The Inside Story this week! Why, How, When and Where to Sketchbook/Art Journal ! Plus another go with the big gel plate. #howto #artjournal #artprocess
You continue to amaze me Gaynor! This entire video is probably one of the most insightful and reflective I've encountered. It genuinely gives insight into you as an artist in the most transparent, raw way. I'll come back to this several times in the coming days - there's just so much to comprehend in who you are as an artist. Simply beautiful in everything you do. Be well! and as always Thank YOU!
Hello D C , I have sat for a while, having read your comment, and struggle to find the words to reply ! Above all else, I have wanted to connect honestly and so my heartfelt thanks to you for such lovely encouragement, it means more than words can say 🥰
I have been re-watching your older videos since you have been out of commission... this was a fav. Really miss your lovely breezy style and your generosity. I always learn at least one new thing. In this one, there were several good tips. I especially liked your work with the gelli plate... so innovative 💡 Hope you are on the mend... sending healing vibes 🎉❤
Hello Linda, I am happy to report that I am doing well....thank you so much for watching the 'oldies' .... hopefully I will be back in action soon. Have a wonderful weekend XXX
I cut all of my own stencils and masks. I use super cheap file folders. Because they are cheap, the card is really thin, but the stencils last for several prints. I really like the idea of drawing on the plate with the roller like you do. I'll definitely be adding that to my next gel print session. I laughed when you said Bear with me. One of my favore sayings that I painted onto a tote bag: 'I like the saying Bear with Me, because it can either mean Please be Patient or The Heist at the Zoo was Successful.'
Hello Patty, whenever I read a message like yours, I know I want to make more time for the gel plate !! Thank you for watching and taking time to leave a great comment X
boom another Thursday morning creative explosion, you bring such joy and enthusiasm to everything you do Gaynor. I'm going to get out and do some plein air sketching this afternoon it's a beautiful day here in North Wales. Have a lovely day.
THANK YOU ANITA 😍 I hope you had a great time sketching.....dare I say the temperature is rising and I took my broom and a bucket of soapy water to scrub up the decking outside the cabin studio !
I know you will be glad you ticked that of the 'to do' list 😀. I enjoyed the sketch, I'm trying gouache it takes a bit of getting used to but I shall persevere.
I love how you love making art Gaynor! I am like you in wanting to see an end result but am having to practice patience and enjoy the process and not the outcome. I recently read the quote 'Great art is made by uncertainty' and also 'find yourself as you go'. I think your sketchbooks are wonderful and I see them as investigative places. I have just treated myself to an expensive sketchbook (because I am worth it!) and am enjoying experimenting with all types of art mediums. I look forward to sitting alone while the evening meal is cooking and lose myself in the pages for an hour or so. I hope you have a lovely creative week. x
I think we are programmed to come up with something "good" without all the experimental stuff - a change in mindset was THE turning point for me....I really enjoy creating now and fit it into life whenever I can 😀 Enjoy your sketchbook and remember to be free with it !
I’ve just discovered you and couldn’t be more delighted! Soo many areas I’m stuck in you have addressed! I’ve made some journal/ sketch books to play in, but also ordered some! I’m sooo excited I found you….im so encouraged and inspired! Merry Christmas!
Hi Carys, glad you liked the video ....the sunshine got me outside with my plants today (those that have survived this winter) and getting ready to move back into the studio cabin ! Have a lovely week 🥰
Thank you for your take on what a sketchbook is. It can be depressing for a newbie to see the sketchbook of others. Mine does not look like that. It looks like a hot mess. But to think of it as a tool, as a playmate, instead of a finished artwork, is more realistic, especially for a beginner. Thanks for keeping it real.
Hi Susan, Thank you for watching and leaving a great comment. I appreciate other peoples' sketchbooks but DO NOT compare - just the word sketchbook intimidated me for the longest time - just have fun and let it evolve 🥰
Thankyou for sharing Gaynor! 🙂 A sketchbook habit is still high on my list of things I know would be life enhancing, but still haven’t got around to implementing - can always come up with convincing avoidance tactics! 😳😉
I love your work and your spontaneity intermixed with planning! Regarding your impatience to let your things dry on the gel plate… I recommend getting 2-3 gel plates going at the same time. You’ll have so much fun and can use different colors, patterns, stencils, mono-print designs, etc. You won’t feel the least bit of impatience! 🧑🏻🎨🎨🩵
I loved this week! So wonderful to have the privilege to get a deeper look inside your sketchbooks and hear about your why. Now I want to see what else gets layered onto those gel plate prints! Much needed reminder to just go with it and not worry too much and about the end result. 🥰🥰
Fabulous! I look forward to you videos so much they’re over too soon 👏👏 I’m going to Palma for a city break but still don’t feel confident to get ‘sketch book’ out I think I also expect a finished piece and must get away from that
Hello Helen, Have a fantastic trip....I would say, take sketchbook just in case you find a small window.....that's all it needs to be.....you will be so pleased ! Getting to the finish line was my big TRIP UP I stopped enjoying what I was doing, only worrying about it being 'done' ! It isn't easy but with practice you can break the mindset AND produce more work. Have a lovely time in Palma 🥰
Brilliant Video Gaynor. I have watched it twice already. The second time was to take notes in my sketchbook!!!!!! It completely resonates with me. I particularly liked the statement ending with ….I can’t NOT do art. Absolutely spot on. You have really inspired me yet again. One question though. Was the book with the tag bookmark you were reading from early in the video, your own personal notes? If so you should publish it😂 Such insight and wise words. First class. Thank you sooooo much. 💐
Hello Fiona, thank you for prompting this video - I really didn't think I'd have enough to say ! I try to journal and organise my thoughts very early in the morning - set intentions etc. for the day ahead. It has taken my so long to work out what actually helps - it seems writing in the morning and the evening keeps me on track !🥰
Wow! Thank you for this depth of self examination and analysis, exploration and sharing!! You inspire me in so many ways, but today: to gallery hop and deeper dive into sketchbook!! Thank you!!
I have just gone back and rewatched this video of yours, one of my faves. I noticed you have sketchbook prompts and questions to reflect on, this is wonderful insight to go deeper and explore more. Do you have a reference, of where they come from?
Hello Andrea, I took a fantastic sketchbook course with Cheryl Taves and she encourages artists to question and write about their work. I have developed the habit and it helps enormously!
You’ve inspired me to bust out the sketch/scrap/art journal. I too need to see the end result and it’s possibly why I am stuck in my practice. Thanks heaps xx
Hello Giovanna.....it is a really hard habit to kick....that 'end result' thing !! But it is SO worthwhile - don't give up ! A lovely message, thank you for taking time to share.
I went to the Towner gallery about six years ago particularly to see their Eric Ravilious collection, and agree with you, it’s a great gallery. I like the way you’ve included notes in your sketchbook too.
Hi Gillian....I couldn't begin to film the art in their current exhibition as beautifully as it is shown on the website. Sometimes only a few sentences are enough each day - it feels good to check in !!! Thank you for taking time to comment 🥰
Love love love seeing the seaside town in the beginning of your video! I am as impatient as anyone can be, hence I purchased 3 gelli plates in 12" X 12", 3 of 6" X 6", 2 of the 8" X 10" and 2 of 5" X 7". I can work on 3 -4 at a time and never have to stop to wait for any of them to dry! Just an idea you might embrace!
Deanna I LOVE this ! It made me laugh out loud.....I don't think my table is big enough ????!!! BUT what a great idea....the cogs are turning.....thank you 😍
@@gaynorpattle Gaynor, I am so thrilled to make you laugh out loud! I forgot to mention that I sprung for not 1 but 2 of the largest gelli plates available (at least on this planet), the 16" X 20"! As if ONE plate that size wasn't enough, I decided it would be great fun and adventure to place the 2 jumbo plates together, to form a mono print surface either 20" x 32" OR 16" X 40" depending on how I arrange the 2 plates! ! I haven't attempted either size print just yet, but I think it's time to get out the large roll of BFK Rives printing paper and try a few of these huge prints! I'll keep you posted and will try to share a print or two in the very near future!!
@@gaynorpattle I have not established an Instagram yet, but I will do so quite soon and I'll be happy to share my stuff! I haven't had an art practice since I gave up my "groovy studio" when my 1st son was born, and he just turned 33! So I recently built a new 37' X 12' cabana studio - inspired in part by your cool cabin!! - complete with a full bath w/shower, and I'm in process of loading all my Covid Coma Shopping Art Supplies inside it! Details to follow!! My best : ))
Loving your videos and have watched many of them, but wondering how I can watch them in date sequence - because at the end of this one you hinted about seeing some nice wonderful art but of course RU-vid selects your videos at random and doesn't put dates on them - any ideas? Tia xx
Hi Tia, If you click on Videos on the Menu Bar of the channel, you should see every video, they are in order from the latest....and I think they show this week, last month, 2 months ago etc. Good luck XX
So ...a new way to look at a sketch book trail and error, to thought and corrections. Need more on color coordinating...color wheel just does little to understanding what's helping pop the focal point. So opened a Kevin Macpherson plein aire page and don't U know sketchbook action.
Please can you explain the difference between making marks and scribbling. I've been reluctant to try making marks in case it looks as though I've let my young grandson loose
Hi Denise, a very good question.....anything that is a result from your contact with the paper or canvas !!!! There is no right or wrong - just marks - playful marks exactly in the style of your grandson, intentional marks, lines, gestural swooping marks.....If you feel reluctant, take a large sheet of paper, get every pen, pencil, crayon, pastel, etc that you have and set a timer for 10 minutes and see if you can just let go and have a bit of fun. You might hate it, you might love it and you might find a particular way of making a mark that you can repeat in your paintings. Most of my paintings now start with a session of mark making and most of it is then covered in another layer of paint BUT sometimes small areas are allowed to peep through 😀 The key thing is NOT to worry what it looks like - just experience the fun of it. 🥰
@@gaynorpattle thank you so much for your encouragement. What particularly draws me to your art is that it’s recognisable even in its loose (abstract?) style. I did a course online earlier this year in abstract art and quite liked the results but sometimes it’s a bit too abstract to make any sense to me. Your videos feel as though we, the viewers, are getting a really good art foundation.
@@guitardee1 Denise, you are so kind - I LOVE a course but never quite realised how important it is to 'find' yourself first ! I adore abstract art - I get going with the intention of an abstract painting and then almost without thinking reality muscles its way in😂
