No idea what to paint? Tips for artist block - monoprinting with acrylic paint

Staring at a blank canvas or sheet of paper because you have art block or artist block can be horrible. I know how it feels to have no idea what to paint or draw. I found what works for me and maybe it can help you too. For me it is doing anything and this time it is monoprinting. But also at other times this way of getting rid of a blank canvas or paper can help you get new ideas. But if it is monoprinting, abstract stencil art or template painting or just acrylic painting getting started I don’t know. Just have fun watching this video and me trying out different concepts.
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In almost all my videos I use with Winsor&Newton Galeria acrylics, if not, I will say so in the video.
Other materials I use are in random order: 5, 10 and 40mm brushes, palette knives, acrylics medium, Ecoline liquid watercolor, Lyra color pencils, Lyra soft pastels, oil pastels, Stabilo color pencils, paper palette pad and basic masking tape. I also use household items like a permanent marker, scrub sponge, scissors, paper towel, and so on.
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[@TouriStrick]

I love your way of teaching, it is so different from other teachers. Thank you so much.

[@ImperfectPaintings]

Thanks, touristrick. It's just a fun idea to work with. Or try new things. Enjoy, Albert

[@violameyer2656]

You are an inspiring teacher! I’m so glad I found you! ❤❤❤

[@ImperfectPaintings]

Thanks, Viola. Enjoy playing around. Albert

[@PaulWalesArt]

Absolutely brilliant! I totally regret not getting out a piece of paper to take count. I was captivated by your process, your results and those of the participants of your class. This should be in every artists resources.

[@ImperfectPaintings]

Thanks DC, don't forget it's also fun to work like this. By going down a rabbit hole you get to new ideas. Only if you do. So get going too and join the club. Albert

[@billyonthewheels75]

I am impressed by your work and the fact that you have a day job.

[@ImperfectPaintings]

Hi Billy, thanks, it's a bit hectic every now and than. Just enjoy. Albert

[@b.w.highness102]

This one is exceptional... The artist should definitely keep at it. WELL DONE!!! ...Barry

[@ImperfectPaintings]

Thanks Barry, enjoy making your versions. Albert

[@funkymonkey8777]

Very cool. Easy to do and get started. Thanks 🙏🏻

[@ImperfectPaintings]

Thanks Funkky

[@lindac6919]

I'm so glad I started watching your "stuff." It's really good!

[@ImperfectPaintings]

Thanks Linda, just keep watching 😉 and enjoy making your artwork. Albert

[@sumayatuimoro5881]

Thanks for the million of ideas Can’t wait to try them all

[@ImperfectPaintings]

Hi Sumayatu, thanks. Have fun exploring all your ideas. Albert

[@aidarizk6286]

Great exercise, definitely helps with creativity and opening the horizon. Thank you!

[@ImperfectPaintings]

Thanks Aida, enjoy making yours. Albert

[@simpleartideas]

Nice idea to play with colors - mood booster ideas

[@ImperfectPaintings]

Hi Simple Art Ideas, thanks for dropping by. Yes indeed, playful and mood lifting. Love your simple art ideas channel too. Have a nice day, Albert

[@EsteeDarla]

awesome idea and beaitful art

[@ImperfectPaintings]

Thanks Estee, enjoy making yours. Albert

[@TJ-zs7gn]

I can’t wait to try this

[@ImperfectPaintings]

Hi TJ, this also is a fun project. Enjoy, Albert

[@cintiasilva7132]

Love your ideas. Amazing . Thank you very much.

[@ImperfectPaintings]

Hi Cintia, thanks. Just go play and gave fun. Happy painting, Albert

[@nuchabodin]

thnk u trying to find motivation to start painting again , found your videos today thank you

[@ImperfectPaintings]

Good to hear, nuchabodon, hope you have fun playing like this, Albert

[@stinar37]

Wonderful video! Thank you so much!

[@ImperfectPaintings]

Thanks Christina, enjoy your own versions. Albert

[@victorias5587]

Absolutely Love this exercise! It stimulates the creative juices. Thanks once again. I'm getting ready to create something now. 😀 Merci

[@ImperfectPaintings]

Hi Victoria, thanks. It's all to show you ideas so you can start painting yourself. Just start painting now and come back later for more 😁👍Bye, Albert

[@hellowhat9517]

Simple and Very interesting ideas

[@ImperfectPaintings]

Hi Hello What, thanks. Enjoy exploring what it will bring you. Bye, Albert

[@ljzazzle]

Brilliant ideas! Thanks for sharing.

[@ImperfectPaintings]

Hi LJ, thanks for your thanks.😁 Have a nice day, Albert

[@culturefan]

I really like this exercise, and I'll have to try it among many of the others you presented in other videos. You also could have used your template, gone back over the lines (in another color if you like) and used it several times turning it around on the same painting. It would make several other shapes on the same painting, but could reveal interesting results. For me, watching your videos can be a good way to wind down the day. Thanks Albert.

[@ImperfectPaintings]

Hi Culture Fan, thanks. Yes, this is exactly the purpose of this video. I show (5 or whatever number) options you can try. But when watching me you can get ideas how to do it even differently. It's to get your motor running so you can go exploring on your own. Nice to hear the videos are also relaxing 😉👍 Have a nice day, Albert

[@bkartgallery7]

Super nice work.

[@ImperfectPaintings]

Hi BK, thanks, just playtime with paint and paper! Try it yourself. Bye, Albert

[@DavidDentonArt]

Great ideas! This looks like a stress free way to start creating art. I love the effect of mono-printing. You've made me want to give it another go. Looking forward to seeing more of your videos :)

[@ImperfectPaintings]

Hi David, looks almost like mindful painting 😉. Do give it a go. It opens a doorway to new possibilities. I saw you are recently more into computer drawing / painting. Also interesting. Thanks for dropping by. Bye, Albert.

[@DavidDentonArt]

@@ImperfectPaintings Hi Albert. Yes there certainly is an element of mindfulness about it. I like to do a mixture of traditional and digital art although I do feel that traditional media do feel a little more mindful. It would be interesting to use your technique to start a painting, scan it into the computer and work on it digitally. That could create some interesting results. I think I might give that a go soon :)

[@ImperfectPaintings]

Hi David, yes, do it. I would like to see the results of that. This is also what I like (and was hoping for) about my videos, people like you getting new ideas for their own art making process. Love this. Have a wonderful day, Albert

[@moniquerenard4510]

actually i like it, and i cant wait to do it. it is verry clever et easy thank you.

[@ImperfectPaintings]

Hi Monique, thanks. Indeed, all the examples at the end of the video by the participants at my painting course show you even more options. Enjoy, Albert

[@priscillaknight4678]

Too cool! Love this!

[@ImperfectPaintings]

Hi Priscilla, thanks. Have a wonderful day, Albert

[@edmarcosta4002]

It's interesting that around 10th min I recognised some resemblence to Jean Dubuffet's art...even before you mentioned it. It is also very cool that you can do so many things out of one single print.

[@ImperfectPaintings]

Hi Edmar, thanks. Yes it was a nice exercise to do. When starting I get new ideas along the way but first you have to begin. Bye, Albert

[@edmarcosta4002]

@@ImperfectPaintings today I tried this exercise and it went well. The result was nice,even though the brush that I have at home isn't the most appropriate.

[@ShaggyMaverick71]

12:55, 13:52, and 14:00. Soooo good.

[@ImperfectPaintings]

Hi Rick, thanks. It is such a nice exercise. Try this yourself and be surprised. Have a nice day, Albert

[@maryamvossoughi9341]

Thank you🙏🏻

[@ImperfectPaintings]

Hi Maryam, thanks. Have a happy day, Albert

[@monikahonkova1868]

I love it, oh

[@ImperfectPaintings]

Thanks Mono, enjoy making your versions. Albert

[@ellenvd5543]

Weer een leuke video! Hoe kom je op het idee Albert! Dat printen ga ik ook proberen (op mijn manier) ….Heb je misschien al eens gedacht aan een Facbook-groep waar mensen ook met foto's van hun eigen "kunstwerk" op kunnen regeren? Je schreef dat je een website wilde maken, maar ook op Facebook heb je makkelijk toegang......Hart bedankt voor deze video!!

[@ImperfectPaintings]

Hoi Ellen, bedankt! Ja, ik heb gedacht over Facebook, maar ik ben niet zo'n fan daarvan. Ik werk aan mijn website en hoop die binnenkort te kunnen melden in mijn video's. Veel plezier met uitproberen op jouw manier. Dat is juist zo leuk, ik geef een voorzetje en jij kan er je eigen ding mee doen. Fijne dag verder, Albert

[@dawnarobertson9577]

What if you placed your template/collage underneath clear plexiglass and painted the lines on the plexiglass, then pulled the print? Better yet-use a gel plate.

[@ImperfectPaintings]

Thanks, Dawna, for naming a few alternative options. Always handy. Albert

[@moniquerenard4510]

THis technique,is a good tecq. to teach childrens , .

[@ImperfectPaintings]

Yes indeed, let them run freely and they will make wonderful artworks. Bye, Albert

[@ivancar-edengalerija]

that work at 13:30 is realy interesting

[@ImperfectPaintings]

Hi Ivan, thanks. Yes I like it too. When 14 people play for two hours with this exercise you get so much different work, it is amazing. That's also the beauty of it. 14 other people would make other work. Now it's your turn, enjoy. 😁 Bye, Albert

[@eveny119]

Idea; paint on glass for printing.

[@ImperfectPaintings]

Thanks eveny, that's an interesting idea, or use a piece of plastic. Albert

[@saro7947]

I want to join :(

[@ImperfectPaintings]

Hi Sara, thanks and you are welcome to join. Virtually because in these days we have to stay in doors, unfortunately. We make the best of it and enjoy painting 😁 Bye, Albert

[@douwezijlstra6200]

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[@ImperfectPaintings]

Thanks Douwe