Abstract Painting Transformation with the Simple Stencil

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Discover the art of transforming a basic stencil into a masterpiece with this comprehensive step-by-step tutorial on abstract acrylics. Elevate the humble stencil to fine art status as you delve into mesmerizing techniques that will bewilder your audience with the intricate details and captivating backgrounds you can effortlessly create. Unveil the secrets behind achieving stunning results that will leave your viewers in awe!
🎨Supplies Needed🎨
🖌️Paint
🖌️Gessoed paper, canvas or board
🖌️Stippling or hard bristle brush
🖌️Stencils (Michaels, Blick, Amazon, or get pro ones from Etsy. To learn how to make your own stencil go here: • How to Make Your Own S... )
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ABOUT ANDREA CERMANSKI
I am an artist out of Santa Fe, New Mexico who has been painting for almost 30 years. I love to teach first-timers as well as experienced painters who need a creative reboot. My work has been displayed in several galleries around the country, and I have a Bachelor’s in Art History, a Master’s in Art Education, and had my work in a show juried by Judy Chicago.

[@dorettecarlson8804]

Totally cool. Looks like a lot of fun. I like how you paint without worry, just exploration.

[@andreacermanskipainting]

Yep, lots of play in my paintings ;)

[@jenihead5423]

Very pretty!

[@andreacermanskipainting]

Thank you! 😊

[@tammieoneal1296]

Just found your channel and signed up! Your teaching style really resonates with me. I would love it if you would share the exact colors you are using in a demo. The aqua, blue, and greens in this are lovely!

[@andreacermanskipainting]

I usually mix them myself. But I may have used a turquoise from Blick studio paints in this. Check out my tutorial on how to mix turquoise ;)

[@avanellehansen4525]

Super! New subscriber

[@andreacermanskipainting]

Great to have you!

[@andreacermanskipainting]

Hey there, I wanted to invite you to my FREE online abstract 4-day painting challenge from September 3-6, 2024. Here's the link if you want to join:) santafepaintingworkshops.com/abstract-floral-challenge-yt

[@lenapires7793]

New subscriber here.

[@andreacermanskipainting]

Thanks! Great having you !

[@gyans.tomasic6134]

There isn't a link for the pdf for Acrylic mediums. Where do we find it please?

[@andreacermanskipainting]

Hi! It's the first link in the description below the video, but here it is: wondrous-composer-4094.ck.page/d59f6f9857

[@gyans.tomasic6134]

@@andreacermanskipainting Thank you. With gratitude.

[@andreacermanskipainting]

@@gyans.tomasic6134 You are welcome:)

[@pennydubin8547]

My stencils are quite thin and my paint tends to bleed under them.

[@andreacermanskipainting]

Hmm...do you water down the paint? If not, then get a stippling brush. It will help with bleeding!

[@avanellehansen4525]

Are you using thin paint like fluid acrylic or craft paint? Perhaps try thicker , full body paint that comes in tubes.

[@andreacermanskipainting]

@@avanellehansen4525 I agree! Thicker paint and a stippling brush should do the job!

[@lcomfort8683]

I have heard that you can place stencil, put matte medium on like paint on the stencil, let dry, then put color on the stencil. Haven't tried it, but seems like would work.

[@andreacermanskipainting]

That would totally work! Give it a try and report back!

[@rafaelnadal796]

Decorative objects? No, thanks

[@andreacermanskipainting]

You're welcome!

[@kathrynletchford5114]

This is, NOT, fine art. Fine art is by definition, very finely painted, not done by splattering paint willynilly.

[@andreacermanskipainting]

Thanks for commenting! According to the Oxford Dictionary, fine art is, "creative art, especially visual art whose products are to be appreciated primarily or solely for their imaginative, aesthetic, or intellectual content." Cheers!

[@avanellehansen4525]

Incorrect. Commercial art and illustration would qualify for your definition

[@rafaelnadal796]

Decorative objects. Nothing more

[@andreacermanskipainting]

Trolly comments, we ignore:)