Introduction to Abstract Painting
Adding 2 to 3 Large Shapes 2
A course by Josh Jensen , Artist
About the video: Adding 2 to 3 Large Shapes 2
Overview
“Here I will show you how to refine a painting with vibrant colors like Dairylide yellow, magenta, and muted violet. Also I will talk about how color interactions, such as yellow and violet, create contrast and vibrancy, while emphasizing restraint. Subtle decisions and gradual refinements shape the evolving composition.”
In this video lesson Josh Jensen addresses the topic: Adding 2 to 3 Large Shapes 2, 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
“I used a Dairy Lod Yellow. which gives a very powerful effect of yellow and also kind of references a little bit of this sepia tone. Again, it's sort of a go between of some of these really powerful magentas and turquoise And also. Kind of part of the background. the more muted natural colors. And I think I need to continue with a little bit more yellow. I'm feeling really happy with it. Feeling like it's moved really well. the direction it's gone in, I was not expecting it to look quite like this. Really, it was after the magenta being applied. things started to kind of hone in and take on...”
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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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