Introduction to Abstract Painting
The Preparation 3
A course by Josh Jensen , Artist
About the video: The Preparation 3
Overview
“This part of the lesson covers acrylic painting techniques using different mediums for texture and sheen. I will be exploring tools like the catalyst wedge, experiment with sepia tones, and balance abstract and realistic elements. The focus includes grounding darker tones at the bottom, following landscape conventions, and evaluating your work from various angles for adjustments.”
In this video lesson Josh Jensen addresses the topic: The Preparation 3, which is part of the Domestika online course: Introduction to Abstract Painting. Dive into the world of abstract painting with this course. Learn design, composition, and color theory through practice..
Partial transcription of the video
“It's completely dry now. And even though there's a little bit of sheen on it, which gives it a bit of texture, The mediums that I use typically have a little bit of sheen to it. This one here, the fluid matte medium, make sure it stays in a matte. Sheen. The pouring medium is actually going to have the highest gloss finish. and the airbrush medium is probably more like satin. Each one of these is going to offer something a little bit different in terms of the viscosity. and they're each gonna offer something a little bit different with the sheen. I'm less concerned with the sheen at this st...”
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Course summary for: Introduction to Abstract Painting
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Acrylic Painting, Fine Arts, Painting

Josh Jensen
A course by Josh Jensen
Josh Jensen is an abstract artist and therapist with over a decade of experience in both artistic and clinical practice. He began his career in visual arts with training in figurative painting, but gradually shifted toward abstract art, where he found his true passion. He has exhibited his work in galleries across North and South Carolina and has collaborated with interior designers. Currently, he balances his work as a therapist with a growing art career, selling internationally and sharing his process on Instagram.
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