Unlocking Creativity: Abstract Art Play with Mixed Media

Join me in this immersive abstract art tutorial where we dive into the world of vibrant colors, expressive markmaking, and botanical inspiration. Using high-quality Daniel Smith watercolors and bold acrylic ink, we'll explore techniques to add contrast and depth to our abstract creations. Watch as I demonstrate how to incorporate various materials like white markers, Posca pens, oil pastels, and shimmering gold ink to unleash your creativity. I'll also introduce you to one of my favorite books, '20 Ways to Draw a Tulip and 44 Other Fabulous Flowers' by Lisa Congdon, which offers valuable insights into drawing botanical elements in your art. Get ready to embark on a journey of self-expression and create stunning abstract masterpieces that reflect your unique artistic voice.


*Supplies I'm using in class (The Amazon links are affiliate links. If you use my link, I get a small commission, which will go toward my art supplies! I appreciate your support!)

Fluid 100 Artist Watercolor Block, - https://amzn.to/3DdxCna
Painters Color Diary - 9x12 watercolor - https://amzn.to/3NHFCSm
Kuretake GOLD MICA Ink - https://amzn.to/3oG04dt
sennelier oil pastels - https://amzn.to/3MPaYam
Sennelier Cardboard Oil Pastel Set, 72 Count - https://amzn.to/3WL5OPX
SENNELIER D'Artigny Oil Pastel Fixative - https://amzn.to/3X9DfMg
Daler-Rowney FW Acrylic Ink Bottle Indigo - https://amzn.to/3OdGnnB
Tim Holtz Tonic Deckle Edge Trimmer - https://amzn.to/3PRz9XD
DANIEL SMITH 284600190 Extra Fine Watercolor 15ml Paint Tube, Serpentine Genuine - https://amzn.to/43jJUVG
DANIEL SMITH Extra Fine Watercolor Paint, 15ml Tube, Blue Apatite Genuine - https://amzn.to/44CZNHC
DANIEL SMITH Extra Fine Watercolor Paint, 15ml Tube, Kyanite Genuine - https://amzn.to/3DaAnWr
Princeton Artist Brush Neptune, Size 4 - https://amzn.to/3pkXPgg
Hardboard art panels - you see me tape things down to these and they come in several different sizes: https://amzn.to/3C8EK3z
20 Ways to Draw a Tulip and 44 Other Fabulous Flowers - https://amzn.to/44pLlmE
Winsor & Newton Watercolor Medium, Granulation Medium - https://amzn.to/3XQ7g44
Faber Castell Water-Based Marker Pit Artist Pen 101 White B - https://amzn.to/43jualu
Posca Extra Fine Marke - https://amzn.to/3N7WOSd
KINGART Inkline Micro-Line Pens, 10-Piece Black Micro-Pen Fineliner Ink Pens - https://amzn.to/3JWzwMS
Tim Holtz - Stampers Anon Stencil, Halftone -Layered - https://amzn.to/44FPwL1


**My very favorite supplies that I might mention in every video:

(Some of the links including the Amazon links are affiliate links. If you use my link, I get a small commission, which will go toward my art supplies and to support this channel! I appreciate your support 🥰)

Check out my Amazon Store for more goodies: https://www.amazon.com/shop/2lilowlss...

Kakimori Brass Nib - https://shop.stlartsupply.com/product...
Kakimori pen holder - https://shop.stlartsupply.com/product...
Kuretake Gold mica Paste - https://amzn.to/3V2EpYZ
Raphael SoftAqua Brushes - https://amzn.to/3L5Bpq7
Winsor & Newton Bamboo Brush - https://amzn.to/41U1Aa3
SENNELIER D'Artigny Oil Pastel Fixative - https://amzn.to/3X9DfMg
Sennelier - Savoir-Faire Sennelier Soft Pastels Half Stick Set - https://amzn.to/3YpHG69
SENNELIER Latour Spray Fixative Soft Pastels - https://amzn.to/3Pgsd5Z
Artist tape - https://amzn.to/3Hf6fLP
Art Sponges - https://amzn.to/3L9xf0k
Kuretake Gansai Tambi 48 Color set - https://amzn.to/3qaThZW
Kuretake Art Nouveau set - https://amzn.to/3ZWACgp
Hahnemuhle Collection 100% Cotton Watercolor Pad - https://amzn.to/43mlJGA
POSCA Colouring - PC-3M Warm Neutral Tones - https://amzn.to/423TMCr
ARTEZA Acrylic Paint, Set of 60 Colors - https://amzn.to/3MxPKwp
Jack Richeson Grey Matters Disposable Paper Palette, 6 x 9 - https://amzn.to/3IBeD8Y
Jack Richeson Grey Matters Paper Palette (50 Sheets), 9" x 12 - https://amzn.to/423Q7o2
Kuretake on Blick - https://www.dickblick.com/products/ku...
Caran d'Ache Classic Neocolor II Water-Soluble Pastels - https://amzn.to/468tdPw
Dual Edge Ripper Original Watercolor Paper Deckle Edge Tool 1-24 inch - https://amzn.to/3qdW19m
Derwent charcoal blocks - https://amzn.to/3OiOzle
Liquitex BASICS Acrylic Paint Set, 48 - https://amzn.to/3s48vAX
Faber-Castell Graphite Pencil Pitt Graphite Matt 14B - https://amzn.to/443RhB0

The Color Cube - https://sarahrenaeclark.com/colorcube... (Affiliate link)

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