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Charest Art: Abstract Artist - The one minute book review - Personal Geographies in Mixed Media
Charest Art: Abstract Artist - The one minute book review - Personal Geographies in Mixed Media
A series of book reviews of my favorite art books.
Personal Geographies in Mixed Media.
Over the years, I have continuously experimented with media. I added ink to my watercolors. I added wasp nests pieces to my collages. I experimented with different papers. I added string, plaster or wire to different pieces. This show is about my love of experimenting and the paintings that resulted from that.
Nature and the people in her life are my main inspirations. Capturing memories of my experiences in a way that a camera cannot, my paintings invite you to explore the subject; quietly discovering what is really there.
My interest in painting started when my husband was transferred to Texas and my neighbor took me to a painting class to pass the time. This led to a passion for painting that has never stopped. I took classes in Texas, Arizona, Quebec and Alberta. My attraction to texture and color is due to my growing up on a farm in northern Alberta where fields of wheat, canola and flax provided colors for my palette even then. They are the fuel for the memories I use for my paintings.
Mixed media is my favorite form of painting. I love the variety of media because it helps tell stories. When creating a painting, I have a story in mind but I also wants the viewer to create their own story or relationship with the painting and evoke memories for them. My courses on Mixed Media are now available online at sites called: Udemy.com and Skillshare.com. Join me in the joys of creating mixed media.
For workshops: email: dorischarest@gmail.com or check out her web site: www.dorischarest ca.
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Відео

Doris Charest Art: 1 Hour Painting #1
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Doris Charest Art: 1 Hour Painting #1. An experiment in using a card to create a painting. Easy and fast. Over the years, I have continuously experimented with media. My love of experimenting and the paintings that resulted from that are the basis of all my series. Mixed media is my favorite form of painting. I love the variety of media because it helps tell stories. When creating a painting, I...
Doris Charest Art: One Minute Art Book Review - Pencil Drawing
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Doris Charest Art: One Minute Art Book Review - Pencil Drawing by G. Franks ISBN: Not Found - Walter Foster Art Books. Over the years, I have continuously experimented with media. My love of experimenting and the paintings that resulted from that are the basis of all my series. Mixed media is my favorite form of painting. I love the variety of media because it helps tell stories. When creating ...
Doris Charest Art: Composition - X Composition in Blue
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Doris Charest Art: Composition - X Composition in Blue Part of a course that I have on Udemy.com. Over the years, I have continuously experimented with media. My love of experimenting and the paintings that resulted from that are the basis of all my series. Mixed media is my favorite form of painting. I love the variety of media because it helps tell stories. When creating a painting, I have a ...
Doris Charest Art: Abstract collage-How to use your papers to create a painting
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Doris Charest Art: Abstract collage-How to use your papers to create a painting Part of a course that I have on Udemy.com. Over the years, I have continuously experimented with media. My love of experimenting and the paintings that resulted from that are the basis of all my series. Mixed media is my favorite form of painting. I love the variety of media because it helps tell stories. When creat...
Doris Charest Art: Composition Summary and Conclusion
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Over the years, I have continuously experimented with media. My love of experimenting and the paintings that resulted from that are the basis of all my series. Mixed media is my favorite form of painting. I love the variety of media because it helps tell stories. When creating a painting, I have a story in mind but I also want the viewer to create their own story or relationship with the painti...
Doris Charest Art: The color wheel and color combinations
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Doris Charest Art: The color wheel and color combinations Part of a course that I have on Udemy.com. Over the years, I have continuously experimented with media. My love of experimenting and the paintings that resulted from that are the basis of all my series. Mixed media is my favorite form of painting. I love the variety of media because it helps tell stories. When creating a painting, I have...
Doris Charest Art: Basic Steps to Collage #2
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Doris Charest Art: Basic Steps to Collage #2 Part of a course that I have on Udemy.com Over the years, I have continuously experimented with media. My love of experimenting and the paintings that resulted from that are the basis of all my series. Mixed media is my favorite form of painting. I love the variety of media because it helps tell stories. When creating a painting, I have a story in mi...
Doris Charest Art: Business Competitors
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Doris Charest Art: Business Competitors The workbook for STARTING AN ART BUSINESS is available on AMAZON at: www.amazon.ca/Starting-Art-Business-Beginners-workbook-ebook/dp/B08ZWHDWFC/ref=sr_1_5?qid=1655701666&refinements=p_27:Doris Charest&s=books&sr=1-5 ASIN ‏ : ‎ B08ZWHDWFC Publisher ‏ : ‎ kdp (March 22 2021) Language ‏ : ‎ English Part of a course that I have on Udemy.com Over the years, I ...
Doris Charest Art: Mixed media nest
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Doris Charest Art: Mixed media nest Part of a course that I have on Udemy.com. Over the years, I have continuously experimented with media. My love of experimenting and the paintings that resulted from that are the basis of all my series. Mixed media is my favorite form of painting. I love the variety of media because it helps tell stories. When creating a painting, I have a story in mind but I...
Doris Charest Art: Art as a Business - Tracking Expenses
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Doris Charest Art: Art as a Business - Tracking Expenses The workbook for STARTING AN ART BUSINESS is available on AMAZON at: www.amazon.ca/Starting-Art-Business-Beginners-workbook-ebook/dp/B08ZWHDWFC/ref=sr_1_5?qid=1655701666&refinements=p_27:Doris Charest&s=books&sr=1-5 ASIN ‏ : ‎ B08ZWHDWFC Publisher ‏ : ‎ kdp (March 22 2021) Language ‏ : ‎ English Part of a course that I have on Udemy.com O...
Doris Charest Art: Doris Charest Art: One Minute Book Review - Paper Transformed
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Doris Charest Art: One Minute Book Review - Paper Transformed Paper Transformed: A Handbook of Surface-Design Recipes and Creative Paper Projects by Julia Andrus ISBN: 1581805322 Over the years, I have continuously experimented with media. I added ink to my watercolors. I added wasp nests pieces to my collages. I experimented with different papers. I added string, plaster or wire to different p...
Doris Charest Art: Abstract Art-X Composition
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Doris Charest Art: Abstract Art-X Composition Part of a course that I have on Udemy.com. Over the years, I have continuously experimented with media. My love of experimenting and the paintings that resulted from that are the basis of all my series. Mixed media is my favorite form of painting. I love the variety of media because it helps tell stories. When creating a painting, I have a story in ...
Doris Charest Art: Choosing the Right Painting surface
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Doris Charest Art: Choosing the Right Painting surface Part of a course that I have on Udemy.com Over the years, I have continuously experimented with media. My love of experimenting and the paintings that resulted from that are the basis of all my series. Mixed media is my favorite form of painting. I love the variety of media because it helps tell stories. When creating a painting, I have a s...
Doris Charest Art: Do You Need a Business Logo?
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Doris Charest Art: Do You Need a Business Logo? The workbook for STARTING AN ART BUSINESS is available on AMAZON at: www.amazon.ca/Starting-Art-Business-Beginners-workbook-ebook/dp/B08ZWHDWFC/ref=sr_1_5?qid=1655701666&refinements=p_27:Doris Charest&s=books&sr=1-5 ASIN ‏ : ‎ B08ZWHDWFC Publisher ‏ : ‎ kdp (March 22 2021) Language ‏ : ‎ English Part of a course that I have on Udemy.com Over the y...
Doris Charest Art: Abstracting the landscape - Fall Morning
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Doris Charest Art: Abstracting the landscape - Fall Morning
Doris Charest Art: Analogous Colors Explained
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Doris Charest Art: Analogous Colors Explained
Doris Charest Art: Art as a Business - Set Goals
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Doris Charest Art: Art as a Business - Set Goals
Doris Charest Art: Gel Photocopy Transfers
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Doris Charest Art: Gel Photocopy Transfers
Doris Charest Art: Art Tips -Using masking tape to make straight lines
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Doris Charest Art: Art Tips -Using masking tape to make straight lines
Doris Charest Art: Art as a Business - Networking
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Doris Charest Art: Art as a Business - Networking
Doris Charest Art: Choosing the right watercolour paint
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Doris Charest Art: Choosing the right watercolour paint
Doris Charest Art: Using Triadic Colors
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Doris Charest Art: Using Triadic Colors
Doris Charest Art: Art as a business - Social media and Facebook
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Doris Charest Art: Art as a business - Social media and Facebook
Doris Charest Art: Using markers to define an image
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Doris Charest Art: Using markers to define an image
Doris Charest Art: Teach Your First Art Workshop -Your fear
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Doris Charest Art: Teach Your First Art Workshop -Your fear
Doris Charest Art: Art as a Business - Blogging
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Doris Charest Art: Art as a Business - Blogging
Doris Charest Art: Composition and Arrangement of Shapes #2
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Doris Charest Art: Composition and Arrangement of Shapes #2
Doris Charest Art: Conclusion to Raising a Creative Child
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Doris Charest Art: Conclusion to Raising a Creative Child
Doris Charest Art: Color History
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Doris Charest Art: Color History

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @88hHoward
    @88hHoward 2 місяці тому

    The most important aspect of this book is that it doesn't just suggest materials and techniques. It is not your traditional "how to" book. It analyses the key concepts and elements of the relationship between figurative and abstract painting in a way that makes you think differently about your own work.

    • @dorischarest
      @dorischarest 2 місяці тому

      @@88hHoward Glad you liked the book. Sounds like you read it thoroughly.

  • @julieo8017
    @julieo8017 3 місяці тому

    Was so disappointed as put watercolour in the search This is about acrylics

    • @dorischarest
      @dorischarest 3 місяці тому

      @@julieo8017 The search categories are not decided by me. Sorry if you are disappointed. Often you can do acrylic techniques in watercolours. Just so you know. Give it a try.

    • @julieo8017
      @julieo8017 2 місяці тому

      @@dorischarest thankyou I understand it is not your doing But you must understand watching and enjoying and eager to play thinking I was watching watercolour I know acrylic can be diluted Will give it a try

    • @dorischarest
      @dorischarest 2 місяці тому

      @@julieo8017 Glad I could help with the info on acrylics. Acrylic will give you brighter colours

  • @Justanartlover
    @Justanartlover 7 місяців тому

    Such a great selection of books! I'm so glad I found this video ❤

  • @Juliannaebrown
    @Juliannaebrown 7 місяців тому

    So helpful!! Thank you💕

  • @patb5889
    @patb5889 8 місяців тому

    Thank u so much going to get them.😊

  • @HelpLord-xb1go
    @HelpLord-xb1go 8 місяців тому

    Hello, I'm getting in touch to explore a business chance linked to your Udemy class. Our goal is to boost your course's visibility, draw in additional learners, and foster favorable feedback. Can we set a moment to delve into this more deeply at your earliest availability?

  • @rayholing8152
    @rayholing8152 8 місяців тому

    Abstract art is about smearing paint over the entire canvas !!! There is NO COMPOSITION !!!

    • @dorischarest
      @dorischarest 8 місяців тому

      I disagree. It’s all about organizing your colour and textures. Better results that way.

  • @KS-wr4vv
    @KS-wr4vv 8 місяців тому

    Great video. I ❤art books. The video doesn’t start till 7 mins into it and at first I thought something was wrong with it. I bet other people have clicked off thinking the same. I’m sure if you trim off the first 7 mins you will get lots more views.

  • @KS-wr4vv
    @KS-wr4vv 8 місяців тому

    I love the colors and how cool that you are making videos. I’m still trying to work up the nerve.

    • @dorischarest
      @dorischarest 8 місяців тому

      If I. can do do it so can you. Give it a try.

  • @lenapires7793
    @lenapires7793 9 місяців тому

    I bought both of Rolina van Vliet books , and I am very happy with them. So much to learn from them and they are cheap! I pay only $27 australian dolars each in Amazom Australia

  • @lenapires7793
    @lenapires7793 9 місяців тому

    The best video about Abstract composition in the Internet. Thank you Doris ,the way you explain and them offer examples from artists is unique. You put so much effort to teach us..Thank again.

  • @lenapires7793
    @lenapires7793 9 місяців тому

    Thank you for sharing this books. I bought two of the books recommended here : 'Abstracts 50 Inspirational Projects' and' Painting Abstracts" both by Rolina van Vliet . That was the best money ($ 27 Australian dollars each in Amazon) I spend in my life ,I just love them .I am learning so much and having fun with all the ideas and projects. Thank again Doris.

  • @ENAIRAMA1
    @ENAIRAMA1 10 місяців тому

    I discovered your class in Skillshare! Going back and forth between your UA-cam channel and Skillshare! Today is a snowy day and perfect for a marathon of your videos. Subscribed!

  • @niravkikani6295
    @niravkikani6295 10 місяців тому

    Do you Teach Beginners to Start Art Business as a Profession ??

    • @dorischarest
      @dorischarest 10 місяців тому

      Not any more. I retired recently.

    • @niravkikani6295
      @niravkikani6295 10 місяців тому

      @@dorischarest I understand Your Concern & Respect Your Feelings. But I came across your video just today morning and I liked your Video , Felt Commitment in Your voice and a Desire to Teach and share Your Experiences. That is What I Need. Guidance on How to Successfully Develop an Art Business in Antique & Vintage Textiles . I was searching for many years,but I couldn't find one Mentor. But when I watched your video, my curiosity was awakened that I got a Mentor. That is the Reason I Requested You to Teach & Guide me.

    • @dorischarest
      @dorischarest 10 місяців тому

      @@niravkikani6295 I know an artist that works in textiles. instagram.com/manon_jodoin_studio/?hl=en. She is very active. Maybe ask her.

    • @niravkikani6295
      @niravkikani6295 10 місяців тому

      @@dorischarest Thanks for your reply and being so Kind. I will Definitely Request Her, buy If She won't , Then I will Request You to be My Mentor. Thanks & Regards.

    • @dorischarest
      @dorischarest 10 місяців тому

      @@niravkikani6295 She would be better. I don’t know much about textiles.

  • @carolmorrison7725
    @carolmorrison7725 10 місяців тому

    • @dorischarest
      @dorischarest 2 місяці тому

      @@carolmorrison7725 Glad I could help

  • @snegniyg
    @snegniyg 10 місяців тому

    Thank you for the lesson

  • @ritabykhovsky4175
    @ritabykhovsky4175 11 місяців тому

    God brought me to your channel and I am saying thank you from all my heart. I am 87 and f trying to learn how to enjoy painting.

    • @dorischarest
      @dorischarest 11 місяців тому

      Age is not important with art. Welcome to the art lovers group.

  • @k8marlowe
    @k8marlowe 11 місяців тому

    Thank you for your excellent advice. As I listened, I kept thinking, “Of course!” It seems I just needed you to clarify what I was already trying to understand. I know what I love. But, I’ve been putting off those things, thinking I need to master other techniques first. No more! 😊

  • @nathans1435
    @nathans1435 11 місяців тому

    There are internationally acclaimed artists beyond the United States :) who have gained fame for their adept use of tertiary colors. One such example is Paul Signac.

  • @elizabethgraham8819
    @elizabethgraham8819 11 місяців тому

    You make it so simple. Thank you😊

  • @dorischarest
    @dorischarest Рік тому

    Monochrome means one colour. You use only one colour for painting the whole painting but you can thin the paint to different values or shades.

  • @MaDeliaBrimon
    @MaDeliaBrimon Рік тому

    Meaning of monochrome

  • @susanfield2444
    @susanfield2444 Рік тому

    i cannot thank you enough for this information. it is an absolute treasure trove.

  • @susanfield2444
    @susanfield2444 Рік тому

    i sat and watched this video three times in a row. the content is just staggering. wonderfully helpful. thank you.

  • @dorischarest
    @dorischarest Рік тому

    Even if you can’t see the x , the intent is there. The goal is not to have it a bold visible x. Breaking it up makes it more subtle. However, I am glad you were interested in composition. I would be happy to look at your work if you give it a try.

  • @constancewalsh3646
    @constancewalsh3646 Рік тому

    I am hard-pressed to see the 'X' in several of the paintings, though squinting helps. Because the teacher/narrator is a mature woman, and because it illustrates an era in art with which I am enamored beyond words, I am intrigued. Even though I do not use intentionality of this kind in my art- if I did, I'd wouldn't paint a thing! I am for once captivated by an analysis of art. Thank you for this intelligent and interesting video.

  • @pruedanon2248
    @pruedanon2248 Рік тому

    Thanks, really helpful xx

  • @jaclee6
    @jaclee6 Рік тому

    Thanks for sharing these books. I am always intrigued by abstracts, but have no idea where to start. I’ll definitely check out these books.

  • @beverlybauer3820
    @beverlybauer3820 Рік тому

    Love your videos, they are full of information. A bit difficult to navigate your playlists but so many hidden gems. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and expertise!

  • @attadudepc
    @attadudepc Рік тому

    Great use of colours

  • @dorischarest
    @dorischarest Рік тому

    Sorry to hear you are disappointed. This video is part of a class I offer on Udemy.com.

  • @noreennorton5811
    @noreennorton5811 Рік тому

    I’m sorry but this video was titled that it was about composition yet included no content about composition. It does not make me want to watch any other of your videos.

    • @attadudepc
      @attadudepc Рік тому

      You are kidding me? If you listen to what she says, you'll learn that this video IS about composition - the true composition of what it takes to create a painting. If you listen to what she says instead of filtering her words to see if she has met your expectations or not, you'll soon see that this woman has put so much information into producing this video. From my point of view, the sad thing is you are the one who has missed the true value of the content of this video.

    • @AngelaWalters
      @AngelaWalters Рік тому

      I can see where you’re coming from. I was also expecting for her to talk about elements of composition: balance, focal point, visual movement, etc. But I think this video is more about inspiration, getting started, and story-telling.

    • @timoneek444
      @timoneek444 Рік тому

      @noreennorton5811 hi! Check out David m. Kessler fine art. I felt the same way you did when I watched this. But I was looking for something more specific. And David has a short video (Abstract painting compositions) showing exactly what I was looking for. I’m not sure, but it might be the same for you. I hope it helps. Wishing you the best!

    • @pauljack7170
      @pauljack7170 Рік тому

      correct! is a total nonsense

    • @pauljack7170
      @pauljack7170 Рік тому

      @@attadudepc well if u become a Klimt i will tell u r right ... until then 😂😂😂😂😂

  • @rchommel
    @rchommel Рік тому

    Yes, interest! Everything should say Something! Thank you, Doris ~!~

  • @Sommelier_Elio
    @Sommelier_Elio Рік тому

    Book fantastic ...best style of paint in my dream, abstract and realistic! I want to paint like van Aalst . Many thanks for rewiew

  • @changchesserly7591
    @changchesserly7591 Рік тому

    💕🙏🏼💕

  • @suel4269
    @suel4269 Рік тому

    I just got this book on eBay and it’s signed by Ron Ranson. $6.33

  • @shoshronis7044
    @shoshronis7044 Рік тому

    THIS IS A WONDERFUL LESSON. THANK YOU SOOO MUCH

  • @morganantoinettephoenix1107

    I really like this.

    • @dorischarest
      @dorischarest Рік тому

      It is really fun. Glad you like it.

  • @jzaylia1
    @jzaylia1 Рік тому

    Thank you for this video. :)

  • @drewgeorge2052
    @drewgeorge2052 Рік тому

    😇 Promo*SM

  • @mumtazsamnani1237
    @mumtazsamnani1237 Рік тому

    Hi thanks for sharing How do you use in paintings

    • @dorischarest
      @dorischarest Рік тому

      Easy. You just glue the images with acrylic gel. Then keep painting.

  • @shalinigupta6320
    @shalinigupta6320 Рік тому

    Wonderful

  • @jpart7412
    @jpart7412 Рік тому

    Totally Worst book for abstract painting 😡😡😡

  • @Banniesartistry
    @Banniesartistry Рік тому

    Thank you

  • @morganantoinettephoenix1107

    This has to be one of my favourite compositions because there are so many design possibilities. I am in the uk and wake up to your videos, and it puts me in a creative mindset for the rest of the day. Perfect start to my day.

    • @dorischarest
      @dorischarest Рік тому

      It is mine too. The options are limitless.

  • @morganantoinettephoenix1107

    I would never have thought of this.

  • @Banniesartistry
    @Banniesartistry Рік тому

    Thanks

  • @Banniesartistry
    @Banniesartistry Рік тому

    Very helpful thank you

  • @mumtazsamnani1237
    @mumtazsamnani1237 Рік тому

    Nice

  • @stuartchasevideos
    @stuartchasevideos Рік тому

    You make it look easy, Doris!