Abstract Pastel Painting Techniques

The harder you press the more pastel you ll be putting down on the sheet.

Abstract pastel painting techniques.

My first you tube video of a few of my current pastels. Channel your inner jackson pollack and attempt the splattering technique to create abstract masterpieces. I am the author of abstract art painting. Creative layering techniques for abstract painting genady arkhipau.

Then choose another and another layering and blending in an intuitive way. The simplest way to use a pastel is to draw with the end holding it as you would a pencil or pen. My abstract pastels have won awards from international artist magazine pastel society of america and the international association of pastel societies. Oct 26 2013 explore kitty rowe s board abstract pastel artists on pinterest.

5 easy abstract painting techniques for beginners. I apologize for the length. The resultant line has great expression conveying a sense of the gesture you made. Materials used in this video.

You can either drip from above or flick your wet brush to get a spray of paint. See more ideas about abstract art inspiration art. Expressions in mixed media by northlight books and a series of videos on creating abstract art. Outside or inside it doesn t matter but i have to have enough room to move around the piece.

These are great tips for hobbyists and budding abstract artists. Alter the thickness of the line by varying the pressure you re applying to the pastel.