Impressionist Painting Techniques: BRUSHWORK (Part 2 of 5)

In this second video of our Impressionist Painting Techniques series, we delve into the importance of brushwork in creating expressive, impressionistic paintings. We explore the key differences between the approach of the Impressionists and the Old Masters, and why brushwork played such a crucial role in the Impressionist rebellion. We'll cover five expert tips for achieving loose, gestural brushwork, including selecting the right brush, working quicker, and using a limited color palette. By the end of this video, you'll be armed with the tools you need to Impressionist brushwork techniques to create truly vibrant, expressive works of art. Don't forget to like and share this video if you find it useful!
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[@carolinegreene372]

Malcolm, your videos get me all fired up and I can’t wait to get to painting! You’re so encouraging and it helps to know that probably most of us struggle with the dreaded detail temptation.

[@MalcolmDewey]

You are so welcome

[@mehmetsinanyanar8778]

Malcolm, thank you so much for the invaluable information you gave. As a newbie artist, I make much of your videos. I do appreciate your concern and effort. Your suggestions and inspirational words make me and perhaps most of your followers work harder on the way of enhancing our world!

[@MalcolmDewey]

You are very welcome, I am happy to hear that.

[@dbauerlien]

Thank you!!

[@phillipschmidtpottery]

Wow! Thank you! I’m so inspired and i will go paint now and not be scared tonight. Painting is SCARY! I don’t know why.

[@MalcolmDewey]

You can do it! Nobody to judge so relax and have fun.

[@phillipschmidtpottery]

@@MalcolmDeweythankfully the switch from acrylic to oil was not as hard as i thought it would be. I’m enjoying not remixing my dried colors every ten minutes 😂. But the alla prima softness and blendability is not easy. I really want to go wild in my mind’s eye, like the post-impressionists and less-crazy fauves, but when it comes down to it, i hesitantly paint what i see. Maybe it’s about learning how to see differently to paint like that. I really like your style, reminds me of Jane Peterson a bit (from the 1920’s or so). Thank you for being such a great teacher! Do you have any post-impressionist tutorials?

[@MalcolmDewey]

@@phillipschmidtpottery With post-impressionists I think of Matisse, Cezanne and you could add Van Gogh too. I cannot specifically say which of my paintings are post-impressionist. But I do take some influence from them such as the recent acrylics demos kzbin.info/www/bejne/maC6eHeEfrCEf5I It is important to push color and simplification of shapes to get that graphic influence. Japanese prints were a big influence for those painters.

[@manjiabanti]

Very nice sir

[@daisybird1952]

I thank you so much for your generosity in sharing information that has been invaluable to me and others. You explain everything so well and dare I say in a humble way that gives us all hope in achieving it. 🙂 Love your work...

[@MalcolmDewey]

Thank you, it's a pleasure 😊

[@vesnabreskvar9082]

Thank you very much,Malcolm! A great pleasure to watch this! It looks so easy,BUT...😅

[@MalcolmDewey]

Thanks Vesna, You do it too 😊

[@gwenboswell7181]

Learned so much.Thank you

[@donmorrissey1453]

Thank you so much for these videos Malcolm. They have been so helpful to me for transitioning from realism to impressionism

[@MalcolmDewey]

Its a pleasure, thank you!

[@virginiareina8768]

Thank you Malcom! I'm a acrylic artist but love painting with thick paint.. These tips are awesome! Iv never tried painting with large brushes or holding my brush at the end.. Can't wait to get started!

[@MalcolmDewey]

Wonderful!

[@katt9402]

That's exactly what I wanted to say. Being largely self taught I always held my brushes whichever way felt comfortable/ natural. After seeing your video I think it's time for me to break outta my comfort zone😁

[@rachelscottart6908]

Brilliant! Thank you.

[@MalcolmDewey]

You're very welcome!

[@dubs3400]

Another “Thank you” Malcolm. I always appreciate your teachings.

[@MalcolmDewey]

You are very welcome

[@dubs3400]

@@MalcolmDewey I am looking forward to your next series. I am very interested in the Impressionist style of painting and continue to gain skills by visiting and viewing your videos. Thank you!

[@cowpunk118]

I definitely am going to try this.

[@MalcolmDewey]

Hope you enjoy

[@cowpunk118]

@@MalcolmDewey I tried a small study today, and I’ll be damned if it doesn’t look impresssionistic!

[@MalcolmDewey]

@@cowpunk118 😄

[@natalykenny2069]

Love it! Thank you❤❤❤

[@MalcolmDewey]

So glad!

[@dorothyscott701]

This series is so informative and inspirational! Hoping I can get better at Impressionism 😂🎉❤

[@MalcolmDewey]

Happy to hear that Dorothy

[@arcuda2001]

thanks so much , Malcolm.. I am really enjoying this series very much!! Norakag , here👍👍

[@MalcolmDewey]

Great to hear!

[@theponderingpilgrim4342]

I luv this lesson on brushwork Malcolm. The tips are awesome and so very appreciated. The painting in the video was amazing and how you captured the light in it incredible. Many thanks.

[@MalcolmDewey]

You are very welcome, thank you

[@gradstudent584]

I love this type of brushwork. It does look realistic if done properly.

[@MalcolmDewey]

Thank you!

[@ilmasfutehally]

Great video Malcolm! Many thanks

[@MalcolmDewey]

Many thanks!

[@kamleshsunak3176]

Thanks Malcolm

[@MalcolmDewey]

Its a pleasure!

[@mr.sean.kennedy]

Really enjoying this series, thank you Malcolm

[@MalcolmDewey]

Thanks Sean, glad to hear that.

[@terrierose5917]

Thank you for the constant encouragement, I appreciate it.

[@MalcolmDewey]

Always!

[@daleayton916]

Thank you so much for your teaching

[@MalcolmDewey]

It's a pleasure!

[@dlp9282]

This is now my art assignment for today. Thank you.

[@MalcolmDewey]

Enjoy!

[@richaleneemmanuel1516]

I'm learning so much from you and so excited to do studies now.Thanks!

[@MalcolmDewey]

Pleasure 😊

[@jesusramanujan9175]

I love you, man !

[@ranjanachand9306]

Very useful information indeed, thanks

[@MalcolmDewey]

It's a pleasure

[@KashanArtist]

Thanks so much.. God bless you 🌼

[@MalcolmDewey]

Welcome 😊

[@mona2242]

Thank you 😊

[@MalcolmDewey]

You're welcome 😊

[@fabianaviles7396]

Thank you for your suggestions, very helpful ❤

[@MalcolmDewey]

You are so welcome!

[@tetianaabramov]

Thanks ❤

[@MalcolmDewey]

You're welcome 😊

[@jazzman1626]

Oh my goodness, I’m so glad I found your channel (subscribed right away!). You have such a lot of fantastic videos. As I get older, my hands are getting more shaky and details are getting more difficult to paint. I love impressionist paintings, so your channel is going to be such a blessing. Thank you so much for sharing your talent with us.

[@MalcolmDewey]

Excellent, I am happy to hear that.

[@sheenawilson8178]

Thank you for another interesting and helpful video, keen to get practice 😘

[@MalcolmDewey]

Wonderful! Thanks Sheena

[@isabellefoubert785]

tres bon prof et tres bon peintre

[@MalcolmDewey]

Thank you!

[@carlosfrostygreen6855]

Cool

[@lynnehall246]

Thank you so much that video is so exciting I can wait to get into my studio!

[@MalcolmDewey]

You are so welcome!

[@marinab106]

I love this art series, very inspirational indeed. I'll have to put in on loop and fill up my camel's hump... I need this as a constructive and positive brainwash while in stuck-mode ❤❤❤ Thank you Malcolm❤😘🌹

[@MalcolmDewey]

😀 that's the way. Keep painting Marina 🎨

[@didierleprince6106]

Merci 😊

[@MalcolmDewey]

Its a pleasure

[@Banniesartistry]

Very informative thank you

[@MalcolmDewey]

Thanks, Glad it was helpful!

[@patricahodges3473]

Thanks so much for this. I’ve lost steadiness in my hands, and can’t do landscapes anymore. Your work and words are helping me learn a possible way to paint again.

[@MalcolmDewey]

I hope you can start soon. Any creative work will be good for you.

[@mattylamb658]

Limitations can be creative! Chuck Close started losing his eyesight and developed a unique, abstract way of painting.

[@katt9402]

Thanks for explaining simply the method, if that terminology is correct..

[@MalcolmDewey]

You are welcome!

[@annlgs7303]

I just signed up for your Impressionist class AND tree class. :)

[@MalcolmDewey]

🥰 Thank you Ann - hope you enjoy them!

[@DavetheIV]

Hi Malcolm, just recently found both your YT Channel & Home Page website. I'm watching this series are a pre-introduction to the 'Paint like an Impressionist' course that I've just purchased and am looking forward to getting paint, on to the page soon, with both this series and the main course. Meanwhile might I ask what masking tape you use to create your painting windows. Is it a low tack one? I'm soon going to buy some & would like to use one that has been 'proven!' Best regards, Dave W.

[@MalcolmDewey]

Hi Dave - actually we have little choice in tape other than basic hardware store masking tape. This one is for spray-painters so quite effective. I would not use it for regular paper though. Its fine on Arches oil paper and on panels.

[@vistaspmajor]

Thanks a lot for these videos Malcolm, well explained. Had a question - do you use different paint brushes for different colour groups in the same painting? Or would you recommend using just one brush and dry wiping between application of colours and values? Thanks!

[@MalcolmDewey]

Thank you. Best practice is to use different brushes for Lights and darks. Otherwise clean it with a little whites pirits when you change between the major values. always wipe the brush with any change of color though.

[@vistaspmajor]

Thanks for your prompt response!@@MalcolmDewey

[@callmedeno]

When doing these smaller studies are you just practicing from imagination or using photos as inspiration for composition / colors with each one?

[@MalcolmDewey]

I do use photos as inspiration.

[@marinashaduri7836]

❤❤❤🙏👍😍

[@ZuliGhani-cp6ih]

Hello sir I want to ask one question can paint impressionistic on black canvas

[@MalcolmDewey]

Yes that is possible.

[@bethanyanderson1745]

Please, are you using oil or acrylic paint in this lesson? Thank you.

[@MalcolmDewey]

Oils

[@bethanyanderson1745]

@@MalcolmDewey thank you

[@susiewilson518]

Part #3 coming soon???

[@MalcolmDewey]

This week