How to Paint a Portrait in Abstract Realism (Free Workshop)

[@milanartstudios]

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[@evelinam.5835]

It became unafordable😞

[@UAP-jellyfish]

This is strong. There are many people who can technically paint well and can teach others a lot, but you are definitely not one of them. What do you want to teach them? How to do the right thing? Or how to paint another face, of which hundreds of thousands have been and will be painted? You don't understand the essence of art at all, and you just look at the stupidity of other people who think that their work will finally get a response. Your paintings are technically on the level of an average high school student who has been painting for 2 years. Which is a warning in itself, because you've been doing it all your life. The most important thing with any painter is progression and a style that sets him apart. Do you feel that your paintings are recognized among the flood of other similar paintings? Not at all. Even if you could make a good living from this fooling around, your paintings are worth nothing from the point of view of art, and after your death not even a dog will be after them. That's the reality.

[@themagicofearthsea]

I bought a masterclass for $10 and it was absolutely worth it and made me value this channel more and now I'm viewing more content. Making things accessible is very wise. 👑💎💖🌻

[@Dita66]

Now it looks like you have to pay 25. So that is much more then 10

[@kaycampbell364]

where and name of class purchased please

[@TinasInspiredArt]

I am currently enrolled in the Mastery Program and am sharing my journey on my channel. I am currently in Section 2, where I am honing my voice. I am truly passionate about this program and couldn't be more pleased. Ellie and Dimitra generously share their expertise, though I do wish I had discovered this program earlier in life.❤

[@208amanda_martinez]

Same! That would have been incredible to do this program years ago I’m in the 1st section still ❤

[@studio1px936]

I just found this ! There are 3 programs of mastery, which one did you enroll?

[@Justme14567]

Hi do you feel confident in your skills after being in program will be good enough to have successfull full time career?

[@TinasInspiredArt]

@@studio1px936 I am enjoying and enrolled in The Mastery Program. I have learned so very much. I am now in section 4.

[@TinasInspiredArt]

@@Justme14567 Hi Justin. Yes I do feel very confident and I am a professional Full time Artist.

[@britbrat4559]

What holds people back is not having a jumping board like dimitra did as a child. She knew people and had a family galley show..most don’t have that privilege….but I love the Milan family and all the knowledge they give the community..❤❤❤❤

[@cutechiangels]

Yes, these are the two main points to become successful. 👍 I've painted all my life, did two art schools, and other studies, had a life filled with lots of obstacles and hardships. I know a lot of people, and also lots in art. But, I wish now that some magic happens that a good benevolent person helps propulse my art work. 🙏🌟🤍

[@zobobeebo8011]

Don't let that hold you back, don't compare - you've got your own magic in you, work on that, and if you want it enough you'll find your own way. Grow your signature style, tell everyone you meet about it, share it and your clients will come - believe in yourself ❤

[@lilarobinson4124]

Agreed it is harder for those of us without someone already connected

[@CherylChastain]

I have to say I was thinking the same thing,it is extremely hard without connections. It’s taken me more than a decade to find what works for me to be able to go all in as a full time artist. I’ve really noticed a huge increase in targeted ads of “successful/professional artists” making content and special steps to sell art, but then that’s them supplementing their income with these tutorials/subscriptions and lots of artists buy in and if they don’t see that kind of result they often quit and some are sent into despair. A million at age 15 is impressive and to those artists that have no representation and no idea how to get a foot in the door of galleries and no representation, the comparison leads to despair. I just think these are misleading. I wish they came with a disclaimer telling the artists spending their money and struggling that these results are not typical,the art world is still mostly about who you know and it’s only through social media platforms like Instagram that have given regular Joes tools to reach more people than in the past. It doesn’t happen over night and you’re going to fail sometimes and even if it takes years don’t give up. These “free guides” and expensive “marketing” subscriptions do more harm than good in my opinion,why not post technical skills and tutorials that address artists skills and weaknesses to help artists help themselves. Give out some tips,pointers to get more eyes on your art referrals if you will, some artists are desperate to get feedback that helps them make it at being an artist full time. I think the art world is saturated with gatekeepers and pompous folks, artists need to know who and how to share their portfolios with to see results and keep them painting,not hundreds of dollars worth of what you did to make your first million..

[@babetteloos]

Thank you so much Dimitra and MAI for sharing these videos they are really very helpful!! And Dimitra kudos to you for sharing your techniques, most people are still to much in a lack mentality and want to keep everything secretive🙏. It is powerful and abundant to imagine how art is going to take over the world and make everything just a bit more beautiful! I love that we are all contributors to that through helping each other while we keep creating new things in our own unique way ❤

[@belindaroca4577]

I just started the Mastery Program and have already learned so much. Elli and Dimitra are excellent instructors. The pace is good and I can watch the videos as many times as I need to. ❤

[@catibreil3535]

What a dream team you are !! Im currently in the Mastery Program, it's very challenging on a personnal level and the growth that it brings is priceless 💛 you are amazing teachers who give us à lot of confidence and what l love the most is your generosity Thank you all !! Im so grateful everyday in the studio also because even me can afford this great Program 💛💛💛 THANK YOU Milan Art Institute 💛🙏🏼

[@c.k.m.8134]

Love how you stay relaxed and clear as you paint!

[@CherylChastain]

Same here! I’ve always said I was afraid to paint faces so my subjects were never front views because I thought I couldn’t do it, then my dad was visiting and looking at my stuff and he was like “Man, you really don’t like painting faces do you?” And I took that as a challenge, painting portraits is a huge portion of what I do now and every painting gets better and better🎨

[@TriniRoyQuiReyes]

🎉I ve always wanted to do my paintings with this arbstract process before painting the realistic subject, but never knew that on can create their source this way with a gadget Thank you Dimitra for sharing your experience 👍

[@NCWildHeART]

I can’t wait to take your longer more indepth portrait courses. What a deal! $180 for six or so classes ! I can’t thank you and your family enough for giving me that spark back and helping me learn so many new things about the love of my life, art! ❤

[@lindahutchings8353]

There is no artistic achievement equal to the ecstasy of bringing forth your baby. Congratulations! I am humble before a genius like you! Thank you for sharing so much. Enjoy your sweet little baby!

[@conniestern-hm1dk]

I first saw your technique yesterday. Your Mother was showing how to paint quickly and not overthink the process. I like it. I paint photo realism, always have. And I agree with something your mother said, loose, more on the abstract, SELLS.

[@staceygrimes4107]

I wish I could find that video!

[@lexiesillustrations6012]

The Milans have helped me a lot and that is only through the free videos.

[@sheilakellerman1961]

So much help your giving us, I just cant tell you how much I needed to see this, your amazing, thanks so much my dearest Dimitri

[@dianecharest8365]

Dimitra, you have the most amazing touch, with those magic hands. You are a phenomenal artist. I am on the waiting list. It is definitely you and your mom that i need to learn from. You and your family are the most generous people, to share all of your artistic knowledge to others. Ive been watching you all for a while now and feel like i know you all. Your a family that is very easy to like. Thank you all.

[@vv1459]

I am in the wait list to register for the mastery program. Looking forward to it so much. I wish I had known about this program earlier.

[@jolaholstein]

Thank you so much for sharing your process, Dimitra! This looked to be so much fun while painting it, and it was so helpful to hear your explanations along. As I have no separate studio so far and need to paint in my living-room, I will cover all stuff tomorrow and try out this technique 😄. I hope it will help me to be more loose in my style. And the idea of first painting the background and then place the object onto it in a photo-app is great! Thank you all so much at Milan Art for providing content like this for free!

[@grace-shantif2073]

having Just signed up for the Portrait Course, THIS wonderful training is the first one I'm following. THANK YOU from Australia 🙂

[@Thedoublediamondqueen]

The photo resembles you a little. You are an amazing artist. I will be taking your class soon. Thanks for the inspiration

[@ClamJaneH66]

Thanks Dimitra for sharing your knowledge and expertise with us, it's very generous of you. The step by step tips you've give us about how to create a source using the abstract background is a great technique and will be very useful. You guys are great and so very kind, thanks again.

[@jettawilliams6051]

Absolutely love the master program! Worth every dollar and so much amazing information and coaching help available.

[@phyllisderocker978]

Milian team; thank you for creating these amazing teaching videos. Really enjoyed this one. 💯💐

[@dianecharest8365]

Watching again. This is exactly what I want to learn. Thank you Dimitra. Again

[@danadoddimmordino3815]

WONDERFUL! Thanks sooo much! I do portraits but BORING ones! This is just where I want to go!

[@ssemujohnmary7150]

@@danadoddimmordino3815 there's no boring art...

[@TheWarmcoldsurfer]

Thank you. This will take my art out of my comfort zone ❤

[@sunniem6536]

I signed up for some master classes from you and I love them! As I grow I am excited being retired to really grow in my art. Love this! 💖

[@earthempresstv]

every little thing you do is magic

[@Sydonnewarren]

Im an experienced artist but I learned something new with this technique thank you ❤

[@themotherranch]

I love your drawing process and using the marks as reference points! I will be using that on my next painting! Thank you!

[@milanartstudios]

Awesome - glad hat is helpful to you! Hope the next painting goes well!

[@beateschwinghammer6863]

​@@milanartstudiosHi Dimitra, what kind of roller do you use?

[@eftixiakaranika2255]

Thank you so much Dimitra ❤️

[@lindatoews5265]

So beautiful, I really appreciate your demonstration! Have a wonderful time with your new babe! It goes by so very fast.

[@donnamacrae1682]

Thanks so much for sharing this technique! ❤️

[@Heatherbailey1]

Great job, Dimitra!

[@susanmarcoux7005]

Thanks Dimitra, I enjoy all the videos from Milan but I think this one has been the most helpful to us ❤

[@keva_artwork]

Great techniques. I was looking for a way to combine realism with abstract. Now I just let the paint go out of the image into the background. But this will work way better. Thank you for showing this. 🥰

[@dorabrown7334]

Thank you Dimitra!

[@jillnolan6718]

This is so helpful Dimitra! Thank you so much for sharing this technique. I am definitely going to try it soon.

[@jbvatuone]

Sweet. I appreciate your talent and your videos.

[@ModernArtHub]

Take care yourself and your family, you are great artist

[@judee263]

Stunning painting. Thankyou for sharing your talent.

[@sharonevans8504]

Thanks for sharing Dimitra❤

[@sharynmellors3624]

Thank you I can't wait to start in April

[@2stansfield903]

Very inspiring. Thank you for sharing ❤

[@bevbraithwaite4621]

Thank you for this Dimetra - what a lovely piece and it's very mesmerising too - can't wait to try this technique myself - you are so inspiring

[@debralynrosenbachart]

Awesome tip for how to sketch her in!! Thanks so much, I’m really enjoying a lot of your videos! ❤

[@lindamolinard1043]

Love it😊 This is exactly what I've been looking for! This is your best. Informative, approachable and beautiful. Thanks so much.

[@arielmenendez8335]

Great video, really looking forward to one day make it to the Mastery Program. Thank you so much!!! ❤

[@kimberlysarts6454]

Thank you very much for the video. I struggle with how to get started, and found this to be very helpful for me.

[@ginabadeaux9319]

thank you, i love your videos,what a blessing to have a family to create with ,i am on my own with art making but i am ok with it,

[@diosdadofelix2338]

You are so generous and excellent artist, thank you very much. I wish I can afford to get a master class❤

[@evelyng5424]

This painting technique really appeals to me and your painting, Dimitra, is a stunning example. Thank you so much for sharing. These classes give me things to develop while I'm waiting to enrol in the Mastery Program.

[@susannaraubenheimer6174]

Brilliantly done. Thank you

[@Ravenscavehoh]

Wow absolutely beautiful I’ve learnt so much just by watching this , thank you so much 🙏🏻💖 I’m very excited to sign up for some online programs.

[@tiasjunkpaper]

Thank you for this, so inspiring!

[@CatWezel66]

🙏Thank you so much for sharing your story and easy explanation of creating your art! I love it 😁💝

[@mariaminervadacanay1019]

WOW! Thank you!

[@tohnnyclaydon6641]

Thank you so much for this process

[@reyno6826]

That is so beautiful.

[@luvmycountry777]

Hi Dimitra, I love your work and thank you for your videos. Id like to ask which spray paint did you use indoor that is safe? Thank you in advance ❤

[@sarahafterdark2453]

I think these are Montana Water based spray paints. brand Montana Colors/MTN

[@kimberlyladewig1739]

What medium did you add to your acrylic to make it flow??

[@s.ashakeelanjumartist963]

Beautiful Art work ,💓💓

[@BrandiWineRn]

This is beautiful and as a artist this style really speaks to me but I am newer to portraits. Would u suggest to start smaller or does a bigger canvas make it easier? Love it

[@p.miraones]

Thank you so much for the awesome tip💃🙏❤️

[@mentalfloss100]

Layer layer and more layers …. Perfect ..

[@stephaniecoston5364]

Thanks for the blessing

[@nancybriand7690]

what is the program you use on the tablet to add a photo to the abstract background?

[@cherylarchambault7292]

Pixelmator. She has an IPad,

[@miklor732]

Amazing!

[@alera520]

What’s the app you are using to make the collage or overlaying?

[@traceykoch108]

Can you add a link in your description please

[@fatoomgierdien110]

Thank You❤🎉 Cape Town.✨️👌♥️

[@annettewikstromartesdeanne5765]

Thanks a lot !💞

[@Mistiquex]

I'm following the Mastery Program and want to incorporate the roller Dimitra uses in my abstracts in the second half of the program. Which is she using or if you guys don't know the brand anymore, then if it's a soft or hard rubber roller? Or maybe silicone? I've been looking around, but from the marks she gets I'm not sure what material it is. Thank you guys!

[@milanartstudios]

Speedball is a good brand for rubber rollers that we use! Check them out on Amazon here: a.co/d/eWCqy1v

[@Mistiquex]

​@@milanartstudios Thank you so much!! I immediately ordered 2. ☺️

[@annasleczek4710]

How do you make your acrylic paint not to dry on the palette? And second question: what is the name of the markers you have used? Are they acrylic markers? Thank you for this video! I feel braver to start painting like this.

[@Mayamaus39]

Thank you for this great video. It is possible to write down which colours do you use? Thank you…. 💞

[@Mayamaus39]

Sorry, my answer is in you video… 😇

[@JanineMKartist]

I am for sure going to start my future paintings like this. It looks so freeing. Where do you find your portrait sources? What do you thing of using adobe firefly just to get a generic portrait in the pose one wants to use as a source? you guys are awesome! Wish I could afford the full program but these videos will really help my confidence. I'm just struggling with the finding sources.

[@janicelancaster3020]

Signed up for the portrait course. Thank you for sharing. Are the markers used acrylic as well. Thank you from New Zealand

[@cindybrown1461]

Hello I've been doing a lot of dabbling and abstract backgrounds Just loving it. Between tin foil and tissue paper in addition to my acrylic paints and inks thrown all in there. I thought the pixelmator would be a wonderful idea to see what your actual object would look like against the abstract that I make.😊 But of course when looking it up I realized it's a Mac and the only suggestions that I'm getting are for photographs I'm not interested in photo art I'm trying to get something similar to what you're working with. May I ask what you would suggest for Androids like a Google pixel 7pro or 8 pro. And the only tablet I own is an HD fire tablet which is owned by Amazon not Google. But my laptop is a regular Microsoft 10 Or I can change it to 11 if I must. Please I really need your help and suggesting a similar application or if anyone else has any comments towards this ❓ would be great ..Thank you Big hugs. I'm so happy that I found you on KZbin. This is exactly what I've been looking for and helping me with ideas and techniques that I'm just not thinking of. And the inspiration needed to do so. Thank you again and big hugs 🤗

[@Dita66]

I have a question and did not see this anywhere. What do you do with the nib of the spray paint after painting is ready. Does they stay separate form the tin in a jar with some stuf?

[@dayaneeruhee8314]

Brilliant amazing..

[@samwinitsky7586]

It is wonderful video presentation, question - do you have any plan to lay out abstract shapes initially in connection to your photo? Thank you so much

[@danielleblanchard9274]

bonjour à vous, merci pour cette démonstration, j'adore le technique employé, quel est l'application pour les images s'il vous plaid , Merci . Danielle

[@aliciaramos3225]

Can. you say a bit more about the apps you use to do the photo overlay? What are they called and which is your favorite?

[@northernlights2539]

What is the pixelapp I can use instead cause I haven' t got mac. Like to know what is good for android. ☺️

[@51afrika]

I just saw the video above. You seem to be a lovely person snd artist. So humble. I have a question; you said the name of an app. Whats the name of it? I couldnt realy here. Do you have a mastery program 2025 too?

[@sandeedickerson8727]

What pixelator app do you use? I’m new to this.

[@Magicbeanjuice]

She is using Pixelmator ❤

[@tayt4700]

Thank you Dimitra, I want this course real bad😂

[@amyschmidt3151]

Not sure if I misunderstood so I wanted to clarify.. is it true that if you sign up for the Mastery Program that all current and past students would also have access to any new information and classes that may be added in the future?

[@ShikhaNath-ys4ng]

I have been following you guys for quite a few months and really want to get into the mastery program. I have watched every video on your channel and it's so unique and motivating! Unfortunately not the right situation for me to get into the mastery program right now, although I wish I could. I was wondering if you would give any discount on any certain point orany occasion in the future? Thanks!

[@sylviaeder4639]

What are you drawing the face with onto the canvas, please?

[@jeanastowell4635]

Thank you for this tutorial. I have been wanting to try something like this so bad. Question- what type of tablet are you using? Love this ! Thank you

[@sandraopenshaw668]

Fantastic and incredible to watch. I'd like to be considered for the programe. You are inspirational and given me something I'd like to paint right now ! take care

[@shaystone7184]

I love your style. I've researched alcohol inks, and it says they aren't archival. How do you combat that? Do you use a special brand or

[@faridehassani5230]

i love it

[@annetteperks]

Is this a completely online course. I'm interested in it for my granddaughter not myself she is 18 but never goes outside. I'm doing my best to find something to help her and art is all she truely loves.

[@LoneJensenArt]

I soooo wish I could afford the mastery program 😢

[@ellaryb.5148]

What was that tablet type of thing you used, I need that

[@beateschwinghammer6863]

Hi Dimitra, what kind of roller do you use?Liebe Grüße Beate

[@cathybradshaw6008]

I wish you would make a tutorial on painting a landscape

[@renjithbs7331]

👌🏼 simply nice 💞🤘🏼

[@pamhibberd4417]

What is the gold spray you have used please