Watch as I work on painting my way out of artist's block and play with an abstract sketchbook painting. Like most artists, I've been there before and I’ll be there again, feeling stuck and uninspired, but this exercise really helped me break free from that painting funk.
Previous video on artist's block -https://youtu.be/tVjf6UTcVBM

To start, I took a previously painted page in my sketchbook and used it as the background for my abstract play piece. It's amazing how a simple base can set the tone for the entire piece. Now, let's talk colors! For this abstract mixed media painting, I decided to work with a vibrant palette of acrylic paints, including Pyrrole red, permanent magenta, mars black, light blue permanent, lime green, green gold, violet, and titanium white. These colors brought life and energy to my artwork and worked with the background that was already established.

As I continued to work on my mixed media sketchbook painting, I incorporated torn pieces of painted paper, adding texture and depth to the composition. Mixing different mediums and materials can truly transform your artwork and ignite your creativity.

Throughout the process, I made a conscious effort to stay focused and keep painting until I felt genuinely satisfied with the result. It's all about pushing through that artist's block and finding joy in the act of creation. Remember, abstract painting is a journey of self-expression and experimentation, so don't be afraid to take risks and let your intuition guide you.

This tutorial aims to inspire and guide you on your own artistic journey. I encourage you to pick up your brushes, embrace the abstract, and dive into the world of sketchbook painting. Trust me, you'll be amazed at what you can create when you break free from that creative rut.

So, join me in this tutorial as we explore the power of acrylic paints, delve into the world of abstract painting, and explore techniques for conquering artist's block.. Let's unleash our creativity and watch our imaginations come to life on the pages of our sketchbooks.

Thank you for joining me on this artistic adventure, and remember, never stop creating!

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Keep on painting!

To see more abstract paintings and art by Chris Loud check out https://www.instagram.com/chrisloudart/ (@chrisloudart) on Instagram

Paints and tools used in this painting:
Pyrrole red - https://amzn.to/3JD2gK9
Permanent magenta - https://amzn.to/3NaYVUL
Mars black - https://amzn.to/43bg064
Violet - https://amzn.to/3O1gF5L
Lime green - https://amzn.to/44oA8lU
Light permanent blue - https://amzn.to/3MNeGjn
Green gold - https://amzn.to/40TgegX
Light olive green - https://amzn.to/42pjyBc
Titanium white - https://amzn.to/3OUQDBH

Golden mean calibers - https://amzn.to/3NRSzdo (these will work for art pieces up to 12 inches)
Here is a larger one on Etsy - https://etsy.me/3r5vY46
Make your own - https://youtu.be/yxXI5a6B79s

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