CREATING LAYERS IN ABSTRACT PAINTINGS -LEARNING ABOUT VALUE PART 2

Creating layers in abstract paintings adds interest, depth, and complexity to your artwork which will make your viewer want to gaze at your paintings for longer. This is another exercise in learning about value to practice so you can improve your skills, whether you are already a painter or wanting to learn to paint. The first video in this series titled "How to paint abstract paintings - Art Lesson on value part 1" discusses the importance of value in creating art and how to train your eye to see value by only using black and white. The reason we use a black and white palette when we are still learning value is when we remove the colour our eyes are able to see value much more easily. When creating interesting compositions using the black and white method comes easily to you then you can move to introducing one colour. You lesson here is to now create layers using one colour that will be filled with different values using tints and shades to eye your eye on journey. These little exercises in painting will certainly enhance your skills when it comes time to create abstract art. Remember the idea of these tutorials is not to copy the painting on this video but practise creating your own interesting composition using your tools.

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[paulaschiller]

I am a longtime painter who has recently had a lengthy block. ---not being able to decide between oil or acrylic, having pursued both. This straight forward video has unlocked me. I will start playing and improvising with a limited pallet. Thank you. I would like to offer you a suggestion-hope you don't mind. Try holding you brush as a painter is formally taught, rather than like a pencil. I think you will enjoy the freedom of more sweeping arm movements.

[CherylK.]

I'm a beginner, and I've been struggling with composition. This video, along with part 1, are so, so helpful. The most helpful instruction I've received. I appreciate that you showed close-ups of the work. Really, this has helped me so much. Can't wait to put this lesson into action tomorrow morning.

[daphnesmith]

I've taken oil painting classes for many years. My teacher was an art teacher who is now retired. She is wonderful. This brought all those years of information full circle. I love contrast, my teacher creates photo like oil paintings (which is proving to be beneficial information) I'm so glad to see it all finally clicking. Thanks so much for this great tutorial!

[ronmathurin]

Wow See you in your new place ! Welcome to the area .

[janaicaandersonart]

This was a mind blowing experience… this tutorial really opened my eyes & gave me a burst of new insight. I’m so inspired to get to a new canvas!! Thanks Lori

[Saâda-ah]

Think’s you for these interesting videos

[CulturedGem]

Lori, you broke my mental ice block. I have worked so hard at transitioning from fine art (portrait/still life) to abstract and I was about to give up. But this video was the aha moment I needed. Thank you. Please make more videos.

[anikindarji]

Keep up dear in being you! & thanks a lot!

[pinkarmadillomd]

I just want you to know how much I look forward to your videos and seeing your work. Thank you for all your great advice and insights😃

[jobuckley]

I have been painting for years and never tried an abstract until I watched some of your videos and techniques. Wow. So much fun. In the end I surprised myself at the result. Thanks for the inspiration.

[nacemoslibres]

The ability of doing something interesting with so few tools and colors in so little time. Thank you for this!

[nicolabishop]

Thank you for generosity in sharing techniques!

[boweryboy]

This was a really cool tutorial. I took your advice and tried it without trying to copy you and I was so pleased with my results. I learned so much from this. Thank you for sharing

[lesleybthedapperkiwi]

Thank you - you are very generous sharing your thoughts and techniques 🙏♥️

[ParadoxKismet]

You are so generous with your time and knowledge! I love how this was done with basically one color. I'm learning to be brave! I am so happy to be following you here and on Instagram. Enjoy your new home and studio!

[conniedecarolis]

Lori, I think this video has been the biggest help ever. It sunk in what you have been saying . Thank You!

[caseywilliams]

awesome!!!! a wonderful blend of watching & listening to you explain & I found this comprehendable in ways I haven't "picked up- got &/ related to"!! Thank YOU!xox0

[tinycuisine]

Great advice on using just one color when starting out! It will greatly help me, thank you

[josephinekaracsony]

Thank you. Just saw your video and I wanted to say thanks for the tips. I have never tried this with only one color…Can’t wait….I’m really trying to work on my values and composition. Thank you….

[megcampbell]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge. I love your work.