Quick Tip 269 - Painting Folds in Fabric

Another very specific question that is better answered in a general way. Artist/art teacher Dianne Mize shows what to look for and how to get it on canvas.

[Doppy]

I'm nearly 80 Dianne, and started painting only a few years ago, and never thought I would still be able to learn so much at my age. Every lesson you teach us is só to the point and gives so much insight. Can't thank you enough for your selflessness to let us profit from your talent in painting as well in teaching.

[jazeetx]

These lessons are so clear and to the point! Love your teaching Julie Z

[ptaylor]

I'm 68 and only just started. I'm using watercolor, gouche & Casein & your basic tips are invaluable to me. I found you through James Gurney. Love you both. Thank you so very much. In lockdown in Los Angeles... Sure wish I was in Georgia. 🤗

[Shannonxyz]

Thank you SO much for this video! Thinking of folds as a gradient was so helpful for me. I am a fine arts student and was struggling to get the fabric on my final project due tomorrow to look right!! Thank you! Also you have the warmest presence as you explain these techniques. I just love learning from your videos!

[glennkukacka]

Great tips Dianne shadows are so important in painting knowing where the light source is and adding depth with dark to light shades can be very tricky and needed for fabric Rick's clouds etc without shades you can't get dimension. Thanks for sharing!

[devandestudios]

You make everything easy to understand. I love it. Thank you for the excellent content.

[evabarvitskiemarshall]

You are the best teacher I have found on youtube for new painters like myself . I am so appreciative. Thank you Diane.

[loralieg]

Finally.. someone explaining a technique in an understandable way. Thank you!

[stevenkettlewell]

I've watched a few of your quick tips and I love them.... you break down big concepts into digestible portions and it helps to de-mystify the whole process of making "art"! I hadn't watched this quick tip because I haven't had to paint any folds in fabric because I'd started painting landscapes. The last couple of weeks I've been making smaller paintings of my favourite flowers, irises, and guess what? Many of them, especially the bearded varieties, have edges on the petals that look folds in fabric! And I've been finding them difficult.... Now, thanks to you, I have a more conscious way to approach them.... So, again, thanks very much for all your quick tips, but this one has come at a most opportune time!!! :)

[tbrowntracyj]

This presentation made the concepts a foundation for progress
Ms Mize is articulate, the video quality is OUTSTANDING

[bruceosborne]

I also love the way you teach. Wish I had found you sooner. Thank you.

[anthonycilano]

Dianne, you are a wonderful teacher! Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge, your art, with us.

[sherylsilberman]

Thanks Dianne for another wonderful video. I've always enjoyed painting fabric and this helps refine the thought process when doing so.

[milanpaudel]

What a wonderful human being you are.
Truly a blessing to watch your videos from home for free.

[valentinalopezzaldivar]

such a good explanation! Thank you so much, i have started my first big painting and I'm really exited, its been a while since I've painted and i have found a type of joy I had left behind, joy that comes only from holding a brush. I'm eager to reallize that there's still lots to learn, and allso I'm really grateful to have come upon your classes. To teach its always an act of love and connection. Greetings from a young woman in México :)!

[jutta]

Wonderful teaching! Thank you so much Dianne, for sharing your wealth of knowledge with us. A great demonstration, straight to the point and easy to follow. Kind regards from Ireland.

[stoneymorris]

I like your style of teaching very much. Thank you for sharing your talent with the world.

[nadineful]

Every one of your tips is tops! I am painting with acrylics though. So far so good. I'm 86 and doing painting for charity these days. Which gives me a purpose. The way u explain everything makes sence and is easy to follow and understand.

[ForestofDean]

Probably the most helpful tips I've watched up to now.
Well done, well explained & composed.

[rickeysnider]

Hello I'm a forensic artist at a Sheriff's Department but I have been learning art since I was a child . I have recently found your channel and let me tell you ma'am you are amazing! I started when I was about 8 years old with my paints, canvas, and brushes and was set up every Saturday morning at 8 o'clock A.M. to paint with Bob Ross and did so for years so all I can paint is landscapes. I draw very well but only in graphite and charcoal. I really enjoy the tutorials you allow us to watch for free and now I have more of an understanding of value in color and in maybe a more refined way of mixing color thank you so very much for all you do.
SGT. Rickey Snider