HOW TO PAINT ABSTRACTS - ART LESSON ON VALUE. Making abstract pieces more dynamic and engaging

In this video I explain why value is so important in creating abstract paintings. I paint a sample painting showing how the lack of proper value makes your painting look flat and uninteresting. I talk about how using the proper values in a painting helps your eye to travel around the canvas and can take you on a journey through the painting. Understanding value in abstract art is essential because it establishes the foundation for depth, contrast, and visual impact. Value refers to the lightness or darkness of colors, and mastering it allows artists to create a sense of form, movement, and mood, even in non-representational works. In abstract compositions, where shapes and colors take center stage, manipulating value helps guide the viewer's eye and evoke emotional responses. By exploring variations in value, artists can add layers of complexity, balance, and harmony to their work, making their abstract pieces more dynamic and engaging. YouTube Supporter: Click the JOIN button:    / cherylwilsonart   PLEASE considering subscribing and smashing that thumbs up button! Art Journals are in my Amazon Store, https://www.amazon.com/shop/influence... or use the link below. I created these for you!! I use mine for my thoughts and some journal painting. GO TO BOOKS on my store!! Artist Journal to write your thoughts and sketches. 8" x 10" with 120 Blank pages. Soft Cover Blank Paper Sketch Book Art Journal for your art Journalling. Original art on cover by Cheryl Wilson, Artist, Carry with you in your art satchel, put beside your bed for late night notes, take with you while doing plein air painting, or just use in your art studio. Paper is 50-61 pound (74-90 GSM) white paper. 8" x 10" Abstract Art Journal - 120 Blank pages. Cover: Watercolor Floral Original Art. High quality Mat paperback cover By Cheryl Wilson: Art Series: Navarrehttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CC4CM6SH?..." x 10" Abstract Art Journal - 120 Blank pages. Cover: Black and White Art Journal Original Art. High quality Mat paperback cover By Cheryl Wilsonhttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C9SJJVT9?..." x 10" Abstract Art Journal - 120 Blank pages. Cover: Floral Original Art. High quality Mat paperback cover By Cheryl Wilson: Art: Park Avenue Serieshttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CCCMZG9W?... Instagram: instagram.com/cherylwilsonart/ Website: www.cherylwilsonart.com/ Share Your Art: facebook.com/groups/intentionalartistgroup Helpful Tools: Amazon Store with products I use: https://www.amazon.com/shop/influence... ARTIST TOOLBOX: https://payhip.com/CherylWilsonArt​ S T A Y C O N N E C T E D ♡ website | http://cherylwilsonart.com/​ ♡ instagram | https://  / cherylwilsonart   ♡ facebook |   / cherylwilsonart   MY PERSONAL TRAINING ONLINE ≫ https://intentionalartist.newzenler.com/ Art Journals are in my Amazon Store, https://www.amazon.com/shop/influence... or use the link below. I created these for you!! I use mine for my thoughts and some journal painting. GO TO BOOKS on my store!! Artist Journal to write your thoughts and sketches. 8" x 10" with 120 Blank pages. Soft Cover Blank Paper Sketch Book Art Journal for your art Journalling. Original art on cover by Cheryl Wilson, Artist, Carry with you in your art satchel, put beside your bed for late night notes, take with you while doing plein air painting, or just use in your art studio. Paper is 50-61 pound (74-90 GSM) white paper. 8" x 10" Abstract Art Journal - 120 Blank pages. Cover: Watercolor Floral Original Art. High quality Mat paperback cover By Cheryl Wilson: Art Series: Navarrehttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CC4CM6SH?..." x 10" Abstract Art Journal - 120 Blank pages. Cover: Black and White Art Journal Original Art. High quality Mat paperback cover By Cheryl Wilsonhttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C9SJJVT9?..." x 10" Abstract Art Journal - 120 Blank pages. Cover: Floral Original Art. High quality Mat paperback cover By Cheryl Wilson: Art: Park Avenue Serieshttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CCCMZG9W?...