Trying to resolve abstract paintings... 

Your generosity with thought process is so appreciated. I think the questions you ask yourself here would also improve observational drawings. I'm going to start using them today. Thank you!

I love how you look at colors, patterns and design and how you reinvent the designs over and over again in new and exciting ways. It endlessly inspires me. Your work is so bright and fresh and alluring. I also really appreciate your color pallets and combinations that contrast and yet flow well. I love the thought, passion and your sharing of the experiences you have while creating.

New subbie here, and binge watched your videos. I really appreciate how you explain your thinking process and application....other art videos I have watched seem quite guarded regarding this and just produce a piece of work without the depth of feeling (passion?) behind it. I find your videos quite motivating and very interesting, thanks for sharing. :)

I always look forward to your videos Helen, but found this one particularly relevant and loved your tips on problem solving such as how you think about value - thanks ❤

💜🧡❤️💚💙…. Yet another salivating video. You’ve right … set your intentions and the feeling you want to evoke !! Bravo

Very thoughtful points to ponder for every artist. I find my most satisfying pieces are the ones with nice contrast. Thank you!

Thank you for bringing some clarity into painting an abstract. 😅 It is very challenging. 🙋🏼‍♀️🌻🇨🇦

Your smile at the end of the video says it all! That joy is so compelling and inspiring! And thank you for another feast of color

Thanks for all the great tips! I think many people think painting abstract is easy! How wrong they are!

Thank you Helen. Great tips! Love those paintings by the way. The colors are fantastic!

Thank you, Helen, for sharing your thoughts, insights and lovely art with us all! I recently ordered your beautiful book about expressive sketchbooks and I’m loving it!! You are a treasure!!

Love your art! This was such an Inspirational video. Thank you for this!💜

Thanks for your videos, I always love them!

Always love your vids, but really enjoyed the little snap shot of you stood painting... ❤ thanks for sharing all you do - I'm hooked and grateful. ❤

Thank you so much for this video! Now I know how to critically look at my attempts and see why they don't quite look right :) You make such a good teacher :D

Finding your channel has been such a wonderful discovery! I’ve had and loved your book for a while now, and being able to hear about your thought process is so helpful and I love looking at all the yummy wonderful things you share! Thanks

Thank you Helen for another fabulous sharing ... many believe abstract is easy ... lol ... it is not. Take care my friend

Some very useful reminders Helen! Would these abstracts be your final paintings on paper or would you transfer them to wooden panels? I love your mantelpiece artwork in your sketchbook. My mantelpiece isn't that interesting apart from my woodwose man and a couple of candlesticks! 😂Come to think of it - they could be a great starting point for me! Thank you always for your videos. I look upon you as a friend who gives great advice. Have a lovely week ahead. x

Helen, This is a really great video! First, I always smile when I see you and your art. I love that you really give tips in this video. You always leave me feeling inspired. I need more time in the day! Thank you once again!

Thank you again you wonderful woman. This was as inspiring as ever xxx

Thank you :) been lagging behind these so just had a great catch up for a dreary wet English day :)

I found this really interesting. I am exploring abstract art for the first time, so it is a very new thing for me and very intriguing and exciting. One thing I found interesting in the video was where you said that our eyes are drawn to areas of contrast. I find personally that I don't like too much contrast, I find it very jarring sometimes if contrast is too great. But I imagine contrast as a concept is probably rather subjective! Thanks for the video 😊

Thank you for your videos! I really like this one about abstract work. I usually stick to figurative art because it is so hard to define what I should be aiming for in abstract art. You have given me some concrete (ha ha!) goals. I think I'll start experimenting and playing with abstract art now, too, thanks to you.

Thank you for this, so many thought provoking ideas and techniques to think about. You explain those things really clearly. I am not working in abstract but am struggling with composition and tonal value. I can see several clear questions that I need to ask myself now!

Thank you for this post Helen it was immensely helpful! Especially about values and tones, balance and harmony. All four are so important when related to painting and art! Your point towards the end about painting abstract art is so true! My own art is mostly representative and was quite realistic in the past. Personally I found it quite difficult to articulate and express my feelings through abstract then I lost the ability to paint completely simply for that very reason...I was told I could not paint abstract (the tutor became frustrated with my inability to paint abstract 🙄☹) sad to say I gave up trying. HOWEVER, I picked up my paint brushes and paints again about 2 months ago ❤ so there is that! Phew! Now I paint for myself. Thank you again Helen! I am saving this video for future reference. ❤🌹a lot more thought is needed when painting abstract I'm sure...but I am determined to carry on trying!

I love the colours they are fantastic.

i love your videos and your art!

I would have all of your paintings on my wall even your very first sketch book.

They are imaginative bold brilliant

Yes abstract art is not easy. It is impromptu, unpredictable and intuitive…❤

I looooooove that you work on big sheet of paper. I always see artist painting on canva or wood pannel (I know you do that too). I'm a "paper girl". I really love the feeling of paper. I'm doing the 100 day project and I paint on bits and pieces of recycled food packaging (very small). I was thinking to going big and give it a try on a large piece of paper, but... how do you frame it when it's finished?

Nice work. Are these finished works on paper, or do you go further. Just curious, trying to change up my work thanks to your inspiration!

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