Reflections Over Water - Squeegee Art Technique - Abstract Art Painting

I wanted to do more Abstract Art, using fluid paint, on different surface areas, using various tools and techniques. Today I am painting with a squeegee and a tile grouter! It makes some wonderful indents and patterns and this is one of my most favourite abstract pieces I have made to date.
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Today's Tutorial Information:
▶ Technique: Abstract Art - Painting with a Squeegee and Grouter
▶ Pouring Medium formula: My paints are mixed with a pouring medium and water. I use good quality paints that have a good binder. My pouring medium is Owatrol Floetrol. I use a ration of 1:3:1 - paint: pouring medium: water. You may have to adjust your ratios depending on the paint brands you use.
▶ Color Palette:
Amsterdam: Titanium white, Lamp Black, Brilliant Blue, Sky Blue Light, Turquoise Blue,
Winsor & Newton: Cobalt Blue
Pebeo: Iridescent Gold
▶ Hair dryer: When I use a hair dryer I use the Remington D3010 and always use the cool setting and the lowest blow speed.
Time stamps:
There are hints, tips and knowledge sharing throughout the video! So stay tuned throughout to get full advantage of the process and information.
00:01 - Welcome and Concept
00:57 - The surface and tools
01:14 - The Palette
01:51 - Layering the paint for the base
03:18 - Adding more paint details to squeegee
05:26 - Adding some depth and texture
06:01 - Removing the tape and Close Ups
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[@shaunferris3784]

Love this it’s like a beautiful forest that’s overlooked by a warm and inviting lake. This draws me in and fills me with emotion, calmness and tranquility. Beautifully stunning xx

[@MarkJRatcliffeArt]

Thank you so much. That really means a lot 💙

[@cherylburkitt9722]

Underwater sunken treasure ship❤😊 I love it

[@MarkJRatcliffeArt]

Oh I love that interpretation- thank you 🤩

[@vanessamoyes6243]

I see a yacht marina from the air ❤

[@MarkJRatcliffeArt]

Ohhhh love that! Thank you 🙏

[@daisymay4183]

I love ❤️ it. It looks like trees reflecting in the water. So Simple So Beautiful. Thanks for your creativity Mark ❣️

[@MarkJRatcliffeArt]

Thank you so much 😀

[@shelbybrehms8548]

I didn't think I would like it, but I do!

[@MarkJRatcliffeArt]

Yay! 🙌🏻

[@3dlovely]

Mark! What a great idea. I totally agree with you in the way you finally displayed it. So interesting. I really enjoyed the whole process. Thank you for sharing this new, innovative idea. I can't wait to see what is next. Denise ❤

[@MarkJRatcliffeArt]

Thank you so so much Denise! Yay! So happy you like this one and for me at the moment it’s about exploring my creativity, so thank you for your positivity and encouragement xx

[@julioa.maestre593]

Realmente hermoso.... gracias por tu generosidad 👏👏👏

[@MarkJRatcliffeArt]

Thank you so much ☺️

[@shirleyoates4584]

Amazing outcome Mark the choice of orientation is perfect 👌

[@MarkJRatcliffeArt]

Thank you so much ☺️

[@maryfuqua1108]

Beautiful

[@MarkJRatcliffeArt]

Thank you 🤩🙏

[@antonietta2874]

Love this!

[@MarkJRatcliffeArt]

Thanks so much 🤩

[@KelliSmith-mj5hc]

This rocks! I am trying this! Thank you, Mark. ❤

[@MarkJRatcliffeArt]

Wonderful! Hope you have fun 🤩

[@cyngailey7872]

This is great. Gonna try it.

[@MarkJRatcliffeArt]

Thank you. Please let me know how you get on 🤩

[@juliesmith3577]

Love it ❤

[@MarkJRatcliffeArt]

Thank you Julie 🤩

[@kathyz8203]

Very cool! I love the texture❤

[@MarkJRatcliffeArt]

Thanks so much 🤩

[@SylvieBoisjoliLuc-cd7ke]

Wow im not expecting that ❤

[@MarkJRatcliffeArt]

🤩🤩🤩 thank you

[@DeboraMoerike]

Love,

[@MarkJRatcliffeArt]

Thank you Debora 🤩

[@pamelar3607]

O I'm definitely a fan of anything abstract like this. Great video. Simple as simple could be. Thanks for the inspiration!!

[@MarkJRatcliffeArt]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you 🙏

[@Wasp573]

I really like it ❤

[@MarkJRatcliffeArt]

Thank you so much ☺️

[@MT-bc1we]

I like how it is not defined or meant to be looked at in any one specific direction. I see so many different things as you rotate it. It is a fantabulous piece.

[@MarkJRatcliffeArt]

Thank you so much! I appreciate you taking time to look at it and see different things

[@mariontheantiquarian7849]

Love this. It’s really beautiful. I have done some fun squeegee art, but nothing as beautiful as this.

[@MarkJRatcliffeArt]

Wow, thank you!🤩

[@mywifetheartist]

Mark so creative and beautiful. ❤❤❤❤

[@MarkJRatcliffeArt]

Thanks so much 😊

[@donnamyhre5202]

Mark I love this! I feel like I’m walking past a lake in the summer with snow capped mountains.

[@MarkJRatcliffeArt]

Perfect feeling. Thank you 🤩

[@caobita]

Hey Mark, you're right about the trees, the lake and the reflections. It also reminds me of the Navajo design horse blankets which I love. The end result of this piece is gorgeous. So good you varied the pressure when you used the squeegee. And it was a great idea to use the tile tool. It's ALWAYS a joy to watch your videos because you are so incredibly creative and you have all these new fantastic ideas. It never gets boring to watch. Great job again 🖒💖

[@MarkJRatcliffeArt]

Oh wow thank you so much. I always appreciate your comments and your continued support and encouragement 🤩

[@martaguziewicz8955]

Love it, simple, abstract ❤

[@MarkJRatcliffeArt]

Thank you! 😊

[@ramonaklassen9280]

This one took me back to reviewing your course again. I did post a painting I did last night, and had the same thought. I really love the uniqueness of this creative piece you did here. The simplicity makes it really a special beauty. Keep exploring, you are coming up with some Good ones.

[@MarkJRatcliffeArt]

I'll check it out! Thank you so much Ramona. 🤩

[@mariajesuscoronadogonzalez5223]

Me parece genial, que con dos simples herramientas hayas hecho una obra tan bonita. Un saludo

[@MarkJRatcliffeArt]

Wow thank you so much ☺️

[@hollyhawkes4082]

Mark that was so beautiful. It reminds me of what I saw I Yuma Arizona. I love the direction you are going

[@MarkJRatcliffeArt]

Thank you so much Holly 🤩

[@judymcgrath1566]

Thanks Mark for another great idea,!! Love how this turned out. Thanks for sharing ,& have a great weekend.😊💖

[@MarkJRatcliffeArt]

You are so welcome 🙏 Thank you x

[@MaddyT54321]

Really love this one Mark ❤. In this abstract artwork I see a sail boat on rippling water. 😊

[@MarkJRatcliffeArt]

Wow amazing! Thank you Maddy for sharing what you see ⛵️

[@juanrendon8165]

If I was to name this picture it would be illusions.Of course everyone's mind works different.Loved it.❤❤👍👍👍.

[@MarkJRatcliffeArt]

I love your interpretation- thank you so much for sharing with me

[@janebrownell6828]

Very cool. When it's horizontal I see paint brushes.

[@MarkJRatcliffeArt]

Amazing! Thanks so much for letting me know

[@Susan.Burns63]

Wow 😳 it looks like a boat gliding past and it's reflection ❤. What a fantastic idea 👌 it's beautiful Mark 💐

[@MarkJRatcliffeArt]

Glad you enjoyed it, and thanks so much for letting me know 🤩💜

[@claudiamann7111]

Beautiful. Would never have thought of using a squeegee. Thanks for sharing.

[@MarkJRatcliffeArt]

You are so welcome! 🤗

[@ArtbyDebraRose]

Mark I absolutely love this so much. What a beautiful inspiration. I am going to try this. Thank you for sharing your beautiful process with us all.

[@MarkJRatcliffeArt]

Thanks so much 😊

[@carolineg.5461]

Hello Mark !! 🥰 I love soooo much this piece. It's new and verry interesting. It's like a 3D effect for me. 💙 the color and the design are sooo beautiful. 💙💙💙 I remember when I'm young we went near the river where there was water as far as the eye could see. Gulls singing in the distance, happy to feed on fish caught in the river. I remember often looking at the ripples on the surface of the water. This fascinated me. Barely a sway on the surface of the water then the sun reflecting on the surface of the water. It was magical for the little girl I was. The gold of your canvas represents the sun. 😊 The further I looked, the bigger the waves were. What I can see when the relief on your canvas enlarges. 😉 The tide was gradually rising towards me as the day went on. 😍 This is the memory that came to me when I looked at your dried work of art. The meaning you gave it transported me to my distant childhood. A magnificent memory for me that you brought back with this painting and your creativity. 🎉🎉 Thank you Mark and may Love be there in your life!! ❤🧡💛

[@MarkJRatcliffeArt]

Thank you so much for such a lovely comment and well wishes PLUS sharing what this piece personally means to you. 💜🤩

[@lavaunnelson4259]

❤❤❤love this abstract piece 🎉🎉🎉❤

[@MarkJRatcliffeArt]

I appreciate that thank you 🤩

[@trycegallion]

So calming I just love your energy it's such a soothing and inspiring piece thanks

[@MarkJRatcliffeArt]

Thanks so much 🤩

[@jeanettewhite2144]

Lovely piece Mark ❤

[@MarkJRatcliffeArt]

Thank you 🤩

[@artfuljune]

❤ another good r example for us!

[@MarkJRatcliffeArt]

Thank you 🤩

[@debrahaberman5592]

Very nice!! ❤

[@MarkJRatcliffeArt]

Thank you! 😊

[@carlabeel8997]

This is really cool ❤ Mark I love how creative you are ☕️ xx

[@MarkJRatcliffeArt]

Thanks so much 😊 I really appreciate that Carla

[@carlabeel8997]

@@MarkJRatcliffeArt Hey Mark what’s the temperature in the UK? We are having our June gloom days 🌷

[@MarkJRatcliffeArt]

@@carlabeel8997weather is dreadful here!

[@trycegallion]

It's beautiful

[@MarkJRatcliffeArt]

Thank you 🤩

[@trycegallion]

The dock and steps down to the water

[@ssb9489]

Love it ❤

[@MarkJRatcliffeArt]

Thank you 🤩