Delightful Pairings: Creating Abstract Art with Holbein Gouache and Daniel Smith Watercolor
Join me in this captivating art tutorial as we dive into the world of abstract painting using the dynamic duo of Holbein Gouache and Daniel Smith watercolor. Experience the mesmerizing interplay of transparency and matte opacity as these two mediums blend together on the canvas, creating stunning visual effects. Watch as I guide you through step-by-step instructions, revealing techniques to achieve delightful abstract compositions. To add an extra layer of creativity, we’ll explore playful mark-making using an array of supplies, including Posca pen, oil pastels, and a black pen. The final pieces are a delightful fusion of color and texture that will inspire and captivate your artistic senses. Get ready to unlock your artistic potential and create your own abstract masterpieces with this engaging art tutorial.
*Supplies I’m using in class (Some 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!)
Hahnemuhle 100% Cotton Watercolor Pad, 9×12 – https://amzn.to/42HmAAS
DANIEL SMITH Extra Fine Watercolor 15ml Paint Tube, Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Genuine – https://amzn.to/3CxuuSU
Holbein Irodori Artist Gouache – Spring, Set of 12 – https://amzn.to/3CPbNKB
Fiskars Paper Trimmer – 12” Cut Length – https://amzn.to/42DGxZb
Hardboard art panels – you see me tape things down to these and they come in several different sizes: https://amzn.to/3C8EK3z
Artist tape – https://amzn.to/3Hf6fLP
Art Sponges – https://amzn.to/3L9xf0k
Caran D’ache Neopastel Oil Pastels Set/48 – https://amzn.to/43FEBRf
Princeton Artist Brush Neptune, Size 4 – https://amzn.to/3qNQHcI
Princeton Artist Brush Neptune, Size 8 – https://amzn.to/3Pe2XgA
Posca Extra Fine Marke – https://amzn.to/3N7WOSd
Tim Holtz Layering Stencils Duo Pack ~ Burlap & Bubbles – https://amzn.to/3NwRKXa
SENNELIER D’Artigny Oil Pastel Fixative – https://amzn.to/3X9DfMg
SENNELIER Latour Spray Fixative Soft Pastels – https://amzn.to/3Pgsd5Z
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*My very favorite supplies that I might mention in every video:
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Kakimori Brass Nib – https://shop.stlartsupply.com/products/kakimori-brass-nib
Kakimori pen holder – https://shop.stlartsupply.com/products/sakura-wood-pen-holder
Kuretake GOLD MICA Ink – https://amzn.to/3oG04dt
Kuretake Gold mica Paste – https://amzn.to/3V2EpYZ
Raphael SoftAqua Brushes – https://amzn.to/3L5Bpq7
Princeton Artist Brush Neptune, Size 4 – https://amzn.to/3pkXPgg
Winsor & Newton Bamboo Brush – https://amzn.to/41U1Aa3
Posca Extra Fine Marke – https://amzn.to/3N7WOSd
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
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/kuretake-gansai-tambi-watercolor-paint-pan-sets/
Hardboard art panels – you see me tape things down to these and they come in several different sizes: https://amzn.to/3C8EK3z
Painters Color Diary – 9×12 watercolor – https://amzn.to/3NHFCSm
Painters Color Diary – 9×12 oil – https://amzn.to/3NowCCv
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/?ref=123 (Affiliate link)
Art Prompt cards: The Color Meditation Deck – https://amzn.to/3IT1bxC
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