How to Create Abstract Art | In the Studio with Steven Sabados | CBC Life

[@likesunflowers]

When he said "with abstract, there's nothing intentional about it," I almost choked on my soda

[@bcr8tive2]

Right? lol

[@styrofoamx229]

Loool

[@laxmisherpa2998]

That is what abstract is full of feeling but nothing on intention

[@AnneGoggansQHHT]

But it can have intention

[@NevTheDeranged]

having watched this after about five BBC documentaries on the history of abstract art, I was also aghast. Abstract does *not* mean random. This is a neat, if expensive, craft project, not abstract art.

[@MotherMagenta]

If it comes from the heart, then it is art

[@christinegreywolf]

What a fun project piece and a heck of a nice guy.... but as myself a professional painter who started in realistic painting and then moved over to creating abstract paintings too.... I will state honestly that a quality abstract painting takes a heck of a lot of thought and time to get it where it looks and feels right. I also kept wanting to tell him, "rule of thirds", lol.

[@robertstotesbury8005]

Good abstract is most definitely intentional.

[@virgogaming6488]

Indeed, it requires a good composition and color choice.

[@amoreterno001]

Kind of art attack tv show about “abstract painting “ . For my opinion this is a kind of graphic design category

[@off.beat.trader]

Uses a ton of paint ($$$$) and then covers everything in white!! (my heart is bleeding!) Plus I feel sooo friggin broke now! 😭

[@aubreylafrance5035]

Exactly

[@jenniferchevez2380]

Well The Basics isn't too expensive. But it still seems a waste just putting white on top.

[@petichoir]

We could just color where the words are

[@sarahvasquez6494]

so worth it though.

[@thebirds2406]

Indeed! 😆 But look ar his studio, he is a Rich Artist

[@brianlavigne596]

I loved it up until the white spray paint. I really like the idea of the plastic with the rolling pin technique.

[@hogwashmcturnip8930]

Me too. Then the letters and worse still, the white paint just ruined it for me Sometimes Less id More

[@TheScottParadox]

If he went left to right with the white gradient and stopped at the end of the letters, it would of shown the letters how he wanted PLUS the entire right side would have been left alone. Would've looked amazing.

[@vickiescallan5651]

You covered all that abstract art that was so cool with the white. Bummer!

[@SinewMinew]

As an artist, I just want to cry for so many reasons after watching this tutorial....

[@sternits]

It feels like a craft project

[@georgia1986]

why?

[@frododragons7389]

It’s because he’s treating like a cooking tutorial...

[@mariad3030]

No words, there is nothing intentional about abstract? Years of studies prove the contrary, he needs to learn when he’s not just messing up boards. I can’t even finish watching

[@robertstotesbury8005]

@@mariad3030 right

[@TsetsiStoyanova]

He created a beautiful piece, then ruined it with spray paint!

[@janwillerton3482]

Ya. I really like it before the white spray paint!

[@karolsorrell827]

I really liked it before the white spray paint too. I wish he would have put the letters down first and then they would have been white against the colorful background.

[@imamhusaingoa]

I think he was ruining it all the way he was doing it,

[@erikabrown824]

I liked it before the white paint too.

[@sandriner.7387]

Tsetsi Exactly it’s what I also wrote, it’ s a pity to spoil all this painting to revover with white😕

[@nrgisameer1473]

Sooooo wonderful, i like it a lot, Mr. Steven u said that Abstract is a paint without intention, is also putting color without intention, i mean shall i follow a certain way or rule in coloring like white beside black or .... !!! Thank's again.

[@johnbouttell5827]

This is the cleanest studio I have ever seen

[@drinkmoreoj]

how can you paint abstract with such a neat n tidy studio!

[@pirulin213]

did you guys noticed the emotion yall felt when he “ruined” the piece? that is what art and the process of art is about its not just what you see but the emotion you felt and feel while doing it

[@kimorox813]

...thats aint it dude

[@mrJohnDesiderio]

Good abstract art is very intentional

[@clintontbell]

Exactly! In just the way this pathetic, cynical load of tripe is not deliberate

[@NormYip]

Agree with you. It is not easy to create good abstract art, in the same way and spirit of people like Jackson Pollock, who really thought about what art was and of process. This guy just kinda slapped things around, and it looks like it in the end.

[@clintontbell]

@@NormYip Indeed. Literally, a blind robot could have done what that guy in the video does! It is one thing making random marks but discerning which ones are good or not is the crucial part.

[@CotySchwabe]

What an interesting technique. I think this would be a fun project to do with my kids.

[@jessicacloud5387]

I don't understand. He was so careful about the colors and not leaving empty spots and pointing out how two colors made green, so he balanced it out by putting more green....Then he painted white all over everything???

[@dede4004]

Agreed. He ruined all the beautiful work he just DID!

[@AnneGoggansQHHT]

I knew he was catering to trend when he said that lettering was in right now 🙄

[@nrgisameer1473]

Color balance is my obstacle, any advise 4 me! , thanks

[@shirleylaporte4216]

Stunning !!!!!

[@sadaqataliminhas]

You covered a beautiful painting with opaque white paint.

[@marilynmarilyn7304]

Das ist so schön danke für das zeigen

[@PrimalCircus]

His audience are the people who hang the word “DREAM” above their bed and “FOOD” in their kitchen.

[@donaldkoester9096]

As an artist having worked in many forms, I STILL DO NOT COMPREHEND how doing a cool abstract painting is enhanced by big black letters stating a theory and obstructing there view to...AN ABSTRACT PAINTING!!! CRAZY STUFF!

[@anummaha9075]

Wow so beautiful

[@1stcas]

Oh c'mon people, he is giving a demonstration about reaching a particular effect. As artists we would take the technique and adapt it to our own ideas. There is no need for derogatory or cruel commenting

[@marcopolo2375]

I know. Artists have never been mean. The art world is a supportive and safe place, full of comforting words. Criticism should never be critical.

[@angelcarriazo127]

Ángel

[@charlieabarca2032]

I agree👍

[@indotheartist168]

innovative to use the plastic - "Absolute Vodka" - in type would look on point. Great work!

[@VfletchS]

The title is "How to Create Abstract Art", which is a pretty ambitious already. But the result just isn't compelling or the least bit interesting. Like others have already stated, covering all that paint with white ruined it. I thought he was going to dab it with a plastic bag or newspaper, like spray paint artists do. Nope, just covered it all up with white.

[@steeeez77]

Love the rolling pin technique.Im going to have to give it a try...All the ideas running in my head now 😱. Thanks for sharing. A artist can always learn from another artist.. 😉

[@possumbold]

Wutsinyourcup you can use a blown up ziplock bag or a freezer bag to get a similar effect on a smaller canvas. You don’t press as hard but it moves a little on the paint. Check acrylic pouring with Fiona on KZbin. She has technique and makes gorgeous 3 -D flowers that way.

[@shelleylong7199]

I loved the rolling pin idea but you lost me when you covered it up with the white spray paint. Got it though and will give it a try.

[@CoxJoxSox]

This is everything wrong with what some people think abstract art is

[@halimabenmerikhi2430]

No art is creativitie

[@TheErlinda2009]

Any person or a child can do this. This is not the type that you can called an "artist!"

[@mindydiaz9015]

I love it 🤷‍♀️

[@bebehorton6684]

I can’t believe you were spray painting in your cute, new looking jeans! Fun project. I’d probably want more of the painting to show but hey it’s cool! Thanks!

[@sylvialin6453]

Wht a timing. For days ive been thinking of doing an abstract art n here comes ur painting. Thank you for the great easy idea. Also all paint in the big bowl. Doing this now. Thanks again Update same day Turns out very well. Happy with my 1st try

[@wendyjensenmusic]

Wow. I never thought to use a rolling pin. Wish I had a garage to work in!

[@viridiananavarro8871]

Such a cool idea. Definitely going to try this.

[@ellesnyder942]

It was perfect at 7:34.

[@buttonbeargrandma7259]

First time I ever seen this done. I would like to know, is can you use a clear varnish instead of the white. Because I really like the colors and how to letters ca out

[@gailchypyha2781]

I love it both ways...with the white and with the vibrant colors!! Lovely work!!

[@Shankabottomus]

"Call a museum and sell it." Hahaha good one.

[@msannthrope1863]

Five words come to mind, and I’m glad I’m not the only one who feels this way: Change Hands at a Hundred.

[@dreamereagles8987]

Ever since I was a little girl I wanted to paint, become an artist, but I always put my dreams aside. Watching this video reminded me of my dream. You have opened my mind again! I can’t wait to start creating art! Thank you! You have given me plenty of ideas to start!

[@davidstroker8042]

I started painting after I turned 50.

[@KS-wr4vv]

Cool technique with the rolling pin and masking for lettering. Although the end result is personally not my style it’s still cool. I can see utilizing these 2 techniques in my own artwork. I’ve often wanted to use topography in my art what a great way to do this! Thanks for sharing!

[@richardmarkiewicz1815]

beautiful!

[@Israamro]

Loooveee this

[@digitalbrushcanvas8412]

excellent idea ....good technique.

[@ziadsaleh1418]

Wow... that is great

[@shirin8390]

Thank you,I really enjoyed watching your very Unique Art..🌹🌹

[@ameliaqu3691]

ABSTRACT IS AN IDEA. Love it, Thank you.

[@mommashawna707]

I have done this with my nails! With 2 colors and a white and when you put a clear gloss over, it’s CrAzY beautiful!

[@sharongibson3673]

I which you had put the word art in also .Abstract is an art idea .Thank you for sharing

[@ReviewsAndMore9]

Interesting concept and technique.

[@Pocketsnuggies]

Do you recommend a certain kind of acrylic paint? Thanks. Will try this! So cool!

[@susankelley8969]

To save time, money, energy just start painting canvous WHITE. And be done with it. Jeeeez

[@martinhasson4942]

This is a great idea!

[@montanacrosses]

I liked the technique, but so much of the beautiful color was lost. Everyone has their own ideas of beauty. Thanks for the technique lesson. I miss the bright, bold colors that you had in the beginning!

[@midnitemoon577]

Same. I was a bit crushed when he sprayed so much white over the beautiful colors. 😢

[@jennifergaribnov1150]

Wow love it

[@pied-piper-recording3646]

Wow, what a great idea, thanks!

[@elvarorri8398]

This was just offensive to actual good abstract art......

[@santapho]

i salut a good observer. cheers.

[@goldmoonxx]

I’m a walking contradiction, so this type of abstract speaks to me like no other. I want to be vivid and minimalistic all at the same time. It’s sort of rebellious- I love it

[@carolynnalvarez7032]

You just put into words my art style completely!!! Vivid, meaning I want it bold and making an impact. But minimal, meaning refined and almost not enough. Lol idk, but thanks babe!

[@olitonottero7620]

love it

[@shateiyacriger7651]

All the white made me so sad because it was so beautiful before :( he should have started with the white spray paint, then the letters and lastly the paint smearing. So in the end the letters would be just white and all the beautiful color would still be seen. You are so talented and I love your work, and thank you for the video! It's just the white that threw it off a bit in my opinion :(

[@jessicacloud5387]

Yes. Spray the white where the letters would be. Put the letters on. THEN DO THE COLORS

[@abbystevens5693]

And him saying you could sell it to a museum??? hahahaha lol nope! Museums and artbuyers will want art not a matching colors on canvas for your couch..... Please learn forst to make art and how to express inspiration and emotions..visions stories etc...no Museum will buy from unknown people wanting to sell their paint on canvas that never ever started with inspiration and just has paint on it....

[@yasmineirani8528]

thats exactly wat i was thinking!

[@rickw7903]

I dont think it was his art. I think they gave him the msterial and directions but he screwed it up.

[@HarmeetSingh-tc1bx]

Shaieiya : thats a good suggestion , even the final product broke my heart

[@olgagr7136]

Thank you for sharing ! You're really a hard worker !

[@erikabrown824]

I liked the idea of using a rolling pin and the plastic. The colors were also so beautiful. I didn’t like the white spray paint though.If I was to use this technique, I’d dry pounce over the letters like a stencil.

[@ALMUSLEMEENWALMUSLIMATH]

It is amazing , fabulous , outstanding ....

[@gailchypyha2781]

I used to do that to my bathroom walls. It was called Smooshing bzck then!! I am goi g to try the rolling pin...it looks beautifu!! You are amazing. Love your work...you have inspired me. Thank you!!💞🐕

[@nailwalex5228]

Thank you for showing the tutorial🙏❤ from 🇮🇩

[@msdressageistodance]

Very interesting and nice effects. Thanks for posting.

[@elainelogan2023]

ROLLING PIN WAS AWESOME!

[@karmacouture6212]

Love it....I must try this. You are so talented

[@gailchypyha2781]

What type of paint do you use? I am just starting? Thank you.

[@verolopez9861]

Sólo usé el huslero para amasar !¡! Que maravilloso!

[@lt.ripley1590]

Thanks for sharing with us. I liked it and appreciate your art. Well done and keep up the GOOD work.

[@chrysigabriel543]

Thats so much paint the broke artist in me is screaming

[@meadowsasmr600]

Cut your acrylics with elmers glue all ($13 a gallon) 1:1 ration and thin slightly with water. Or use Flotreol ($19 a gallon) 1:1 ratio as well and thinned to desired consistency with water. You'll get WAY more bang for ur buck. Keep in mind the glue all DOES lighten the shade of your color but that's easily remedied by a few drops of a darker paint

[@joyjo2031]

@@meadowsasmr600 does this really work? I am going to look into this

[@fridakalota370]

I said the same

[@possumbold]

joy gonzalez it will work. You use one part paint to 2 parts Floetrol. Look at acrylic pouring on KZbin.

[@judithompson3243]

@@meadowsasmr600 you can get clear Elmer's now.

[@paulbell4845]

Nice piece.

[@carolvasenko3438]

I thought it was a fine technique lesson. Never thought of covering a base painting and rolling it out. I don't work big, but he gave me some ideas, and that's what teachers are supposed to do.

[@mandamorris7934]

Steven, I have been watching you for years and years... You never fail to amaze me.... Thank you for doing what you do!!

[@romanowskiart]

Yes real fun...

[@SangiovanniOmar]

Cool work

[@Zahramasseyart]

This is graphic person's interpretation of abstract art

[@psgouros]

Zahra Massey well, a decorator’s anyway...

[@TheTopaz60]

yup exactly.....

[@marcopolo2375]

Thank you for putting that into words. I have often wondered about these videos that create something "purdy" to go with your couch but have little to do with the act of creation. I guess I shouldn't be looking to KZbin to help me understand.

[@song4night]

you want banana?

[@v10moped]

yeah, it look more like topography graphic designer approach.

[@sarahvasquez6494]

I love how excited abstract artists get. The little kid always comes out... Beautiful work! Thanks for sharing!

[@UConceptPublishing]

the technique is good but so much white just ruined the piece

[@irfanhanief1147]

Janet Garcia yeah I agree...... He could have done reverse. Texture instead of white and letters white

[@crochethappy3786]

Yes, makes no sense

[@marcosg9736]

I agree

[@vasantajoba9647]

Janet Garcia --- I too think the same --- the spray of white colour is too much

[@CotySchwabe]

Agreed. The white undoes all the work he put into it. If he had done the letters first, then the colors, I think it would have been a much color look. But interesting techique though.

[@PastorKeithAlchin]

Loved this thank you for the demo.

[@ADovico1990]

I like this very much

[@michaeljohn2029]

I loved the video.. Its actually given me confindence to try something which i was a bit puzzled about.. Theres alot of good comments on here and also bad, but to me he achieved his goal of showing a simple idea which is in fact really effective, although i do agree with the white comments, i liked the colour more...Someone says down in the comments, " Whats the intention " , well he told you..He was using up old colours he had lying around, haha.. Surely thats what Art is about, it creates a stimulous which in turn makes us comment and pass judgement, whether good or bad..It creates conversation and provokes our thoughts and feelings, and im pretty sure he has achived this by looking at the comments he has recieved.. Well done and keep up the good work.

[@netsaosa4973]

looks cool

[@GlowofaGhost]

Great project!

[@NeilSmithArt]

It's all about the Typography. Well done! Thanks Neil ;)

[@lauragreggain7767]

Fun technique, thanks

[@madhusudanshah6972]

I am learning various styles, I liked this technique . The method seemed quite simple. Thanks for demonstration.

[@khagatv]

Hi sir, u used acrylic or oil paint?

[@elizabethconnor4545]

Fun, did you put white all over first or just put the paints straight on?

[@cartonangela]

loved the first part.

[@RenaGoss]

thats so amazing

[@mohamedakram-sd4kv]

Great idea

[@normanlove222]

Merci! You inspire me.

[@reginahigginbotham2777]

Love the abstract look without the lettering. Inknow its a personal preference but cool idea. Thanks for sharing!

[@seescafedeu]

Super. Thank you.

[@lyricjacovi3415]

Super cool

[@suzannedesylva3805]

really enjoyed the video

[@Osiwan960]

makes beautiful piece, covers 90% of it in white....makes sense.

[@debbieg8260]

thats what I thought - he worked so hard on adding colors and then covered it all.

[@fuckcensorship8809]

That’s what makes it abstract

[@liamc1102]

Not suppose to make sense, that's the point ;)

[@maywong5202]

What are you doing you ruin it

[@thea3ap]

Very interesting till he stuck those letters. I was excited and was looking forward to some thing like akin rolling pin . But got hugely disappointed with such heavy white spray all over.

[@Gigiridgway]

I love it

[@lisahodson6771]

Art is good when it provokes emotion and looking at the comments it's certainly done that!! It's an idea/technique that can be used in many ways - great demo!

[@DavidOwenCreates]

Am I the only one who got excited when he got down on his hands and knees? 😀

[@Melanieeable]

Fantastic technique, I'll try it on a smaller scale, but skip the white spray element ... thank you for the inspiration.

[@beatricekinsey7507]

What kind of spray paint did you use?