In this article I introduce Wassily Kandinsky (1866-1944), a Russian-born artist who some consider the Father of Abstract Painting in Western Art. I start with washy watercolor organic circles, then move on to circle backgrounds accented with water-soluble artist crayons and finished with acrylic and gel pen markers.
Kandinsky-esque Artist Trade Card artwork by artist Tristina Dietz Elmes won by a live show attendee.
Some of the things you will learn include:
who was Wassily Kandinsky
how to prepare the painting surface with water or alcohol
relaxing into organic watercolor shapes
accenting watercolor circles with water-soluble crayons
applying acrylic paint, markers and gel pens over dry watercolors
unique surfaces for watercolor
and more…
Kandinsky Style Organic Circles in watercolor enhanced with pens and markers by artist Tristina Dietz Elmes.
Kandinsky Style Watercolor & Mixed Media Workshop Video Replay
Below is the full video workshop of my live painting session. The paints, mediums and accessories used in the video are listed afterwards in this article. Enjoy! 🎨
Here are the video timeline sections if you want to jump to a particular part of the live session:
00:00 - Intro To Kandinsky Abstract Art
Feel free to ask me any follow-up questions in the comments below. Thanks for watching! 😍
Caran d’Ache Color Charts
Here is where to find the Caran d'Ache Neocolor II color charts and blank color charts to print (find the "Documents for Download" on the product page of the Caran d'Ache website):
https://www.carandache.com/us/en/hobbies/box-of-15-neocolor-ii-pastels-p-10600.htm
Inspiration Artists
Here is where to see Mr Kandinsky's artwork and learn more about him:
https://www.wassilykandinsky.net/
QoR watercolor travel palette, Pebeo acrylic markers and work in progress on Yupo paper from artist Tristina Dietz Elmes.
Supplies List for Kandinsky Style Abstract Watercolors & Mixed Media Painting
Here are links to the supplies list for the watercolor paints, papers and accessories shown during the video. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases for links below that lead to Amazon.
QoR Watercolors High Chroma Set of 6 Tubes 5ml Each - https://amzn.to/3ZJZqLJ
QoR Watercolors Introductory Set of 12 Tubes 5ml Each - https://amzn.to/43Drumk
Beam Watercolor Paints Collections - https://www.beampaints.com/collections/all
Kristy Rice Travel Watercolors Tin with 12 Colors - https://amzn.to/4dTlNUL
Empty Watercolor Half Pans Set of 48 Plus Magnets - https://amzn.to/4dQ1BTA
Kristy Rice Watercolor Travel Tin with 12 Empty Half Pans - https://amzn.to/43Ktd9v
Pebeo Origin Acrylics Paints Various Colors and Sets - https://www.dickblick.com/products/pebeo-origin-acrylic-paints/
Caran d'Ache Neocolor II Water-Soluble Wax Pastels Set of 10 in a Tin -https://amzn.to/4jzyPYx
Caran d'Ache Neocolor II Water-Soluble Wax Pastels Set of 15 in a Tin - https://amzn.to/4kUh8Eb
Caran d'Ache Neocolor II Water-Soluble Wax Pastels Set of 30 in a Tin - https://amzn.to/3HvnLhU
Stabilo Woodies Water-Soluble Wax Pencils Set of 18 with a Sharpener and Brush - https://amzn.to/3HvkRtA
Pebeo Acrylic Markers Various Nib Sizes, Colors and Sets - https://www.dickblick.com/products/pebeo-acrylic-markers/
Uniball Signo Broad 1mm Tip Assorted Colors Set of 10 - https://amzn.to/45kI1N9
Jaquard Dorland's Wax to Seal Watercolors 4oz Jar - https://amzn.to/4jERrGw
Krylon Kamar Varnish 11oz Can - https://amzn.to/4kXc6XF
Ampersand Aquabord Watercolor Surface Panel 1/8" Thick 5x7in Set of 3 - https://amzn.to/3ZnwwRd
US Art Supply Watercolor Paper Spiral Bound Book 5.5x8.5in 140lb 30 Sheets Set of 3 - https://amzn.to/4lhlXYD
Canson XL Watercolor White Cold Press (Lightly Textured) Paper Pad 140lb 9x12in 30 Sheets - https://amzn.to/4kBBhPU
Legion Papers Including Aqua Watercolor and Yupo - https://amzn.to/3HtcNcD
Legion Papers Yupo Round 10 Sheets 8" - https://amzn.to/4l0vJhB
Magnani 1404 Watercolor Paper Round 6.3in 140lb 20 Sheets - https://amzn.to/4kW999x
Yasutomo Mineral Paper 9x12in 20 Sheets - https://amzn.to/3HqX9ib
Epson Matte Premium Presentation Paper Double Sided 8.5x11in 50 Sheets - https://amzn.to/3HFWA49
Kristy Rice Brush Set of 6 with Carry Pouch - https://amzn.to/3H391GP
Princeton Velvetouch Brushes Set of 5 - https://amzn.to/4jKsydo
Princeton Velvetouch Brush Willow's Blender 3/8" - https://amzn.to/43DrGC4
Princeton Aqua Elite Mottler Brush 1 1/2" - https://amzn.to/3FSHU0N
Silver Atelier Quill Brushes Set of 3 - https://amzn.to/4dmFFPE
Yasutomo Fusion Brushes Round Set of 5 - https://amzn.to/4cds24V
Crow Canyon Mini Enamel Trays White with Blue Rim 4.75x4.75 in Set of 4 - https://amzn.to/4kpzqNq
Jackson's 10-Well White Ceramic Slant Palette - https://amzn.to/4j9Qnu0
5 Layers Stacking White Ceramic Watercolor Mixing Trays - https://amzn.to/43SxmIX
Faber Castell Collapsible Tulip Edge Brush Holder Water Cup - https://amzn.to/3Pxxyon
Wood Brush Rest Stand Set of 2 Holds 4 Brushes Each - https://amzn.to/3OrurOi
Recommended Cloth-Like Viva Paper Towels 3 Double Rolls - https://amzn.to/3EPZhOW
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“Changing Directions” watercolor, shimmer, water-soluble crayon and acrylic markers artwork on Yupo paper 8in round by artist Tristina Dietz Elmes.
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“Head this Way” is a watercolor, shimmer, water-soluble crayon, acrylic marker and gel pen painting created during the live show by artist Tristina Dietz Elmes.
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