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Imperfect Paintings
Netherlands
Приєднався 1 лип 2018
Do you want to improve your creativity or art skills? Hop on board and discover how taking a better look at art, yourself and the world around you can help you. I believe it's the best way to improve your creative skills.
New video every other Sunday.
I often paint in the style of an artist and show their artwork and why I find it interesting to look at. I show you how I make my own art in their style and what I use as an inspiration, often simple things I see in every day life.
Everybody can learn how to paint! The first action is to lower the bar. Forget about perfect, forget about the image in your head. Just start making Imperfact Paintings, have fun and pay close attention to what happens on the canvas or paper you paint on. Paint, observe, enjoy, learn and improve.
Take up your brush and join us on our journey. Love to hear from you in the comments.
Albert van der Zwart
New video every other Sunday.
I often paint in the style of an artist and show their artwork and why I find it interesting to look at. I show you how I make my own art in their style and what I use as an inspiration, often simple things I see in every day life.
Everybody can learn how to paint! The first action is to lower the bar. Forget about perfect, forget about the image in your head. Just start making Imperfact Paintings, have fun and pay close attention to what happens on the canvas or paper you paint on. Paint, observe, enjoy, learn and improve.
Take up your brush and join us on our journey. Love to hear from you in the comments.
Albert van der Zwart
Mark Making Collage
Mark Making is fun to do, just as Collage. Can these be two also be combined for more fun? I try to find my answer and make several pieces to look at the subject from different sides.
The video about the artwork on the wall behind me: ua-cam.com/video/8Ifrfe7n2CU/v-deo.html
The video for extra inspiration for tools to use: ua-cam.com/video/-88gNhpHOWs/v-deo.html
Support
In case you like to support me and the channel, here some suggestions:
1 Watch the video until the end, this is a positive signal to UA-cam
2 Leave a comment, I just love to read about your thoughts
3 UA-cam shows a ‘thanks’ button below the video, thanks in advance
Materials
The art materials I use in the videos are not sponsored.
I prefer to work on multi-purpose paper, more info in this video: ua-cam.com/video/H2vpSqvUESg/v-deo.html
In almost all my videos I use with Winsor&Newton Galeria acrylics, if not, I will say so in the video.
Other materials I use are in random order: 5, 10 and 40mm brushes, palette knives, acrylics medium, Ecoline liquid watercolor, Lyra color pencils, Lyra soft pastels, oil pastels, Stabilo color pencils, paper palette pad and basic masking tape. I also use household items like a permanent marker, scrub sponge, scissors, paper towel, and so on.
#collage #markmaking #markmakingcollage
The video about the artwork on the wall behind me: ua-cam.com/video/8Ifrfe7n2CU/v-deo.html
The video for extra inspiration for tools to use: ua-cam.com/video/-88gNhpHOWs/v-deo.html
Support
In case you like to support me and the channel, here some suggestions:
1 Watch the video until the end, this is a positive signal to UA-cam
2 Leave a comment, I just love to read about your thoughts
3 UA-cam shows a ‘thanks’ button below the video, thanks in advance
Materials
The art materials I use in the videos are not sponsored.
I prefer to work on multi-purpose paper, more info in this video: ua-cam.com/video/H2vpSqvUESg/v-deo.html
In almost all my videos I use with Winsor&Newton Galeria acrylics, if not, I will say so in the video.
Other materials I use are in random order: 5, 10 and 40mm brushes, palette knives, acrylics medium, Ecoline liquid watercolor, Lyra color pencils, Lyra soft pastels, oil pastels, Stabilo color pencils, paper palette pad and basic masking tape. I also use household items like a permanent marker, scrub sponge, scissors, paper towel, and so on.
#collage #markmaking #markmakingcollage
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When stuck, creatively speaking, it’s nice to have a way out. To me it’s working with my hands and just play around. When I get going, just do, things start to change for me. I enjoy myself again making just anything. I hope this way of working can help you too in difficult times. The video about the artwork on the wall behind me: ua-cam.com/video/crFlc-6dSCY/v-deo.html The video on Jules Olits...
Abstract choices - Imi Knoebel
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Simple Collage Ideas - just get started
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What’s in my head is not on paper
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COLORFUL Playful Fun
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Creativity isn’t about size, but about translating what you see in what you can make. The other day I saw this little label on a present and I loved it. Today I will turn it in to a giant one and show you all the steps. The video about the artwork on the wall behind me: ua-cam.com/video/8NdmKPCAEio/v-deo.html Support In case you like to support me and the channel, here some suggestions: 1 Watch...
EASY FUN abstract painting - 3 step process
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What if painting can be simple? It only takes 3 steps, but you have to take them to understand how much fun it is to work in this way. I show my versions and also examples of subscriber artwork. Have fun. The video about the artwork on the wall behind me: ua-cam.com/video/0a_iHTZQ37Y/v-deo.html The link to the video-invite for the challenge: ua-cam.com/video/C_ItPOi5wsk/v-deo.html Support In ca...
Hélio Oiticica - How to portray freedom
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The Brazilian Artist Hélio Oiticica is a very interesting artist. Today I want to show how I noticed him move from making 2D artwork to making 3D artwork. To me his artwork addresses freedom and will explain what I see. And explain some things you can encounter when trying 3D. The video about the artwork on the wall behind me: ua-cam.com/video/5sSu43x0eKY/v-deo.html Background information on Hé...
Seeing beauty - look beyond the ugly mess
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When you see trash or ugly spots, try looking again expecting to see beauty. In artmaking this can be a useful habit as well. In this video I show how to open your eyes for beauty and have fun in a different way, when painting. It’s a new painting challenge as well. Care to join in on the fun? Details can be found below. The video about the artwork on the wall behind me: ua-cam.com/video/-gfEKi...
Collage for adults - PLAYFUL ideas
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Playing makes you happy, what makes artmaking easier and more creative. Today the collages of Cecil Touchon are the main focus. I’ll show you how I make my versions of his artwork by showing examples and all the steps it takes. Enjoy, The video about the artwork on the wall behind me: ua-cam.com/video/3gj2m7HXSBc/v-deo.html Background on Cecil Touchon: ua-cam.com/video/46jyv1V2JdA/v-deo.htmlsi=...
No idea what to paint? Try this.
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What to do if you don’t know what to paint. I show a solution, example and some tips that can work for you as well. Enjoy painting again after this. The video about the artwork on the wall behind me: ua-cam.com/video/0a_iHTZQ37Y/v-deo.html A guarantee to make interesting looking art: ua-cam.com/video/-88gNhpHOWs/v-deo.html The video about painting on paper: ua-cam.com/video/H2vpSqvUESg/v-deo.html
Jasper Johns - infinite creative inspiration
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Finding a subject for your next painting is simple: just look out your window. In this video I focus on the way of working of Jasper Johns and make a number of paintings to show options you have when painting abstract. It’s easy, it’s fun and you have a million options. The video about the artwork on the wall behind me: ua-cam.com/video/LbiUjZjMLcU/v-deo.htmlsi=u-VCadpM-3Ajgpw Background inform...
EASY abstract for beginners - Tips & Tricks
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Don’t know how to begin abstract painting, in this video show a dozen tips to make it easy and fun to try. No painting experience needed, just some paint and paper. Enjoy. The video about the artwork on the wall behind me: ua-cam.com/video/8Ifrfe7n2CU/v-deo.html Support In case you like to support me and the channel, here some suggestions: 1 Watch the video until the end, this is a positive sig...
FUN & EASY - Line painting variations
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When I look around I see lines everywhere. But a lot of lines can be missed. Today I explain how to play with lines in your artwork, show examples, and for more inspiration I also show artwork made by subscribers. Enjoy making your next line-artwork. The video about the artwork on the wall behind me: ua-cam.com/video/apQkcGh_Fqg/v-deo.html Support In case you like to support me and the channel,...
Line in art - creative ways to play
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Lines can be fun to play with in art making. But first, you have to open your eyes to lines everywhere. In this video I invite you to participate in a painting challenge based on making (abstract) art with line, raging from simple exercises to more difficult ones. Have fun. The video about the artwork on the wall behind me: ua-cam.com/video/xOsxWoyx8tQ/v-deo.html Painting Challenge: Lines Submi...
Painting the situation - Cristina Lucas
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Painting the situation - Cristina Lucas
A SPIRAL in your painting - playful example
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A SPIRAL in your painting - playful example
Funny Faces - having fun painting faces
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Funny Faces - having fun painting faces
UGLY portrait - the lighthearted approach
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UGLY portrait - the lighthearted approach
EASY black & white - Seeing what you look at
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EASY black & white - Seeing what you look at
Polka Dot Princess - Painting challenge
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Polka Dot Princess - Painting challenge
What do you see and paint? Joan Mitchell
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What do you see and paint? Joan Mitchell
Bridget Riley-style painting - Fun to try
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Bridget Riley-style painting - Fun to try
Bridget Riley - What illusions do you see?
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Bridget Riley - What illusions do you see?
MORE is a better routine in artmaking
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MORE is a better routine in artmaking
Make WHAT IF your secret sauce in art making
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Make WHAT IF your secret sauce in art making
I liked the 2nd print. I hope you have enjoyed your summer break.
Thanks TJ. Yes, I certainly did. It was a working holiday, we now have a new kitchen. Great. Albert
@@ImperfectPaintings how lovely
Hi Albert sorry I have been missing in action , I’m just catching up with all your videos . I’m loving this one as it’s opening my creativity channel.
I had a big smile while watching the video, many... many thanks again for sharing 😊
Thanks, Julia. Was there anything particularly making you smile? I'd love to hear. Albert
Exploring like a chid, curious, with joy 😊
Thanks Julia. Exactly that. Have a wonderful day, Albert
Wow what an opening quote.
Thanks, type of healing.
Esto es basura.
Thanks Albert, you combine theory Art and practice plus experimentation in a meaningfull way
Thanks, Julia. I just love your play like this. Albert
Thanks for your Videos, studying other artists is so valuable, inspiring and playfull
Thanks, Julie. I learn a lot as well, it's all about observations and doing. And fun to do. Albert
Thank you for sharing your process of creating in Clyfford Still’s style. As I explore abstract painting and search for my own style, seeing your work inspired by his approach really sparks my imagination. I’m still figuring out what my unique style will be, but I hope to one day tell stories through my paintings that resonate with others and ignite their creativity. P.S. I’m planning to visit the Clyfford Still Museum on my next trip to Denver.
Thanks, Swiss. Just know whatever you paint is, in my opinion, always 'you' even when working in someone else's style. Look at cubism, they all resemble or relate, but all are unique. Just in other styles. Forget your goal, just paint and have fun. Before you know it you'll be there. Perhaps you have arrives already. Enjoy visiting Denver. Happy painting, Albert.
Thank you. This video has been very helpgul.
Thanks, Marta. I'm glad I could help. Happy painting in a new style. Albert
Burri sounds Albanian??!
Italian
@@ImperfectPaintings I meant the name Burri in Albanian means "Man".
Thanks, get it.
Thanks!
Thanks, Ingrid, for your support. Albert
Very inspiring! ❤
Thanks, Julie. It's easy, just start doing whatever. Enjoy, Albert
love this! Thank you for sharing your knowledge and skills with us.
Thanks, Yolande. Enjoy creating, Albert
Very amazing Albert I love it،and i also drew a few porträt in this way 😊 they are amazing. Thank u. I learnt a lot abaut art from your Videos!
Thanks Chibi. Enjoy making portrait in new ways. Albert
Thank you for making art so special and simple. Teaching us to be me. I can’t wait to get started
Thanks, Eco. Enjoy creating your own versions. Albert
Super cool 🎉
Thanks, Jose.
Thank you for bringing inspiration for my mark making process! You are the art teacher here I always wanted to
Thanks, Elweedo. I hope the examples spark your own creativity. Enjoy, Albert
Super as always!
Thanks, Julia.
👏👏👏❤❤❤🙏🙏🙏Thank you so much.
Thanks, MultiCamillaaaa. Enjoy playing like this. Albert
I love your way of explaining things.
Thanks, Diane. Happy painting, Albert
Thank you Albert for your latest inspiring video. I look forward to your return on UA-cam in September and wish you a most enjoyable summer! Take care Eliane
Thanks, Eliane. Happy painting, Albert
your tips are the best school for building self-confidence
Thanks, Ma Na.
Thank you for being wonderful person and teacher 🥹🥹you inspired me and I will work on each of your videos accordingly 🥹THANK YOUU GLAD THAT WE HAVE SOMEONE LIKE YOU IN THIS PLATFORM 🙏🏼
Thanks, Ebrar. Happy painting, Albert
Loved this so much. Going to try it for sure.
Thanks, Dharini. Enjoy creating. Albert
I love love love it! As always! Thank you and enjoy yourselves!
Thanks, Deb. We are having a good time. Albert
What if you placed your template/collage underneath clear plexiglass and painted the lines on the plexiglass, then pulled the print? Better yet-use a gel plate.
Thanks, Dawna, for naming a few alternative options. Always handy. Albert
Great video. Thanks.
Thanks, Maggie.
I love the way you talk in your videos. You are very soothing and sound like a very sweet, open-minded person <3
Thanks, M, positive words are always a joy to receive. Happy painting, Albert
Trees are my favorite for painting and you have helped with this ..Thankyou
Thanks, Cally. Good to hear. Happy painting, Albert
Ill bet your wife aaid, " get that junk out of my livingroom!" Just kidding. It actually looks sharp. You have a great eye for things. You have the ability that not everyone has, to see the beauty in the trash. I will have to shift my mind a little and keep an open mind. I am always thinking of mark making tools, everywhere I go. Thankbyou again
Thanks, Diana. Actually, you're quite right about the 'not in my livingroom'. Luckily we have another room I can use for my artmaking. And indeed, it's about seeing. But unfortunately you only can see it once you 'get it'. There's no trash, only materials. Happy painting.
Wow! You are an amazing artist. Thank you for teaching all of your great ideas. I learn so much from you.
My pleasure, Diane. Anyone can do this. Just take the time to actually do it. It's a fun exercise. Albert
wishing you a fabulous & relaxing summer vacation! looking forward to your return in september.
Thanks, Robin. Same to you. Albert
#2 & B
Thanks for sharing, Hart.
What if you blind fold yourself when mark making...it would totally be random at that point!
Thanks, Hart. I thought so myself, some time ago, but it surprised me, when I tried once myself, how much awareness i still have available about te position of the paper, my brush and so on. Changing hands and eyes open was a way more interesting experience. See for yourself, it's very interesting to investigate thoughts like yours and give it a try. A valuable experience. Let me know what happened. Albert
Wonderful!!!
Thanks, Hart.
I was looking at collage this week too. That and assemblage are hard to define that specifically as they are so open to interputation. I would guess the artist that made the work would have the final call on that. But yeah, I like both types of art. Thank, enjoy the summer.
Thanks, Culture Fan. That's what I like in collage: it's hard to define. It leaves room to ponder or to take a detour. Have a good summer as well. Albert
Thanks, Albert! Buone vacanze 😀
Thanks, Franca.
Thank you, Albert! This was a fun video with interesting looking results. Have a wonderful summer, I look forward to your UA-cam return in September!
Thanks, My3babies. Have a wonderful one yourself as well. Albert
Ein traumhaft schönenen und entspannten Sommer für dich und deiner Familie. Danke für die vielen Inspirationen. LG 🌸
Thanks, Marion. Same to you. Albert
This gives me some great ideas Albert. Thank you. Happy Summer to you.
Thanks, Connie, good to hear. Happy summer and see you later. Albert
Leuke video opnieuw Albert. Misschien zijn de volgende kunstenaars wel iets: Jef Verheyen Yves Klein Groetjes Marc België
Bedankt, Marc. En bedankt voor de suggesties. Yves Klein, staat al op mijn lijstje. Jeff Verheyen heb ik erbij gezet, interessant. Albert
@@ImperfectPaintings ik was op bezoek in het KMSKA tentoonstelling van Jef Verheyen..... vooral zijn monochrome zwarte, rode en witte schilderijen .... super vooral die glazing techniek vind ik boeiend
Bedankt, Marc. Ja ik heb iets met monochromen, vaak komen kunstenaars ieder via een andere route daarbij aan. Intrigerend. Albert
Merci Albert pour cette nouvelle video fraiche, inspirante et ludique. Je dirais que votre demarche est : peinture-collage libre spontanée 😊 Excellent été a vous et votre famille 🎉 ! A bientôt ! Daniela
Merci, Daniela. It feels free to play like this. See you in a few weeks. Albert
Another great video, Albert ! 🙏Hope you have a lot of summer holiday fun and a good rest. Looking forward to your return with lots more art making possibilities. 😊
Thanks, Deni. Enjoying the time off already. It's always good to focus on other things for a while. Have a good time as well, and see you later, Albert
Prob painting first
Thanks, Diane.
Lovely video, Albert! Thank you! I enjoyed looking at your students' art, too! :)
Thanks, Julie.
I just love your way to do art-you are a really good teacher and a wonderful inspiration for me all the time:) Thank you so much!
Thanks, Claudia. I'm just happy to help in any way. Happy painting, Albert
Is! Thanks!
Thanks, Deb.
very nice art, well done!
Thanks, framed.
Thanks so much!
Thanks, Yessica.
I’m a huge fan of Dan Tirels! Thanks for sharing this! 🙂
Thanks, Julie. I love his artwork as well. Albert