When a commissioned painting goes wrong! | Betty Franks Art

[@Missy-vc3mz]

Absolutely beautiful!! You must be truly hard on yourself because these paintings are amazing. I feel a crowd of people in those works 😊, love abstract art. Absolutely breathtaking.

[@Missy-vc3mz]

Ohhh okay they wanted another color. You delivered the beautiful yellow pair! Absolutely amazing and the fact that you did this on demand. You're very, very talented and very humble too. Thank you for sharing your process!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you so much, Missy! I'm mostly hard on myself when it's a commissioned painting.

[@BettyFranksArt]

In the end, the clients loved the pieces I created for them. That makes me super happy!

[@leanneward5244]

Your paintings always end up just gorgeous 😊👍

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you so much 😀

[@mycrochetobsession]

17:37 My heart sings right here. ❤

[@BettyFranksArt]

Many thanks for sticking around to the end!

[@davefionamaycockbrynaert9259]

Your work is absolutely beautiful and very inspiring. The world needs more !!

[@BettyFranksArt]

You are super kind! Thank you!

[@kayhight7837]

Betty, are you having fun no longer excepting commissions? I hope it is allowing you to paint freely moving in any way you like. Is has been many years since I accepted a commission. Last summer I was asked and decided to try once again. It took just over seven weeks to finish to the clients satisfaction, as the painting went through many changes. I kept repeating your little mantra "it's not them, it's me." In truth it was a little of one and a lot of another. 😅But I hung in there and learned a lot. We were both pleased with the end result which is all you can ask for. As for the future i'll be painting on my own and if someone likes the end result they are welcome to buy. I LOVED all six of your painting! Peace and Joy

[@BettyFranksArt]

You're sweet, Kay! This video was from a couple of years ago. I just now started accepting commissions again. Praying that they go smoothly! I'm making it clear up front that I need to paint in my own intuitive way. I'm accepting color choices, but will also be adding other colors, too, as I go. Wish me luck!!

[@jenniferwallace7185]

I always look forward to your videos and seeing your work. Thank you for being so generous with your time and art.

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you very much, Jennifer! You're very kind!

[@sharonrobinson735]

Watching you paint is mesmerizing. I’m looking forward to learning about the business of art.

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you so much, Sharon! I appreciate you watching my videos!

[@jeanninelaila4228]

I’ve been loving watching your process! Thank you so much for sharing. It’s always a joy to create a series of paintings that have a dialogue and theses ones are gorgeous. Truly inspired

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you so much, Jeannine! Glad you enjoyed watching me create these 3!

[@deborahdettor1694]

I absolutely LOVE both sets of paintings!!!😃❤️🔆

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thanks so much, Deborah! I love them both, too!

[@roburack]

These are so gorgeous

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thanks!

[@dianagilbert8690]

I so appreciate you speaking to changing painting styles and just to work through it. I'm feeling as though I need to grow and man, it is scary stepping into the unknown. I'm starting on a small canvas. I'm starting with a limited palette 🎨. Baby steps.

[@BettyFranksArt]

Right....so scary! But, I think if we do it a little at a time, it won't be tooooo uncomfortable and scary.

[@marychristophi6688]

Ow my ...... what more can i say 🧑‍🎨🧑‍🎨🧑‍🎨🧑‍🎨you are in your element 🦋🦋🦋wonderful 🍷🍷🍷

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you so much, Mary!

[@annettec5991]

I admire your work, it is so happy and colorful! You said several things during the video that resonate with me right now: that you found your voice/style, and it took a while, yet every step before that was relevant to your artistic development. That you have not gotten tired of your current style yet, but if you did the change would intuitively come. I have been asking myself that very question when looking at an artists body of work, does he/she get tired of painting in the same style over and over. You answered that question for me. I went back on your IG and is astounding to see the changes your work has been going through over the years. Happy painting💕🎨

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you so much for your kind message, Annette! I'm so happy that you enjoyed this video and that some of the things I talked about resonated with you. Yes, my art has changed a lot over the years and I'm really happy where I'm at today. I'm going to keep on enjoying it until I'm naturally ready for a change (not going to force it!). Stay well!

[@janinafisher101]

Your "empty painting wall" pretty much looks like a painting with all that paint on it! So much fun to watch you in process!

[@BettyFranksArt]

I love that wall when there's no canvas on it! Thanks, Janina!

[@lauracasey7611]

I like this, and how it came together……going to your site to see what classes you offer, tks, LAURA

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you so much, Laura! Join my email list to be notified of future workshops: www.bettyfranksart.com/email-sign-up. I currently have this recorded workshop: www.bettyfranksart.com/online-workshops

[@johnjezek7617]

This was just fascinating watching how you took these canvases from beginning to end. Your process is so interesting. And of course the finished paintings are gorgeous. I too like to paint around the sides, so I loved seeing that you do that too. One question. Is that gesso you add liberally to the paint or is matte medium?

[@BettyFranksArt]

HI John! Glad you liked the video. Back then (this video is from several years ago), I was using gesso as my white. On occasion, I would also use glazing medium (but, not too often because it takes too long to dry and I'm a very impatient painter!). Now I use Titanium White. Thanks so much for watching!

[@nitawray1125]

Thanks Betty! Just watched Boundless coming together! It’s Beautiful!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thanks so much for watching, Nita! Those were fun to create!

[@kathyf7474]

These 3 pieces are lovely , the colors, the composition - if that is something said in abstract art. Your work is truly unique and all your advice along the way is really appreciated. Hearing you say the why and what fors just make it so much more understandable. Thank you Betty for sharing your talent, thoughts and teachings.

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you very much, Kathy! I appreciate your kindness!

[@juliawest5528]

You are giving such enccouragement!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you so much, Julia!

[@betsybuick4260]

I really enjoy your commentary. I like learning about you & your journey. I hope to someday take one of your classes, but I admire your style souch I'm afraid that I'll try to become another you. Besides, I haven't tried any art for about 50 years. I think I should get my feet wet again before I seek help. I'm interested in trying abstract art (something I've never done), but my brain keeps seeing patterns. Sorry for such a long comment, but you are certainly someone I would love to talk to personally. I just recently found your videos, and I want to thank you for making them.

[@BettyFranksArt]

Hi Betsy! Welcome to my art journey and my channel. So glad you're here! I understand your concern about taking my courses and creating like me. It happens to my students and it also happened to me when I was learning. However, I continued to create and practice, practice, practice. This helped me develop my own style...however, I was able to take processes and techniques that I learned from others and apply them to my artwork. I encourage my students to keep on practicing. If you decide to sign up, here's the link: Here's the link to my online courses: bettyfranksart.thinkific.com/collections Use coupon code KZbin for 20% off. I hope you'll join me! 🩷

[@ElinorStudio]

Wonderful works Betty, well done!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you!

[@mayan9458]

I love these. They are stunning!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you so much!!

[@SC4RArt]

Looks fantastic! Amazing artwork! keep it up... ♥❤💗💖💗❤♥

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you!! I appreciate you watching this video!

[@kayhight7837]

I think these might be my favorites and that's saying a lot! Hope to own one someday :-) Makes my heart sing!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you so much, Kay! I really appreciate your support!

[@debterry1007]

I remember your smaller whimsical paintings. Its how i initially found you.. I LOVED that style . I'm not quite the abstract fan but i love to listen to you talk as you paint. I learn alot. So your abstract painting may not be my jam but i'm still a fan! :) Thanks for the video.

[@BettyFranksArt]

Wonderful! I'm so happy that you're still enjoying my videos, Deb! Thank you for following my art journey all these years!

[@harshadk4264]

45:00 you are one of the few artists who does justice to the abstraction of the theme.

[@BettyFranksArt]

I really appreciate your comment, Harshad! Thank you so much!

[@carolynavalos5415]

I'm glad you didn't paint over all the gray!!! I think the three original ones turned out so beautifully. The other three (the commissioned piece) are beautiful also and will no doubt look striking in their home!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you, Carolyn!

[@catherineandrews4755]

Can't get enough of your work. Truly amazing. I'm inspired. I just wish I'd found your videos sooner while I was in lockdown. Thank you for sharing.

[@BettyFranksArt]

Wow, thank you! I'm so glad you found me now! Thanks for checking out my videos, Catherine!

[@julijopeterson7096]

OMGosh! I think this is my favorite so far! You've broken from your own colors and that's what's so fun about this! This is just like a shot of inspiration to you viewers. So what would happen if you did paintings like this of mostly say the neutrals of beigh, taupe & brown or black, beigh & gray, or the different colors of greens or something like that w/an additional of your colors in the paintings but minimally. Awesome work...

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thanks so much, JuliJo! It was fun to do something a little different!

[@sarahkittelson622]

Hi Betty : ) You know I am a huge fan of yours!, and I love the piece/print that I have of your art. Thank you for your video's that are so informative and helpful. You do a great job of teaching, and it's encouraging to me how you share your journey. I look forward to seeing more of your KZbin video's, because I'm continuously learning as an artist. I especially liked how you shared your work with commissions, as I used to do a lot of commissions when I was selling my handmade papers in the 80's. I stopped doing them though, because I found that for me, I found that my originals had a certain spark that I couldn't duplicate in the requested work. I've never succeeded much in making a series of works either, although I think it is important in establishing a style or an identity as an artist. When everything you make looks different from the previous work, customers can't readily recognize your work. So as you say, it is part of the journey. Thanks again for your awesome videos! Sara Neal Kittelson

[@BettyFranksArt]

Hi Sarah! Great to hear from you! I'm so happy you're enjoying my videos. I appreciate you watching and commenting. I'm with you about commissions being hard!

[@cristinamallol5413]

I like these three paintings a lot I think they have more depth than any other from before Congrats!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you so much, Cristina!

[@MyFinancialRescue]

I so needed to see this! My creativity jams up when I have to paint on order. Thank you!

[@BettyFranksArt]

You are so welcome, Carol! I totally understand!!

[@christinahofmeister9744]

Dear Betty, thank you so much for sharing your process! You‘re encouraging others to just keep on going, trying, failing and find their way... I love the three greyish pieces 😍! Looking very much forward to your art marketing videos 👍🏻! Best wishes from Switzerland 🇨🇭

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you so much, Christina! I'm so happy you're watching from Switzerland!

[@brandythompson6544]

You work is just spectacular!!! I am really loving both sets, but I must say I prefer the ones that the customers rejected- sadly. I am sure they will find a home quickly- as they are absolute masterpieces.

[@BettyFranksArt]

You are super kind, Brandy! Thank you so much for your sweet note. I'm so happy you're enjoying my art process and me talking about my art. I'm posting the first art marketing video today. Yay!

[@georginaandreou5445]

Hi Betty I so glad I found your channel i have seen many abstract paintings before but I’m drawn by your tutorials on markings and tools 😊 I have always loved colour I lov creating making cards/ vintage items/now I update furniture and now I have done my first abstract painting which is quite pleased with ...lov all the markings and I understand why u do it this way I’m going to make a journal like u have done as it is very helpful looking forward to your tutorials thank you from Cyprus 🌸

[@BettyFranksArt]

I'm so happy you found me, Goergina, and that you're enjoying my videos! I was just thinking the other day that if I expanded on my painting, it might be to restore and paint old furniture. So much fun! Thank you so much for watching my videos from Cyprus!

[@sarahmiller2870]

loved watching this. There were so many points where i wanted you to stop! So love your work and process. thanks for sharing x

[@BettyFranksArt]

Hahaha...that often happens! But, I gotta keep going until I'm happy with it! Thanks, Sarah!

[@housemaxwell]

Theses are gorgeous. You are very inspiring and I am very grateful that you put yourself and your art ‘out there’ on KZbin. One day I hope to put paint down myself but I’m crippled by the fear of not living up to my own expectations. Somehow it hurts not to create but it also would hurt not to be any good! The more I watch of you the closer I feel to overcoming my fear...keep painting for us wannabes!!

[@fearofpaint]

I have heard it said that you have to practice for 10,000 hours beofre you become a master at something, so please don't put off your painting. Give yourself permission to produce 'mistakes'. You won't get better unless you do it. I have found this out myself.

[@BettyFranksArt]

I'm sorry to hear that. Sounds like you may be putting a lot of expectations on the outcome. Sit down and just say to yourself that you're there to play and have fun. And, work on paper. Paper is less intimidating that canvas (for me!). Wishing you many hours of joy!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Great advice!

[@gillmolony6781]

I really like this colour palette... it's calming, while remaining interesting. Thanks, as always.

[@BettyFranksArt]

Glad you like them, Gill! Thanks so much for watching and commenting!

[@BettyFranksArt]

LINKS: How to varnish art on paper (same process for canvas/wood, too): kzbin.info/www/bejne/gXPKZXqgls-Uhsk Video on values: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eHzLlmCJrtOhhbs How to pack your art for shipping: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pXOWgIxmqs2lg6s You can find my favorite art supplies here: www.bettyfranksart.com/my-favorite-art-supplies As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases. My favorite Nova Color Paints: www.bettyfranksart.com/favorite-nova-color-paints Purchase my recorded workshop here: www.bettyfranksart.com/online-workshops Gallery representation: JCO's Art Haus www.jcosplace.com/artist-franks Sign up for my email list here: www.bettyfranksart.com/email-sign-up

[@lou-anncouch3147]

So helpful! I cringe at every commission, but I'm going to adopt your way!!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Glad it was helpful, Lou-Ann! I hope you're new way of doing them is less stressful for you.

[@janinafisher101]

Yes, much less stressful, less pressure to perform.

[@marypartridge5154]

I'm an artist. I'm in no way as organised as you are. I wish I could do all the computer stuff. But your paintings look so lively and would look fantastic in a big minimalist house. I like how down to earth you are. Would love to learn from you.

[@BettyFranksArt]

Hi Mary! Thanks so much for your note. My background was in customer service management for high-tech companies. When I became an artist at 50, I already had all that experience to help me with my art business. You can learn how to do all that stuff. It just takes time. Wishing you all the best!

[@sharonstratis2846]

I love the pink and grey pallette!. Not enough mustard yellow for the client, I'm guessing. and then they wanted aqua/turqouise instead of grey. It sounds like commission work is super challenging, but now you have a great set of three available to sell!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Exactly!! I've got 3 fabulous pieces that are ready for a new home(s). I'm loving the pink/gray, too. But, then again, I love the way their mustard yellow canvases turned out! Thanks so much for watching ad commenting, Sharon!

[@cindyrawlings4226]

Absolutely love these they are beautiful!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you so much, Cindy!

[@millyfluidart7482]

I love your videos tutorials p, love your creativity process, I so want to create abstract but think I need to just do it and stop hesitation just let it flow, your an amazing artist 👏👏👏🌹🌹🌹

[@BettyFranksArt]

You can do it! Like you said, just let it flow! Thanks so much for watching, Milly!

[@kathyseek6295]

Your videos are inspiring. Thanks for sharing your process and how your career progressed in this video with before, middle and after and the comparison!! Awesomely helpful. 😀. I have jumped around thru your videos but know I will eventually see them all, and multiple times! My daughter paints abstractly and you are her hero. Thanks so very much. ❤️

[@BettyFranksArt]

Awe...that's so sweet! Tell your daughter Hi from me! I'm so glad you're enjoying my videos, Kathy! There's lots to watch and I hope to be adding more when I return from my trip (I'm in Croatia right now).

[@GirlUPcycled]

You are such an inspiration Betty! Thanks for sharing your process and tips!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you so much! I appreciate you watching!

[@hansbaugh630]

I haven't made it to the end of the video yet, but you could title your work ''The Story Continues''. Glad to see you back Betty.

[@BettyFranksArt]

That would make a great title! Thanks, Hans!

[@hansbaugh630]

@@BettyFranksArt Your welcome. Really have missed your painting videos. Finally got some saw horses for the door and created more work space. Now I need to start painting. I procrastinate.

[@BettyFranksArt]

@@hansbaugh630 I have been posting about every 2 weeks. Sorry you missed them! Have fun creating!

[@robertwebber8672]

Hi Betty, u r a delight! Of course they are a customer so they are always right. But in this case they are wrong! No 3 of 3 is a real gem. I will think. Its a plus either way. If it is still in my mind i know i am right. Spooky that you posted so close to my getting someone to move my 3 'Betties' out of the hall into my bedroom. I am still spending far to much time lying in bed nursing my head and those dreamy tranquil twins i first bought are ahead of me. I gaze at the circles, trees, and am lost! Purchased art as illness therapy! Best R

[@BettyFranksArt]

I'm sorry to hear you're not feeling too well, Robert. Glad to hear that art is helping in your healing process. I'm loving the 3 that I created that didn't work out for the client, however, I'm also loving the re-do I did for them in the mustard colors. It's a win all the way around! Stay well!

[@sheritardio5203]

I love watching you work! It's so relaxing and meditative for me.

[@BettyFranksArt]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you so much, Sheri!

[@hansbaugh630]

I finished watching the video and I like what you did. Good job Betty.

[@BettyFranksArt]

I appreciate you taking the time to watch all of it, Hans! Thank you!

[@OmarAvilesCreative]

Great job on this video Betty. Love your narration on this video and going over your process. I like this angle view of you working. It really shows how you work. Awesome stuff!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you so much for sharing that with me! I appreciate you watching!

[@wilhat]

They look fabulous hope she likes it.

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thanks so much, Andrew! She's picking up the yellow ones on Saturday. Thank you for watching my video!

[@mariamodig5198]

I love watching your videos, they are so inspiering!!! I have learned so much. I love how you explain the process. Thank you!!!

[@BettyFranksArt]

You are so welcome, Maria! I'm happy that you enjoyed the video!

[@nelsonartmnelsonartn908]

Good Morning, I love your beautiful work. I absolutely get so much out of your videos. Thank you....

[@BettyFranksArt]

You are so welcome, Maria! I'm so happy you're enjoying my videos!

[@nelsonartmnelsonartn908]

Im an abstract artist, nothing of your caliber though. I so appreciate you sharing your processes. Looking forward to Social Media Marketing.

[@Happydog66]

Wow, I love these videos. When you were telling how you got into this type of art and all the different feelings and thoughts you had along the way I could totally relate. Almost felt like you were telling my life story. Love your work. I'm in the middle of working on an abstract now and trying to remember all your tips as I go through it while also trying to have my own style. Thanks for all these videos. Cheers!!!

[@BettyFranksArt]

I'm so glad you could relate to my story! Glad to hear that you're enjoying the videos I'm producing!

[@sammiwaite8634]

I loved watching this video. I'm very early on in my art journey and this is so fascinating to watch. Thank you for sharing

[@BettyFranksArt]

Glad you enjoyed it, Sammi! Have fun creating!

[@maralfniqle5092]

I'd be happy to buy some of your paper ones in the wall too👌🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@BettyFranksArt]

Hi Maralf! The ones taped up to the wall are prints from my originals. You can find them here: www.bettyfranksart.com/prints Thank you for asking!

[@kanamichelle7404]

I love the ones that the client rejected. They are so unique and special with the grays and pinks. Just gorgeous! I am not sure why, but I get a watermelon vibe from them. If I could afford them, they would be mine. I notice there wasn’t pink in the ones the clients finally got. Did they change their minds about the colors? All are STUNNING!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Hi Kana! I love all 6 that I created! The clients decided not to use the bright pink (I went with a soft pink). I just couldn't get the pink to work with mustard! Thanks so much for watching!

[@kanamichelle7404]

@@BettyFranksArt Yes, I did finally see that there was a soft pink in the ones for your client. I didn’t see it at first. All are beautiful!

[@BettyFranksArt]

@@kanamichelle7404 Thanks!

[@AmysCreativeArt]

Amazing work. Thanks for sharing your talent 💜

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you, Amy!

[@rayemartineau8644]

I really love this one!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Wonderful! Thanks, Raye!

[@SebsMonkeyBusines]

I think those are beautiful!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thanks, Stacey! I appreciate you watching!

[@aletha16]

I understand what you're saying about your process. But there are several pictures hidden inside these. Since you film the session, you could go back and revisit the imagery as it looked in an earlier stage and start a new set from the earlier idea. I like the way the color harmonies look at around 7:32 for instance. You can still experiment with layers even while keeping the general color scheme and mark configuration. Anyway, a lot of fun to watch. Thanks for sharing your approach. I'm a fan!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Hi Aletha! I think folks often see images in my artwork. Let me assure you that they're not intentional and I don't see them. My vision is always about fields of flowers and nature. Thanks so much for watching!

[@dawkinswashere--tcg9199]

Thank you for sharing your process. Really enjoying your content!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Wonderful! Thanks so much for watching!

[@fcruz2012]

Love this! Amazing abstratc art painting!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you so much, Fernanda!

[@magdastar2249]

Thank you for another great video. Very inspirational and my problem is I go all over the place and don't know whether to specialize or just do collage, mixed media and whatever lol. I love it all.

[@BettyFranksArt]

Nothing wrong with doing it all! If you love creating in a variety of mediums, then go for it. Enjoy!

[@magdastar2249]

@@BettyFranksArt Thank you for your reply.

[@SingYourselfWell]

Strawberries and Cream, ay? Good choice of title! Bahahaha. 💖

[@BettyFranksArt]

Right?! Did you suggest that title? I can't remember who suggested it!

[@SingYourselfWell]

@@BettyFranksArt yes!!! I feel honored! 🤗💖🤗

[@markhatfield8809]

Non- objective abstract work always helps free the too-much-thinking habit, most of us are prone to do. Like using my left hand in drawings, it opens my work up to better results, automatique. I see you`ve succeeded in your process, & understand complimentary colors. It has an 'urban' vibe feel to it, idk, if that`s intentionable, beautiful, it`s freeing, in a way, looking @ . . .

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thanks, Mark! Using the non-dominant hand is always a great way to loosen up and add more organic marks. Not sure I was totally aware of the urban vibe. When I started creating with the clients in mind, I was aware of their modern home and wanted something that would work well in that type of architecture. Thanks so much for watching and commenting!

[@julijopeterson7096]

You go girl! Sorry about my spelling down below. It's my computer. It's old & breaking. I can't believe how good that looks. Actually I can. Nice

[@BettyFranksArt]

No worries! I understood what you were saying. Thanks!

[@ellietrent354]

All 6 are beautiful. What studio lighting do you use? I can NOT wait to see your business side videos. Thank you for all you share. I am learning a lot from you.

[@BettyFranksArt]

Hi Ellie! I'm using a variety of lights. I have 12 overhead track lights, a couple of Ikea desk lights pointing to my palette area and then a couple of photography lights--one on each side (just because I have them, so I use them). I still feel like I need more light!

[@pammiller-zn6dp]

Love your artwork and videos. Thank you for sharing your talent. What brand of quiet air dryer are you using? I am so inspired to try abstract painting

[@BettyFranksArt]

Hi Pam! Glad you liked the video! I'm not able to watch the entire video to see what quiet air dryer I was using. Usually, when I'm working on larger pieces, I use a regular hair dryer (which you can see just below my table near the wall). I also like to use a heating tool. Here's the link from my Amazon shop: www.amazon.com/shop/betty.franks.art/list/1ZS37QZW9KWHT?ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d I hope that helps!

[@SingYourselfWell]

So interesting, Betty, ...about a few seconds ago (24 min), you had just bent down to the third painting, I had the thought, boy I wish she could push that table back so she had more room to hang that third painting. And Bammm, that's when you mentioned the same thing. Bahaha. Can you expand to the left though? Or is there wires as well? Anyway, REALLY enjoyed this video. Thank you so much, Betty! 💖

[@BettyFranksArt]

I can't use the space to the left because it's the door. It's not often that I create 3 like this so, I'm not too worried about it.

[@LauraS13]

Betty love them 😘

[@BettyFranksArt]

Many thanks, Laura!

[@brendadasher2214]

thank you!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thanks so much for watching, Brenda!

[@Jazz-Relaxation]

the color given recommends the heart that is in the grip of my right hand

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you so much for watching!

[@runningwarrior5468]

The bottom piece looked finished @14:07. Im refusing any more commissio ns until I heal from my people pleasing/codependency issues.

[@BettyFranksArt]

Oh, I totally understand! Thanks so much for watching!

[@karengriego4095]

Betty, are all of the Nova paints that you use opaque? Also, have you scheduled your live workshops yet? My daughter attends UCSC and I live in NM. Workshop coupled with a visit with my kiddo feels like heaven. Thx! Binge-watching your videos has been so much fun!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Hi Karen! I use a combination of opaque and transparent paints. Here are some of my favorites: www.bettyfranksart.com/favorite-nova-color-paints I'm planning on teaching an online workshop in August. Details here: www.numulosgatos.org/events/betty-franks-august-2021-virtual-workshop-session1 Thanks for binge watching!!

[@Johnbartheart]

Did you post a video of the creation of the “new” 3 commissioned paintings? I can’t find it…. Thanks!😁👍🏼

[@BettyFranksArt]

Yes, here you go: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jXOYiKyqhb55fqc Thanks for watching, John!

[@KayInMaine]

You're so efficient, Betty, that you even sharpened the pencil before you put it down for future use. :D

[@BettyFranksArt]

Hahaha....you caught that!! Yes, sometimes I do that!

[@ValeriaVincentSancisi]

I was thinking there are a million kinds of greys.. no such thing as a neutral when it comes to grey, beige, white or black...there is a lot to say to be able to actually get what the clients were looking for .. Brava!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Ha! So true...even grays are filled with color! Thanks so much, Valeria!

[@vjhreeves]

I love the new ones...but their palette sure changed...no pink at all! 😆

[@BettyFranksArt]

Yup, we quickly decided that the pink wasn't going to work with the mustard yellows. They were very happy with the teal and greens!

[@MHCQ3]

What kind of paper do you use for your smaller pieces. Thank you for your content you have appeared in my algorithm just when I needed an inspiration boost in my daily painting.

[@BettyFranksArt]

Yay! Super happy that you found me, my channel, and my art! I love using Bristol paper for my small pieces. Although I love texture, I love to build it up myself. Bristol paper is super smooth. It's easy to build up texture. With watercolor paper, I find it to be too rough overall (similar to canvas). Keep on creating!!

[@MHCQ3]

@@BettyFranksArt thank you so much for the response heading out for Bristol paper now.

[@BettyFranksArt]

@@MHCQ3 🙌💗🙌

[@sparkofinterest81]

Hi betty I am a bit new to acrylic would you mind recommending some brands of brushes and if you prefer a certain type? Love your videos and artwork!

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thanks so much for watching! If you're located in the states, I like using the ones at Michael's craft store. They're long handled and are a dark grayish color. Here's an example of one of them: www.michaels.com/royal-and-langnickel-essentials-long-handle-round-brush/M10476235.html?dwvar_M10476235_size=4&dwvar_M10476235_color=None

[@sparkofinterest81]

@@BettyFranksArt You're the kindest, Thank you so much!

[@michaelholmquist6136]

It's beautiful, Betty! Do you varnish your work once it's completed? Matte? Gloss?

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thanks, Michael! Yes I do! I use a spray fixative first and then a matte varnish. Here's a video showing how I varnish my art on paper. I use the same process for my canvas/wood pieces: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gXPKZXqgls-Uhsk

[@chatmucho]

Love the vid. and art, as usual Thank you. Curiosity: Do you hang your paintings in your home? Also, do you acquire other artists' work? Do you trade with other artists or buy?

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you! I hang paintings in my own home...some that stay for a long time and others for me to enjoy until they find a new home (revolving art gallery in my hallway!). I also purchase art from artists. I have a whole row of them in my bedroom where I wake up to inspiration daily!

[@alfredozavala1604]

gracias

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thanks for watching, Alfredo!

[@stacysnow4948]

Betty, how do you secure the plastic to the wall? Is it just painter’s tape or packing tape? Thanks for sharing parts of your journey.😁

[@BettyFranksArt]

Hi Stacy! I used regular masking tape. It'll probably pull up some of the paint when I remove it and I'll need to paint over it. Thank you for watching!

[@danamarie4722]

I love your process. What was the name of the wall art app you use? Do you ever rotate your canvases when you do three so the bottom one maybe could be on the top and a top one go down? I love how you manage to make them cohesive even though the one is lower. I’d struggle with that.

[@danamarie4722]

I commented too soon. You just brought number three up and rotated them. Love! I wish I had space to paint big like this.

[@BettyFranksArt]

Hi Dana Marie! I app I use is called WallPicture. I rarely work on three at the same time. But, rotating them is a good idea. I kept them that way because I wanted one to flow into the next one. Thanks so much for watching!

[@astasol9915]

I love your work. Can I use your technique to edit a picture I painted and I regularly hate this picture? It is dark red, black and orange. Is it okay to paint over a picture that was painted a long time ago?

[@BettyFranksArt]

I'm sure you can paint over the one you have. Is it acrylic? If so, I would just sand it down a little to roughen up the surface and then start painting again!

[@thejunkjourney2650]

How do you keep your whites clean? Apron wouldn't be enough for me. I guess I am just messy.

[@BettyFranksArt]

Hahaha...I have no clue! 😍 Thanks so much for watching!

[@catrionayates]

How many coats of the spray fixative do you do before varnishing?

[@BettyFranksArt]

Great question! Only one layer of spray fixative before varnishing.

[@j3anders0n]

Do you find it hard to keep the bottom piece in continuity with the other two since it’s not in line with them?

[@BettyFranksArt]

It was a little challenging. What's hard to see in the video because I sped it up is when I'm measuring out about where I should continue the marks/colors between the one on the right and the bottom one. Thank you so much for watching!

[@estellepatella2520]

I hate doing custom work. I refuse to do it anymore.

[@BettyFranksArt]

I totally understand! You gotta do what works (and doesn't work) for you!

[@Gimo76]

I have done 3 custom jobs and they were very nerve wracking. Each one would tell me I want my moms cabin, and I would say where is the photo only to be given a description. This happened 3 times and I lucked out that they came out right, even got a bonus. That was in the late 90,s and then my art went to the sideline, divorce and back to work. Now I am retired and want to do abstract. Betty my new art studio in my bedroom is going to work fine . Thanks for your videos.

[@kayhight7837]

I agree! If they like a piece they can buy it but I'm not trying to please anyone anymore. :-)

[@paulshere4969]

What happened to the 'mustard' it looked great

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thanks, Paul! I talk about that in the video. The accent colors that the client selected didn't work with the mustard, so I went with grays. I'm happy to say that all three pieces have found new homes!

[@susanbrisson6373]

Did you ever think about changing the position of the canvases?

[@BettyFranksArt]

No. I was once told that you should always rotate your canvas. Well, I didn't like it and there are no "shoulds" in art. My fields of flowers don't grow upside down or sideways! 😁 So, I don't rotate my canvas. However, I won't say I never rotate it. On occasion, I'll rotate it in my very early stages.

[@1000geroz]

8:35 commissions

[@BettyFranksArt]

Hi Gerardo, did you have a specific question for me about commissions? I'm not sure I understand your comment. Thanks!

[@1000geroz]

@@BettyFranksArt Muchas Gracias Betty qué amable eres... Solo subrrayé el momento en que empiezas a hablar del tema... Agradezco mucho tu atención... Me han ayudado mucho tus videos.

[@BettyFranksArt]

Wonderful! I'm glad the video was helpful to you, Gerardo!

[@pammckee2617]

Betty I’ve been watching several of your videos and they are so helpful introducing me to abstract art. However I just am not understanding the point of making marks with pencils or China markers or whatever. I’m just not seeing the reason for making these marks. I’m not sure what else you could say to explain them. I will gladly keep watching your videos. They are so enjoyable.

[@BettyFranksArt]

Hi Pam! Sometimes I do things for the process or to connect with the canvas. It's not always about what the viewer sees, but rather, what I feel and how I follow a process to get to the end result. I hope that makes sense. I appreciate you watching!

[@rayemartineau8644]

I have one question - what's not to love about those paintings did your customer tell you?

[@BettyFranksArt]

Yes, the colors were not what they had in mind. When I worked on the second set of pieces for them, I got the colors right!

[@BronxLens]

Is there a formula for pricing paintings like this?

[@BettyFranksArt]

Hi Jerry! Here's a video I did on pricing: kzbin.info/www/bejne/f3SpYWiql9-iitE I hope it answers your question.

[@marypartridge5154]

How much does your three paintings cost??? I have someone looking for decoration in a room???

[@BettyFranksArt]

Hi Mary! These already sold. Please see my website for available artwork: www.bettyfranksart.com

[@rayemartineau8644]

💓👍🏿👀 5/9/22

[@BettyFranksArt]

Thank you, Raye!