How to Energise your Art | Playful Abstract Painting Exercises & Ideas

[@TristenMacDonald]

Great ideas! I know this isn't the sexiest video idea, but I would be so interested to see your cleanup process. Since you're using so many materials, I'd love to know how to clean your instruments, etc. I think that part is what holds me back from really letting loose. :)

[@fionaflaherty]

Love this idea!!

[@OrlaStevens]

Haha I think it might be a very short video (it’s such a simple process) but I can sure try it out 🙃

[@TristenMacDonald]

@@OrlaStevens Maybe I overthink it. But I heard I'm not supposed to put acrylics down the drain and then I just get in my head about what I'm supposed to do and I make a mess :)

[@perlagaffney4776]

@@TristenMacDonaldI have a solution for this. I have either an open journal, an old book, papers, canvas, anything like this and I brush off, wipe off all of my leftover acrylics onto these surfaces. What gets washed away is so minimal after this and I have little starters or collage fodder. Or just not put paint down the drains. 😊

[@TristenMacDonald]

@@perlagaffney4776 great idea!

[@lorraineerickson4311]

Love your terrific ideas. I want to try the patchwork I used to do fabric arts but because of my no longer being able to thread a needle I had to give it up. I was also a certified chef and pastry chef. Had to give that up due to burnout. Broke my foot and am still recuperating from it . Long story. Painting found me during all this upheaval! So happy! I enjoy all your videos . Keep going , you’re needed.

[@OrlaStevens]

Thanks Lorraine! 🩵

[@WayneScank]

In photography i have often taken shots of former images. It's a kind of abstracting further.

[@OrlaStevens]

I love this! so great to mine our own work :)

[@perlagaffney4776]

Orla, you are a blessing ❤. Thank you for what you share here, on this platform. 🙏😊 Px

[@OrlaStevens]

that's really kind, thank you Perla!

[@nath9637]

This was great Orla! Thanks for sharing!!!

[@OrlaStevens]

Thank you! ☺️

[@taketimetoseait396]

Ur so creative. U may enjoy these you tubers... Gaynor Pattle, Robert Joyner, and @colorfulcollage

[@OrlaStevens]

Thank you for these recommendations, I’ll check them out! 🩵

[@LMAbstractArt]

Love this! Thank you for the inspiration. I will have to try this💖

[@OrlaStevens]

Thanks so much, hope you enjoy them!

[@perlagaffney4776]

I would like to say a really big thank you to you, Orla ❤

[@OrlaStevens]

thanks so much! really glad you enjoyed this one 💫

[@KittehNow]

New subscriber here. I'm thrilled to come across your channel.....exquisite ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@OrlaStevens]

aw hello, welcome! 💙

[@stephaniefunnell3873]

fabulous. thank you so much for sharing xxx

[@OrlaStevens]

thank you, glad you enjoyed! 💫

[@deborahmeyers551]

You are sooo inspiring ✨️ ❤

[@OrlaStevens]

thanks so much! I hope it helps spark extra ideas for you 🌿

[@deeh9563]

I really, really love your style & techniques. Just joined your Patreon 😊

[@OrlaStevens]

Hey Dee! So lovely to meet you ☀️

[@irmielam5192]

So inspiring ❤

[@OrlaStevens]

thank you! 💫

[@WayneScank]

I am a photographer. I:ve discovered imaging on my cell. The wider lens angle gives me a different view & perspective. My shots have begun to show ME - particularly shadows.

[@OrlaStevens]

that's great you've found that self expression 📸 it's amazing how the right shift in mode or light can change things up in the right direction

[@chrisjohnson7609]

Thanks Orla, fantastic ideas. I've been doing the 100 day project and filling my first ever sketchbook as part of the process, on day 90 now, and have quite a few pages left to fill. These are both great ideas that I can't wait to try.

[@OrlaStevens]

Thanks Chris! That's an amazing feat with the 100 day project!!

[@ginabadeaux9319]

beautiful i just found you and subscribed

[@OrlaStevens]

👋 hello, and thanks so much!

[@samthomart]

Hi Orla, I really like this format of leaving a natural white border. I love working in series too and will definitely try this! Love your style and thanks for sharing👍🏻👍🏻

[@OrlaStevens]

Hey, thank you for the feedback, I’ve been enjoying working with the border! Thanks so much 💫🌿

[@ChantelleArts]

This is so good, what stunning ideas ☺☺

[@OrlaStevens]

thanks Chantelle! 💙

[@clarebondart]

Super inspiring video. I love the idea of using this as a way back into your creative practice. I’ve been traveling for the last month, so definitely thinking of ways to ground back into my studio!

[@OrlaStevens]

thank you Clare! I hope you've had a great time away 🌿

[@Raven_starr8]

Love your ideas and mark making. Very inspiring

[@OrlaStevens]

thanks so much! 🙌

[@susanmarcoux7005]

Thank you, that was a ❤ I think I might have to try it myself 😮

[@OrlaStevens]

Thank you, and yes go for it, they are really fun! ☺️

[@tasticola]

So beautiful, as always Orla. Thank you x Nell.

[@OrlaStevens]

thank you Nell! 💙

[@tasticola]

You're very welcome x

[@cindyfromsydney7693]

Beautiful work and fantastic ideas!❤

[@OrlaStevens]

Thank you! ☺️ had lots of fun with these ones!

[@TayloryvStudio]

your ideas are awesome

[@OrlaStevens]

thank you! :) hope they spark some ideas for a project 💫

[@teresavedovato3897]

❤ Superbe !!! 😊

[@OrlaStevens]

Thank you! ☺️🩵

[@hannemarielorenzen3428]

Have you ever painted to the music of Olafur Arnalds?? Tell me if you like his music 🤗

[@OrlaStevens]

I love his music, but have never painted to it...yet! 😄