiet and peaceful landscape.
These days I feel another energy inside me. I've been working on my new project.
Your lesson was a kind of retreat for me.
Thank you.

[sandraharris]

Thank you Susan. I’m very, very new to pastels, and this is inspiring. I’ve always loved the impressionists.