Abstract Art: Mark Making & Layering | Betty Franks Art

Join me as I create abstract art on 10x10x2" cradled wood. You'll see me create this piece from start to finish including mixing colors and building up layers. I also talk about my process, the tools I'm using (link below), the paint I love (link below), and lots more along the way.
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Hello and welcome! I'm Betty Franks and I create my vision of abstract fields of flowers using acrylic paints and pencils (and other mark-making tools). I live in the San Francisco Bay Area and travel a couple of times a year to Preko, Croatia (where my parents live). I started painting in 2012 and focused on abstract art in the summer of 2015. Follow all my art adventures on Instagram or Facebook (links below).
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[@BettyFranksArt]

LINKS: You can find my favorite art supplies here: www.bettyfranksart.com/my-favorite-art-supplies As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases. My favorite Nova Color Paints: www.bettyfranksart.com/favorite-nova-color-paints Purchase my recorded online workshop here: www.bettyfranksart.com/online-workshops My art on products: www.bettyfranksart.com/products Gallery representation: JCO's Art Haus www.jcosplace.com/artist-franks and Curated by the Sea www.curatedbythesea.com/betty-franks Sign up for my email list here: www.bettyfranksart.com/email-sign-up Sketchbook: arteza.com/dp/5-1x8-3-watercolor-book-pack-of-2?a_aid=Instagram-RinaPatelARTIST&a_bid=171b30ef&fbclid=IwAR2nIVgCaaRaJEJAl-aw9F9S9iaibVBlKiDS48-c0QGCztHAsvo8c8VTh4w

[@vanessagilsenan7498]

🌼 I only discovered I could paint 5 years ago. I did hyper realistic animal portraits. After losing my husband to cancer in 2020 I just couldn’t/didn’t sit down to paint. Last week I came across your KZbin channel. I rushed out to buy acrylics and thoroughly enjoyed letting go without having to concentrate or have the pressure of it having to be prefect. Thank you for the inspiration to put brush to canvas again. I’m loving abstract art. 😊

[@BettyFranksArt]

I'm so sorry for your loss and pain, Vanessa. I can't image how difficult it has been for you. Makes me happy to know that you found something that brings your joy. Your comment made my day. Sending you hugs and wishing you tons of creativity and happiness!

[@karmaleenash2841]

There is something very healing to the soul that comes from art that is focused less on photo realism, and instead opens up some deeper inspiration. I am glad you found a touch of joy in the process. So sorry for your terrible loss. May you continue to find your way to art. 🤍

[@colourcuvee]

🌼🌼🌼 I really enjoyed this video! Has encouraged me to get my acrylics out again!! 👍

[@tamarapaskvan6704]

Great video! I wish I was as spontaneous as you.

[@BettyFranksArt]

It takes practice! 🥰

[@barbaramilbradt2188]

Phew, I was getting withdrawals from the shortage of your videos, lol! You have quite a busy life. Love all the assorted playlists you have!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Glad you like them, Barbara! And, I'm happy to be back with videos. Even I was going through withdrawals!!

[@kayperret2417]

🏵Ooooooo, The sides. YES!! Well, and the front. Love this one. Thanks for sharing your process.

[@BettyFranksArt]

Glad you liked it, Kay! Love those sides, too!

[@vibrantly50]

🌼 I began painting at 50, also! I let it go for several years. Now at 66 I’m living in Portugal and jumping back in! Thank you, thank you for the teaching and inspiration!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Wonderful! Super happy to hear that you're back at it, Jody! Thanks so much for watching to the end!

[@ajerniganable]

🌼 I loved your new video! Thank you! 🌼

[@BettyFranksArt]

I'm so glad! Thanks so much for sticking with me to the end, Angela!

[@rth5911]

Beautiful work. Love your colours ☺️

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@amethyst80]

Hi Betty, I’ve been following your channel for a while and I just wanted to say thank you for sharing these videos. I’m a beginner artist who’s interested in making abstract art, and being able to watch your process from start to finish is so helpful and inspiring.

[@BettyFranksArt]

You are so welcome! I'm so happy you're enjoying my videos and my process of creating art. I love mark making, so you've come to the right place!

[@amybell8549]

🌼 Thank you for this new video! Looking forward to the next one!

[@BettyFranksArt]

You are so welcome, Amy! Thank so much for watching!

[@stonew1927]

Honestly, I thought this was the ugliest mess I'd ever seen in my life, but somehow it turned out quite beautiful!! Ha ha!! Thanks for creating a metaphor for our lives :)

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you! 😊 Life isn't always pretty!

[@stonew1927]

@@BettyFranksArt Ain't that the troof!!!

[@debis7860]

Love the little chick on the bottom right side. 🌼🐥

[@BettyFranksArt]

I don't see it, but glad you do! Thanks for watching to the end, Deb!

[@DLR122]

🌼 Thanks for sharing! Another beautiful painting!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you so much for hanging out with me to the end!

[@debbiegarland7124]

🌼 beautiful free expressionist work, it’s funny after watching you i tend to paint really fast and have to remind myself that it’s sped up 😂. Merry Christmas to you and your family Betty. I hope the new house is going well. ☀️

[@BettyFranksArt]

Hahaha...yes, you can slow down a little! Thank you, Debbie! Wishing you and yours a beautiful Christmas!

[@maxnme21]

I loved watching this!!! And yes…I happily “stuck it out”! Each layer is beautiful! The finale layers are wonderful! Your style is so relaxing and fun to watch….now I’m going to try! Happy New Year….thank you for all your beautiful creativity and talent! Charlotte Grossarth

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you so much, Charlotte! So glad you enjoyed all the layers! Wishing you lots of creativity and fun in the studio! Happy New Year!

[@lolitawildin6936]

🌼love the colours. Love your work👏

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you so much, Lolita! I appreciate you staying with me through the end!

[@kathleen0823]

I enjoyed this video so much! Listening to you inspired me

[@BettyFranksArt]

I'm so glad! Thanks so much, Kathleen!

[@conniedecarolis3173]

I love this art you are doing here. So nice. Your lighting is perfect.

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you so much, Connie! I'm glad that I was able to make some adjustments while editing the video I appreciate you watching!

[@mattpatterson8240]

🌼 love this one Betty!!! thanks for continuing to share your art with us :)

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thanks so much, Matt! I appreciate you supporting my art!

[@fransimonm.ed.6291]

So happy to see your videos again. Welcome back. More, please. I don't have that emoji, but I watched all the way through, as always! I am always inspired by you.

[@BettyFranksArt]

You're super sweet, Fran! So happy to be back creating videos! Thank you!

[@sonishca1]

🌼 Thank you very much Betty! I really loved your creative paintings and your style! The video is very informative and inspirational! Love the end results ♥️

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you so much, Sonishca!

[@stephanieweldy8911]

🌼🌼🌼🌼 every minute of this was a joy to watch!!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you! So glad you stuck around to the end, Stephanie!

[@allysongeary411]

This was so fun to watch you create! I get so much from your videos in terms of instructional information I can take back to my studio with me. I appreciate the cadence of your instruction! Very easy to watch and listen to!

[@BettyFranksArt]

I'm so glad! Super happy you're enjoying my videos, Allyson!

[@PaulWalesArt]

🌼What a holiday treat! So excited to see a new Betty video appear. Love your narrative - the piece is gorgeous!!!! Happy Holidays.

[@BettyFranksArt]

Super happy you enjoyed it and watched it all the way through! I really appreciate it!

[@joychip5994]

🌼 lovely

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you, Joyce! I appreciate you watching to the end!

[@joychip5994]

@@BettyFranksArt I am going to watch more of your videos I don’t paint but would love to do an abstract. 💝

[@BettyFranksArt]

@@joychip5994 Sounds like fun!

[@amylowell4730]

🌼 lol...if you've managed to stick with this until the very end... You're charming 😃 So interesting to see your process and hear your thoughts throughout makes such a great difference in how I saw the finished piece. Really enjoyed it immensely. Thank you. ✌🤟

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you kindly, Amy! I'm glad you watched the entire video!

[@helensimonsen7707]

Thankyou so much Betty, for all you share with us.

[@BettyFranksArt]

You're very welcome, Helen! Happy to share!

[@nancye7520]

🌼I used to create in acrylics, often very large, but got a job 6 yrs ago that didn’t allow for any time to be creative. About 2 years ago, I was so desperate for a creative outlet I started playing with watercolor. I could pack a little bag with a travel palette, a bottle of water and plastic cup, find a secluded spot on the upper floor of the library and paint at lunch. In July, after 6 years in the job, getting through a power change, the sale of the company and loss of coworkers through layoffs and furloughs in the pandemic, I ‘rage quit’-resigned on a Zoom call, immediately emailed my resignation effective immediately, and have poured myself into painting and illustrating. This is all to say your video has inspired me to pick up acrylics again on a some small (12”x12”) canvases, and carry the fun I found in watercolor back to acrylics. Thank you, Betty, for the inspiration to do it.

[@BettyFranksArt]

Wow, Nancy! I love how you are following your heart and your dreams! I'm so happy that I can offer you some inspiration through my videos. Sending you wishes for a super fun and successful year doing what you love!

[@veriestferrari8476]

🌼! gorgeous work, very inspiring, thank you for sharing 💕

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you so much for watching the entire video!

[@kevinbrookehudson6575]

🌻I don't have the flower emoticon, but did stick around to the end, and subscribed. Love your work. 😊

[@BettyFranksArt]

So cool! Love the sunflower emoticon. Thanks so much for watching to the end, Kevin!

[@paulinemccarthy7258]

The colors are so exciting!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Glad you enjoyed it, Pauline! Thank you so much for watching!

[@danamarie4722]

🌼 I was so excited to see a new video pop up. I just really enjoy watching you paint. All of the juicy texture that comes from all of those layers. Thanks for sharing! Can’t wait for the next one. I hope you have a very Merry Christmas and a safe and healthy new year!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you so much, Dana! Glad you enjoyed this one. Wishing you a wonderful Christmas and all the best in the new year!

[@altra_wav]

I love your work! Very good workflw and the outcome... just awesome🤯

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate you kind comment!

[@2techshop]

Love love your art. Great video!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you very much, Anna! So happy you liked it!

[@suzettperry3423]

🌼 I love your art! Thank you for your generosity in sharing your knowledge and process. You have already inspired me to loosen up my painting.

[@BettyFranksArt]

Wonderful! I love hearing that, Suzett! Keep on creating!

[@ruthkoster4140]

I’m going to start doing what you do when you begin. It looks like fun to just scrolling on before you do the painting.

[@BettyFranksArt]

It's a fun way to loosen up at the beginning!

[@Dean-lj9zr]

I'm just beginning painting and love your style.

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you so much 😀

[@lietteconstant383]

Formidable !!!

[@BettyFranksArt]

I'm not sure I would call it that! Thanks for watching!

[@kr-uh8cu]

🌼thanks for the video - first timer, and really enjoyed it!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Yay! So glad you found my art and my channel, Katherine! Welcome!

[@sharontriola5942]

I really enjoyed this one. I stayed to the end.

[@BettyFranksArt]

Wonderful! I'm so happy you enjoyed it, Sharon! Thanks so much for sticking around to the end!

[@becfowler_creatingaliveness]

🌼 so relaxing to watch you paint (when I feel too tired to paint myself, I love watching someone else do it - so thank you ☺️). I love your process and how the piece turned out.

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you so much, Becky! I'm glad you enjoyed it and stuck around to the end!

[@tatarianrisingtartaria4787]

She is really my Art Angel and she doesn’t even know it- well I suppose know she does. Betty- You have given me the inspiration to allow myself to not only get back into my art- but to do it unapologetically- to make mistakes - to keep working it through until - like the rooms I design- the piece comes together with balance like a beautiful song. Hmmmmmm uh oh - now I am having ideas popping in. Thank you again. Thank you. Namaste.

[@tatarianrisingtartaria4787]

I soooooo agree. Helps me to tune in

[@agneszirini922]

Very nice work !! I also love the sides as much as the work itself !!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Right?! Love the sides, too! Thanks so much!

[@jeansackin853]

🌻Love every minute of this video. My finished product never looks anything like this, but I'm on the road to learning. Those red dots at the end are the jewels in the crown. Thank you.

[@BettyFranksArt]

Awe, thanks so much, Jean! Super happy you enjoyed the video. I hope you have fun in your art journey!

[@wendyireland6034]

Hello Betty . I am so lucky to be able to watch you create all your paintings on my Big T.V. Screen . I have been watching your Videos all weekend . I Love all your Beautiful Paintings . These 10" ones are Divine Gems . Those Colours are to Die For. 😊❤🥰

[@BettyFranksArt]

Awe! Thanks, Wendy! super happy you're enjoying my videos! Thank you so much for watching them!

[@annrubino6252]

Thank you Betty - you've made my day.

[@BettyFranksArt]

Awe...You've made my day just by saying that, Ann!

[@gotjewelry]

🌼 I love those colors and enjoyed getting to watch you paint again. It’s been awhile.

[@BettyFranksArt]

It's been far too long! Happy to be back! Thanks, Lauren! I appreciate you watching the entire video!

[@5paces164]

🌺🌹I couldn't find the exact one, but I did enjoy your painting

[@BettyFranksArt]

Any flower is the perfect flower! Thanks so much for watching until the end!!

[@Anniekelseyty]

Hello friends!!! Remember that you are special, your art means something to someone somewhere. 🤗❤

[@BettyFranksArt]

So true!

[@nurymo-simf9347]

Still here at the end too and thanks!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you for staying with me until the end, Nury! So very much appreciated! Have a great day!

[@sallyhoughton6061]

🌼 Loved watching this one. I just broke my arm on my dominant right side, so my art will take a backseat for awhile. Watching your videos will help me through it! Thanks!

[@BettyFranksArt]

I'm so sorry about your arm, Sally! I hope you recover quickly and can back to doing all the things you love!

[@sallyhoughton6061]

@@BettyFranksArt 🙏❤

[@PaulWalesArt]

So sorry to hear that Sally! One of the mixed media artists I follow is Niamh Baly. She has a number of videos where she shows how she continued to create while dealing with a dominant arm break. Sharing as it might inspire you when you feel the need to create.

[@juless2972]

Love love love, thanks for sharing. 💥

[@BettyFranksArt]

So happy you enjoyed it, Jules! Thank you!

[@beatas_creations8093]

🌼 Love watching you create❤️

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thanks so much! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@prairiemomof2]

I’m so grateful for your videos! 🌼

[@BettyFranksArt]

I'm so glad, Beth! Thank you so much for saying that and for sticking around to the end!

[@teganhoover8333]

🌼 Always love seeing you work, Betty!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thanks so much for watching to the end, Tegan!

[@lindablackerby9819]

🌼love the piece and all for sides!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Aren't the sides yummy! Love painting them. Thanks for watching all the way through, Linda!

[@1angelliccreations]

🌼Love watching you paint Betty!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you for watching to the end, Christine!

[@chimbo63]

🌼loved the layering process

[@BettyFranksArt]

Yay! I have a love for layers! Thanks for sticking around to the end!

[@conniemygatt2790]

absolutely a delight to watch.

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you so much, Connie!

[@stephaniegoodenough3341]

🌼 so fun! I could watch you paint for hours!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you, Stephanie! So happy to hear that! I got lots more videos! 🥰

[@lilischifano2848]

Lovely!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Many thanks, Lili!

[@LisaSt1234]

🌼 love your style. Thank you for walking through this piece

[@BettyFranksArt]

I appreciate you watching to the end, Lisa! Thank you!

[@kellybishop7499]

🌼 just beautiful!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you, Kelly! I appreciate you sticking around to the end!

[@elizabeth_whyte.artist]

🌼 another stunning piece, thank you Betty 🌼💙💜🧡

[@BettyFranksArt]

I'm glad you like it, Liz! Thank you so much for watching the entire video!

[@SweetPieWizard]

Love your videos. Can't wait for more.

[@BettyFranksArt]

More to come! Thank you, Jennifer!

[@josephinejasmine.designs]

Yay so inspiring, thanks so much for sharing 🙏

[@BettyFranksArt]

You are so welcome! Many thanks to you for watching, Josephine!

[@sandicienski4469]

🌼 thank you SO much for sharing your journey in creating these masterpieces!!

[@BettyFranksArt]

You are so welcome, Sandi! I so appreciate you watching the whole video!

[@irenehenjumfineart]

Beautiful color combination! I tried Nova Color paints, I love them.

[@BettyFranksArt]

Fantastic! Super happy that you love your Nova paints! Thanks for watching, Irene!

[@lauriebradley8295]

Another beautiful creation. Thank you for sharing your experiences as you go❤️

[@BettyFranksArt]

My pleasure, Laurie! So glad you enjoyed the video!

[@susanjmc8742]

🌼Love love love this one. So happy and expressive 🎨

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you kindly, Susan! So glad you enjoyed it!

[@robingray2331]

🌼🌼. Fascinating process. Thank you for sharing.

[@BettyFranksArt]

Many thanks, Robin! And, i appreciate you watching the entire video!

[@TinaKeyes]

Flower Loved watching you create this painting!!! 💕

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thanks so much for watching the entire video, Tina!

[@eveeichner3627]

WoW! Loved the transformation! 💕

[@BettyFranksArt]

Yay! Thank you! I appreciate you watching, Eve!

[@lesleycampbell2193]

🌼 loved it all

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thanks so much, Lesley! I appreciate you sticking around to the end!

[@annemcdonald5602]

🌼 Thank you for sharing all of your tips and the products you use!

[@BettyFranksArt]

You are so welcome! I appreciate you hanging out with me to the end, Anne!

[@urszulka1703]

I love your work and the way you talk about it.

[@BettyFranksArt]

Awe....thank you so much!

[@joyceberger5559]

love watching your layers develop and change 🌼 tx

[@BettyFranksArt]

It's always a fun journey for me. Thanks so much, Joyce! And, I appreciate you staying with me to the end!

[@nitafaught-JoyfulheART-]

Bless your heart! This was absolutely amazing! You remain my favorite! ♥️

[@BettyFranksArt]

You're super kind, Nita! So glad you enjoyed it!

[@soniaperez2417]

This is gorgeous! I love abstract art!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you so much!

[@colleensargent7348]

Gorgeous, Betty! Your art makes me so happy!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Yay! Makes me happy to hear that, Colleen!

[@giovannascottart593]

🌼 thanks for sharing Betty

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thanks so much for watching all the way through, Giovanna!

[@andreaberger4286]

🌼just love this!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thanks so much, Andrea!

[@carolynavalos5415]

I finally ordered a bunch of the small NOVA jars! Your videos are always so interesting and informative -- THANKS! 🏵

[@BettyFranksArt]

Yay! Thank you! Enjoy your new paints, Carolyn!

[@carolbicknell9603]

🌼Love the colors and techniques you use.

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you so much, Carol! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@lornakeen8462]

🌼 A beautiful composition! Thank you

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thanks so much for watching this video, Lorna!

[@janetpaul7357]

I love this one!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thanks so much, Janet!

[@barbarascott1233]

Perfect timing! Thanks so much I love your work and the instruction. 1🧡

[@BettyFranksArt]

Yay! Thanks so much, Barbara!

[@erikaebel4885]

Hi, all these layers, just beautiful. I also love the sides. I like the colors of this wood panel very much.♡☆

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thanks so much, Erika! I love the sides of it, too!

[@EarthlyJoys-LMG]

🌼 beautiful!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thanks so much for hanging with me to the end, Laura!

[@maxthemouse1]

🌼 lovely piece 🎉

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you! 😊

[@karenkernell9405]

Awesome Betty!! Just lovely!! Thanks for taking the time and effort to make these videos, it’s truly appreciated!

[@BettyFranksArt]

You are so welcome, Karen! I'm so happy that you're enjoying them!

[@barbarageis1728]

Love it! So beautiful and colorful.

[@BettyFranksArt]

Many thanks, Barbara!

[@maureenpurdue5987]

🌼 Beautiful! Loving your colour choice!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Glad you like it!

[@jeanjolly5267]

Love it - thank u for letting us watch!🌸

[@BettyFranksArt]

I appreciate you watching to the end, Jean!

[@kristinkaelin1157]

🌼 Love your work! Merry Christmas 🎄

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thanks for watching to the end, Kristin! Merry Christmas!

[@sherylfranklin8088]

Lovely lovely work…thank you for sharing🌼

[@BettyFranksArt]

Many thanks for watching to the very end, Sheryl!

[@sofiamorales-perez5393]

Love it!! Very lively and refreshing!!🌻

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thanks so much, Sofia! I appreciate you watching to the end!

[@gailflynn443]

So much fun watching you play. Here’s to 2022!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you, Gail! Wishing you a wonderful new year!

[@moshirley2414]

Fascinating!!! 🌼

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thanks for watching!

[@user-ez7ui1lv2y]

Absolutely love your work. Thank you for sharing your talent 😊

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thanks for watching!

[@basema187]

Thanks for this inspiring video. I love watching your process.

[@BettyFranksArt]

You are so welcome! Thank you so much!

[@loripalladino4964]

🌼 Beautiful!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thanks so much, Lori! I appreciate you sticking around until the end!