how to (finally) turn sketches into paintings | the fear of "final" paintings VS sketchbook practice

After filling a sketchbook page with practice sketches, concept ideas, and compositions... how do we go from those sketches to actual, finished paintings?
A sketchbook can feel like a safe space to explore art in... In this video, I explore different ways to finally turn my sketches into finished art, how to get over decision paralysis, and find inspiration in creating a series of paintings.

I've definitely felt paralyzed by not being ready to paint what I imagine, but especially in this age, it seems more and more important to pursue our own artistic visions, and learn more about our art style and unique techniques while painting. I'll share what advice worked for me so far! 💙

#sketchbook #painting #artprocess #acrylicpainting #portraitdrawing #artstyle

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The original : https://www.evydraws.com/shop/stardus...
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✧ ART MATERIALS ✧
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(I mix my OPEN paints with the regular heavy body acrylics for more control over drying time and texture.)
Golden Retarder Fluid: * https://amzn.to/3UvjAqT *
Varnish brushes by Hwahong Korea
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🖌️ DaVinci Forte Basic Brush: * https://amzn.to/3O358CE * (a great, sturdy all-rounder brush that I have in multiple sizes - for the tiny painting in this video, I used a size 1)
I also use brushes by Rosemary & Co for softer blends, and a variety of cheaper brushes from local Korean brands.

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✧ TIMESTAMPS ✧
00:00 sketchbook intro
00:42 commitment to a painting
01:18 art materials & sketch
02:12 sealing the sketch
02:44 gold leaf mistakes
03:09 inspiration
04:02 the ugly stage
04:30 lack of painting skills
05:22 studies vs your own art
06:23 miniature art & making mistakes
07:50 galaxy art
09:55 the color study as a finished painting
11:05 first of a series
11:30 varnishing

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