How To Make Homemade Abstract Watercolour Cards Tutorial

[@hauprich13]

I’ve been “teaching myself” watercolor for the last handful of years. I’ve never, ever been drawn to abstract work, but after watching this video I felt absolutely driven to do it. Now I’m six little paintings richer! Well done! Thank you for the inspiration and instruction. :)

[@KarenRiceArt]

That is wonderful, so pleased you found this inspiring 😊

[@soundstosleepby4395]

I know what you mean. Me too. I had to put my art work away as I didn't get any support from parents. In the end I actually married an artist and he has been so supportive. But abstracts always seemed like a cop out. Except that they are not. I've sent off for some card stock, and I am going to make some of these and sell them on the internet. So happy.

[@giovannascotti488]

Great video! You inspired me! Thank you!❤

[@ashleywright824]

I’ve always loved abstract, especially watercolor. There are so many things one can “see” within the pieces. It wakes up one’s imagination❤

[@KarenRiceArt]

I totally agree 😊

[@Carem44]

Abstracts are in the eye of the beholder! They’re all beautiful.

[@thatsme7379]

You are a natural presenter Karen and your abstracts make me think of super-modernist stained glass windows. Dynamic and vibrant. Simply beautiful.

[@rondabergeron4414]

I really like the bottom middle one. It looks like a road going under a very stormy sky, pe3rhaps the beginning of a hurricane. Really like this idea, I would never have thought of doing this. Thanks so much.

[@maureenalderman9321]

Karen the one you didn't think worked, I could see a wonderful soaring bird above a lake. Gorgeous.

[@KarenRiceArt]

Wow! Thank you for sharing!!

[@carolyng.6405]

What a wonderful process for watercolors, especially for people like myself who are petrified to pick up a paint brush. I created two sets of abstracts yesterday, and today my friend, who is a true artist, came to my home and we each painted another set. So fun to work alongside someone else who has different sensibilities around creating art with paint. My friend embellished with Tombow brush pens. We also used a toothbrush for splattering. For some panels that had dead spaces, I went in with a watercolor pencil and brushed in little starbursts of color to create a more complete look. This process is addictive and I plan to make one more set tomorrow while all my art toys are still spread out over the dining table. Thank you Karen for the inspiration🙏🏼

[@carolyng.6405]

I made 3 sets of these cards. I wasn’t thrilled with most of the panels on the third set and found a great way repurpose them. Using a die cut machine with standalone flower-shaped dies, I used the painted panels as the cutting material. The die-cut flowers are gorgeous! I’m planning another set of abstract panels in shades of green for die-cutting leaf and sprig shapes and will then assemble various pieces to create greeting cards. So fun!

[@KarenRiceArt]

Great idea! Thank you for sharing 😊

[@debbiemartin9005]

I must say that I’m so excited that KZbin introduced us! I’m loving the idea of these abstracts/cards/paintings. Brilliant!

[@joannesarlo518]

Sometimes you just never know what you can wind up with when throwing paint around. These all turned out so different and beautiful. Thank you for a fabulous tutorial!

[@francinepratt8635]

Such a great idea for creating several cards while experimenting and practicing painting at the same time! Karen, I love your creativity and enthusiasm for making watercolor fun! You are a fantastic teacher! Thank you!

[@BrittaLund]

Very good❤

[@Bettys_c0ntent]

Hello Karen, Thank you for these really helpfull videos. I´m from Bavarian,, and my school days are 30 Years ago now. I find your english so good and clear and easy to understand.

[@elsiecampbell4858]

I love your ideas of incorporating watercolour pencils etc. to regular watercolours.

[@KarenRiceArt]

Glad you like them! Thank you so much 😊

[@TheLakingc]

I played around with Derwent inktense pencils and a water pen and finally bought the blocks. The permanence and deep colors opened up some new fun because you can then use other media and generally, it won't run or mix. Let them dry well. Isn't this great fun?

[@pattymcfadden1]

I’m a true beginner and you have inspired me to the point of feeling like I can do this!!

[@teresajordao6634]

Beautiful cards. Very grateful for explaining so well the step by step of its realization!

[@KarenRiceArt]

You are so welcome!

[@marciamcgrath4953]

Very inspiring! Everyone can see something different in them. I saw a blue sun, a river stream, a sail and a green whirlpool.

[@mariannahegedus1676]

The mini painting you named Blue abstract is absolutely beautiful.❤

[@deborahbaker3177]

What a fun tutorial! I often get too precious about a painting way too soon. I think what you've shown me here will help me play and experiment more. And I too LOVE making cards and sending them to friends! Thank you!!!

[@KarenRiceArt]

So pleased you found this helpful 😊🎨

[@luellenarts585]

Saw some techniques that are new to me...sanding coloring pencils and painting with the tiny piece of card. THANK YOU for sharing your craft!

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you so much :-)

[@marygee3981]

☀️Thank you. Inspires me to have fun with color.

[@KarenRiceArt]

You’re welcome 😊

[@robinwright9332]

I watched this video a bit more than a year ago. And watched it again! It's still inspiring. I love the license you give us to "play" and to select the paintings we like and learn from the "good" and the "bad," alike. Maybe even more lessons from the ones we don't love...

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you so much for your lovely comments 😊

[@allisonjames2923]

I know you just somehow fling paint about & scratch & spatter & plonk & scrape, but you truly have magic in those molecules as they do turn out looking so interesting & beautiful. And your techniques do help others create magic too.

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you Allison! Great description of my process! 😂

[@binkieinkisham2519]

No nonsense video great teaching and pace. Thank you very inspiring

[@beccogiallo]

Thanks for this great tutorial. The cards are lovely, and each a wonderful painting in it's own right. I actually love the one you said didn't work out, and thought you were going to put it aside to frame!

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you so much!

[@sirderekedwardhope3910]

The top right brings back memories of offshore yacht sailing in the Baltic Sea when I was in the Army in the 80's.

[@KarenRiceArt]

Wow! Thanks for sharing!

[@alisonwilliamsom]

I've always loved abstracts but didn't know where to start with them. Thanks for this tutorial, I will definitely be having a go x

[@Auriasis]

I was very inspired by this. Thank you. I just recently bought some watercolor crayons because I just never felt comfortable with my watercolor pencils nor my tin of hard little square watercolors. I will be trying out all of these techniques and maybe even thinking up a few of my own. My grown daughter has been artistically talented since a very young age and in middle school her art teacher invited me to her home and gave me one intensive art lesson so that I "would fully appreciate my daughter's world and talent". She thought it would help me understand the way my daughter looked at the world. And it did! I am forever thankful to her for her kindness. There was no internet back then! How lucky we are now.

[@KarenRiceArt]

Wow! Your daughter's teacher sounds amazing! Thank you for sharing that Deb... I am so glad this tutorial has inspired you 😀

[@alexandrahubner6736]

I would love one like this for Christmas cards.

[@KarenRiceArt]

Great idea!!

[@maggiefreeman6513]

Your cards are so beautiful. A very inspirational video with so many tips. Thank you.

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you so much!

[@caseyslove]

So relaxing to just let go and see what appears. Fun to use the various tools to create different results. Thank you for the tutorial. 🇨🇦

[@KarenRiceArt]

You are so welcome!

[@gabyren4892]

Wunderschön, danke 💐

[@TheLakingc]

Thank you. I am so glad to find someone else who does this. I had not thought about unique tools, thank you. Great ideas! The one that didn't work looks like a few things, even a village on the sea. I could see it cut down or left. These were lovely! Hugs❤

[@KarenRiceArt]

You are so welcome! Thank you for your lovely comments. 😊

[@dotjeannelee1329]

So very helpful - you are a great teacher

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you 😊

[@cherylj.harris4967]

Love this for card making. So conducive to creating a one of a kind cards. I’ve been selling cards as “Framable Art Cards”. A card plus a gift of art. Sometimes I include a frame to be wrapped as the gift.

[@annenglish2935]

Wow!!! I'm too new to watercolor but maybe someday! Do you sell locally or Etsy? A California Gramma ♥️

[@elizabethgray6697]

Cheryl, I've been doing the same. It's a great way to gift someone and it's so fun to do. A win-win!

[@cherylj.harris4967]

@@annenglish2935 Locally!

[@annenglish2935]

Thank 😊 you Cheryl... happy painting!

[@carolbicknell9603]

Yes, me, too!! Love doing this!! ❤️

[@tinadavis6074]

That was FUN!!! I don’t usually paint abstract, and have been trying to paint more loose…this was the ticket to loosen up! LOVED IT!!

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you 😊

[@wandawatson887]

Lovely technique dividing the sheet into individual rectangles. I’ve been painting watercolours for 43 years and started with smaller sheets of paper. Great way to learn new techniques without wasting costly watercolour paper. Enjoy your cosy presentation style

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you… I totally agree takes the pressure Off and saves money 😊

[@huskieize]

A touch of white really makes the painting stands out and feel like there are lots of details to look into❤

[@elizabethhelmer1506]

Xmas eve and I've just knocked my Xmas cards out of the park - thanks to your tutorial x

[@martinagrenzel-barth7965]

Ganz herzlichen Dank für dieses spannende Tutorial mit den vielen Tipps! 🥰

[@KarenRiceArt]

My pleasure. Thank you for your lovely comments 😊

[@stephaniepeterson7515]

So beautiful and, as a very new beginner, can’t wait to try this!

[@KarenRiceArt]

Have fun!

[@francynericard1373]

WoW, just wow. I’ll try it. Thank you

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you 😊

[@oliviaboone-mh3jh]

This was so useful. I’ve been trying to figure out the basics of how someone would go about abstract painting in watercolor and this is the best video ever, so informative and easy to understand. Thank you!!!!

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you Olivia, so glad it was helpful😊

[@hazelmccullagh]

I’d love to try watercolour cards thanks for the inspiration

[@carolwetherington429]

Lots of fun and no pressure!

[@barbaracadogan2215]

I have been a conventional artist all my life and this excellent video wants me to try something different. Thank you so much

[@barbarapenge7409]

Absolutely love this! I can't wait to try it. thank you for sharing your wonderful talents with us.

[@KarenRiceArt]

You are so welcome!

[@danielleleclaire717]

ABSOLUTLY FANTASTIC!!!!!

[@Cre-Art]

I love all of them and this is a great fun exercise. Thank you.

[@cw4608]

These are great. A fun idea if you are putting white borders on white card is to cut a colored piece slightly larger than the painting for contrast.

[@KarenRiceArt]

Great tip! Thank you 😊

[@suddeninspirations8184]

I actually really like the last one you showed that you said "didn't work out". I think it did

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thanks for sharing that. I’m pleased that you like that last one.

[@tinaari88]

W aTching you work your magic was inspirational! I have just started using watercolours, I’ve always enjoyed making craft things , from Christmas tree decorations to soft furnishings! From 2020 til now I have had 8 strokes which left my vision Im paired and my left side weak! In order to keep busy , I thoughpainting would help me pass the time being productive so I’m going to have a go at some abstract art as you make it look such fun Thank you for sharing your techniques I will try to keep updated. With your videos, God bless you… Tina👋🏿

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you so much Tina! I’m so pleased that you found this one inspiring 😊

[@patriciaheale6130]

Fabulous. Having a go next week at art class

[@KarenRiceArt]

Have fun 😊

[@mailie6403]

Very enjoyable to watch. Will be making some soon.

[@KarenRiceArt]

Have fun 😀

[@sashaz2072]

Great ideas and inspiration

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you 😊

[@Azure_Jewel]

You are an excellent teacher!

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you 😊

[@heatherraux1556]

Wow I was inspired by your Abstract tutorial

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you!

[@plainsailingmotivation7864]

I’ve never done abstract before and loved doing this so much. It was the colours that drew me to your video. Now I’m hooked. Thank you so much 😊. It’s so freeing

[@KarenRiceArt]

I agree it is very freeing! So pleased you enjoyed this one and are inspired to paint in the style. Have fun :-)

[@vivienbarton7912]

Hi I really enjoyed your tutorial, and will watch more, thank you, I love blues and greens too.!

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you so much!

[@CherylK.333]

Excellent tutorial! Beautiful little painting. Thank you!

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thanks so much 😊

[@raewatson2739]

I think I shall give this a try. The end product was fabulous x

[@KarenRiceArt]

Please do. Happy painting 🎨😊

[@beedee4427]

........ Also, I spend an absolute fortune on buying art print cards in box sets of my favourite artists, usually from Museums and Gallery shops. I will save my money and do my own cards in the future. My area is portraiture but I love love love creating abstracts in multimedia just for fun and to colour mix or loosen up. Thanks for the inspo 👍

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you so much for sharing! Have fun creating your own cards 😊

[@carolyndaughton3373]

Karen, I don't paint in the abstract form often, but after seeing this tutorial, I'm going to make an exception. It was fun seeing these paintings come to life and seeing how some shapes (which in the beginning looked like fish in the sea) changed into something different. The entire process was entertaining and informative. I love how you introduced the salt, cling wrap, and brusho into your creation. They do make quite lovely cards. Thank you for sharing your talent.

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you so much Carolyn 😊

[@vickigeorge5348]

I tried this abstract technique. So much fun! Thankful for sharing your talent!

[@anneonimus7204]

What a hoot Karen, there was paint everywhere, but I had such fine flinging it about. As you say therapeutic and teaching us not to fear!! Thank you so much x

[@hibernogirl]

Bravo, what a great array of techniques in one demo and 6 individual paintings in the end yes FUN!

[@Ari-il6iq]

I love the freedom of abstracts..... and the surprises. Thank you Karen, for another magical and inspiring tutorial.🌺

[@Ms7art]

Wow.... so beautiful... the one you said didn't work out, I saw a very lovely blue angel in the sky 💙💙💙.... diffrent eyes see different things...

[@KarenRiceArt]

You are so right! Thank you!

[@joannscott5838]

I like the abstracts you make!! Thanks

[@KarenRiceArt]

Glad you like them!

[@HighandLiftedUpp]

I never would say I love abstracts but I heard you say something. “Move with feeling”your pencil. But I pray as I Paint and I can’t wait to pray and pain abstract.

[@Jeannette.akaJnett]

Love these and the technique. Will have to give it a try soon.

[@KarenRiceArt]

Have fun!

[@holly5837]

Beautiful! Thank you. You've inspired me to try you techniques. 😊

[@KarenRiceArt]

Wonderful 😊

[@ashleywright8686]

So much fun! And to think I have every single item you’ve mentioned! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@KarenRiceArt]

Yay! Thank you!

[@marie-christinewakefield6711]

thank you so much for sharing your knowledge.

[@KarenRiceArt]

You are so welcome. :-)

[@caroleyre8950]

Love the freedom of this, thanks for the inspiration.

[@lindaking9222]

These all turned out great..& what fun to paint them🙂

[@MontuckyGirl75]

I am so inspired to also do cards and paintings from these designs. Thank you so much Karen! I have all the same supplies that you do and now I have some additional ways to use them thank you.

[@KarenRiceArt]

Wonderful! I hope you enjoy This process 🎨

[@beedee4427]

Really nice tutorial. I must say that some of those individual paintings feel like they're giving a nod to Kandinsky with their colours and shapes and movement. Thanks for a fab class!

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you Beverley 😊

[@vikkifossum4959]

Beautiful techniques!

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you so much!

[@leenesbitt519]

LOVE LOVE LOVE your tutorial - thank you 😊

[@cynthiajacoby-deventer3671]

Not only did I enjoy your video but I just wanted to mention how lovely and natural your make up looks❤😊

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you 😊

[@kindle7191]

Hi Karen, I just finished making a video of me following your tutorial. My cards are beautiful and I of course references you repeatedly. You are a wonderful teacher. Cheers from Vancouver Island.

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you so much! Really pleased you enjoyed this tutorial and your cards turned out so well! Yay!

[@lindaburgess]

These are fabulous. You have re-kindled my interest in having another go with watercolour. Thank you.

[@KarenRiceArt]

Wonderful! Thank you Linda 😊

[@elizabethhurley7005]

Loved these…..have to try this!

[@KarenRiceArt]

Have fun 🤩

[@katherinelane299]

Marvelous. Must do. Thank you so much.

[@sandraslater5683]

ABSOLUTELY FABULOUS TUTORIAL !!! Thank you

[@jeanesulli]

This tutorial WAS fun! Loved it! Thx Karen

[@KarenRiceArt]

You are so welcome!

[@mary-allisonobrien3136]

I love this tutorial Karen! I can’t wait to give it a try. You inspire me. Thank you!

[@mariagalvanherrera4718]

Thank you for sharing your approach and techniques!!! This is wonderful and I definitely plan to try this!!!

[@KarenRiceArt]

You are so welcome!

[@RajPereira-tt5ku]

Enthralling colourful touch 🎉

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you 😊

[@pauladyer9845]

Great techniques…learned new stuff…thanks

[@KarenRiceArt]

Glad it was helpful!

[@JessicaCardarelli]

How fun! These turned out so beautiful! Love the colors and the use of so many different techniques.

[@ashleywright824]

13:58 the bottom middle looks like a country road ❤

[@Liz.4485]

Had a total blast with you today! Thank you! What a release! Mind,body, Spirit! You’re amazing! ❤thank you Liz M

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you so much!!

[@lizderby5433]

Just lovely! I'll be trying this soon! thanks for the inspiration. 😊

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thanks Liz

[@SANDISTOKES]

Thanks for such a fun time!

[@CatherineVenters-rl5dp]

Absolutely loved your abstract card tutorial Karen , thank you 😊

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you

[@fionamacvane3187]

Lovely! I am planning to start painting with water colour as a project on my move to Scotland. I was very drawn to abstract or semi-abstract landscapes and you have showed me some wonderful techniques. Thank you.

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you so much Fiona!

[@andreatorraca8755]

Love this…see so much in each….sorta get lost in it,travel around each image

[@happystamper62]

I'm already a card-maker, using stamps, inks and other mediums but I do love to dabble in freehand watercolor as well! I've played around a little with small abstract paintings but this tutorial makes me want to run into my stamp room this very minute and make a panel!! What a great video with great tips and amazing results! Thanks so much! Can't wait to poke around your channel to see how else you'll inspire me! :D

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you so much! I am so pleased that you enjoyed this tutorial. For more exclusive and in-depth tutorials why not think about joining my Patreon membership. www.patreon.com/karenriceart

[@marialunatorres7581]

Great ideas. Thank you very much.