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  • lclchors Mar 19, 2012 @ 9:46 pm | delete
    very interesting I might try it
  • al Mar 8, 2012 @ 1:30 pm | delete
    doing a pointillism project with middle school kids, after studying divisionism and seurat, we came to a huge realization: use a very SMALL canvas! this method takes FOREVER! my kids lost attention super fast, and even i just wanted it to be over. the kids who were really focused did a great job, but most of them couldn't stick with this style for as long as a 9x12 sheet required. if i do this again, we're doing a half size sheet (maybe 4x6) but never anything as big.
  • CreativeArtist Mar 8, 2012 @ 3:09 pm | delete
    I so agree! For kids, use either small canvas or large dots! Markers are also a better choice for kids, so they can steadily make dots.
  • Close2Art Mar 5, 2012 @ 5:02 pm | delete
    great look into pointillism, I've never made a complete piece with this style but do use it to add texture to my pieces, Great job....Blessed!
  • CreativeArtist Mar 5, 2012 @ 5:19 pm | delete
    Pointillism would make a nice texture. Thank you for the blessing.
  • Joseph 7G Feb 20, 2012 @ 12:11 pm | delete
    Hi, I am studying pointillism and pop art at school! i find this website MUCH more helpful than all the others! I find it really helpful, thanks :)
  • lol69186918 Feb 12, 2012 @ 2:38 pm | delete
    it is a magnificent style.
  • CreativeArtist Feb 12, 2012 @ 5:20 pm | delete
    I agree.
  • james Feb 12, 2012 @ 2:23 pm | delete
    hi
  • blob Feb 12, 2012 @ 2:22 pm | delete
    I have already tried this method but it is so boring
  • CreativeArtist Feb 12, 2012 @ 5:20 pm | delete
    It can be. I have found the random method, with paint markers, to be more interesting, especially with some cool music to listen to.
  • BarbRad Dec 3, 2011 @ 2:06 pm | delete
    It looks like an interesting method. I have to admit I'd never heard of pointillism before now, so I learned something. It would be fun to have time to learn to paint.
  • Serenity30 Oct 26, 2011 @ 1:49 pm | delete
    Beautiful artwork! I have tried this method with a brush rubbed on water color pencils. And felt tipped black pen.
  • CreativeArtist Oct 26, 2011 @ 2:34 pm | delete
    I imagine that the pictures made with a brush rubbed on water color pencils would be very pretty. Thank you for sharing your tip.
  • VacuolateTuna Oct 25, 2011 @ 6:20 am | delete
    Fantastic article and a great resource for painters. I had not thought about using a paint pen to create pointillist pieces! I use pointillism myself in my space art. Would you mind if I feature your lens within my own "Space Art, Astronomical Art and Cosmic Art: An Overview" as a resource for aspiring artists?
  • CreativeArtist Oct 26, 2011 @ 2:33 pm | delete
    You're welcome to feature it. Thank you.
  • nightcats Aug 28, 2011 @ 11:11 pm | delete
    A friend introduced me to pointillism many years ago. I love the look but I wouldn't have the nerve to try it.
  • WordCustard Aug 24, 2011 @ 12:18 pm | delete
    It's a tricky technique to master but can be very eye-catching when done well, and Seurat's work continues to fascinate us after all these years.
  • whoisbid Jul 7, 2011 @ 12:45 pm | delete
    first time I came across this word. A big thanks to informing!
  • JoshK47 Jul 2, 2011 @ 1:43 pm | delete
    I've always been fascinated by pointillism! I definitely don't have enough patience for it myself, though.
  • sukkran Jun 12, 2011 @ 6:46 am | delete
    really this art form is new to me. thanks for introducing this lovely art. ~blessed~
  • Judy_Filarecki Jun 8, 2011 @ 8:58 am | delete
    Thanks for all the alternative ways to achieve this. I've never tried it, but the different ways you suggest, make it sound like an interesting new technique for me to try.
  • efriedman May 25, 2011 @ 12:28 pm | delete
    I had only thought of it as the traditional approach, with a paint brush. Interesting to see the idea of using a stylus or pen.
  • CreativeArtist May 25, 2011 @ 1:32 pm | delete
    I also saw where an artist created dimensional dots and then painted the dots, for a much large scale pointillism picture.
  • Mar 22, 2011 @ 10:16 pm | delete
    i think is a great art style,check this artwork i made in one of my sites:http://www.ratemydrawings.com/drawings/fantasy-art/745850.html
    i made that to combine fantasy with another art style.let me know how i fare with that painting.
  • Jewelsofawe Jan 30, 2011 @ 1:37 pm | delete
    I love this art!
  • gravityx9 Jan 26, 2011 @ 12:46 pm | delete
    wow, great looking effect but I think it would require much patience (something I lack). Makes me more appreciate the work others do to create art with it! THUMBS UP!
  • windygig Jan 26, 2011 @ 6:31 am | delete
    Great stuff. I have tried it without templates. It is not nearly as easy as it looks.
  • Michey Jan 17, 2011 @ 9:11 pm | delete
    Very good explanation, info, and presentation. 5 *
    I love the french pointillism decade.
  • jptanabe Jan 15, 2011 @ 11:51 am | delete
    Some lovely examples of Pointillism, and great explanations of the technique. Blessed.
  • Margo_Arrowsmith Nov 21, 2010 @ 5:11 am | delete
    I remember that painting from school. I had no idea that the technique was doable!
  • LizMac60 Nov 18, 2010 @ 8:30 pm | delete
    Thanks for the information.
  • WildFacesGallery Nov 18, 2010 @ 7:12 am | delete
    A beautifully done description and how to on pointillism.Nicely done.
  • warrior_woman Oct 17, 2010 @ 12:21 am | delete
    I have used a pen for pointillism, but never paint. Something I have wanted to try for sometime. Like your tips- Thank you!
  • emmalarkins Oct 8, 2010 @ 4:26 pm | delete
    Beautiful work! Pointillism is one of my favorite styles, because it's not like drawing lines - if you mess up, you just make more dots! Blessed by a Squidoo Angel :)
  • SusansZooCrew Sep 29, 2010 @ 10:44 pm | delete
    I love pointillism, but boy does it take some patience........
  • CreativeArtist Sep 29, 2010 @ 11:16 pm | delete
    That it does. It helps to use bigger dots and randomness if you want to move a little faster. : )
  • Pukeko Sep 15, 2010 @ 4:18 pm | delete
    Thanks for sending me here. This is great. I featured it on facebook at Homeschool Fun for Tweens and Teens
  • CreativeArtist Sep 15, 2010 @ 8:45 pm | delete
    You're welcome Rhonda. Glad to help out.
  • MiaBellezza Sep 9, 2010 @ 3:05 am | delete
    Thanks for explaining pointillism techniques.
  • Master of Pointillism Aug 5, 2010 @ 12:30 pm | delete
    To see how far you can take this look here: http://www.iserv.net/~spif2/index.htm
  • Master of Pointillism Aug 5, 2010 @ 12:26 pm | delete
    Thanks for spreading the word about this technique.
  • vallain Jul 8, 2010 @ 11:24 am | delete
    My sister did some artwork using this and I really liked the results.
  • LaraineRose Mar 26, 2010 @ 5:25 am | delete
    Cheryl, this is an art form I'd love to try. My daughter did one of these paintings during her course at an art school. It adorns my kitchen. Just love this lens. 5*s and fav.
  • CreativeArtist Mar 26, 2010 @ 9:06 am | delete
    Loraine, that is so cool. Glad you've found this information helpful. All the best. Cheryl.
  • hlkljgk Feb 21, 2010 @ 2:21 pm | delete
    lovely lens. i <3 Suerat's work.
  • CreativeArtist Feb 21, 2010 @ 6:10 pm | delete
    Seurat's work is amazing!
  • Tipi Feb 18, 2010 @ 4:36 pm | delete
    Cheryl, I love this lens, I learned what pointillism is. I just didn't know that is what it is called. I love your art designs. 5 Stars
    I'm getting motivated,
    Susie
  • CreativeArtist Feb 18, 2010 @ 5:07 pm | delete
    You're welcome Susie. I'd love to see what you create.
  • Heather426 Jun 9, 2009 @ 4:35 pm | delete
    love pointellism and the lens..lensrolling to several of my lenses.
  • Mickie_G May 30, 2009 @ 9:50 am | delete
    Here's another lens I will bookmark! Thanks for sharing.
  • May 10, 2009 @ 10:56 am | delete
    I remember in highschool when we learned about Pointalism in art class. I loved it! It's nice to see a lens on this unique art technique.
  • lovemybob May 9, 2009 @ 1:23 pm | delete
    Amazing patience and attention to detail you must have! Welcome to The Painting Group!
  • kab Apr 25, 2009 @ 8:58 am | delete
    The Giant Squid Greeters are kicking off a fun team challenge. You are hereby formally invited to join my team: Kab's Fab Squid Squad. I think you'd be a great addition to the Squid Squad.
  • Stazjia Mar 23, 2009 @ 7:16 am | delete
    Lovely lens on one of the less used techniques nowadays. Welcome to the Art & Design Group.

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