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Thank you, Betty. After a stressful week of working early voting, I sat down this morning and watched your video. I find your stories and painting so mesmerizing and relaxing. Thank you for getting my weekend off to a great start!
You are so very welcome! I'm so happy that I was able to provide you some relief from poll work. Thank you for helping at the polls. It's not an easy job! And, THANK YOU so much for your contribution. It really means a lot to me! Enjoy your weekend, Jinx!
Great story…. It is true that we all have a story. I am self taught and it has been fun to see how you paint. I put the rug down in my art studio if I drop paint which I will it won’t ruin the carpet underneath. It has ended up being 6 x 10 which will work great for me. It is on the other half of my bedroom. I took the window half and it feels great looking out at my trees. My story really how fun. I was a nurse in my 40’s lost my career to illness. After 1 year I started painting landscapes cabins etc. and my dad gave me a bunch of saw blades which I would totally refinish then paint them. I joined an art club and they were snobbish because I was considered a crafter until our summer art show. A master artist came in to critique our work. He said “has she ever had a lesson”. The gal escorting him said no. He said to tell me never take any lessons. After I ended up selling everything I painted and his comments I never overheard that she is a crafter. I was considered an artist. I then got healed and ended up becoming a Chaplain and working with the homeless and seniors. That was in 94’ to 98’ being an artist. At 65 I retired and dabbled in my art. I normally give my work away if someone likes it and have a few requests on the burner. I don’t sell my work anymore I am in a low income senior cottages and I give it away. I might get a few dollars for new paints but the Lord blesses me so I can have fun. I am now trying abstracts. But first I have a lot of holiday cards to do. God bless…. Well, you said share lololol
What a wonderful story, Linda! I love how that master artist was able to see a true artist (not a crafter). Those words must have made you feel so good and gave you even more confidence to create. I also love that you helped the homeless and seniors. We need more people like you who care for these folks. Keep on creating and enjoying the journey! Hugs to you!
Thank you so much, my art journey started out when I was in the depths of depression. Creating and therapy helped me to overcome depression. I have been painting for over 25 years, first watercolor, then acrylic, oil with palette knife. Back to acrylics as it is easier since I have rheumatoid arthritis and my hands are wonky….but I can still paint!
So many years of creating! I love it. And, you got to experiment and play with different mediums. I personally prefer acrylics and will probably stick with them for many years. Keep on creating, Patti!
Thank you for sharing your journey. I started painting as a healing process from my mother's emotional abuse. I found joy in painting and now I paint because of the joy it brings me.
As soon as you suggested writing about how I got started, I paused & really thought about that. Took me all the way back to when I was very small and not a good eater. It was more fun to make pictures on my plate with the food!
Dear Betty, the story of your artistic maturation is wonderful and inspiring. It is the only possible way to create your own art. Many do not start on that path due to cowardice, lack of time, lack of money.. You are a lucky woman and it is wonderful to watch the moments of your creation.
OH BETTY!!! these two pieces are fantastic in every way!! and the generosity you so emanate in your story and your videos is a treasure that i feel very honored to be a part of! Thank you so much for it all!!! and a little aside is that I once lived in Santa Cruz (1969-1972) and see that you ccasionally get to spend some time there also!!! Have a great day and carry on in your inimitable way!
I am about to turn 50 , and this video has inspired me. I have been in corporate all my life (hating it) and wanting to be a full time artist. As I sit here at my desk I am surrounded by my art and supplies, desperate to create. You have given me SO much hope that it is not too late to realise my dream. Thank you xx
Actually, it's happening at just the right time, Sara! Hopefully, you can take all you have learned in Corporate America and apply it to running your own business! You got this! One step at a time!
Always enjoy watching you work Betty and thank you for sharing your journey ❤ Finding 'mixed media' was also a revelation for me and still is -- I enjoy the 'play' of using *all* kinds of materials, paint isn't enough for me :)
I totally understand that! I was missing all that play and experimentation I was doing with mixed media. Some days I want to do it again, but when I sit down to do something I find that it doesn't interest me as much as it used to. It could partially be because I don't have all the yummy supplies I used to have!
Thanks so much for sharing your story, it’s inspirational. The decision to practice and keep moving forward through the discomfort, and the beauty of how it unfolded with your mother’s flowers, and your joy picking them reminds me of the process of a caterpillar to butterfly. Transformation, trusting the process and becoming. Love it!
Hi Betty. Today you shared your art story & I just wanted to say I thought it was great how you were inspired on your walks with your mom when you went to pick those wild flowers in the fields. It’s interesting how being with her took you to find your abstract art gift. If not for that circumstance & timing you might not of found it. Or at least that particular one or that breakthrough. When you go on in your life & look back you’ll always have that to remember about your mom & how she was a big part of you finding your gift. It’s like you found treasure Betty. Treasure really in yourself. Happy Holidays
Thank you for your kind words, JuliJo! I was very fortunate to be there that Spring and to spend that time with her. Honestly, if it wasn't for her Alzheimer's I probably wouldn't have been there (and many more times since then). I wish she could know that she helped me find my artist voice. At this point, she doesn't know me, but I will always treasure our walks (and still do) together. Happy Holidays to you, too!
Betty I found you a few years ago. I enjoy watching your process especially when you include the palette it really helps me become more adventurous with experimenting 🎉👏🏻❤️
Yay! Thanks for watching me all these years! I try to include the palette when I'm working small. It's not always easy to get everything into the frame. Thanks so much!
You are amazing as artist and person and so inspiring to all people. A real example that it is never too late to start something new no matter the age if you discover something you can just go and explore and see where it takes you. So different from the world that tells you that at 30 you should have it figured out and at 50 it is too late to start anything. And you make absolutely stunning art 🥰😊
The older I get, the more I realize it's best not to listen to anyone but your own self and your own heart. Do what makes you happy! Thank you for watching the video, Katka!
So glad I watched this. I loved hearing your full story of becoming an artist. I think I’m you 15 years ago…almost 40, working a 9-to-5 middle management position but just engrossed in art the rest of the time. Not sure where my journey will lead me but I’d love to do more with my art someday. Hard with small kids though. Thanks for all the inspiration.
Thank you for sharing that with me, Jane! Keep on creating so that when the kids are old enough to not need you around all the time, you'll already have a ton of skills to go full-time!
Betty, thank you for your honesty, and also for sharing your personal journey! I am on the same journey and still trying to figure out my style. Your videos are helping and inspiring me. Thank you so much!
Just found your channel and love it. I'm 70 years old and have dabbled over the years but never thought I could do abstract as I get bogged down on details. Also my 'studio' in my laundry is tiny so doing small paintings would really suit me. Love your work.
HI Vivienne! Super glad you found me and my art! Sounds like your sweet little studio is the perfect size for working small. When I started creating art, I only worked on small pieces of paper. To this day, it's still my favorite size! Keep on creating!
You connect with your audience so beautifully. We learn even as we are drawn to your personal journey. I love that I have discovered not just stunning, magnificent art, but also a lovely artist in my own journey.
New here!! Thank you ❤I just retired and started Rock painting then on to canvas !! It’s a God thing for me !! Love to play with color . Self taught. Although I was a manicurist for 15 years. So when I picked up the paint brush I knew that God was refining my fire. Enjoy the journey.
Your art makes my heart sing and speaks to my soul. Thank you so much for sharing your journey. It gives me so much inspiration to keep going and believe in myself
I just discovered you now and I am so happy I did. I love you process and I so resonate with it. Thanks for sharing your story also. There is hope for me after all. Lol. I loved this video so much. These are adorable. I will attempt to do this. I am also following you on IG. And I love that you are Canadian as I am too. I am super excited to learn from you. Nice to meet you, Betty!
These are wonderful. I really liked them at the 20:30 mark. I guess it’s hard to know when to stop! I love your process and hope to find one of these on a larger scale. Thanks!
I have been a pastel artist for 25 years. Not liking the dust, framing with glass, etc. I got the Novacolor paints and will attempt to create fun colorful abstract paintings. I'm excited and a little nervous. I can't start painting for a couple of weeks so I'm trying to be patient. Thank you for sharing your artwork. It's so colorful, which is something I love. Suggestions for painting names: you mentioned "Icing on the Cake"; Bloomtown; Walking Through Wildflowers; Pick Your Bouquet; Blooming Abundance; Step Into the Colorful Wild... Just some thoughts 🙂
Hi Laurel! Thank you for those title suggestions! My heart did a leap for "blooming abundance", so I'm going with that! Love it! When you start painting with acrylics, please be patient with yourself. Changing mediums is hard. You're so used to pastels. It's going to be very different to work with paint. But, you'll get there! Please send me your address at bettyfranksart@gmail.com and I'll send you a little thank you for the title suggestion. THANK YOU!!!
Hello Betty, thank you for sharing this video. I've had a bit of a 'blip' over the summer and I did so love watching and listening to your whole process again. I'm happily feeling inspired again myself and this is just what you always do with your positivity! I particularly felt a feeling of yes......I do that too, when you said more or less 'don't hesitate or think too much'. For me that's very true too. It's always good (for me) basically confidence wise when someone I believe in re-enforces my own way of working. ❤🎨
Бетти, ваши картины совершенны и неповторимы! смотрю вас вторую неделю и пытаюсь проникнуть в ваш волшебный мир воображения, но это невозможно. буду пытаться проникнуть в свой ) спасибо за возможность любоваться вашими работами и процессом создания картин
They are beautiful, I love the set of colors. I paint too, I'm self-taught... I am very inconstant, I get bored very easily. I paint abstract, but then I get fed up and move on to flowers or portraits or landscapes. The sea is my favorite. All this preamble to ask you if sometimes you do not want to change the subject. Mine is absolutely not a criticism, but a curiosity. I love your paintings a lot and your ability to combine colors. A hug and good art
Good question, Piera! I used to paint everything and anything until my heart finally found what I love. Now I have no desire to paint anything else (although, on occasion, I'll paint more realistic flowers--but they're still abstracted). I think it's great that you're trying everything. And, if you're finding that you're bored, then it's not speaking to your heart. You haven't found your passion yet. Keep trying different things until you do!
@@BettyFranksArt Understood. I'm happy for you. I also realized that at the moment I am experimenting and that sooner or later I will find my own style. It's still fun. Thanks for the enlightening answer... Now I have clearer ideas. Kisses
Betty, I have been painting forever and never ever paid attention to what is Cool or Warm or Color Thanks to your videos I get it. I bother everybody that I can talk to about Warm or Cool Colors, Yes people are starting to not answer my calls. 😀😀😀
Thanks for your story Betty, great to hear about your journey! I'm excited to say that I put out my first painting process video (here on youtube) last week! A big thanks for your inspiration. ☺
Absolutely stunning Betty - as usual - I just LOVE your abstract Fields of Flowers . THANK YOU - appreciate you sharing your process . Kind regards - Judi - Australia
Loved watching this, they are such joyful pieces! I became a grandmother in January last year and started university, part time, in September., Visual Arts. Later this week I start the first painting class and I am so excited. I've dabbled in painting but now I'm ready to take it to another level. I'm inspired by your videos and find your process fascinating.
Love these glorious pieces thank you Betty.... also loved listening to your story again - you speak so well and I never get bored listening to your chit chat. You are such an inspiration to all us art nuts....... people used to look at me sideways as I've always loved abstract art - for decades and have never really known why - it just makes my heart sing as does your art. You are a kind and generous artist/teacher and I really enjoy your videos. Keep them coming please!! ( I noticed there was none of the beloved teal in these pieces.....) Cheers, Deb T (NZ)
Oh, I must be losing my love for teal because you're right, I totally forgot to add some and I even forgot to add my favorite teal prismacolor pencil marks at the very end. Oh well! Thank you for your super kind words, Deb. I so appreciate it. And, I know just what you mean about how abstract art makes your sing! Same here! Hugs from Cali! 🥰
Hi Betty, I love your abstract art and enjoyed hearing all the different roads you had to go down to eventually find yourself as an artist. I went back to school when my kids were young and got a degree in Fine Art. I was intent on being an Art Therapist, but the University cancelled the program and the other options were too far away. The years went by and several life changing crises seemed to happen, one after the other. I just did not feel in the right headspace to create anything and the people in my life needed my constant help. I love my family but feel like I lost sight of myself - who I was as a person, outside of being a mother and caregiver. My mom passed away when I was 53 and it was a huge turning point in my life. She was a talented woman - very artistic and intellectual but never had the opportunity to fulfill those passions. I don't want my story to end like hers but I feel I would be honouring her memory by pursuing my art. Even though I'm 56, I still want to try. It's really difficult because I still don't know what it is I want to express and the clock is ticking... Oh well, carry on I guess!
Hi Trace! Thank you for sharing that story with me. You still have so much time!! Could you start making it a priority? It may mean not doing the laundry or cleaning the house. Those are not as important as doing what your heart is calling you to do. If this is truly what you want for yourself, I know you'll find a way to make it happen. And, one day, you'll thank your younger 56-year-old self for taking the bold steps forward. You got this!
Hi Trace, I totally resonate with your comment. I have 11 family members that I help care for and very elderly parents, one with terminal C and I had become the family drudge by my mid fifties. I made the decision last year to start living my life for me, and pursuing some of my dreams. I am painting everyday, and although I struggled at first, finding my 'style' it came to me and now I am making connections, and hoping to have a show next year. Even if I can paint for one hour in between my duties, I will go for it. Betty, you have been an inspiration! I love your colors, your happy, joyful paintings as well the support you provide for those struggling to find their way. Thanks for this channel and your service. I would love to attend a live workshop one day, absolutely!
Thanks Betty I loved your story and feel very inspired by it. I was wondering today on how best to proceed and now think I'll do several on paper first. I've done a few canvases but now want to develop my own style more. I've been on an art and craft yourney for over 50 years now. Have progressed through sewing, knitting, crochet, embroidery, tapestry then onto melted glass on copper jewelry later did dried flower art, made birthday cards, quilting, next became an adult fan of lego and designed a lot of architecture with it. The grandkids love the lego as they are free to play with it. The last couple of years I have a bigger house and three rooms dedicated to hobbies, sewing, lego and painting. In my 70's now so have time to explore these hobbies. I also love gardening and camping so am spread a bit thin at times. I tend to focus on one area a few weeks then move to another room a few weeks. So have just got back from a camping trip and now feel like exploring painting again. I think your little paintings are just gorgeous.
Sounds like a wonderful way to pass the days with several craft rooms! Creating on paper is one of my most favorite ways to play and explore--it's just paper! Have fun!!
@nomadgigi4051 thank you for the wish. I would have an area for ceramics with a kiln. S sewing/ quilting zone, a room for drawing and painting etc, a general work area with a sink and a garage with wood working tools 😆 maybe the basement for all the rest lol
Excellent show/commentary. For most of my life (50+ years) I didn't like 'abstract art'...; then, later on, I decided to become an 'abstract artist'. LOL
I loved this video, you tell your story! I’ve followed you from the mixed media days, and I love watching your artistic path. I still have all of the stamps and stencils, but haven’t dipped into them since turning to paint. I love water and acrylic, and have even abstracted a koi with oil from a finger-painting tutorial with Iris Scott. I love drawing still, and neuroart as well. You know you’re one of my favorites, and on this video, you grabbed a color and I said out loud where you’d be putting it, and you did. My dream was to have work from 3 of my favorite current artists, and yours is an original. I put it in a frame with a kickstand, and have it for inspiration when I paint, but take it back upstairs every night. It’s even come to work with me. I just love your use of color, plus you’re just a really good person, and it shines through in the videos you create. I’m so glad you post them, I look so forward. Happy painting! 💖
Hi Kris! You make my heart so happy! I just love what you said about using my art as an inspiration and then taking it upstairs every night. You are so sweet! It sounds like you have found what you love to create--love that! Keep on creating and THANK YOU for continuing to follow my art adventures all these years! 🧡🥰🧡
Hi Betty, I just discovered your channel And I love your style and your creativity. Thank you for sharing your painting process with us in your story it is inspirational.
Betty, I love these two, yes adorable. Naming them was easy for me because they both jumped out and named themselves. The one on the right should be called "Summer in the park" and the one on the left is simply "Summer Garden". Thank you for asking.
Oh, I love those title ideas! I already gave them titles, but will save these as possible future titles on other pieces I create. Thanks so much, Lois! UPDATE: I just looked these up and I have already used Summer Garden, but not Summer in the Park. thanks!
I have just found your channel today, and I have watched a few hours worth of videos and I'm in love with your style and process and also how intuitive it is, which makes every piece unique and yours. This has really inspired me and I can wait to give your process a try! Thank you so much for putting out these videos and sharing! 💜
I am a collage artist, but for the past couple years I have not created anything that I really love. I have an art studio on the 2nd floor of my house. This weekend I created a concertina which came out just great. I like your paintings, but I'm not a copy cat. Would like to develop my own style of abstraction, love the flowers.
My story is that I retired from my ;career at 57. Tried to be an abstract artist but didnt really liked what I created. Then I found Alcohol Inks and spent 6 years working solely with them. I started mixing them with acrylics., to paint Expressive Landscapes. Its only been a year since I found Andrea Garvey and you. I love both your art because I love Vibrant colors. I love your style and Andreas. Have been taking classes to undestand markmaking. If you have any suggestions please let me know. Thank you
Hi Bonnie! Thanks so much for sharing that with me. I love that you focused on working with alcohol inks for 6 years. That's fantastic. It shows your commitment to really getting good at your craft. It bet your paintings are gorgeous! I'll have a new online workshop in about a month or so. Join my email list if you want more info when it's ready: www.bettyfranksart.com/email-sign-up (I can't remember if you're already on my list). Thank you!
Really loved seeing you create these small pieces. Title ? Garden of Confections. Would love to see the posting about your time in Santa Fe. I visited there a few years ago and loved it ! So much color, texture and beauty. i will try to hunt down your two hour class just to get a taste of trying it for myself. You are so generous to share all these videos. Thank you !
Hi Betsy! Here are a couple of my FB posts from my time in Santa Fe: facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=535077785107761&set=pb.100058166316060.-2207520000.&type=3 and facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=535852728363600&set=pb.100058166316060.-2207520000.&type=3 I no longer have the two hour course available. However, I have a new online course (5.5 hours) that you'll love: bettyfranksart.thinkific.com/courses/fields-of-flowers-an-abstract-art-painting-course
Loved this video and hearing about your journey. I didn’t know that you’re Canadian - a nice bonus for me (also Canadian, live in Toronto). I’ve just started into art in a serious way since retiring about 1.5 years ago. That said I’m still trying to find my preferred style, but I’m getting there I think. I’m certainly having fun doing it, and really enjoying all your art, videos and social media posts. Thanks so much for generously sharing everything.
I love hearing that you dived right into art since retiring! Thanks so much for watching my videos and following me on social media, Leslie! Keep on creating!
@@BettyFranksArt Southern Alberta gets some wonderful Chinooks in the winter - takes care of any snow in a heartbeat. And it's nice and DRY, you won't need your hair dryer for painting at all :)
Hi Betty, I sooo enjoyed your story. I would love to follow your 2 hour workshop abstract painting. I hope to hear from you. Kind regards Inesz Jenkins
Hi Inesz! I no longer have the 2 hour workshop available. I now have this one: bettyfranksart.thinkific.com/courses/fields-of-flowers-an-abstract-art-painting-course Enter coupon code LUCKYME at checkout just above the total amount for 20% off. Thank you!
Good question! I don't do the same thing on every piece I create. As for drips, I felt these were too small and the drips would take up too much real estate (so to speak), so I opted not to do them. Thanks so much for watching, Linda!
You have been the inspiration I needed to go on painting my "wonky" flowers and gardens. Now have "permission" to paint them as I see them and not like others do. Thank you so very much. New loyal subscriber here !!!
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Thank you, Betty. After a stressful week of working early voting, I sat down this morning and watched your video. I find your stories and painting so mesmerizing and relaxing. Thank you for getting my weekend off to a great start!
You are so very welcome! I'm so happy that I was able to provide you some relief from poll work. Thank you for helping at the polls. It's not an easy job! And, THANK YOU so much for your contribution. It really means a lot to me! Enjoy your weekend, Jinx!
Great story…. It is true that we all have a story. I am self taught and it has been fun to see how you paint. I put the rug down in my art studio if I drop paint which I will it won’t ruin the carpet underneath. It has ended up being 6 x 10 which will work great for me. It is on the other half of my bedroom. I took the window half and it feels great looking out at my trees. My story really how fun. I was a nurse in my 40’s lost my career to illness. After 1 year I started painting landscapes cabins etc. and my dad gave me a bunch of saw blades which I would totally refinish then paint them. I joined an art club and they were snobbish because I was considered a crafter until our summer art show. A master artist came in to critique our work. He said “has she ever had a lesson”. The gal escorting him said no. He said to tell me never take any lessons. After I ended up selling everything I painted and his comments I never overheard that she is a crafter. I was considered an artist. I then got healed and ended up becoming a Chaplain and working with the homeless and seniors. That was in 94’ to 98’ being an artist. At 65 I retired and dabbled in my art. I normally give my work away if someone likes it and have a few requests on the burner. I don’t sell my work anymore I am in a low income senior cottages and I give it away. I might get a few dollars for new paints but the Lord blesses me so I can have fun. I am now trying abstracts. But first I have a lot of holiday cards to do. God bless…. Well, you said share lololol
What a wonderful story, Linda! I love how that master artist was able to see a true artist (not a crafter). Those words must have made you feel so good and gave you even more confidence to create. I also love that you helped the homeless and seniors. We need more people like you who care for these folks. Keep on creating and enjoying the journey! Hugs to you!
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Most excellent life story as well!
Thank you so much, my art journey started out when I was in the depths of depression. Creating and therapy helped me to overcome depression. I have been painting for over 25 years, first watercolor, then acrylic, oil with palette knife. Back to acrylics as it is easier since I have rheumatoid arthritis and my hands are wonky….but I can still paint!
So many years of creating! I love it. And, you got to experiment and play with different mediums. I personally prefer acrylics and will probably stick with them for many years. Keep on creating, Patti!
Your story really speaks to me. I am still in the “trying everything to see what I like” phase. Thank you for sharing your journey- Deb
Hi Deb! It's a fun phase. Keep at it and you'll figure out what you love and don't love!
Thank you for sharing your journey. I started painting as a healing process from my mother's emotional abuse. I found joy in painting and now I paint because of the joy it brings me.
That's an important story. One of healing. I'm so glad you found art as your solace.
I love mini art! You're so good at it! :)
Thank you! They're super fun to create!!
As soon as you suggested writing about how I got started, I paused & really thought about that. Took me all the way back to when I was very small and not a good eater. It was more fun to make pictures on my plate with the food!
I love that story!
Hi Betty, love your small pieces of art. Thanks for sharing your journey.Very moving. And thanks for the interesting video.
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Erika
Hello, Erika, from Germany! I so appreciate you watching!
Dear Betty, the story of your artistic maturation is wonderful and inspiring. It is the only possible way to create your own art. Many do not start on that path due to cowardice, lack of time, lack of money.. You are a lucky woman and it is wonderful to watch the moments of your creation.
Thank you so much! It wasn't easy figuring out my style why on this journey. I'm just so grateful that I finally found it...and it found me!
OH BETTY!!! these two pieces are fantastic in every way!! and the generosity you so emanate in your story and your videos is a treasure that i feel very honored to be a part of! Thank you so much for it all!!! and a little aside is that I once lived in Santa Cruz (1969-1972) and see that you ccasionally get to spend some time there also!!! Have a great day and carry on in your inimitable way!
Thank you so much for your sweet note, Joyce! I love Santa Cruz and have many memories of days spent at the beach with family and friends!
I am about to turn 50 , and this video has inspired me. I have been in corporate all my life (hating it) and wanting to be a full time artist. As I sit here at my desk I am surrounded by my art and supplies, desperate to create. You have given me SO much hope that it is not too late to realise my dream. Thank you xx
Actually, it's happening at just the right time, Sara! Hopefully, you can take all you have learned in Corporate America and apply it to running your own business! You got this! One step at a time!
Betty, I love these two pieces! It was fun to watch them evolve as you shared your art journey. 👍🏼💖👏🏼🧡
Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks so much for watching, Ann!
So wonderful again, dear Betty, thank you! You inspired me to start my own art channel with healing videos for artists today. Thank you, darling!
I love that, Ulrike! That's so wonderful!
Loved this one Betty - the process, the outcome and the story-telling. Be well!
Thank you!
Always enjoy watching you work Betty and thank you for sharing your journey ❤ Finding 'mixed media' was also a revelation for me and still is -- I enjoy the 'play' of using *all* kinds of materials, paint isn't enough for me :)
I totally understand that! I was missing all that play and experimentation I was doing with mixed media. Some days I want to do it again, but when I sit down to do something I find that it doesn't interest me as much as it used to. It could partially be because I don't have all the yummy supplies I used to have!
I appreciate your generous spirit sharing your techniques and sharing your journey!
I'm super happy to share what I know and what I have learned over the years. Thanks, Anne!
Thanks so much for sharing your story, it’s inspirational. The decision to practice and keep moving forward through the discomfort, and the beauty of how it unfolded with your mother’s flowers, and your joy picking them reminds me of the process of a caterpillar to butterfly. Transformation, trusting the process and becoming. Love it!
Yes! Love how you summarized it, Piper! You have a wonderful way with words!
Hi Betty. Today you shared your art story & I just wanted to say I thought it was great how you were inspired on your walks with your mom when you went to pick those wild flowers in the fields. It’s interesting how being with her took you to find your abstract art gift. If not for that circumstance & timing you might not of found it. Or at least that particular one or that breakthrough. When you go on in your life & look back you’ll always have that to remember about your mom & how she was a big part of you finding your gift. It’s like you found treasure Betty. Treasure really in yourself. Happy Holidays
Thank you for your kind words, JuliJo! I was very fortunate to be there that Spring and to spend that time with her. Honestly, if it wasn't for her Alzheimer's I probably wouldn't have been there (and many more times since then). I wish she could know that she helped me find my artist voice. At this point, she doesn't know me, but I will always treasure our walks (and still do) together. Happy Holidays to you, too!
Betty I found you a few years ago. I enjoy watching your process especially when you include the palette it really helps me become more adventurous with experimenting 🎉👏🏻❤️
Yay! Thanks for watching me all these years! I try to include the palette when I'm working small. It's not always easy to get everything into the frame. Thanks so much!
Once again, you capture my heart and imagination. Beautiful little gems - I can't wait to get into the paint. Than youl
Yay! Have fun creating, Ann!
You are amazing as artist and person and so inspiring to all people. A real example that it is never too late to start something new no matter the age if you discover something you can just go and explore and see where it takes you. So different from the world that tells you that at 30 you should have it figured out and at 50 it is too late to start anything. And you make absolutely stunning art 🥰😊
The older I get, the more I realize it's best not to listen to anyone but your own self and your own heart. Do what makes you happy! Thank you for watching the video, Katka!
Beautiful! Thank you for sharing, Betty. We enjoy watching your videos.
I'm so glad! Thanks, Lisa!
Really enjoyed the video and the story. Thank you!
I'm so glad! Thank you, Irit!
Loving both so much !!
Thank you for sharing your journey and story. I enjoyed listening to it!
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So glad you enjoyed the video, Lida! Thank you for being here!
So glad I watched this. I loved hearing your full story of becoming an artist. I think I’m you 15 years ago…almost 40, working a 9-to-5 middle management position but just engrossed in art the rest of the time. Not sure where my journey will lead me but I’d love to do more with my art someday. Hard with small kids though. Thanks for all the inspiration.
Thank you for sharing that with me, Jane! Keep on creating so that when the kids are old enough to not need you around all the time, you'll already have a ton of skills to go full-time!
Betty, thank you for your honesty, and also for sharing your personal journey! I am on the same journey and still trying to figure out my style. Your videos are helping and inspiring me. Thank you so much!
You are so welcome, Karen! Keep on creating. Your style will find you!
Very good. Thank you for the video!
Many thanks, Sharon!
Absolutely adore those🥰.
Thank you so much!
Looking forward to watching this/you …n trying it too 👏👏 thanks
Yay! Thanks so much, Kath!
really loved watching this Betty, very inspiring !
Thank you so much, Kimi!
I so appreciate and enjoy your videos!❤
I'm so glad! Thanks, Joanne!
Just found your channel and love it. I'm 70 years old and have dabbled over the years but never thought I could do abstract as I get bogged down on details. Also my 'studio' in my laundry is tiny so doing small paintings would really suit me. Love your work.
HI Vivienne! Super glad you found me and my art! Sounds like your sweet little studio is the perfect size for working small. When I started creating art, I only worked on small pieces of paper. To this day, it's still my favorite size! Keep on creating!
you are inspiring...love you work
Many thanks, Linda! Glad you enjoyed the video!
You connect with your audience so beautifully. We learn even as we are drawn to your personal journey. I love that I have discovered not just stunning, magnificent art, but also a lovely artist in my own journey.
Awe...those are very kind words, Gail! Thank you so much. I'm super happy that you found my videos and that you're enjoying them!
New here!! Thank you ❤I just retired and started Rock painting then on to canvas !! It’s a God thing for me !! Love to play with color . Self taught. Although I was a manicurist for 15 years. So when I picked up the paint brush I knew that God was refining my fire. Enjoy the journey.
I love that story! You're continuing your creative journey! Thanks for sharing, Sandra, and thank you for following my art adventures!
Thank you Betty! Beautiful.
Thanks so much, Ulrike!
Your art makes my heart sing and speaks to my soul. Thank you so much for sharing your journey. It gives me so much inspiration to keep going and believe in myself
I'm so glad, Wendy! It all takes practice. You got this!
I just love to watch you paint!
Many thanks, Deborah!
I just discovered you now and I am so happy I did. I love you process and I so resonate with it. Thanks for sharing your story also. There is hope for me after all. Lol. I loved this video so much. These are adorable. I will attempt to do this. I am also following you on IG. And I love that you are Canadian as I am too. I am super excited to learn from you. Nice to meet you, Betty!
So nice to meet you, too! I'm super happy you found me and my art! And, always happy to have a fellow Canadian following my art adventures!
Thanks so much Betty, given me a boost to get rid of some of my extras that I have collected. Love your art process. Cheers
Thank so much, Liz! Super happy I gave you some food for thought!
These are wonderful. I really liked them at the 20:30 mark. I guess it’s hard to know when to stop! I love your process and hope to find one of these on a larger scale. Thanks!
Thank you so much, Cynthia! When I first started creating art, I didn't know when to stop, but with practice, I listened to my intuition.
I have been a pastel artist for 25 years. Not liking the dust, framing with glass, etc. I got the Novacolor paints and will attempt to create fun colorful abstract paintings. I'm excited and a little nervous. I can't start painting for a couple of weeks so I'm trying to be patient. Thank you for sharing your artwork. It's so colorful, which is something I love. Suggestions for painting names: you mentioned "Icing on the Cake"; Bloomtown; Walking Through Wildflowers; Pick Your Bouquet; Blooming Abundance; Step Into the Colorful Wild... Just some thoughts 🙂
Hi Laurel! Thank you for those title suggestions! My heart did a leap for "blooming abundance", so I'm going with that! Love it!
When you start painting with acrylics, please be patient with yourself. Changing mediums is hard. You're so used to pastels. It's going to be very different to work with paint. But, you'll get there!
Please send me your address at bettyfranksart@gmail.com and I'll send you a little thank you for the title suggestion. THANK YOU!!!
Hello Betty, thank you for sharing this video. I've had a bit of a 'blip' over the summer and I did so love watching and listening to your whole process again. I'm happily feeling inspired again myself and this is just what you always do with your positivity! I particularly felt a feeling of yes......I do that too, when you said more or less 'don't hesitate or think too much'. For me that's very true too. It's always good (for me) basically confidence wise when someone I believe in re-enforces my own way of working. ❤🎨
I love hearing that, Joan! I'm so happy that you're feeling inspired again. Keep on creating!!
Бетти, ваши картины совершенны и неповторимы!
смотрю вас вторую неделю и пытаюсь проникнуть в ваш волшебный мир воображения, но это невозможно. буду пытаться проникнуть в свой )
спасибо за возможность любоваться вашими работами и процессом создания картин
I'm so glad you're enjoying my videos! Thanks so much for watching and wishing you lots of fun creating!
They are beautiful, I love the set of colors. I paint too, I'm self-taught... I am very inconstant, I get bored very easily. I paint abstract, but then I get fed up and move on to flowers or portraits or landscapes. The sea is my favorite. All this preamble to ask you if sometimes you do not want to change the subject. Mine is absolutely not a criticism, but a curiosity. I love your paintings a lot and your ability to combine colors. A hug and good art
Good question, Piera! I used to paint everything and anything until my heart finally found what I love. Now I have no desire to paint anything else (although, on occasion, I'll paint more realistic flowers--but they're still abstracted).
I think it's great that you're trying everything. And, if you're finding that you're bored, then it's not speaking to your heart. You haven't found your passion yet. Keep trying different things until you do!
@@BettyFranksArt Understood. I'm happy for you. I also realized that at the moment I am experimenting and that sooner or later I will find my own style. It's still fun. Thanks for the enlightening answer... Now I have clearer ideas. Kisses
Betty, I have been painting forever and never ever paid attention to what is Cool or Warm or Color Thanks to your videos I get it. I bother everybody that I can talk to about Warm or Cool Colors, Yes people are starting to not answer my calls. 😀😀😀
You're funny, Rachel! So glad you got the concept of warm/cool colors! Yay!!
Thanks for your story Betty, great to hear about your journey! I'm excited to say that I put out my first painting process video (here on youtube) last week! A big thanks for your inspiration. ☺
Wohooo! Congratulations!! I'm super excited for you!
@@BettyFranksArt Thank you, I'm excited too, got nearly 100 views, it's a start 😁
These are super adorable Betty!! Fresh Air & Sun Kissed are my title ideas 😊
Those are super fun! Thank you, Janaica!
Absolutely stunning Betty - as usual - I just LOVE your abstract Fields of Flowers . THANK YOU - appreciate you sharing your process . Kind regards - Judi - Australia
Thanks so much, Judi! I so appreciate you kind words!
Loved watching this, they are such joyful pieces! I became a grandmother in January last year and started university, part time, in September., Visual Arts. Later this week I start the first painting class and I am so excited. I've dabbled in painting but now I'm ready to take it to another level. I'm inspired by your videos and find your process fascinating.
Congratulations on being a grandma and a student! So cool! Enjoy your time at university!
Loved hearing your story! And I love these two and watching your process and hearing how you do it. ☺️
Glad you enjoyed it!
Thanks for sharing... Your journey and your art😊😊
Thanks for watching!
I adore your colors, they are flowing nicely!
Thank you so much!
wonderful thanks...(from /Vancouver Is.)
Hi Manny! Thanks for watching from Canada!
Love these glorious pieces thank you Betty.... also loved listening to your story again - you speak so well and I never get bored listening to your chit chat. You are such an inspiration to all us art nuts....... people used to look at me sideways as I've always loved abstract art - for decades and have never really known why - it just makes my heart sing as does your art. You are a kind and generous artist/teacher and I really enjoy your videos. Keep them coming please!! ( I noticed there was none of the beloved teal in these pieces.....) Cheers, Deb T (NZ)
Oh, I must be losing my love for teal because you're right, I totally forgot to add some and I even forgot to add my favorite teal prismacolor pencil marks at the very end. Oh well! Thank you for your super kind words, Deb. I so appreciate it. And, I know just what you mean about how abstract art makes your sing! Same here! Hugs from Cali! 🥰
Beautiful
Thank you for sharing
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Thanks so much, Suk!
Hi Betty, I love your abstract art and enjoyed hearing all the different roads you had to go down to eventually find yourself as an artist. I went back to school when my kids were young and got a degree in Fine Art. I was intent on being an Art Therapist, but the University cancelled the program and the other options were too far away. The years went by and several life changing crises seemed to happen, one after the other. I just did not feel in the right headspace to create anything and the people in my life needed my constant help. I love my family but feel like I lost sight of myself - who I was as a person, outside of being a mother and caregiver. My mom passed away when I was 53 and it was a huge turning point in my life. She was a talented woman - very artistic and intellectual but never had the opportunity to fulfill those passions. I don't want my story to end like hers but I feel I would be honouring her memory by pursuing my art. Even though I'm 56, I still want to try. It's really difficult because I still don't know what it is I want to express and the clock is ticking... Oh well, carry on I guess!
Hi Trace! Thank you for sharing that story with me. You still have so much time!! Could you start making it a priority? It may mean not doing the laundry or cleaning the house. Those are not as important as doing what your heart is calling you to do. If this is truly what you want for yourself, I know you'll find a way to make it happen. And, one day, you'll thank your younger 56-year-old self for taking the bold steps forward. You got this!
@@BettyFranksArt Thank you so much for your kind comment and encouragement! It brightened my day 😊
Hi Trace, I totally resonate with your comment. I have 11 family members that I help care for and very elderly parents, one with terminal C and I had become the family drudge by my mid fifties. I made the decision last year to start living my life for me, and pursuing some of my dreams. I am painting everyday, and although I struggled at first, finding my 'style' it came to me and now I am making connections, and hoping to have a show next year. Even if I can paint for one hour in between my duties, I will go for it. Betty, you have been an inspiration! I love your colors, your happy, joyful paintings as well the support you provide for those struggling to find their way. Thanks for this channel and your service. I would love to attend a live workshop one day, absolutely!
@@LaLa-cu1xk Thank you La La, I appreciate the encouragement and wish you all the best in your creative life!
Love watching you paint Betty, inspiring
So glad you enjoyed it, Wendy! Thank you!
You’re my newest friend! So calming and relaxing! ❤
You're super sweet! Thanks, Leslie!
Im drawn to cool colours but around the 14 min mark, with mostly warm colours, your painings were gorgeous 🤩
Awesome! I love when that happens! Thanks so much for watching!
Really inspiring thank you !! 😊
Many thanks!
Learned so much - both from your beautiful art & techniques as well as your wisdom & insights - thank you!
Awesome, THANK YOU! You made my day! I so very much appreciate your support!
Enjoyed watching this!
Thank you!
Love these
Thank you!
Thanks Betty I loved your story and feel very inspired by it. I was wondering today on how best to proceed and now think I'll do several on paper first. I've done a few canvases but now want to develop my own style more. I've been on an art and craft yourney for over 50 years now. Have progressed through sewing, knitting, crochet, embroidery, tapestry then onto melted glass on copper jewelry later did dried flower art, made birthday cards, quilting, next became an adult fan of lego and designed a lot of architecture with it. The grandkids love the lego as they are free to play with it. The last couple of years I have a bigger house and three rooms dedicated to hobbies, sewing, lego and painting. In my 70's now so have time to explore these hobbies. I also love gardening and camping so am spread a bit thin at times. I tend to focus on one area a few weeks then move to another room a few weeks. So have just got back from a camping trip and now feel like exploring painting again.
I think your little paintings are just gorgeous.
Sounds like a wonderful way to pass the days with several craft rooms! Creating on paper is one of my most favorite ways to play and explore--it's just paper! Have fun!!
You have my dream life... that's so cool❤
@@reallythere yes this is my dream life, couldn't be better. Hope you get your dream life too.
@nomadgigi4051 thank you for the wish. I would have an area for ceramics with a kiln. S sewing/ quilting zone, a room for drawing and painting etc, a general work area with a sink and a garage with wood working tools 😆 maybe the basement for all the rest lol
@@reallythere 🙌😁🙌
Excellent show/commentary. For most of my life (50+ years) I didn't like 'abstract art'...; then, later on, I decided to become an 'abstract artist'. LOL
I can so relate to that!!
I loved this video, you tell your story! I’ve followed you from the mixed media days, and I love watching your artistic path. I still have all of the stamps and stencils, but haven’t dipped into them since turning to paint. I love water and acrylic, and have even abstracted a koi with oil from a finger-painting tutorial with Iris Scott. I love drawing still, and neuroart as well. You know you’re one of my favorites, and on this video, you grabbed a color and I said out loud where you’d be putting it, and you did. My dream was to have work from 3 of my favorite current artists, and yours is an original. I put it in a frame with a kickstand, and have it for inspiration when I paint, but take it back upstairs every night. It’s even come to work with me. I just love your use of color, plus you’re just a really good person, and it shines through in the videos you create. I’m so glad you post them, I look so forward. Happy painting!
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Hi Kris! You make my heart so happy! I just love what you said about using my art as an inspiration and then taking it upstairs every night. You are so sweet! It sounds like you have found what you love to create--love that! Keep on creating and THANK YOU for continuing to follow my art adventures all these years! 🧡🥰🧡
Hi Betty, I just discovered your channel And I love your style and your creativity. Thank you for sharing your painting process with us in your story it is inspirational.
I appreciate you watching and commenting, Carmen!
Mila Betty, milujem tieto vase obrazky a ich motyliu farebnost. Super. Bozkava Susy.
Thank you kindly, Susy!
your videos are making me so happy, your beautiful art and your teaching style with your gentle, humble manor, thankyou x
You're super kind, Julia! Thank you!!
Betty, I love these two, yes adorable. Naming them was easy for me because they both jumped out and named themselves. The one on the right should be called "Summer in the park" and the one on the left is simply "Summer Garden". Thank you for asking.
Oh, I love those title ideas! I already gave them titles, but will save these as possible future titles on other pieces I create. Thanks so much, Lois! UPDATE: I just looked these up and I have already used Summer Garden, but not Summer in the Park. thanks!
I’m self taught. I started in scrap booking and quilting. Now I do art journaling and painting. I was stuck for a while but I’m back! 🎉
Thanks for sharing!
The fact that mess is a masterpiece work of art! You're so talented and creative! I subscribed your channel to see more of you in the future!
Thank you so much for subscribing! Yes, I always create a mess first and then clean it up! Happy 2023!
@@BettyFranksArt That's how a masterpiece of art was formed
@@1x1pixelstudio 😁😁
Your story is inspiring and I have followed you for two years. Thank you for sharing your process. I like your esthetic!❤
Thanks so much for following me all these years, Olivia! I so appreciate it!
Thumbs up loved liked suscribed 😊
You're the best, Deborah! Thanks!! 🥰
I love this
Many thanks!
Thank you for this! The video was really informative, interesting, and relaxing! I really enjoyed it! Subscribed and loving your channel and art!
Thanks for subbing, Ange! Super happy to have you here!
I have just found your channel today, and I have watched a few hours worth of videos and I'm in love with your style and process and also how intuitive it is, which makes every piece unique and yours.
This has really inspired me and I can wait to give your process a try! Thank you so much for putting out these videos and sharing! 💜
Welcome to my channel and art! I'm so glad you're enjoying my videos! Thanks for watching!!
So grateful to hear your story in more detail! You are an inspiration!
So glad you enjoyed that! Thank you so much for watching!
I loved listening to your story Betty, and watching you create of course. So inspiring
Thank you so much! I'm glad you enjoyed it!
Thank you for sharing your talent and your story☀️! Very inspiring❤
Glad you enjoyed this video! Thank you!
I am a collage artist, but for the past couple years I have not created anything that I really love. I have an art studio on the 2nd floor of my house. This weekend I created a concertina which came out just great. I like your paintings, but I'm not a copy cat. Would like to develop my own style of abstraction, love the flowers.
Thank you so much!
My story is that I retired from my ;career at 57. Tried to be an abstract artist but didnt really liked what I created. Then I found Alcohol Inks and spent 6 years working solely with them. I started mixing them with acrylics., to paint Expressive Landscapes. Its only been a year since I found Andrea Garvey and you. I love both your art because I love Vibrant colors. I love your style and Andreas. Have been taking classes to undestand markmaking. If you have any suggestions please let me know. Thank you
Hi Bonnie! Thanks so much for sharing that with me. I love that you focused on working with alcohol inks for 6 years. That's fantastic. It shows your commitment to really getting good at your craft. It bet your paintings are gorgeous! I'll have a new online workshop in about a month or so. Join my email list if you want more info when it's ready: www.bettyfranksart.com/email-sign-up (I can't remember if you're already on my list). Thank you!
Really loved seeing you create these small pieces. Title ? Garden of Confections. Would love to see the posting about your time in Santa Fe. I visited there a few years ago and loved it ! So much color, texture and beauty. i will try to hunt down your two hour class just to get a taste of trying it for myself. You are so generous to share all these videos. Thank you !
Hi Betsy! Here are a couple of my FB posts from my time in Santa Fe: facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=535077785107761&set=pb.100058166316060.-2207520000.&type=3 and facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=535852728363600&set=pb.100058166316060.-2207520000.&type=3
I no longer have the two hour course available. However, I have a new online course (5.5 hours) that you'll love: bettyfranksart.thinkific.com/courses/fields-of-flowers-an-abstract-art-painting-course
Painting with you Betty! So fun!🌈💕
Wohoo! I love that!!
THankyou!!
Thanks so much for watching, Sara!
I love your art style ☺️💖 inspires me and my art. Thank you
Thank you so much, Cassie!
Loved this video and hearing about your journey. I didn’t know that you’re Canadian - a nice bonus for me (also Canadian, live in Toronto). I’ve just started into art in a serious way since retiring about 1.5 years ago. That said I’m still trying to find my preferred style, but I’m getting there I think. I’m certainly having fun doing it, and really enjoying all your art, videos and social media posts. Thanks so much for generously sharing everything.
I love hearing that you dived right into art since retiring! Thanks so much for watching my videos and following me on social media, Leslie! Keep on creating!
Yay for Canada! Wouldn't live anywhere else, sorry, heh heh ;)
I'm seriously thinking about moving back! Probably west coast. Toronto is too cold in the winters for me!
@@BettyFranksArt Southern Alberta gets some wonderful Chinooks in the winter - takes care of any snow in a heartbeat. And it's nice and DRY, you won't need your hair dryer for painting at all :)
Thank you for sharing your inspirational story!
You are so welcome, Maria! Thanks for watching!
Hi Betty. I love your artwork. I watch your videos all the time when I am painting. You so inspire me to paint more. Kind regards, Suzanne Evans
Thank you so much!
This video was so great!
Thanks so much, Janie! Glad you liked it!
I love your art. It felt familiar to me the first time I saw it.
I'm glad you enjoyed the video!
I Love Your Work! ❤️🤗❤️
Thank you so much, Barbara!
Hi Betty, I sooo enjoyed your story. I would love to follow your 2 hour workshop abstract painting. I hope to hear from you. Kind regards Inesz Jenkins
Hi Inesz! I no longer have the 2 hour workshop available. I now have this one: bettyfranksart.thinkific.com/courses/fields-of-flowers-an-abstract-art-painting-course Enter coupon code LUCKYME at checkout just above the total amount for 20% off. Thank you!
Thank you for a wonderful video. Why didn't you do any marking with the nail etc. and no drips.
Good question! I don't do the same thing on every piece I create. As for drips, I felt these were too small and the drips would take up too much real estate (so to speak), so I opted not to do them. Thanks so much for watching, Linda!
Love these and watching you create!
HI Kristin! Thanks so much for watching!
Betty I love your journey, I can't wait for your demo for our group CCAA.
Ho Jolene! I look forward to doing that demo!
You have been the inspiration I needed to go on painting my "wonky" flowers and gardens. Now have "permission" to paint them as I see them and not like others do. Thank you so very much. New loyal subscriber here !!!
THANK YOU so much for being a new loyal subscriber, Margarita! I love that you're painting your wonky flowers!! Yes!!