Colorful Abstract Art for a Local Client | Abstract Painting | Mixed Media

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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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[@elizabethbeter1106]

I love every painting you do! Have you ever done anything that was not sellable or you just hated? I can’t imagine that you have! Even watching your videos, it never ends up like I thought it would. I love your work and admire your talent!

[@BettyFranksArt]

You're super kind, Elizabeth! Yes, I have pieces that don't work out. Sometimes I got back into them. Sometimes I just throw them away. No need to have a constant reminder that it didn't work out! 🤣

[@annrubino6252]

What a Trooper you are, Betty. This has got to be the most challenging thing an artist can do and you compound that with sharing the entire process with us - Brava! I love the effect of transferring the painted marks onto the surface. It is just the right effect of loose, blurry and enticing the eye. Another terrific painting.

[@BettyFranksArt]

I love using that technique! I'm surprised I don't do it more often! Thanks so much for watching, Ann!

[@ulrikeselleckart]

Wonderful again, dear Betty, thank you. Yes, love that lower left corner the most, too!

[@BettyFranksArt]

So much fun stuff happening in that corner! Thanks for being here, Ulrike!

[@juliebradshaw3496]

Reallly love this one Betty. Thanks for showing us how it looks in the room. Fantastic!!

[@BettyFranksArt]

It's always great seeing where my art lives! Thanks, Julie!

[@susandemamiel5412]

Oh, Betty! This is the first painting I’ve ever seen that I’d swear was a collage until seen up close! I haven’t seen all your work, of course, but so far it’s my favorite!! Love how the layers are visible in places and the splatters are just delightful and add to the joyousness. I think that’s what has stood out to me in your work, which I want most for my own to express-such JOY!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Welcome to my channel and art, Susan! Glad you're here! I, too, love expressing joy through my art. I hope you get a chance to check out my other videos. Have fun creating!

[@LMAbstractArt]

I always look forward to your videos and watching your creative process. They are so calming and also leave me inspired. Thank you 💜

[@BettyFranksArt]

Awe...You're super sweet! Glad you're enjoying my videos! Thank you!

[@meredith7236]

Wow 3 pieces he is really in love with your work.. ofcourse he is🎉🎉

[@BettyFranksArt]

Yes! So grateful that he loves my style of art!

[@sharonjohnson4869]

Love this. Just bought more nova color paints. Not the Betty Bundle, but i did reference you. Thanks for sharing your gift❤

[@BettyFranksArt]

Awesome! Thank you! Enjoy your paints!

[@trishmcclelland7477]

Hello Betty. Its a great experience to watch you create your art piece's. That last painting looked fabulose on the white mantelpiece. Thank you Betty . I love your videos Trish ❤.. Australia

[@BettyFranksArt]

Hi Trish! Thanks so much for watching from Australia!

[@kelechim-8406]

Beautiful! I also loved seeing your studio. I was so happy to come home and see you has posted another video. ❤️

[@BettyFranksArt]

Yay! So glad you enjoyed this one!

[@astridglodek3099]

Yes Betty it does look fantastic on his fireplace mantle!💕

[@BettyFranksArt]

Awe...thanks! I think so, too! 🥰

[@beckyb7923]

Beautiful! And look at the pretty 'frame' on you wall plastic from the over-paints. Love it, too!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Right?! I love seeing that, too! Thanks, Becky!

[@lisawade399]

Bloom. Thank you❤

[@BettyFranksArt]

Here's the link to Andrea and I talking art: kzbin.infoUFAIbkAiMoE?si=x_3MMf38yftAwPYQ Hope you enjoy watching! 🥰

[@leanneward5244]

Just gorgeous creation 🥰👍

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you so much, Leanne!

[@himmo5]

Completely enjoy your creations. I came across this one at the right time about creating to sell. I want to start selling and creating. I will continue to follow. I love how your work comes out. Your process and tips are very helpful. I love your studio.

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thanks so much for watching this video! It's one of my older ones. Check out some of my more current videos. Thank you!

[@zuzanamaninkova9310]

Milá Betty. Aké krásne sú tieto veľké obrazy v bielom interiéry. Blahoželám. 😊❤

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you kindly, Susy!

[@SoniaRobb-yw9km]

Beautiful Betty.. Love watching your videos. Bloom Please ❤

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thanks, Sonia! Here's the link to my interview with Andrea Garvey: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i3ekepWhds6Apac Hope you enjoy watching! 🧡

[@carlarijff5177]

A beauty, love it ❤

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you, Carla!

[@normaharrison39]

Nova Paints and Bloom Love your art!❤

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thanks, Norma!! Here's the link to Betty's Bundle: www.bettyfranksart.com/favorite-nova-color-paints Here's the link to my interview with Andrea Garvey: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i3ekepWhds6Apac Hope you enjoy watching! 🧡

[@AlejandraGonzález-d1s]

I love your paintings

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thanks so much, Alejandra!

[@loripalladino4964]

Beautiful, Betty! Love the close up shots at the end💙

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you so much, Lori! I appreciate you watching!

[@nancygorman]

Thank you Thank you!!! Wonderful

[@BettyFranksArt]

You are so welcome, Nancy! Thanks for being here!

[@artmix700]

Bloom please🙏 Love watching how you work to bring your pieces to life😍

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thanks so much! Here's the link to my interview with Andrea Garvey: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i3ekepWhds6Apac Hope you enjoy watching! 🧡

[@artmix700]

@@BettyFranksArt Thank you💛

[@andrewwatts2695]

Amazing as usual ❤

[@BettyFranksArt]

You're the best! Thanks, Andrew!

[@michellehobbs4377]

Gorgeous and so inspiring!!!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you so much, Michelle!

[@sjhock]

Learn. Thank you.

[@BettyFranksArt]

Hi Suzan! Here's the link to my online course: bettyfranksart.thinkific.com/courses/fields-of-flowers-an-abstract-art-painting-course Hope to see you in the course! 🥰

[@sjhock]

@@BettyFranksArt Thank you.

[@vickigarrett2285]

BLOOM

[@BettyFranksArt]

Here's the link to my interview with Andrea Garvey: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i3ekepWhds6Apac Hope you enjoy watching! 🧡

[@pamabrams-warnick6252]

Bloom

[@BettyFranksArt]

Here's the link to my interview with Andrea Garvey: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i3ekepWhds6Apac Hope you enjoy watching! 🧡

[@reneekanowitz1731]

Bloom Plz & thanks. Betty loving the build up & watching it come your way life 🖌️📝💚💙🩵🩷

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thanks so much, Renee! Here's the link to my interview with Andrea Garvey: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i3ekepWhds6Apac Hope you enjoy watching! 🧡

[@normaharrison39]

Thanks!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Oh, wow!! You're so fantastic, Norma!! THANK YOU for your support!! 🥰🩷

[@nicoleittah605]

Beautifull

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thanks so much, Nicole! I appreciate you being here!

[@whyducks1]

Always a joy to see you paint, thank you.

[@BettyFranksArt]

You are super kind! Thank you!

[@rankinstudios5342]

Love this!!! ~Terri 😊

[@BettyFranksArt]

Yay! Thank you, Terri!

[@lorenalacayo1809]

Magic

[@BettyFranksArt]

Here's the link to my mini course: bettyfranksart.thinkific.com/courses/mini-magic-concertina-art-journal Hope to see you in the course! 🩵

[@janinasakharnykh1278]

I like it.

[@BettyFranksArt]

Wonderful! Thanks so much, Janina!

[@patricesena9681]

so Love watching you paint, thank you for all your shares. I've been usingNova colors for eons, I loved driving over to the alley where they are!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Lucky you to live so close to them! Yay!

[@pamabrams-warnick6252]

Commissions are a struggle I try to do two at once and one is always overworked

[@BettyFranksArt]

That's frustrating! Sounds like you need to have a spare piece on the side to overwork! When I was working on two large pieces (commission), I off loaded my brush and extra paint onto a canvas. That one turned out awesome!! And it's now living in Canada! Wish all of them worked out like that!

[@alvevandenbremen4569]

Very pretty!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you! 😊

[@Kathy-eu6og]

Nova paints Betty’s bundle

[@BettyFranksArt]

Here's the link to Betty's Bundle: www.bettyfranksart.com/favorite-nova-color-paints Thank you for asking! 💛

[@joycemarcus3430]

10 and bloom! Thanks for sharing!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Hi Joyce! Here's the link to my interview with Andrea Garvey: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i3ekepWhds6Apac Hope you enjoy watching! 🧡 And, here's the video for the 10-minute art challenge: kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3TZp4GCrNGgn5o 🤩

[@veritas6335]

Bloom

[@BettyFranksArt]

Here's the link to my interview with Andrea Garvey: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i3ekepWhds6Apac Hope you enjoy watching! 🧡

[@SilasBeau123]

Beautiful artist! Bloom

[@BettyFranksArt]

Many thanks, Kay! Here's the link to my interview with Andrea Garvey: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i3ekepWhds6Apac Hope you enjoy watching! 🧡

[@pennyrollitt2032]

Loving this process and colors

[@BettyFranksArt]

Yay! Thanks so much, Penny!

[@SusanCarbin-Hardee]

Perhaps you have answered this question many times, but I am wondering about why you use a very small brush on a larger painting? Thank you!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Hi Susan! Great question! I used a variety of different sized brushes so that I can have a variety of different sized marks. I don't want all my marks to be the same size. Thanks so much for watching!

[@patriciasprenger1500]

Nova paints. Betty bundle.

[@BettyFranksArt]

Here's the link to Betty's Bundle: www.bettyfranksart.com/favorite-nova-color-paints Thank you for asking! 💙

[@RobinBowers-dx3xv]

LOVE THIS Betty!!!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thanks so much, Robin! Much appreciated!

[@melissaeller7029]

❤❤❤

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you so much for watching, Melissa!

[@allisoncohen337]

bloom

[@BettyFranksArt]

Here's the link to my interview with Andrea Garvey: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i3ekepWhds6Apac Hope you enjoy watching! 🧡

[@melaniebettridge8943]

Ten 🌈💐 Bloom

[@BettyFranksArt]

Great! Here's the video for the 10-minute art challenge: kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3TZp4GCrNGgn5o Here's the link to my interview with Andrea Garvey: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i3ekepWhds6Apac Hope you enjoy watching! 🧡

[@kolitiokada9825]

Hey Betty! Wonderful following your colorful painting process to completion with placement on site! Was the inspo pic a piece that you had also painted?

[@BettyFranksArt]

Yes it was! I was a piece that I had to turn sideways! That also presented a little bit of a challenge for me! Thanks so much for being here!

[@terrivannood145]

bloom

[@BettyFranksArt]

Here's the link to Andrea and I talking art: kzbin.infoUFAIbkAiMoE?si=x_3MMf38yftAwPYQ Hope you enjoy watching! 🥰

[@ArtDreamPainting]

Amazing 😻

[@BettyFranksArt]

You're very kind! Thank you!

[@veritas6335]

Blue is very difficult to use without bringing down a painting in feeling - it will always depress if not overwhelm the painting unless one goes to a lavender-blue or the aquas or turquoises. Straight blue is a dreary color and tends to be a depressing color. It must be counteracted with a LOT of lime greens, chartreuses, corals and peaches or whites or it will depress an entire painting. Better once lightened here, but still too much of it in this painting, I fear.

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thankfully, the client absolutely loves his painting!

[@user-rx8vd7tj5g]

Nova colors

[@BettyFranksArt]

Here's the link to Betty's Bundle: www.bettyfranksart.com/favorite-nova-color-paints Thank you for asking! 💛

[@tribalbabymum]

Perhaps a strategy is to have 'Commissioners" who have first pick of a series, so you are creating anyway and as their name comes to the top of the list, they get to pick.

[@BettyFranksArt]

That's a cool idea! Thanks for sharing!

[@melissastaehle8638]

Bloom, ten

[@BettyFranksArt]

Here's the link to my interview with Andrea Garvey: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i3ekepWhds6Apac Here's the 10 minute challenge: kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3TZp4GCrNGgn5o Hope you enjoy watching! 🧡

[@patriciasprenger1500]

Blossoms

[@BettyFranksArt]

Here's the link to Andrea and I talking art: kzbin.infoUFAIbkAiMoE?si=x_3MMf38yftAwPYQ Hope you enjoy watching! 🥰

[@patriciasprenger1500]

@@BettyFranksArt loved the video. Both of u ladies r so sweet

[@patriciasprenger1500]

I am an artist and you’re right it’s hard to have people in your life that you can talk to about art or share your paintings and I don’t know how to get started with that. Can you give me some ideas please

[@BettyFranksArt]

@@patriciasprenger1500 Thanks, Patricia!

[@BettyFranksArt]

@patriciasprenger1500 Totally understand! Try going to local art gallery opening. There are usually many artists attending...especially group shows. Also, you can sign up for a local art class. I hope that helps!

[@asham2467]

Beautiful work Betsy! Can you suggest the camera and lighting you use to film your process? Thanks!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thanks so much, Asha! Here's a link to my Amazon shop: www.amazon.com/shop/betty.franks.art You'll find it under Photography and Video Recording. Thank you!

[@alisonking8744]

Energy

[@BettyFranksArt]

Here's the link to the free guide: www.bettyfranksart.com/guide-to-enhancing-your-abstract-art I hope it helps your creative process! 💚

[@cinnamongypsea]

What a fun piece. 🎉 Do you seal your pieces to protect ?

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thanks! Here's a link to a video on how I varnish my artwork: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mIekdJqIlsllh80 Hope you find it helpful! 💜

[@cinnamongypsea]

@@BettyFranksArt Thankyou I did try to find one 😊🙏🏻🌸

[@BettyFranksArt]

You are super kind! Thank you!

[@marianburns7474]

Thanks for sharing. This was wonderful! Question, did you add water to the nova color paints to put in the squirt bottles?

[@BettyFranksArt]

Hi Marian! The squirt bottles (called FIFO and on my favorite art supplies list under Amazon: www.bettyfranksart.com/my-favorite-art-supplies) are so perfect for Nova Color Paints. I don't add any water. Their paints have the perfect consistency for these bottles. Need to buy more of them!

[@sandrarice3519]

Ten 10

[@BettyFranksArt]

Great! Here's the video for the 10-minute art challenge: kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3TZp4GCrNGgn5o Have fun creating! 🤩

[@sandrarice3519]

NOVA

[@BettyFranksArt]

Here's the link to Betty's Bundle: www.bettyfranksart.com/favorite-nova-color-paints Thank you for asking! 💛

[@mwcau]

what type of tape are you using to hold the plastic on the wall? i've been finding that my plastic keeps falling

[@BettyFranksArt]

In the past, I have used blue tape. However, when I moved my studio and removed the tape, it took off some of the drywall. No fun! So this time I put tape along the edges of my plastic and then used push pins to secure it to the wall. It's much easier to fill tiny holes than fixing drywall!

[@mwcau]

@@BettyFranksArt amazing! thanks so much. love your videos!!!!

[@BettyFranksArt]

@@mwcau 🫶🩵🫶

[@dagmarmarshall8899]

👏👏👏👏Wonderful!!!!

[@angelaleachman7236]

10

[@BettyFranksArt]

Great! Here's the video for the 10-minute art challenge: kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3TZp4GCrNGgn5o Have fun creating! 🤩

[@pennyrollitt2032]

Betty I’m not seeing your super thanks button

[@BettyFranksArt]

Hi Penny! If you're on your computer, it's located under the video (you may need to click on the 3 dots). If you're on your phone, it's under the video on the same line as the thumbs up. Thank you for asking!

[@PetaWilliams-d3g]

Hi hon

[@BettyFranksArt]

Hello Peta!

[@lorenalacayo1809]

Learn

[@BettyFranksArt]

Here's the link to my online course: bettyfranksart.thinkific.com/courses/fields-of-flowers-an-abstract-art-painting-course Hope to see you in the course! 🥰

[@BUY_YOUTUB_VIEWS.800]

A well-deserved thumbs up for you!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thx!

[@angelaleachman7236]

BLOOM

[@BettyFranksArt]

Here's the link to my interview with Andrea Garvey: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i3ekepWhds6Apac Hope you enjoy watching! 🧡

[@nitawray1125]

Thanks!

[@BettyFranksArt]

You're the best, Nita! I really appreciate your support of my art and videos! Thank you!! 🥰

[@user-rx8vd7tj5g]

Bloom

[@BettyFranksArt]

Here's the link to my interview with Andrea Garvey: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i3ekepWhds6Apac Hope you enjoy watching! 🧡

[@carenkatzenberger6313]

Bloom

[@BettyFranksArt]

Here's the link to my interview with Andrea Garvey: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i3ekepWhds6Apac Hope you enjoy watching! 🧡

[@patricesena9681]

bloom

[@BettyFranksArt]

Here's the link to my interview with Andrea Garvey: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i3ekepWhds6Apac Hope you enjoy watching! 🧡

[@nicoleittah605]

Bloom

[@BettyFranksArt]

Here's the link to my interview with Andrea Garvey: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i3ekepWhds6Apac Hope you enjoy watching! 🧡

[@asham2467]

Bloom

[@BettyFranksArt]

Here's the link to my interview with Andrea Garvey: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i3ekepWhds6Apac Hope you enjoy watching! 🧡

[@marianburns7474]

Thanks!

[@BettyFranksArt]

You're the best, Marian! I really appreciate you kind support! 💜

[@pennyrollitt2032]

Bloom

[@BettyFranksArt]

Here's the link to my interview with Andrea Garvey: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i3ekepWhds6Apac Hope you enjoy watching! 🧡

[@martinerigollet9243]

BLOOM

[@BettyFranksArt]

Here's the link to my interview with Andrea Garvey: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i3ekepWhds6Apac Hope you enjoy watching! 🧡

[@Catefn]

BLOOM

[@BettyFranksArt]

Here's the link to my interview with Andrea Garvey: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i3ekepWhds6Apac Hope you enjoy watching! 🧡

[@christinepatterson6968]

Bloom

[@BettyFranksArt]

Here's the link to my interview with Andrea Garvey: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i3ekepWhds6Apac Hope you enjoy watching! 🧡

[@lauriecolahan5761]

Bloom

[@BettyFranksArt]

Here's the link to my interview with Andrea Garvey: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i3ekepWhds6Apac Hope you enjoy watching! 🧡