What Happens When You Spray Alcohol on a Pastel Painting? Watch the Dreamy and Magical Effects!

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Monet Cafe' with Artist Susan Jenkins

2 ай бұрын

What Happens When You Spray Alcohol on a Pastel Painting? Watch the Dreamy and Magical Effects!
Welcome to my latest tutorial where I share an enchanting art technique that will transform your pastel paintings! In this video, I'll show you step-by-step how to create a glowing underpainting and then enhance it with a simple spritz of drugstore alcohol. By spraying alcohol onto the painting surface, we unlock a dreamy and magical effect that adds depth and luminosity to your artwork.
For this tutorial, I've chosen to paint a gorgeous field of lavender flowers stretching towards the golden glow of a glorious sunset. Watch as the I layer the pastels on the golden surface, creating a painting that is both vibrant and ethereal.
Whether you're a beginner or an experienced artist, this technique will elevate your art to new heights. Join me on this creative journey and discover how to achieve these mesmerizing effects yourself!
⭐️Products in This Lesson:
Fisher 400 Pastel Paper: I used a 16" x 20" sheet www.proartpanels.com/fisher-4...
Waterproof Marker: any waterproof marker will do
Derwent Inktense Blocks: Watch the magical golden color shrsl.com/4inxu
Isopropyl Rubbing Alcohol: I typically use 70% and I used it in a spritzer bottle with about a 60% alcohol to 40% water mix
Spritzer Bottle
J Luda Pastels: www.juldacolors.com
Earthberry Pastels: I used the Morning Fog set / earthberrypastels.com/#!/tpro...
Richeson Handrolled Pastels - Landscape Set: shrsl.com/4iny3
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From Unsplash.com : unsplash.com/photos/purple-fl...
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@monetcafe Ай бұрын

Oh boy.... this technique is one of my favorites with soft pastel painting! Check out what happens when you spritz alcohol with Pastel Painting!!

@triciaringquist6723 Ай бұрын

Being an artist tied to this stinking wheelchair I appreciate your movement! I’m mystified and engaged in the painting! Thank you for sharing!

@ericshaw4018 11 күн бұрын

Thanks for sharing this video. I'm going to give this technique a try. Always interesting watching your videos.

@monetcafe 11 күн бұрын

🙂 🙂 🙂 ❤, @ericshaw4018 Thanks so much! I appreciate that!

@karenhope6986 Ай бұрын

Sooo BEAUTIFUL!!!

@128cherylmarie Ай бұрын

So nice to have a Patron Membership for details of process and Supplies.Thank You Susan🙏🕊️🙏

@monetcafe Ай бұрын

Yippee! And I’m so happy you’re a patron of mine.

@maitev-p9582 Ай бұрын

I am mesmerized by the way you layer the pastels. It's difficult for me to envision how such an intricate maze of colors in the different layers ends up looking so beautiful. I am new to pastel. I have only painted 2 small studies, mostly with pastel pencils and I find I am too tight with my mark making. Your paintings are so impressionistic and beautiful 😍❤👌

@monetcafe Ай бұрын

Thank you so much… keep in mind…I’ve been doing this for about 17 years. I used to be really tight with my mark making too and I really had no idea how to layer colors. It can all be learned… It’s not rocket science and if you have a passion to paint… You can do it!

@user-qm6pv2ph3p Ай бұрын

I agree with your sentiments! I watched from beginning to end, and I’m in awe! Course I noticed she has a BT, so I knew this was going to be something to join, beings my sweet BT, Lily, makes us fur baby buds! 😂

@lesyashulga9341 Ай бұрын

Dear Susan, I haven't written you for a while. I was busy with art projects. My three works were selected and exhibited in New York. I don't have such great supplies for my art. I use kids watercolours and limited numbers of broken pieces of soft pastel. I also use alcohol to fix underpainting. I still have problems with my broken spine. One charity organisation gave me orthopedic matras and special pillows free and I became sleeping at night. Last week I tried to go on plein air painting. It was great but my spine hurt a lot after that. Now we have difficult time here. Problem with water and electricity supply. But I hope for the best. Thanks for your wonderful tutorials.

@monetcafe Ай бұрын

How exciting sweetheart, and the fact that you had limited and non-professional supplies says al lot about your skill! My heart breaks for you not only being under so many challenges because of being in a war-stricken country, but also for your back issues. That can be the worst pain and it seems to be something that doesn't give much relief. Is there any way I can see your paintings? Maybe you could email them to me.... my email is susanjjenkins@gmail.com

@dfalco2138 Ай бұрын

Your painting is so beautiful. I thoroughly enjoyed watching you work. Thanks.

@monetcafe Ай бұрын

Thank you so much 😀

@user-oe5fw5yl1b Ай бұрын

Фантастический по красоте исполнения закат!!!..❤❤❤❤❤💐💐💐💐💐

@monetcafe Ай бұрын

Awwww.... thanks so much. I really love this technique.

@user-qm6pv2ph3p Ай бұрын

I absolutely love this painting!!

@user-gv8gc4pg7r Ай бұрын

Just gorgeous! Thank you for sharing!

@monetcafe Ай бұрын

You are so welcome!

@kathyhall668 Ай бұрын

So stimulating , I'm excited to work under your instruction. For years I have been wanting to learn pastel. It's hard to find instruction. Yours is so explicit . Working on getting the supplies , it's coming together. Also useing water colors which I have plenty of is a big assist to me.

@monetcafe Ай бұрын

You can do it! I’m so excited for you.

@shahraad Ай бұрын

Another breathtaking painting thank you for brightening up my day ⭐️

@treborekcohcs40 Ай бұрын

wonderful

@mreinstein48 Ай бұрын

Wow!! Amazingly beautiful! Peaceful! Wonderful! I love it:!😍😍

@monetcafe Ай бұрын

Thank you so much. I love this technique... it creates such loose and luminous results.

@nolastakem9131 Ай бұрын

I love watching you create!❤❤❤

@cherylweaver5129 Ай бұрын

Stunning!

@monetcafe Ай бұрын

Thank you! 😊 I really appreciate that Cheryl.

@rachelwhite4449 Ай бұрын

Stunning!!

@monetcafe 13 күн бұрын

🙂 🙂 🙂 ❤, @rachelwhite4449

@geri1864 Ай бұрын

Gorgeous. I just ordered the derwent intense block small set. Can’t wait to try this!! Thank you Susan

@monetcafe Ай бұрын

YAY!! Thank you! @geri1864 Comments like this are part of why I do this. I love inspiring others, especially in their art journey! Thank you for your sweet comment!

@jennw6809 Ай бұрын

Ok someone has probably already shared this, but Business Insider just did a piece on Henri Roche pastels! Thought of you instantly

@monetcafe Ай бұрын

Oh wow.... thank you so much for sharing that!

@SirPrancelot1 Ай бұрын

Thank you Susan. God bless you too.

@monetcafe Ай бұрын

You're so welcome.... love your screen name. ;)

@SirPrancelot1 Ай бұрын

@@monetcafe Thank you! The adventures of Sir Prancelot was a fine British animation television series in the 1970's, supposedly for children but I'm sure enjoyed by many adults too. As I've not seen it repeated I guess that means it's the better part of 50 years since I last saw it. Time flies when you're having fun..........!

@alicenegus8179 Ай бұрын

Exquisite!

@petrajimenez7323 Ай бұрын

Beautiful painting ! Lovely colors ! Thank you .

@monetcafe Ай бұрын

Thank you so much! I appreciate that.

@judithwinter3688 Ай бұрын

Gorgeous!

@monetcafe Ай бұрын

Thank you so much, Judith!

@martamccool2740 Ай бұрын

Beautiful!

@monetcafe Ай бұрын

Thank you so much, @martamccool2740! I'm so glad you liked it!

@sherryburnett6088 Ай бұрын

Loved it. Beautiful

@monetcafe Ай бұрын

Thank you! 😊

@mle9331 Ай бұрын

Это просто фантастикс🎉🎉🎉 Так прекрасно и живописно❤❤❤

@jennw6809 Ай бұрын

gorgeous colors!!! a joy to watch

@andreatorraca8755 Ай бұрын

So beautiful

@monetcafe Ай бұрын

Bless you and thank you so much, Andrea!

@theresamoore7021 Ай бұрын

Love it, I will try it

@monetcafe Ай бұрын

YAY!! Thank you! @theresamoore7021 Comments like this are part of why I do this. I love inspiring others, especially in their art journey! Thank you for your sweet comment!

@elainelogan2023 Ай бұрын

beautiful!!

@monetcafe Ай бұрын

Thank you!!

@susankolpack7044 Ай бұрын

Gorgeous, painting, and so inspirational. Thank you for the scripture from the Bible. God bless you. The 👑 KING is coming.

@monetcafe Ай бұрын

Amen Susan!! I’m ready for that glorious day 🙌🏻😊❤️

@debbiejournigan270 Ай бұрын

Your work is absolutely gorgeous 😊

@monetcafe Ай бұрын

How sweet! Thank you so much, Debbie.

@rosaliefunk1629 Ай бұрын

Beautiful, magical as always. Do you mat your large paintings? What kind of glass do you use? Thank you.

@monetcafe Ай бұрын

I don't use mats when I have my paintings framed and I prefer Museum glass but it's pretty expensive.... an alternative is AR-70 Glass. Never use non-glare glass. Hope that helps!

@clariolaelx Ай бұрын

Thank You ❤

@monetcafe Ай бұрын

You're welcome 😊

@manelder Ай бұрын

I'm in love with this painting ❤ it caught my attention ❤

@monetcafe Ай бұрын

Thank you!!! I really like this one too! I think it’s the complementary colors 😊

@herbalannie7707 Ай бұрын

Just gorgeous! Your creations are so intuitive and vibrant. I am new to your channel and just love the way you describe what you are doing. I bought a few pastels but they are really not my thing, but will continue to practice. Regardless, so many of your techniques can be used with other mediums. Thanks for sharing!

@karenlavigne1108 Ай бұрын

This is beautiful! ❤️ I am going to try this on our Patreon page! Thank you Susan

@monetcafe Ай бұрын

Please do, Karen. I'm sure you know that you have the full tutorial over on the Patreon page. This version is reduced in content. Have fun!!!

@anjadewit8696 Ай бұрын

Dank! Heel mooi!

@monetcafe Ай бұрын

Thanks, I don’t have a translator, but I think this is a good comment. Ha ha ha.

@miaweckman1898 Ай бұрын

Love it!

@monetcafe Ай бұрын

Thanks so much! This technique is so fun.

@tetianaabramov Ай бұрын

❤💯👍👍👍👍👍

@andreatorraca8755 Ай бұрын

Any hints on frames for the large ones?

@monetcafe Ай бұрын

I’m not sure what you mean… I think any type of standard frame would work unless the painting is a non-standard size. This one actually is nonstandard so it would have to be custom framed.

@franredmon2984 Ай бұрын

Love this painting. Curious. Is that photo of the painting on the easel at the beginning of the video AI generated?

@monetcafe Ай бұрын

I think you mean the thumbnail image that I use for this tutorial and I used it again at the beginning of the video. Yes, I used AI to generate a scene with an easel on an art table in some beautiful lighting and then I put it in Photoshop and added my painting onto the easel. I think it makes a nice presentation. I wish my studio looked like the one in the AI generated image. lol!

@superlucky5939 Ай бұрын

Can we use canvas instead of paper?

@monetcafe Ай бұрын

Pastels don't adhere to canvas, but I have had some success applying clear gesso to canvas (in two coats) and then applying pastel. It's pretty textured, but it works. Also, be sure to use clear gesso and not regular gesso. The clear gesso has more texture and helps the pastels to adhere.

@Jennifer-ep1sr Ай бұрын

❤🇦🇺

@Jesuslovesme8 Ай бұрын

What name brand of pastels would you recommend a beginner?

@monetcafe Ай бұрын

If you have the budget, I really recommend the Sennelier 120 half stick set, called the Paris collection. You have enough colors and values to work with to create many paintings and the quality of these pastels is excellent. You can find them on Amazon for around $160 I think.