Making It Simple: Elements of Design

Hi everyone and welcome back to the Making it Simple series. This week I'm going over the Elements of Design, how the masters use them in their paintings, and how you can use them as well.
The elements of design go hand-in-hand with the principles we covered last week. What's the difference? The elements of design are what you use to create your painting, whereas the principles are how you use them.
Join me next week for the final video in the series. As always, if you have any questions, topics you'd like me to discuss, or anything else, please reach out or leave them in the comments below. Don't forget to like and subscribe and ring the bell to be notified whenever I post a new video.
Hugs,
Gwen

[@artbyHannahBrown]

I've been painting for about 6 years and I didn't know most of these elements. You've changed the game for me! Thank you

[@GwenFoxArtist]

So glad you found this as it is so important......but....remember emotion is super important as well.

[@wendynuttall9058]

Brilliant thanks Gwen

[@lyndawoods1144]

Thank you Gwen I know different lines give different feelings and I do have sticks However, when I am painting and having a good time (or not) I forget my sticks, so I am going back to my painting and put some lines in and think of you. Ha!

[@morganantoinettephoenix1107]

I love the way you deliver the basics and beyond. But, your passion and enthusiasm is contagious. I learn so much from watching your videos as an amateur artist as I call myself. The orchestra analogy makes a whole lot of sense.

[@GwenFoxArtist]

Wow, thank you Morgan!

[@AboutArchie]

This important video is one I will rewatch until the lessons are internalized. Thanks!

[@GwenFoxArtist]

Archie....you are so welcome....thank you so much for your comment.

[@marcondesbatista2276]

❤

[@dianecharest8365]

You explained that so well. I have been writing these down in my notes. But you just made me totally understand this. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge.

[@GwenFoxArtist]

Thank you so much for your lovely comment....so happy it helped....

[@laureleepoapst3597]

Thank you!!

[@sharontuohy2074]

Great video!.. so clear and simple. Thank you Gwen 💜

[@majie9717]

Thank you Gwen ❤

[@GwenFoxArtist]

Love to you....thanks for the comment...

[@isaj129]

Thank you, Gwen! As a new painter, this entire series is just what I needed. As always, so grateful to you for taking the time to offer your insights and knowledge! ❤

[@GwenFoxArtist]

Isa....so glad it has helped you.

[@fcruz2012]

Great!

[@GwenFoxArtist]

Thanks Fernanda....also thanks for commenting....I love it!!!

[@sarakawari2855]

Thank you🌹🥰

[@GwenFoxArtist]

You’re welcome 😊

[@PatriciaCalafate]

excellent! thanks a lot!!

[@GwenFoxArtist]

You are welcome...Patricia !

[@robertwebber8672]

fab presentation!

[@GwenFoxArtist]

YAY!!!

[@yeshuaiscomingbackrepent2357]

Good morning Gwen!🎵🎶🌷In these past 2 videos I have heard things I had never heard before. It is so nice to keep learning and creating! I am truly anticipating your next video...I have a feeling you will be demonstrating??? 🙃I have had issues with a painting for a few weeks and decided to crochet a baby blanket this week lol! Hopfully I can finish my painting soon! Have a blessed day! Hugs!🌻🌻🌻

[@GwenFoxArtist]

How did the baby blanket turn out?

[@yeshuaiscomingbackrepent2357]

@@GwenFoxArtist It is beautiful my friends say! I had to get more yarn today because I did not buy enough yarn the first time! It will be finished I am sure by Tues night! I used Elephant grey, baby pink, strawberry pink, white so far and I am adding Aqua and more grey, then a border of white! "ABSTRACT BABY!" 😁Thank you for asking!!!

[@yeshuaiscomingbackrepent2357]

@@GwenFoxArtist I finished the baby blanket!!🎶🧶🎺I would love to show you if you would like to share an e-mail! If not, I truly understand.😊It feels so great to crochet again, it helps when the painting is stuck...lol. I actually was able to make a granny square by my self (years ago, when I was very young, my older sister had to begin them for me) now that I am 60yo I was able to finally accomplish it alone with the help of a young womans video! I made a pillow cover from the remnants of the baby blanket yarn! And made my very first CROCHET FLOWER for the front of the pillow! It is so relaxing and fills in the time inbetween paintings! 😊🎨🖌Hugs and have a blessed day Gwen!

[@barb5393]

Now if I could only remember everything you said.

[@GwenFoxArtist]

I know the feeling...