Abstract Painting Demo - Part 2

Hi everyone. In this week's video I'm continuing on my abstract painting from last week (if you missed that one, it's linked in the video). Now that the painting has dried I've started to add more color, using my trusty board scraper.
Join me again next week when I finish up this piece and, as always, if you have any questions, topics you'd like me to discuss, or anything else, please reach out. Don't forget to like and subscribe and ring the bell to be notified whenever I post a new video.
Hugs,
Gwen

[@eswalker5150]

Fantastic!!! Thank you, Gwen!!!😊

[@susanboyes4417]

What beautiful advice to find the creative soul, thank you for that tender mercy.

[@danielolivier1463]

I've been watching tons of videos on KZbin about abstract painting and this is the first time I leave a comment. I love you, I love the way you approach painting, the way you think about art and what you do on the canvas. You are very inspiring to me. Thank you for sharing who you are and what you do.

[@GwenFoxArtist]

Daniel.....thank you so much for such a lovely comment....I am so happy you like the videos as I never know so your comment meant a ton!!!

[@jochorley4232]

Hi, I just found this and I just love your joy…it’s inspiring me to have a go, thank you

[@marykinzelberg253]

Love showing the way the painting is coming together and how much fun we should all be having as you demonstrate. Thx.

[@dianecharest8365]

Thank you. I just started trying abstract about 10 months ago. Im still plugging away at it and think im just finding my style. I've already started buying oils, but havent attempted them yet, as I've invested too much money in acrylics. Im glad i found you today. I love your style.

[@GwenFoxArtist]

You can do it Diane!!!

[@nitafaught-JoyfulheART-]

Creativity comes from silence….this is what I’ve been looking for…..thank you thank you! ♥️

[@GwenFoxArtist]

You are so welcome Nita...

[@ahmadalojail8480]

Great.

[@mateateal3859]

Thank you Gwen! I’ve just started painting again and love doing abstract but always struggle with getting an idea going or a solid composition. I loved the way you marked the canvas and layered down your intent in black charcoal first. I’m going to do that now with the white canvas behind me! Thank you for the great tips and I’m definitely a new subscriber. Take care!

[@isabelricketts5324]

I loved what you said about silence

[@shirin8390]

I loved your unique opinion about silence…wowwwww 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏❤️❤️

[@jayegamboa3325]

Thank you for the inspiration!❤

[@LisaMetcalfeArt]

You are such a joy Gwen! I’ve just come across you on KZbin and can’t wait to watch part 3. Love what you said at the end about getting rid of all those thoughts to help to see what your painting needs next. I’ll remember that ❤

[@GwenFoxArtist]

Glad you enjoyed enjoyed the video....thank you...

[@ahotms]

You’re a fabulous teacher. Great energy. ❤️ thank you!!

[@JuliaKellogg]

Gwen, great to find you! Love this and you sharing on this channel. My mom was Haroldine. Didn’t realize you work and love oil. Might have to investigate that medium!!! Great to see your beautiful self and high energy ❤️

[@danalangford982]

I just found you! I love your knowledge and your enthusiasm. Thank you.

[@catherinecarija7514]

OMG I LOVE YOU! You are awesome! I’ve just adopted you!

[@joyceswearingen5930]

I'm standing up shouting ,"Woohoo!!!"

[@GwenFoxArtist]

You just made my day Joyce.....

[@artofvchannel9430]

Love your creative​ energy​ big hugs.. And thankd

[@barbarageis1728]

Love it! Yes when we are quiete the painting speaks to us and we can go further. That happend to me so often. These are wonderful surprising moments!

[@GwenFoxArtist]

So true!

[@skylarkingable]

hello gwen! i'm self-taught, a retired teacher, held to ransom by serious illness. love your ways..i just subscribed so i'll be lurking! nice art, my friend! michele south australia

[@tendr247]

I asked my niece for some crayons lol..she gave me black, red, purple and white. I love that reddish orange yellow.

[@elagoldthorpe8060]

So so pleased I found your channel you are an amazing teacher, a breath of fresh air. Thank you for inspiring me

[@lisabarnes6919]

Yes it’s is fun and at times tough but if I don’t give up it turns out great!

[@kathyryan7768]

Great philosophy!! Sooooooo true!!

[@GwenFoxArtist]

Truth!

[@adelaobeso8913]

Hi from Perú !! You are a lovely and inspiring person. Love your videos. Thanks Gwen ❤

[@GwenFoxArtist]

You are so welcome!

[@user-bl4cd5ic4h]

You give wonderful tips. You especially got me on creativity comes from silence. Thank you so much I'll keep watching.

[@italaayub3160]

Thank you Gwen. Your kind words are so relatable. I am learning a lot from your videos.

[@GwenFoxArtist]

I'm so glad!...thank you so much Itala

[@keithpickerel8695]

Hi Gwen! Discovered you while I was on vacation and didn't have any painting supplies. I decided to watch videos I had been meaning to watch earlier, and latched onto you.. I love your style, your approach, and the inspirational and spiritual content that you share with us. You have lifted me out of a dull period. Can't wait to go home and paint again. Thank you!

[@GwenFoxArtist]

Keith....thank you so much for your comment....you actually made my day...

[@etabbarakat9411]

I love your words and the way you construct the painting. Thank you. I hope you will help me liberate myself from the cage of realism in my artistic style.

[@GwenFoxArtist]

We all tend to go back to what is comfortable so give yourself some time to really play.

[@eddieespinosa6576]

Discovered your videos today. So fun and informative. Thank you.

[@GwenFoxArtist]

Eddie....so glad you are enjoying them...

[@laurienye7514]

I just love you, I just found you on UTube. I love the way you paint and teach. Thank you.

[@GwenFoxArtist]

Thanks you so much....

[@NarcArtTherapy]

Gwen, many thanks! I grew up right by Taos, and I miss it. Thank you for sharing your expertise, it's just what I needed as I just started a more abstract creative journey 💖

[@GwenFoxArtist]

Glad it was helpful!

[@carollenolin7249]

Gwen, What you said touched me profondly. I need so much to paint, but I am always blocked. It gives me some courgae. Thanks a lot

[@GwenFoxArtist]

Carolle....you can do it...go into your studio or wherever you create and consider it a "Trash can painting day"....that way you won't be blocked...try it ....it's fun.

[@bettypogor9985]

I love what you do, and your message. My work is very much like yours but at the moment I am STUCK on a piece and it’s making me crazy. You’ve given me direction. Starting a different mindset tomorrow!!! Thank you.

[@vesnaduval2003]

Thank you 🤗🤗🤗 It is all soo true

[@great-garden-watch]

I love abstracts and you actually paint them! I’m so tired of only finding these pour paintings or the giant squeegee! Thank you. And oil! Allof this was so instructive

[@GwenFoxArtist]

Thank you so much!

[@mariakapatos9545]

Wow Gwen Thank you for such sound advise. Yes we do forget to stand back and look again at the painting and listen to what it is telling us and that voice within, which so brings us to see with a new eye, which way to go. Bless you for bringing this up again❤❤

[@GwenFoxArtist]

You are so welcome

[@jeanhernandez5561]

Inspiring!.....♥♥♥

[@John-rb3yv]

Wow The thinking, judging, rationalizing mind..... is clearly the problem Love your loose garment attitude! Really helps Thanks

[@GwenFoxArtist]

Thanks John....love your comment.

[@earthstar1]

This was wonderful. There are times when I just want to sit down and have a discussion like this. You not only answered some questions I've had but made me feel more comfortable with the process of painting. Thank you. 😊

[@GwenFoxArtist]

I love that it helped you....,thanks for your comment...

[@beverlymozak5263]

I have just found you … you speak to me … I think I love you … the way you teach … and I’ve only been here a few minutes … wish I’d found you years ago. Thank you for your inspiring words.

[@GwenFoxArtist]

So happy you found my channel Beverly....thank you for your kind words.

[@ginnybarney5100]

This is the first time I've ever seen you paint. I truly love your style. My hope is to be able to paint like this. Silence is golden. I don't know how to catch you when you finish this painting. Thank you for your knowledge.

[@StudioArtbyReBa]

Gwen, so excited to have found you. You speak my creative language & you put my thoughts in ti words😃. Even your choice of lively colors, looks like my palette. Thank you for emphasizing “having a plan” I tend to ponder over what I’m going to do for a bit before I start them. Then I hear from others, that’s not intuitive, that’s not expressing yourself in the moment. But as you said, it changes as it goes. But I am trying to keep your words in my head, “be silent & let the creativity speak!” Thank you so much! Are you using cold wax when you are painting this? I found your videos because I discovered CWM & want to learn more.

[@GwenFoxArtist]

Thank you for your lovely comment....it means a lot to me that you took the time to say this....now for your question.....No I was not using cold wax in this painting....although I may have at the end.....it has been a while since I did the painting. I was just using the squeege that I use in cold wax.

[@anninpt4398]

❤❤❤fantasitc advice, I love seeing this painting progress. I am a new subscriber, American in Portugal

[@GwenFoxArtist]

Welcome! Thank you for subscribing. My latest video speaks to a break that I am taking from KZbin because I am moving. Please feel free to browse any of my content, you might find some of them helpful. I'll also be releasing a series on Artist Confidence for Free (previously it was a paid course that I offered). Regardless, I am so happy for you to join me. Hugs, Gwen

[@SharonLynnWilliams]

It's amazing how that asphaltum looks like green!

[@GwenFoxArtist]

As the saying goes....a color isn't a color until it is placed next to another color...

[@nancybrunskill7446]

Love your work and your philosophy! Look forward to taking your workshop!

[@GwenFoxArtist]

I would LOVE to have you in my next workshop this September...

[@deniselini1366]

And cannot wait to see where this goes!!!😄👏👏

[@jennytrim522]

Thank you so much these wonderful videos. You lift my spirits and inspire me!

[@GwenFoxArtist]

I'm so glad Jenny....

[@shirin8390]

Thanks a lot for sharing your experience 🌸🌸🙏🙏

[@GwenFoxArtist]

You are so welcome Shrin Fakour Biniaz

[@louiselegare3780]

It's already beautiful

[@robertwebber8672]

Gwen wot a delight u r! Here in uk on BBC radio there used to be something early am called 'Thought for the day.' The end of your demo where u talked about peace and silence and that is when it happens? Well that is my thought for today. Seriously I love your laid back and yet constructive approach to painting. And also your warm approach to presenting. Best R

[@GwenFoxArtist]

Robert.....you just made my day...thank you sooooo much! I used to live in the UK and loved every minute of it....great country.

[@jacki1259]

Thought for the day still on radio 4 every morning on the Today programme 🙏

[@robertwebber8672]

thks for that. I dont have radio 4 on any more. I listen to music these days and look at news on pc. But like the thought that thought for day is still on the go! Best R

[@maryannkline6932]

Another great video. I understand everything you say it’s refreshing and interesting thank you again.

[@GwenFoxArtist]

Glad to hear it!

[@sarachambers16]

Fabulous, Gwen!! Thanks! 💖💖💖

[@GwenFoxArtist]

Great to see your name....I emailed you a while back....we need to chat and catch up.

[@marymoore3625]

I learn so much from your videos. You are a great teacher.

[@GwenFoxArtist]

I really appreciate that! Thank you Mary...

[@beckyrenner6959]

I love your enthusiasm!

[@GwenFoxArtist]

Thanks Becky...

[@sonyaeckers8297]

I love it!

[@GwenFoxArtist]

Thanks Sonya....

[@heatherdawe2106]

Thank you for your inspirational and insightful videos. After decades of doing photography and Photoshop, I wanted to explore other creative media during the pandemic. Your channel and your enthusiasm are welcome companions in my new endeavours.

[@GwenFoxArtist]

Go for it Heather....thank you for your compliment.

[@madhavmankar1898]

Thanks for your Videos.interesting, Deom preacatical Creative painting with Design.Vizlition, Experience Ida including Vizlisation.wow' Texture wenderfully nicely Created.❤🎉😮😊

[@dianaromig732]

I love your joy of the whole process. Positive vibes 🎊 🎉😅

[@GwenFoxArtist]

Thank you!! 😊

[@pamelabrowne3684]

You are amazing!

[@GwenFoxArtist]

Wow, thank you!

[@kgold5962]

Just discovered your channel. Thanks for such great videos! Very inspiring to me.

[@GwenFoxArtist]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@zombie99999999999]

I love your way of explaining

[@GwenFoxArtist]

Thanks Deniz...

[@sigrunasa]

There is so much energy in you painting. I enjoy watching the videos, and I always learn quite a bit each time, thank you for making all this available. Regards from Iceland

[@GwenFoxArtist]

My pleasure 😊 Sigrun..

[@grfourie100]

Marvelous Gwen, where can we see the finished painting pretty please?!!

[@jeannettelogue2517]

Hi, Gwen! Thank you for “thinking out loud” while you’re painting. Also, I very rarely use red but am going to get out there tomorrow and try it!

[@GwenFoxArtist]

Jeannette....you go girl...use that red but it will be hard to do in a seascape so try some flowers or an abstract...

[@flyonushka]

You so beautiful wonderful woman!!! I adore your thoughts! Thank you for your art!

[@GwenFoxArtist]

You just made my day....thank you...

[@marthiemostert6741]

Ahhhj, i cant wait!

[@maga2223]

Hi from Brasil! You are great! I love see your process trought the paintings. Learning so much with you! □○♡

[@maryannminers1435]

Thank you for your final comments today. Listen to yourself and the painting will speak. This is what I hope for in my paintings.

[@GwenFoxArtist]

Thank you for watching until the end as I usually give a tidbit or a gem then...

[@joanpowell5653]

Gwen, you are an amazing person, teacher and artist. I love you and what you do. You are so full of love and enthusiasm! Such a generous person! the black oil you used, asphaltum, is there an acrylic that is similar to this one? It's so beautiful! So enthralled with your talent! Blessings!

[@louisagius4077]

Hi Gwen, I have recently discovered you as the gentleman below and I am truly enjoying your way of doing abstracts but unfortunately I paint in acrylics which the effects are probably somewhat different. I loved your idea of silence for creativity. Thanks so much.

[@GwenFoxArtist]

I also use acrylics so you can do the same thing as I do with acrylics...

[@heidibreganski2685]

Oh my gosh! Learning so much from you! Thank you so much. Are you using any medium woth your underlayers?

[@GwenFoxArtist]

Heidi....I am not using any medium with my layers...

[@annebraddock534]

I appreciate your sharing your process. We all work differently but it somehow gave me permission to just go for it. QUESTION: How long will you wait between painting sessions to let it dry?

[@GwenFoxArtist]

Since I paint thinly ....I use oils....I only have to wait a overnight.....but remember I live in New Mexico where it is dry.

[@sevresblue]

Gwen your videos are fantastic! Do you have assistants or do you do it all yourself? You rock and your work is amazing!

[@GwenFoxArtist]

Kelley.....I do all the filming and editing myself.....then I send it to A Solid Site in Canada to Aaron and he does his magic with the beginning and ending. It is a lot of work but I love doing it and I love how it is helping other artists.

[@carolspraker4396]

Which red do you use, or do you use a combination? Thank you for sharing your videos.

[@margretvonkeiser1408]

thank you so much....... would love to do a workshop with you! I live in Taos. Margret

[@GwenFoxArtist]

Margaret....just email me as I would love to meet [e-mail]

[@tracyloringart]

Gwen I loved your message in this so much!! I will often ask my paintings what they need/want next. I’m never led astray when I listen in silence to what my creations are telling me. They are indeed born.

[@GwenFoxArtist]

You are so right Tracy...paintings love to be born to a loving creator.

[@bettyblitch7930]

Love your approach and the way you talk about the process. May I ask what part of the country you hail from

[@GwenFoxArtist]

Betty....I grew up in East Tennessee...

[@juliachandler4968]

Hi. Love your demo. What colour did you use over the orange? Never heard of asbaltham?

[@dorothytomaszewski5953]

Loved the freedom of your approach. It has inspired me to work on some abstracts. What was the name of the dark colour. It sounded like asphalt?????

[@GwenFoxArtist]

Asphaltum.....it is a Gamblin color

[@dorothytomaszewski5953]

@@GwenFoxArtist thank you so much. I am doing some studies and finding them exciting. Now to get that big canvas out and go for it!

[@dianemartin6077]

Hi Gwen I really like your approach Your emphasis on openness and fun is most encouraging! Thank you! What dark color did you use for the version of black? It was somewhat transparent ? Thanks again, Diane in SF

[@juliachandler4968]

Did you get a reply?

[@AliBaba-ke5jn]

Hi Gwen. Do you paint with acrylics as well? That red is just so beautiful! No brush strokes?

[@GwenFoxArtist]

Alicia....yes, I paint with acrylics and I love them. I will usually start a painting with acrylic and then finish them with oil.

[@debsteinman1506]

Do you use any quick drying mediums, when completed with painting, how long until it dries and do you use a varnish? Thanks

[@GwenFoxArtist]

Deb...I don't use quick drying mediums with my oils.....they say to wait about three months but I usually do it after a few weeks...

[@jacquelinebull3474]

Are the black and greys oil paint?

[@desleypolmear4157]

Please tell me what you used to fix the charcoal so it wouldnt spread

[@GwenFoxArtist]

Desley...I used a Krylon matte spray...

[@teresasullivan9963]

How can I apply this style to abstract realism of animals?

[@marywyman3156]

How do you do your black.? You mentioned a word I couldn’t get

[@GwenFoxArtist]

It was probably the paint color....Asphaltum.....it is a wonderful transparent brown.....I love it!!!

[@davidlapointe1640]

Hi Qwen...Did you call that color asvalta or asphalta...I have never heard of that before...

[@GwenFoxArtist]

David....it is an oil color by Gamblin ....it is Asphaltum. It is a beautiful transparent rich brown....you will love it!

[@davidlapointe1640]

@@GwenFoxArtist Yup... I have ordered some...Getting it tomorrow...Thanks!

[@grfourie100]

What is your 2nd colour. As volta.? Don't know it please

[@anastark8519]

What color red are you using?

[@deniselini1366]

Which red is that Gwen?

[@lynnewesolowski3181]

I’m not familiar with Asvaltum … spelled correctly? A transparent color?

[@GwenFoxArtist]

Lynne....it is spelled Asphaltum

[@joannavandeneijnden5437]

What paint are you using

[@GwenFoxArtist]

Joanna....I am using oil paint ...Gamblin mostly but some Charvin oil paints as well.

[@ginnygriffin9824]

How often do you have videos?

[@GwenFoxArtist]

Ginny....every week...

[@colincannings7946]

I don't get it! Abstract, what is the point?

[@GwenFoxArtist]

What don't you get?

[@colincannings7946]

@@GwenFoxArtist When I look at abstract art, all I see is colours and shapes. Is that what abstract art is? When I see a scene, like Landscape, Seascape or an animal, a portrait I see something that I'd like to re create. It's meanful to me. I guess I don't see the meaning with abstract art.

[@GwenFoxArtist]

@@colincannings7946 Colin.....I see your point and I used to believe the same thing......until I saw really good abstract art. It moved me....it excited me and I had to learn more. The more I learned the more I loved abstract art. Now I have to say....a lot of abstract art says nothing and there is a LOT of bad abstract art out there. Here is what I look for....a Abstract art is about design that is exciting, colors that move me and shapes that tell a story. Your landscape, portrait, seascape art has an abstract design underneath their image....look for it....it is important to recognize it. Take for example...a landscape is not just a field , trees and sky....the shape of the field, and possible building in the distance is probably considered the same shape when you squint your eyes....why? because the values are close and read as one. I could go on an on but don't worry about not liking abstract art but don't shut it out as not worthy of your viewing. Start looking at it and there will be one that will move you.....remember that piece and then judge others by that piece and ask why? Why did it move you? Keep me informed.

[@colincannings7946]

@@GwenFoxArtist Thank you Gwen. When you mention, what I might consider an under painting of a landscape which is distinguishing the foreground, middle ground and sky. I can see how that could be seen as abstract.