Abstract Thumbnail Painting Sketches | Practice Exercise

In this video demonstration, we will explore the technique of using thumbnail painting sketches as a warm-up exercise to prepare for creating an abstract painting. This technique involves creating small, quick sketches of different abstract shapes and forms to help generate ideas, test colors, and develop a composition.

–Painting Prompts–
➡️ 50 Abstract Warm-Up Painting Prompts - https://etsy.me/49utFsk

Before starting a painting project, it is important to engage in a practice exercise to help loosen up the mind and the body. The use of thumbnail sketches is an excellent way to get the creative juices flowing and allow for experimentation without the pressure of creating a final piece.

Throughout the video, I’ll demonstrate how to create thumbnail sketches using a variety of mediums and techniques, such as charcoal and paint. We will also explore different compositions and test a color palette of Prussian blue, green gold, light blue permanent, and titanium white and look for inspiration and ideas for an upcoming abstract painting.

By the end of this video, you will have learned the importance of using thumbnail painting sketches as a warm-up practice exercise and how to use this technique to create an abstract painting that is uniquely yours. So join me on this journey of exploration and creativity, and let's get started!

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Acrylic paint colors used in this video:
Prussian blue - https://amzn.to/3FMokA4
Light blue permanent - https://amzn.to/40FXDFe
Green gold - https://amzn.to/40r4UJ5
Titanium white

Other materials used:
Grumbacher Sketchbook - https://amzn.to/3n2yiXx
Charcoal
GAC 100 (or acrylic gel medium works even better) - https://amzn.to/3MdedbP

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