Acrylic Abstract Sketchbook Painting Demo

[@chrisloudart]

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[@annsummer8260]

I love how all of the multiple layers contribute to the spectacular end. I wasn't sure where this one was going but was along for the interesting textured journey. Definitely a fan of the final piece! Thx for always sharing your process a decision making along the way ❤

[@chrisloudart]

I appreciate it, Ann! It’s great to hear you’re a fan of the final piece-thanks for following along!

[@DG-mv6zw]

I always feel if you get a good palette then you're half way to a great painting. Thanks so much for sharing. So helpful .

[@chrisloudart]

I couldn't agree more! Palette is usually the first thing I consider before painting.

[@kristensimpsonrealtor]

Loved it!

[@chrisloudart]

Thanks so much, Kristen!

[@laurienix4121]

Unexpected great results! Interesting how much difference it makes when the border tape is peeled away. Thanks for sharing your unique ideas!

[@chrisloudart]

Thanks so much, Laurie! I love peeling the tape away. It can give you a whole new perspective on the painting.

[@soniacouleurs9349]

Bravo Chris pour cette magnifique piece une fois de plus je suis bluffé par votre talent ...thank's for sharing...keep on painting 🤎🤎🖤🖤🤍🤍❤❤💛💛🧡🧡

[@chrisloudart]

Merci beaucoup pour vos gentils mots, Sonia!❤️

[@Debbiegibb]

Hi Chris, This is similar to my style. I enjoyed your process. Thanks for sharing.

[@chrisloudart]

Hey Debbie! Funny, I just looked at this painting the other day and thought that I really like this style and that I wanted to create some more like this. What size do you normally paint?

[@Debbiegibb]

@@chrisloudart Happy Independence Day! I typically paint small 4”x4” up to 12”x12”. I’m doing some canvas painting (big switch from painting on paper) with collage and loving it. I enjoy your videos and the many techniques you share.

[@chrisloudart]

Happy Independence Day, Debbie! Those are great sizes! Yes, canvas and paper are quite different. I went from painting, typically, on 8"x10" -ish paper to 36"x48" canvas and it was quite a shock, but in a good way! Hopefully, I'll have my new recording set-up ready soon so I can do a video with a large canvas. Have a wonderful weekend!

[@andrewwatts2695]

Brilliant n inspiring 🎉❤

[@chrisloudart]

Thanks so much, Andrew!

[@annrubino6252]

Thanks for this full demo - I really like the tight, limited palette. You get great results from scraping back into the paint. I need to work on that.

[@chrisloudart]

Thanks Ann! I tend to do a lot of scraping. That all came from trying to fix a mistake on an earlier painting that gave me an unintended but really interesting result.❤️

[@meriemrezgaoui327]

Thank you Chris! I enjoyed watching the whole process step by step and I have learnd a lot. Thanks and looking forward watching more videos. Best

[@chrisloudart]

Hey Meriem! Thank you so much!

[@annam.myburgh9515]

The Scorpio shout-out made me chuckle. Great result too.

[@chrisloudart]

Haha, thanks Anna!

[@grozdavranic6972]

Looks great...

[@chrisloudart]

Thanks, Grozda!

[@tonyfaillo5991]

Really liked this Chris ... Thanks for sharing your process

[@chrisloudart]

Thanks, Tony!

[@beckybequette8212]

Looking good. Loved the cat break. Currently fostering a cat and her 4 kittens in my studio 😆

[@chrisloudart]

Thanks, Becky! Sounds like good company in your studio! Mine love coming in, exploring for a few minutes, then wanting right back out again.🐾

[@peggylee5021]

I really like the way it turned out - the final piece was totally unexpected and you chose a great pallet for this.

[@chrisloudart]

Thanks, Peggy!

[@BetsyDay-k1s]

Your process is very interesting to watch. I'm just starting to go abstract. Very helpful. I like the.painting!

[@chrisloudart]

Thanks so much, Betsy!

[@debbieyoung9301]

Great process, love the colours too 😊

[@chrisloudart]

Thank you so much, Debbie!

[@cremeuxkraft9019]

Im stealing this palette! Lol. I have a hard time using all the colours all the time!

[@chrisloudart]

Steal away!❤️

[@blessed4149]

Love it!!

[@chrisloudart]

Thank you, Sheila!

[@sue8237]

Lovely!

[@chrisloudart]

Thanks, Sue!❤️

[@emmanuelpower2439]

It was such a suspenseful video... i had no idea where you were headed and the final reveal was fascinating Chris. I think this video is a perfect example of how abstract is a lot about spontaneous construction. Other thing is that since I have started watching your vids, i have been using fingers too... tomorrow, going to try a quick picture with just fingers and nails.

[@chrisloudart]

Well, I had a thought of where it might go, but I don't always know. Let me know how your finger painting goes. I've done a couple that were mostly done with my hands. It's a really fun way to paint!

[@LukenUSee]

This gives me some ideas. Would like to incorporate some mixed media, maybe some newspaper, in mine. "Crunchy Jacket"... love that title and the way found it.

[@chrisloudart]

Hey Luken! I'm fairly new to mixed media, but I can see how people get addicted to it. When I finished with this piece I took a look at the exposed newspaper and read a snippet about a marinade with garlic, pecans and cherry. I'm now so interested to find the rest of that article.

[@lulukan64]

Love it! I like seeing your paint and the way that you mix it..Also, my cats love to jump up into my paint when I am painting too 😂. 🐈

[@chrisloudart]

Thanks, Lori! I think cats are so curious about everything we do and want to be a part of it. Or they just want to leave paw prints all over the studio 🐾😂

[@kimranson4775]

❤

[@chrisloudart]

@@kimranson4775 Thanks, Kim!

[@juliamarsh9536]

Northern Australian outback 💯

[@chrisloudart]

I love that perspective! Thanks, Julia❤️

[@apronhugsingreeenbay]

Hi Chris. Just came across your channel. Really inspiring! I’m curious- do you gesso you’re paper substrates before applying marks and paint?

[@chrisloudart]

Hey Karen! Thank you! Most of the time I don't gesso the paper that's in my sketchbook. I do gesso loose paper when I work on that.

[@BetsyDay-k1s]

How is it to make this large? I usually get a different result. What say u?

[@chrisloudart]

Most of the time I can get a similar result, however, sometimes it goes astray. In these situations I usually roll with it and see where the painting goes.

[@michellecole4763]

Your cat could add to your mark making “paw marks” ha ha.

[@chrisloudart]

😂 Believe me, she would like to participate in the mark making.

[@colleenmckeeman1342]

👍

[@chrisloudart]

Thanks, Colleen!

[@cremeuxkraft9019]

Havent got to the end yet. But i hope there's cat content.

[@chrisloudart]

Well, I don't think there was much car content in this one. Sorry☹️

[@carolegourvellec1581]

you have a cat! what kind?

[@chrisloudart]

Hey Carole! I have two cats who are sisters. I'm not sure exactly what kind, one is all black and one is black and white. Do you have cats?

[@carolegourvellec1581]

@@chrisloudart yes, two. one norwegian forest mix, the other maine coon mix. the maine coon is deaf and so if quite tactile and viual, and so very easy going and gentle. on the other hand, ollie is a big mamma's baby! yours?

[@carolegourvellec1581]

@@chrisloudart Yes, two. one is a norwegian forest mis, the other a maine coon mix. the maine coon is deaf and so very tactile and visual, so very easy-going and gentle. the other guy, on the other hand, is a big mamma's boy! yours?

[@chrisloudart]

Oh, wow, those are both beautiful breeds of cat! Is your Maine coon mix pretty large? Our black and white cat, Reshiba, is quite picky about everything, but as of recent has become much more cuddly. Our black cat, Spooky, somewhat lives up to her name and can be quite moody. She has her sweet moments and her "don't even look at me" moments.

[@carolegourvellec1581]

@@chrisloudart reshiba is a unique name. do your paintings ever end up with cat hair in them? mine do!

[@gordonjackson2655]

So., start with the whole area painted deep yellow orange.. Cover it with small squares of muted colour,. Add areas with white. covering some of the white with deep yellow,. Partially cover that with white. Add a few random colour daubs#.. Smudge the whole painting with a rag, not forgetting to leave a bit of yellow showing as an artistic statement. , Why go to all that bother. for such a result? I very much like some of your work. Sadly. too many artists do what you did here. SIGH

[@chrisloudart]

Hey Gordon! I totally get where you’re coming from-I did this one a while ago and if I were to do this today, I would make a few changes and streamline the process. I get that this style isn’t for everyone, but I appreciate your honesty-and I’m glad you like some of my other work!

[@gordonjackson2655]

@@chrisloudart Thank you Chris. I must apologise for being brusque. I'm (slowly) recovering from a serious illness. At 76 years old, one doesn't bounce back very quickly. I'm a bit ratty. due to the pain. This is not an excuse, merely an explanation. I'm sorry.

[@chrisloudart]

No need to apologize! I completely understand, and I’m just glad to hear you’re on the road to recovery, even if it’s a slow one. Sending you lots of positive vibes for a speedy recovery!

[@gordonjackson2655]

@@chrisloudart 😀✌