Breaking Free from Tight Brushwork: Techniques for a Loose Painting Style

Do you find yourself stuck in the habit of tight, controlled brushwork, where every detail is meticulously rendered? This can lead to paintings that feel stiff and overworked, lacking the spontaneity and energy that characterize a loose, expressive style. The struggle to let go of precision and embrace a more fluid, relaxed approach can be frustrating, especially when the desire is to capture the essence and movement of a scene rather than every fine detail. In this live YouTube session, we’ll tackle the problem of tight brushwork head-on. You’ll learn practical techniques to loosen up your painting style, from choosing the right brushes to using broader, more confident strokes. I’ll guide you through exercises that focus on freeing your hand and mind, helping you break the cycle of overworking your paintings. By the end of this session, you’ll be equipped with tools and confidence to paint more freely. 👑Find out more with the FREE Guide on how to use impasto to loosen up your painting: https://swiy.co/LoosePainting Books by Malcolm: 52 Weeks of Creative Living: https://amzn.to/3WvQV5w 52 Weeks of Creative Mastery: https://amzn.to/3YdXCdU The Creative Awakening: https://amzn.to/3zRjuBx Sell Your Art of Not?: https://amzn.to/3zM6Tzs How to Loosen Up Your Painting: https://amzn.to/4f5Rx9n An Artist's Survival Guide: https://amzn.to/4d7Aq58 An Artist's Guide to Plein Air Painting: https://amzn.to/3Wg5qZO Art Materials: - Jackson's Pastels: https://tidd.ly/4gamuJW - Arches Oil painting paper: https://amzn.to/3YCLW0Y - Gouache Paint: https://amzn.to/3tK9V4K - Acrylic Paints: https://amzn.to/4bMXZiE - Brush Cleaner: https://amzn.to/462ETmx - Palette Paper: https://amzn.to/3PvBG9o - Color Wheel: https://amzn.to/3HPYnzP - Maimer Paints: https://amzn.to/3DZgFh1 - Rembrandt Oils: https://amzn.to/3IhJA2m - Gamblin Artist Oil Colors Introductory Set: https://amzn.to/2sLyeQh - Artists' Grade Gamsol Oil Color Size: 1 Liter: https://amzn.to/2tsbQve - Oil & Acrylic Paint Brushes Set. 100% Natural Chungking: https://amzn.to/2QJPs8F - Palette Knife Painting Set: https://amzn.to/39Isac6 - Artist Paint Brushes - Top Quality Red Sable : https://amzn.to/2rU0oYQ - Brush Cleaner: https://amzn.to/2QoLN0R - H-Frame Artist's Easel: https://amzn.to/2Fn2UtK - Canvas panels for practice: https://amzn.to/2Fmuuax