Below is another full episode of the show “Karrie on Canvas” starring artist Karrie Evenson. I am a big fan of this show. I love Karries carefree and colorful approach to painting. Sometimes it is nice to just let go and paint something without much thought or careful planning, especially after a hard day. It is extremely relaxing and therapeutic.
In this episode, Karrie will demonstrate how she paints one of her abstract paintings, specifically of a cat.
Here is what you will need to complete your painting:
- Medium Size Canvas
- Medium to Large Paint Brushes
- Assorted Acrylic Paint
- Paper Towels or Rags
- Water for Cleaning Brushes
Here is how Karrie approached this painting. She first created an abstract drawing on a separate piece of paper using a technique known as a “continuous line drawing”. This is where you create the entire sketch using one continuous line. She then copies her sketch onto her canvas using charcoal. She then sprays it with a fixative so that the drawing will not smear. She then tones the canvas. After that is all complete, she begins her painting. Watch the video episode below to see the finished product! Enjoy this acrylic painting demo!
Karrie on Canvas: Episode 31 “Have Fun With Cats!”
A big thanks to the folks over at Jones Television for sharing this video. You can see more of their great programming over at their YouTube Channel Here.
If you would like to learn more about Karrie and view more of her work, please visit her Website by following this link.
Dear Karrie, wow, thanks for your demo, re the cat and bird.
I am a beginner painter, senior citizen, I thought I had to have everything perfect like the real things.
You have taught me to draw on paper first, then copy it to the canvas. I have trouble with backgrounds, you have shown me how to “just do it”. It seems so much fun now. Thankyou, thankyou- I am going to look at all of your lessons and begin to enjoy artwork of my own type. Thanks again, Medusa, Australia xxxxx
How encouraging! Coming back to painting after 40 years. never used acrylics before, so Karrie is making it exciting and freeing!