BobBlast 397 "Best of BobBlast - Colorful Figures - Together"

Weekly BobBlast Issue 397
Colorful Figures… Together
Welcome Back to Another BobBlast!
Figures! This BobBlast is a quick demo of figures from my Carrot People files. This time though, I am painting more than one figure in my painting!
For me, two together in the same painting implies a story. When I practice painting a single figure, there is not necessarily a story; it can be rather neutral, in fact. But put two figures together, you have an instant story! A colorful painting of a couple tells an upbeat story for me.
In the demo, you can watch me add a second figure to an existing painting of one figure. No matter what color wheel I am using (the Universal Color Wheel or my Goof-Proof Color Wheel) I like to begin with a monochromatic color scheme - generally light orange or red.
Next, I place the second person in close relationship to the existing figure. I start with the focal point - the face - of the second figure.
After these initial steps, I continue to paint all over the surface. Painting the story is key for me. I always say, "It doesn't matter how you communicate… it just matters that you do."
And always… I like to title the painting first. When your painting matches your title, it's finished! Paint your story!
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You will love it!

[@lsfalsfa5801]

These are favorites... where Bob just paints and talks through it. You could do dozens of these and we would all be happy campers.

[@leesvision]

im a artist, and have been depressed with no creativity ( basically dead ) for years till i found you recently bob, and you brought me back to life. ive never wanted a art teacher but i would be your apprentice any day. you had me with your style of painting of " make a mess" and " lets do all the things they told you not too " i mostly work in graphite and color pencil and have a more realistic style of drawing. i would really love to send you one of my art works to do whatever you want with, as a thank you for your videos

[@spencerbergquist781]

Very nice lesson Bob. Love your work

[@brianchard8039]

Thanks I just love doing this sort of thing ,it brings people into my life, thanks Bob

[@veggiechef39]

I have just discovered your channel, which I love. I've been trying to loosen up with my paintings and have watched many other KZbinrs teach this. But you, Mr. Burridge, have finally gotten through to me like no other teacher has. It's all clicking now, thanks to your amazing methods. Thank you! You rock!

[@RobertBurridge]

Thank you!

[@rita80707]

Oh how wonderful to see how things come into shape! Loved it!! Thank you!

[@ZarpeParadise]

Thank you. Love to watch you talk and paint. This piece has much movement!

[@teresajordao6634]

Beautiful paintings! I really like it when they tell a story. Thanks!😊👏👏

[@GiaNicci100]

Hi Bob, I've always enjoyed your figures in your work. I've been practicing fashion most my life and now want to paint suggestive abstract and your figures are how I want to present mine. So glad to have found your presentations. ❤🐞

[@bobburridge4696]

Thank you!

[@rita80707]

I love to watch your videos! Wowwww

[@sheilagilleland4312]

I completely agree , about changing your mind🌟

[@RobertBurridge]

Great minds!

[@dianecharest8365]

Thank you Bob. I learn something everytime I watch one of your videos.

[@RobertBurridge]

Thank you Diane - I am glad you are enjoying the BobBlasts!

[@andysimpson476]

I absolutely love the way you make your paintings come alive, and the stories that they contain can have millions of outcomes, it takes the art subject to unknown dimensions!

[@RobertBurridge]

Thank you!

[@heidekrause469]

Thank you very much for sharing you ideas. I love watching all of your demo's. I always get so much tips and ideas and tips from them.

[@leonardorubio9284]

Excelente!! Como todos los trabajos que realiza 😎👏👏👏👏

[@andreaharley4047]

Although its a repeat i still love watching yr videos Bob. My only concern is that you are well and yr not ill. Take care yr very much appreciated.🙏

[@suesea5516]

Fantastic work! For added drama put the guy's wife in the background with her hands on her hips.🤭

[@sharonmorelli6056]

Totally love this!I love the Rembrandt lighting, thank you so much🥰

[@bobburridge4696]

Thank you!

[@bluebee4157]

Beautiful and amazing flow of forms and colour. Love your work Bob.

[@bobburridge4696]

Thank you very much!

[@donnamelendez9418]

❤ it!!! Very instructive in a loose way. Thank you!

[@RobertBurridge]

Thanks Donna! Loose is my middle name!

[@paulinehughes5325]

Thanks B0b!!

[@RobertBurridge]

Thank you!

[@tonyeye101]

Thank you, I just love these!

[@chrislee-anneminturn5111]

I love watching your videos Bob & the Team. They are inspirational & encouraging.

[@PenguiinArc]

Wow ..I remember the carrots lesson It was the best. I learnt a new trick and I topped my art class last year because of you Thou I used alcohol instead of the spirit you told us😂 couldn't find the spirit I got suspended from school that very week😂😂 It was really an amazing experience Thank you Mr. Bob

[@RobertBurridge]

Thanks for enjoying! I liked your story - paint that! Bob

[@trinesandns4947]

Love your figures! So much life.

[@Malerin90]

I love your Art and you are very, very good Teacher. Spring greetings from Vienna.❤

[@RobertBurridge]

Thank you! Spring must be beautiful in Vienna!

[@katflowfishfisher878]

YOU are Amazing!.. Over the top happy to have found You!

[@RobertBurridge]

Thanks! All my BobBlasts are archived on my website - www.RobertBurridge.com. You can binge-watch!

[@frankfolino3118]

Just so much FUN!!

[@jneigler]

Love it!

[@MsCaleb79]

After Picasso, Bob is the next best

[@jonlizsam]

Hi Bob. Love your videos. It mostly these days I’ve been painting and watercolor and so I did this wooden watercolor instead of just whining about it I like the way it turned out although I kind of had to do it backwards anyway great video thank you again for all you do for us artist out there who want to learn more

[@RobertBurridge]

Thank you Mary! Make sure you are having fun too! Very important!

[@paulterl4563]

Deja vu'? :) P.X. : now I get it. Is "the best of", ok .

[@Midgy21747]

I'm such a fan.

[@RobertBurridge]

Thank you!

[@ledasoaresmaia1517]

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[@grmobile6696]

Best everrr Bob

[@RobertBurridge]

Thanks!