Abstract Realism Portrait// Texture, Layers and my Thoughts

Hey Friends!!!
I decided to talk a little in this commentary about some of my thoughts. I hope you don't mind.

I used a 24x30 inch canvas for this painting.
The texture was created with modeling paste and beach sand.
I used acrylic paint, spray paint and acrylic ink.
Main colors were:
Burnt Sienna
Burnt Umber
Raw Sienna
Cobalt Turquoise
Titanium White
Patina
Paynes Gray
Pthalo Green
Yellow Ochre

Tools:
Sea Sponge
Brushes
Palette Knives
Paper Towels
Spray bottle w/ water
Fingers

I hope you enjoy the process! Any questions, leave them in the comments!

[evelynstjohn]

I love how you tell your stories as you go along. You brought me back to a childhood I had so many years ago... the freedom to explore and create and to just have fun. I love your vision on this life.

[rebeliousautie]

Thank you. I am autistic, and I have really struggled to wrap my brain around how to create this kind of background, and the way you show it not only makes it look not overwhelming, which is a huge block for me...but also, I finally get it.

[gailierunninglynx]

"I don't know what I'm doing, but I know I can do it!!" Love your channel~!! Glad I found you!! Thanks so much!! ❤😊

[TjVoelkerArt]

Seriously, I loved this so much! Also, I was today years old when I discovered Abstract Realism. I'm in love.

[shelinahetherington]

Thanks for the advice. Spot on. What an astoundingly brilliant painting!

[creativelymisty]

Such a gorgeous painting! Love watching you create

[HelonQuiggins]

Thank you for showing AND explaining what works for you.

[KM-jmxj]

I don't mind at all. You are a wise soul and your process of "playing" is stunning!

[Ameylynn]

Phenomenal!!! I was captured not only visually, but my heart resonated so much with your words. Thank you ❤

[TreesieParadisArt]

Lydia, I continue to be one of your biggest fans and your paintings never disappoint, including this one!! I absolutely love all the layers, the depth and watching the process of it developing before our eyes! Your talent truly inspires me to try things that I’ve never had the confidence to try! My goal is to one day be even a fraction of the artist that you are! Beautiful job my friend!! 🤗😍

[teinasart]

Thanks for an inspiring video and I love your process! My graphic design teacher use to say, 'don't be married to your art piece'; meaning don't be afraid of letting the process of exploration hold you back because you are afraid of messing up. Looking forward to more videos!

[chandarussell]

“Create for the pure joy of creating”. A mantra for sanity. The advice you give in this video is pure gold. I’m going to save this video for whenever I get bogged down in responsibilities and life in general to remind myself to have fun.

[DRen_]

This amazing, love the build up of layers 🤘

[kesiafiya]

Thank you sooo much for sharing!.. I really needed a reminder of all that! Watching this video has made me want to go on an art retreat 🥰 🎨

[Kokoh]

Wow!!! What an amazing video!!! Thank you!!!

[judilynn]

This painting is absolutely BEAUTIFUL.

[alvinadesir]

Stunning… seriously beautiful process and painting … ❤

[Saysmethemis]

Only a beautiful soul can do this type of art! And it was cray cray that you had concern over your creation- your work is perfection!

[janiene-gqmg]

I really love your style ❤ and learning a lot as a beginner in painting. Love your humour too.

[christophercox]

You aren’t gettin a lot of views but I’ve watched a lot of painting videos and yours are truly the best. Keep it up and you will be SO successful. 😊