Large Abstract Art Commission + New Online Course

[@BettyFranksArt]

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[@susanfurr3548]

Are you adding white from the squirt bottles

[@christinaosterberg5108]

I’m so happy that you are making these painting videos again. It’s always a pleasure to watch you painting and listen to your comments and thinking!!!

[@BettyFranksArt]

I'm glad you enjoyed the video, Christine!

[@annrubino6252]

Dear Betty - your videos are like a session with a "personal art trainer". Thank you again and again.

[@BettyFranksArt]

I love hearing that, Ann! Thank you!!

[@emmanuelpower2439]

I love the way you are so modest... such a beautiful creative process. One comment you made really brought an idea home: you get almost to the end before you begin to feel quite happy with it, and that's a brilliant lesson... to persist and just keep going. Thank you.

[@BettyFranksArt]

Hi Emmanuel! I'm so glad you enjoyed this video. I appreciate your comments. Thank you!

[@rachelfriedman3609]

I immensely enjoy your art and the process. I think the person who commissioned this piece received another level of enjoyment seeing her art getting created.

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thanks, Rachel! I agree...how cool to watch it come together!

[@patriciajaroslawski402]

Betty, don't let anyone steal your joy! You're such a inspiration, to all that watch you.. 💗

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you for your support, Patricia!!

[@kjw2364]

Thank you for this wonderful video.

[@BettyFranksArt]

I appreciate you watching and commenting, KJ!

[@francinetoni268]

I have really enjoyed watching you work. It’s fascinating to watch the painting unfold at this speed. I found myself seeing things show up just moments before you would talk about them. It’s a beautiful piece. Thank you for sharing this. 💖

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you so much, Francine! I'm so happy you enjoyed the video!

[@elizabethunruh4377]

this is absolutely beautiful. Watching it a year after you created the piece but, wow, so fun to watch the piece come together and hear how you incorporated colors the client wanted. Looks so nice on her wall, especially with her new pillows!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thanks so much for watching! I'm so glad you enjoyed watching the process, Elizabeth!

[@christinaczarnecki625]

Happy New Year !!! May all dreams come true in 2023 ! Love this painting, the colors are singing !

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you kindly, Christina!

[@lorrainesyratt6317]

Thoroughly enjoying watching you work. And it's stunning.

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you very much, Lorraine!

[@carrash11]

Love watching your process and painting along with you!☺️ I’m sure your new course will be a big success- I’m looking forward to it😃

[@BettyFranksArt]

Hi Ashley! I hope you're enjoying the online course!

[@LISACURD]

That looks like so much fun..I love watching you create! Thanks for sharing!

[@BettyFranksArt]

HI Lisa! It was a challenge, but so rewarding! Thanks for watching!

[@janaicaandersonart]

I completely understand your “reel” logic! When I joined IG it was because it was photograph based and you could just post a photo or also share a story behind it. Now I feel like IG just wants to top TikTok or whatever… I’m not on that platform. I just want to share photos of my art and spend more time creating it; not videos & reels. I love how you struggled through this piece. I really resonated with you and it made me think more about some pieces I’ve struggled with it & am struggling to complete. Thank you for being so raw & always keeping it real Betty. You rock!! 😊

[@BettyFranksArt]

Yes, I joined IG for that same reason--photos. I never got on TikTok. What I have noticed these past few weeks is that my IG account finally started to grow (slowly...but at least in the right direction!). So, I think there is something good happening with posting photos. I have come to the conclusion that I may get more people viewing my reels, but they are not following me. I get more follows from my photos. Always something new to learn!

[@TonyWilliams-mw9pw]

Loving your approach Betty. Your videos have revolutionised my work!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Oh! I love hearing that!! I'm so glad they've been helpful to you in your art journey!

[@DrJones-nh4my]

Happy 2023 Betty. As always your art is so beautiful ❤. It reminds me of Monet’s waterlilies @21:22

[@BettyFranksArt]

I appreciate you watching to the end, Dr. Jones and Happy 2023 too!

[@astridglodek3099]

Betty I loved your Fields of Flowers online course. Every step of the way it was informative and excellent! It was power packed with information and really great teaching. It was a ton of information and then some and your price was excellent and affordable for those of us with fixed modest incomes. For that I thank you with all my heart. I love all your videos as well. Thank you for your wonderful teaching! You rock !!! You know your stuff girl!!! I’m so glad you are teaching! No more imposter syndrome! You are a Master at your art! 👍🏼🎉🎉🎉💕🌺❤️

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you so much!

[@piera8207]

This work is wonderful! It reminds me of Monet's water lilies

[@BettyFranksArt]

I appreciate you watching and commenting, Piera!

[@gailmarcum550]

Stunning! And you are a fabulous teacher! Your joy shines in this piece! 💙💫💙

[@BettyFranksArt]

Many thanks for sticking around to the end, Gail!

[@johanneroy1405]

Thank you for sharing the video of your art making process. I gives me the courage to not give up on my unfinished pieces. Happy new year from Montréal !

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you kindly, Johanne and Happy New Year too!

[@deelynn8611]

I'm watching and am at 32:57. love the painting at this stage--as a new painter, I would have stopped here, as I love it. Very Monet-like. Anxious to see the rest of the video and final result. thank you!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Glad you enjoyed it up to that point! Each artist will stop when they feel they need to stop. Plus, as this was a commission, I had to keep the client's needs in mind, too. Thanks so much for watching!

[@betsyratzsch385]

Betty, Thanks so much for this big custom piece video. I am facing a large custom piece this month. A number of your suggstions about working with the client will come in handy. No doubt ! I signed up for everything I could see ! The workshop in the SW sounds fabulous. Thanks again, Betty. You are so generous.

[@BettyFranksArt]

I appreciate you watching and commenting, Betsy!

[@marilyncarlstead2601]

Hi Betty - Sending wishes for the best new year ever and more terrific KZbin videos. I learn something new every time I watch you. I love how this painting evolved and how you talk about the process. It is beautiful. The colors are wonderful. I cannot wait for your new course to be launched. Thank you for sharing.

[@BettyFranksArt]

I'm glad you enjoyed the video, Marilyn!

[@SashaFitzgerald]

I loved watching the painting unfold! It looks so beautiful in your client’s home!

[@BettyFranksArt]

I appreciate you watching and commenting, Sasha!

[@ulrikeselleckart]

Thank you so much, Betty! Fabulous piece! Congrats to you and Vicky! What a beautiful home she has! Perfect for your gorgeous art! And yes, good for you to post what you want, instead of catering to the silly algorithm which wants us to post reels. We're not robots, after all! I love being consistent. Consistently human!! Much Love, darling, and thanks again for so generously sharing your creative process!!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Hi Ulrike! Glad you enjoyed the video. I'm certainly loving that piece in her home. It's perfect. And, as for IG, well, you know how I feel. I'm so much happier mostly posting regular photos again. Yay! Let's stay human, right?!

[@ulrikeselleckart]

@@BettyFranksArt Always!! And Divine, haha! Thanks sweetums. Just love your art and whole Self.

[@thegreensun4944]

I love your long videos ☺️ thanks so much for sharing!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Glad you like them! Thanks so much for watching them!!

[@lesliesmith8591]

Love the painting and the way you explained your process in the video. Thanks. Happy New YEAR.🎉

[@BettyFranksArt]

I'm glad you enjoyed the video, Leslie!

[@kayhight7837]

People have asked you if you'll "continue to paint in this style." I hope they've been watching because your style is developing and changing quickly, as all artist do. Great job, love the STYLE -

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you kindly, Kay! I agree...my art is evolving slowly!

[@marychristophi6688]

Wonderful artwork

[@BettyFranksArt]

@@marychristophi6688 Thank you, Mary!

[@anninlq]

Thank you so much for sharing! I painted with oils for 20 plus years and quit. I was sick of the mess the toxins etc. And my attention was redirected toward another passion (grandchildren). 🥰 I hadn’t painted really for 8 plus years. After watching three hours straight of you painting. I dove back in. Acrylic paints are such a joy. And your work is filled with happiness vibes! Truly, THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR SHARING,

[@BettyFranksArt]

Welcome back to painting! I'm so glad you enjoyed my video and that you're back to doing something you love!

[@nancyfern8044]

This is so lovely. I love the soft diffused quality of the many layered colors. I was reminded of the Impressionists painters.

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thanks, Nancy! Yes, it has that impressionist feel to it!

[@myrnafanney9575]

Well, speaking of lighting you up, watching you create "lights me up!" This piece is fabulous! Happy New Year!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you kindly, Myrna!

[@emmanuelpower2439]

Just watched this all again because i love the way you talk about the challenges and how you approach the problems you encounter.

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thanks, Emmanuel! I think I need to listen to the advice I gave myself. I'm really struggling with a large piece this week!

[@inglishhomeandgarden8386]

Just found your channel. Watching while knitting - great combination! I understand the pressure of creating commission pieces, but I also understand that when you nail it, you've got some very happy clients. I loved this painting, and I'm totally inspired!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Yes, when I'm done, I'm always super happy....as are the clients. Best feeling! Thanks so much for finding my channel and my art!! Welcome!

[@tammieoneal5964]

I love seeing your start to finish process that you narrate so I get the why. Thank you!

[@BettyFranksArt]

I'm so glad you're enjoying my videos, Tammie! Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@ginam.8378]

This is so fun to watch! Love your process. About the black... mixing other colours in is a great idea. I'm a graphic designer and whenever we need to cover a large printed area in black we generally use a combination of the other process colours (magenta, cyan, yellow) and can adjust it to be warm or cool, depending on the other colours in the pieces. We refer ti it as "rich black'. I had more depth, more ink coverage and looks far better. Cool connection!

[@BettyFranksArt]

I appreciate you watching and commenting, Gina!

[@tendr247]

I’m a Vicki....lol. I pretended it was mine and I was saying I love turquoise and purples...I love everything you do. You should never stress. Seriously. ( though I do because I love abstract but most ppl I know,don’t.)

[@BettyFranksArt]

Hi Vicki! You're funny! I'm so glad you liked watching me create this one!

[@kathleen0823]

Love your art work. I have a 4 ft by 4 ft canvas. I am getting ready to paint it thank you for inspiring me. I also like how you share your process of creating your paintings. Thank you.

[@BettyFranksArt]

That's exciting, Kathleen! Wishing you tons of fun creating!

[@saimemunir2543]

Love your videos. Always so informative. Don’t mind long ones- longer the better 😊 Keep doing what you’re doing. Looking forward to finding out more about your new course! 💗

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you kindly, Saime!

[@mydearRita]

I’m so grateful for each video you post. Thank you for sharing your art.

[@BettyFranksArt]

I'm so grateful to you for your support of my art and my videos, Rita! Thank you!!

[@deborahpaulin1188]

I wish I could see this live and up close. I see rivers and islands and so many magical elements here. The colors are beautiful. Lucky Vicki! ❤

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you, Deborah! I have a close up video portion at the every end.

[@deborahpaulin1188]

@@BettyFranksArt 😊 I watched that and love the close peeks at all the detail. I mean LIVE... lol!! Love your work.

[@BettyFranksArt]

@Deborah Paulin Oh! Yes, wish you could, too. It's so much better in person! 🥰

[@pjlart2023]

!!WOW!! AWESOME!!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@artfervorpaintings]

Gorgeous artwork … love your paintings

[@BettyFranksArt]

So happy you're enjoying my videos!

[@artfervorpaintings]

@@BettyFranksArt I love your paintings so much. I watch your videos often as they inspire me no matter what mood I am in… one day, when I can be well off, I will buy many of your large paintings.

[@thalie9048]

Yeah! Yes please to continue posting long videos! I just love them!

[@BettyFranksArt]

I'm glad you enjoyed the video, Thalie!

[@Esmeralda-bg7qq]

I love watching the process. Love the beginning stages with the yellow, orange and pinks. So warm. Beautiful painting Betty!

[@BettyFranksArt]

The beginning is always so loose and free. Thanks for watching, Esmeralda!

[@reneecarbone4695]

I love the way the “not working upper left” was almost like negative space. Everything you do looks great. Thanks for this video as well.

[@BettyFranksArt]

You're very kind, Renee! Thank you!!

[@patriciajaroslawski402]

Absolutely stunning!!!!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Many thanks, Patricia!

[@cynthiahowe2995]

Hi Betty, thank you so much for this video…. I was fascinated with this whole process and in particular with your comments as you go along. I have just completed a commission, 2 abstract paintings for a friend, you described all of my emotions going through the whole process, could have been me commenting, using the exact words I was saying to myself. This validated that it is normal to have these feelings, we all go through the same thought processes! Fascinating…. Loved your finished product, wonderful!!!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thanks so much for watching the video to the end, Cynthia!

[@debtempleton9424]

Hi Betty. I love love love this piece also. Once again great to watch your process - gorgeous outcome. I'm really pleased you left that forest green in the lower left hand quadrant, otherwise you may have painted over the 'face' that jumped out to me........ fantastic!

[@BettyFranksArt]

I'm glad you enjoyed the video, Deb!

[@221b-Maker-Street]

This piece looks fabulous in the client's space, Betty. Beautiful work.

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you kindly, Vatican!

[@jillmcnamara855]

Lovely…I enjoyed how you said it often “doesn’t flow”……it is such a key when creating! It isn’t just instant but the process comes in stages. Love watching your work and final piece!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Yes....that whole flow thing can't be forced. It takes time for it to come together. All part of the process!

[@joancollier4488]

Great to see you back Betty! Looking forward to checking out the course too. Just reading through ALL the comments and need to add that there is NO problem with the sound. I'll say no more! Except to say Happy New Year for 2023!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you kindly, Joan and Happy New Year too!

[@pamjennings825]

I love this painting and watching you create was such a pleasure!! On your studio tour at the end, your other larger painting on the wall is gorgeous!!

[@BettyFranksArt]

I appreciate you watching and commenting, Pam!

[@billbeverlyhudgins7989]

I have missed your you tube videos 😊 love this one ❤

[@BettyFranksArt]

I'll have another one uploaded soon. I ran out of space on my laptop. I've ordered a backup drive. Waiting for that to be set up so that I can finish editing and uploading videos.

[@VBeeMe]

I signed up for your course. I have no idea how I am going to sleep tonight.

[@BettyFranksArt]

Haha...Love it! I think you're going to love the course and creating with me. Thanks so much for signing up, Valerie!

[@sarahjemmett4775]

What a stunning piece! Fun to watch it underway.

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you kindly, Sarah!

[@nancyhaller1131]

LOVE IT! LOVE YOU!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you kindly, Nancy!

[@marianburns7474]

So beautiful Betty! Looking forward to you launching your art course!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you kindly, Marian!

[@katja3430]

What a nice suprise to see a video of you again! 🥰 love your art. Wishing you a great new year!

[@BettyFranksArt]

I'm glad you enjoyed the video, Kat and Happy New Year too!

[@trishmcclelland7477]

Your art work is amazing Betty. Wonderful to watch you painting. The sound on video is perfect. Maybe that guy who complained needs a new phone ?? Happy New Year 2023. Cheers Trish Australia

[@BettyFranksArt]

I appreciate you watching and commenting, Trish and Happy 2023 too!

[@TheLisbethK]

I do really like that dark green section and you have incorporated the rust in beautifully - there are some really interesting sections where the rust is smooshed/scrubbed in with the other colours. I love that centre middle section at the bottom of the painting too. Beautiful :) PS I love hearing you talk about your work and your decision-making. The sound is fine. :) You are really generous in sharing this.

[@BettyFranksArt]

I appreciate you watching and commenting, Libby!

[@maureenkennedy1224]

Thanks!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Wow! Thank you kindly, Maureen!

[@DLR122]

I love your videos, and I look forward to them every time. They are definitely not too long. 🌼🌸🏵

[@BettyFranksArt]

I appreciate you watching to the end!

[@ismetavresk1986]

Dear Betty! Have a happy New year, wish all blessings comes to your way!

[@BettyFranksArt]

I appreciate you watching and commenting, Ismeta!

[@amherst88]

Always love watching you work Betty ❤

[@BettyFranksArt]

I appreciate you watching to the end!

[@kimbazzani8697]

Beautiful, love the colors 🩵 love watching you create, 😊

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thanks so much 😊

[@kimbazzani8697]

@@BettyFranksArt your welcome 🤗

[@rdstewart2253]

Thanks for sharing. I feel I always take away something from watching your process! I especially love how you share your thoughts and insecurity about the piece. How can I stop seeking representation in abstracts?

[@BettyFranksArt]

Glad you enjoyed the video! I'm not sure how to answer your question. Are you seeing representational images in abstract artwork or are you creating abstracts and you're adding representational pieces?

[@debbiesheridan3334]

Hi Betty, I wasn't too sure about this one, I can usually see/read flowers or garden somewhere, but not in this one really. I love the teal. But felt the pallet was mostly cool. I was missing pink!😀. I know you said your client asked for some rusty gold. When the final piece was in situation hey presto! It really worked, especially against the background of her wall colours ...she added to the look with her soft furnishings as well. I'm sure she was delighted with the end result. I am an English 70 yr old teenager living in Spain...I enjoy oil painting.. seascapes and horses, large florals, and have also tried my hand at abstract...but as I have an architectural background, I seem to always paint geometrical abstracts, but am trying to loosen up. Your style is such fun to watch, and I've had a go! but although I'm painting a looser, more relaxed style now my pieces are still very much linear. Well maybe I will develop a style of my own one day. 🤷‍♀️😀 I will keep at it!! Thank you for your videos. I love them. Ps we are down sizing soon, and I will lose my art studio.🤦‍♀️.all my paints are packed away so I am using my small watercolour set, to amuse myself....very Kind Regards Debs in Spain ❤

[@BettyFranksArt]

Hi Debs! So cool that you're in Spain. I'm sorry to hear that you're losing your art studio. Sounds like you're finding a way to stay create with the watercolors. Thanks so much for watching my videos and following my art adventures!

[@lisettejohannsen7780]

Hii from Denmark:-D .Love it and i love the value and the darker marks too because it gives a lot af contrast. And so nice to watch longer demo, keep doing that. Thanks

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thanks for watching!

[@barbithrapp242]

Absolutely love this! Thank you so much for this awesome video!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you kindly, Barbi!

[@audreydiller8144]

Beautiful!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you!

[@theartofln7162]

Betty! THANK YOU!!! Your commentary was so freeing for me as an artist! You said many things I resonated with, especially imposter syndrome! Lol 😂 And I love your work!!! Just beautiful ❤

[@BettyFranksArt]

I'm so glad you enjoyed the video and my commentary! Thanks so much!

[@astridglodek3099]

Loved loved loved watching you work thru this commission! It turned out fantastically good. I also loved the Hunter green your incorporated. It looked fabulous in your client’s home. Happy New Year Betty . Looking forward to your videos which I so enjoy.👍🏼💕

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you so much, Astrid! Glad you enjoyed the video! Happy 2023 to you!

[@zuzanamaninkova9310]

Milá Betty, obrazy sú krásne a interiér lahodný. Dúfam, že sa darí aj predaj. Ako sa máte. Bozkáva Susy.

[@BettyFranksArt]

Many thanks, Susy!

[@PaulWalesArt]

Always enjoy your videos Betty. I was surprised to see a commission based on your past commitment... lol... but it's great that first it was local to avoid shipping and second it was a fellow artist who understands the process and who loves your work. It's beautiful and looks stunning in the room. Be well!

[@BettyFranksArt]

I'm glad you enjoyed the video!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Yes, I know I said I wouldn't do any more commissions. 😁 But, I also said I would take a break and reassess. I kept getting requests, so I thought I'd try again. Well, it's still hard, but a little easier. 🥰

[@PaulWalesArt]

@@BettyFranksArt as long as you're enjoying yourself Betty I say go for it. Your work is consistently beautiful. Be well!

[@yosh254]

Wow! Very beautiful, Betty! Happy New Year!

[@BettyFranksArt]

I appreciate you watching and commenting, Yoah and Happy New Year too!

[@jeanedwards1857]

I really liked the red you put in at the end as a complimentary color.

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thanks, Jean! I think it needed just a touch of a complimentary color.

[@craftbird1]

Thank you for you wonderful art. Happy new year.

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you kindly, Jane and Happy New Year too!

[@elegantstarstrawberry]

Fantastic work! Very refreshed 😌☺️😊 Happy to see it

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you so much, Esther!

[@theresachinea915]

love this piece. reminds me of a waterscape

[@BettyFranksArt]

Yes! It definitely has that feel with all the blues and the movement!

[@saraquattlebaum7519]

One of my very favorites!!!❤❤

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you so much!

[@mimimi-z9j]

i like it a lot, beautiful.

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you, Janina!

[@annschwarz2094]

Love this piece! Are you doing the the mark making with regular pastels at the beginning then oil pastels at the end?

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thanks, Ann! I don't like to use oil pastels (they never dry!). I'm using a variety of water soluble pencils/crayons. I also like to use China markers. Here's a link to my fav art supplies: www.bettyfranksart.com/my-favorite-art-supplies

[@lisabarnes6919]

It does look beautiful 🥰

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you, Lisa!

[@morningdewgarden7432]

I really loved it before the greens were added but the client gets what they want I suppose. It's still beautiful and I know she loves it!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Yes...I was meeting the client's expectations. I love how it turned out! Thanks so much for watching!

[@Teal_Seal]

Reels are good for sharing, but I prefer the longer demonstrations. Love hearing your thought process. As a beginner, it’s encouraging to see your paintings evolve. I love how the end result often looks completely different from the beginning. This helps me get through the times I get stuck and frustrated with my own. It’s not over until it’s over!! 😂

[@BettyFranksArt]

So true! It's not over until YOU say it's over! Thanks so much for watching this video!

[@suzannekoenen3084]

thanks so much for sharing

[@BettyFranksArt]

You are so welcome, Suzanne! I appreciate you watching!

[@kbd2076]

Beautiful work… thanks 👍

[@BettyFranksArt]

Many thanks!

[@kathbiddle-dutton7069]

@@BettyFranksArt I just signed up for your class 👏👏 thanks

[@minikolache]

Love your style! Your videos are truly inspiring 👏🏼 what is the size of the largest royal Langnickel brush you use on your large paintings ?

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thanks, Lili! I think the largest is a 14 or something like that.

[@beatrizpatalotart]

Yay, I’m from the Bay Area too!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Awesome!

[@Komponents]

I wondered about the rust when you added it, didn’t remember you using it before.

[@BettyFranksArt]

Hi Kay, I'm not sure where you were in the video when you made this comment--beginning, end? I used some rust in the beginning. I was squeezing it out directly from the tube onto the canvas. I didn't call it out because I think I was talking about something at the time. I then brought some of the rust color back again towards the end. Thanks so much for watching!

[@nancyfern8044]

I so enjoy watching you create & pull your painting all together. It's magical. The big fat brush you used to apply the black paint, can you share the brand, size & where you got it? It looks so efficient & luscious.

[@BettyFranksArt]

Hi Nancy, I apologize for my delayed response. I had to remember to check when I was at the studio. It's a Royal & Langnickel brush, but I can't read anything more about it on my handle because it's covered in paint. I hope you can find it!

[@lenanorling2774]

You are magic❣

[@BettyFranksArt]

Many thanks for sticking around to the end, Lena!

[@leannw2137]

Not a fan of the reels. Glad to hear you are stepping away from reels. Yay. This is a beautiful painting.

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thanks, Leann! Well, let's just say I took a big step back, but I'm still doing a couple of them a week. It's so much easier now!

[@christinehahn7747]

I am wondering if the oil pastels will react when varnishing. I did an acrylic on canvas, and used oil pastels to mark in between layers of paint. Some areas have exposed pastel linework which I'd like to leave as is. I am planning to varnish with liquitex satin varnish. Also, wondering about pencil marks. Thanks for your help!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Hi Christine! It's harder to varnish oil pastels...because they are oil. That's why I stopped using them. You'll want to use a spray varnish for oils first then you can use a water based varnish (like Liquitex). Pencil marks and crayons, etc, will be protected with the spray varnish. Here's a link to my video on varnishing acrylics: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mIekdJqIlsllh80

[@christinehahn7747]

@@BettyFranksArt thanks so much!

[@stephaniebouletartistepein5327]

Thank you for your vidéo, you inspired me to paint today. Thanks !

[@BettyFranksArt]

Yay! Love hearing that. Have fun, Stephanie!

[@roserivera4557]

Amazing creativity!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you kindly, Rose!

[@acaring2440]

Awesome !!!!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thanks!

[@TamboArtwork]

Hey Betty. I love love your art. I was curious about your name. Some places I see Franks, Krause, and KrauseFranks.

[@BettyFranksArt]

Hiya! I went by Betty Krause Art. In 2021, I changed my name to Betty Franks Art.

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Also... i follow you on insta, and just want to mention that i pay more attention to still photos of artworks.

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Thank you for telling me that! I like the photos so much better, too!

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Thanks so much for watching the video to the end, Helen!