10 Simple Acrylic Painting Tips | Do's & Dont's, Be a Better Painter
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Another really useful tip, if you have a plastic palette that's caked with dried paint that doesn't want to come off easily, pour a bit of water on top so that it fills each well and carefully put in the freezer until the water is frozen. What happens is that the water freezes and binds to the paint, so when you rinse it under warm water the dried paint comes off effortlessly. I would recommend doing this in a bucket so the paint doesn't clog your drain.
Daenerys thank you
Can you do it with a wooden palette?
Nice!
Daenerys thanks! I have a plastic pallet and there is black paint in it and it’s not coming off. I’ll try this. Thanks!!
I have so much stuff covered in acrylics at work that i gave up trying to clean I cant wait to try it.
Edit: it worked about as well as boiling water.
I love how she just goes right into it without a long intro
Right? I picked up my phone expecting to wait for the intro to be over and was surprised when I had to put it down immedietly. I love it.
Same!!
I know, right? People these days would slap on vintage filters and overlays then spends 5 minutes of the video playing overrated ‘relaxing’ music as they pour tea at a snail’s pace and dramatically munches on some crackers before going “Heeeyyy guuuuyyys, welcome to my channeeeeelll” and blathers about their life for the next 5 minutes for no reason at all before actually getting onto the video :/
Bonus points if they somehow manage to get a sponsor, and they spend another 5 minutes uselessly rephrasing unimportant details.
RUclipsrs take note!!
Thanks Katie. I am 70 and started painting a year ago and I am really inspired by you.
Yay that’s amazing! 😄🙌🏻
@@KatieJobling wow....saludos desde🇲🇽👌👋
@🜼 mushroomxmilk she is definitely dead by now
This is a great representation off u can start anything anytime. Hope your art work out great!
@@TopOppMJ this is HARSH
This is why I love this century so much. Great artists with great tips, in high quality video format, delivered to your doorstep for free on RUclips.
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@@Silverjaine thanks for the great tips.Wish you were in South africa. In Durban.
Time traveler ఠ ͟ಠ
why do u sound a lot like you're from the past
so true
I say this as a huge compliment, you remind me of a less quirky (but still lovely) Luna Lovegood. I really don't know why
Emily Heard Yes, that's the first thing that popped in my head, too! :) beginner painter here, enjoying these vids !
Ya really
LOL - I was so wondering if someone left this comment - so true!!
It's a lot the looks and voice.
So so true lol!!! "It must be the gnargles "🙈
I live in Sweden and my paint freezes instead of drying
Lol
Lmaoo😂
lmao
oh god
Maybe turn the heater on in ur house.
Her: don’t use too much water
Me, who didn’t even know you should use water when painting: *surprised pikachu face*
If you are worried about too much water, you can always dab the access at a sponge, napkin or tissue paper ( because I am broke) before starting to paint :)
Me too haha
I've heard using water instead of the right kind of medium can cause the paint to eventually flake off the canvas, but I've never really seen that. Just a thought, though.
lol and I use acrylic paints like water colour paints
Yep I didn’t know that either 🤦🏽♀️
Colour mixing is definitely a struggle
luminor007 i do use it but I still don’t understand completely! Haha
There are some really good videos on color theory on youtube, they really help you understand colors on a deeper level
what’s that you don’t understand? it’s really with practice. Tints, tones, hues, shades, oh myyy!
Me too for sure. I have been using a colour wheel and that has really helped, but where I really struggled is never mixing enough paint OR mixing TOO much paint. The worst I find is when I mix too little and then cannot get the same colour mix back for more. :(
especially when you cant find the right color again!
1color theory
2keeping paint wet
3 too little or too much water
4 diy palletes
5 layers
6 blend colors separately
7 brush choice
8 grounding
9 paint what you see
10 wash ur stuff
How I wish ALL presenters were as brisk as this - going through all we need to know without preamble, repeating themselves or generally padding out their message with irrelevant stuff.
This was a joy to watch and full of useful information too. I shall make sure I catch more of Katie's videos. Thank you.
Agreed 🤠🤠🤠
I just found you on RUclips . I'm 64 years old and last week I picked up a brush , opened some acrylic paint tubes and did my first painting in 47 years . I painted a humpback whale breaching out of the ocean . My friends were amazed . I've been receiving nothing but compliments . I've even had 2 friends request that I do some paintings for them . After watching your videos and learning more about acrylics from you I think this will help me to get better at it . Your videos are great .
Thankful from Joplin , Missouri , USA
For a paint palette, TAKE APART A FRAME FOR PHOTOS
yay, what a greap tip, i actually have a broken frame i wanted to throw away, now im gonna use the glass part as a palette.. thanks! ;)
@Agnesa Piterkova dont accidentally cut yourself with it!!! Be careful hahaha
Thanks Johnny!!
@@LD-iw8hc 💚💚💚
I love English mannerisms so much
Kiersten K. why
@@aliceontheinternet123 is just something really cool to think about like "lol we speak the same language but we call this one thing different names"
@@aliceontheinternet123 How could you not and why would you ask?
You won’t like our slang then
@@lynnquin8565 probably cuz they're British and it's normal for us so we dont see anything special. England isn't as great as you may think my friend unfortunately. (Depending on where you go of course)
Kate: I live in a cool country.
Me: OH. Maybe that's why. XD
Hello to all who live in tropical countries! 😁
aryan hugz hello! It's sad how climate makes painting more difficult
Yes but do you live in australia
No, I live in the Philippines. It's like summer the whole year round. :D
Hello from Australia where it's always hot n dry!🙄
I live in the center of Brazil
It's ridiculously hot
I’ve been trying to paint for 3 years now and never knew I needed to use water with my acrylic. Bless your heart thank you so much for this helpful information!!
I was just about to comment on my God. I never knew I was supposed to wet my acrylic paint so girl, we are totally in the same boat. Let me know how it ends up turning out for you when you do!
Jesse, I love how you said “trying to paint”! You described what I do, even after 15 years!🤣
I used to really suck at painting with acrylics and then I took this painting course in college and I gained so much confidence with the medium since. Now I painting big canvas paintings and absolutely adore it
I do still struggle sometimes with getting the right colors. And I like, for some reason, to limit myself to using only the primary Color tubes because I like to mix my own paints. For some reason I also tend to lean towards warm colors then cool colors when I paint. I don’t know why
I'm a beginner but I got a good tip from an artist. I put a wet paper towel on a surface (like a palette) and then I put some baking paper on top, on which I put my acrylics on, so they don't harden and dry out that easily while painting. And you can put another layer of baking paper on top of the acylics if you are taking a little pause, so they don't dry out.
The water is one of the biggest thing I struggled with in both acrylic and gouache paints, and I hope more people find this helpful because it’s such an important element that not enough people talk about!
Can you do more arcylic art tutorials please, I love watching them soooo much.
I'd love to! 😀
Antony Barrow artist
Thank you, I am a year 7 painting lover and stay after school on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday just to paint and get my skills higher
Is there a tutorial for the painting in the background
I want one
These were really helpful! I had huge problem with water, I used too much water. I paint mainly with watercolours, so adding water is like second nature :D I use glass from picture frame as palette, it works well.
There are tons of comments saying 'you look like Luna lovegood' but I think you look like a young adult Annabeth Chase (this is a compliment btw)
YES
THANK YOU!
wait hello do you know tøp?
Yep but not as calm
Yeah
Really loved watching this so glad I found your tutorials a few months ago when I first started painting. Thankyou for your help and time xxx
I just discovered you and am having a great time learning from you. Painting is my therapy during the pandemic!
Hi Katie, lots of great tips thanks. You didn’t mention a Stay Wet pallet that I use and love. I use paper towels as a base and baking parchment as a top, keep base moist and a light spray of water on my acrylics and I can keep paint moist for up to 2 weeks.
Sheila Burdon wait.....so.... how do you keep the bottom paper towel wet?
Sheila Burdon , do u mean u put your paints directly on the paper towel? I’m a beginner
So, do you mean you put paints directly on the paper towel? Anyone?
MrBoguechitto2 The paper towels take a really long time to dry if they’re the slightest bit isolated from circulating air, so she probably covers the palette with plastic or in a box. The paints are laid out on top of the parchment paper, which is on top of the wet paper towels, so the moisture comes from both underneath and from the top (water spray)
Some people use actual towels to provide moisture for longer btw, but just keep in mind that this means there’s a chance the towel will get stained by the paint if you’re not super duper careful, so use an old towel or piece of thicker cloth
I use foam plates as palettes, work great and cheap....and grounding/toning your canvas is always a very good thing...that way you never get those tiny spots of white coming thru your painting. I usually do mine in a very light tan color...great video.
TIP - for palettes, I like to fold a piece of recycled paper and cover it with clear scotch tape! Afterwards it's disposable or you can wipe it with a damp cloth and use again.
I’ve been painting with acrylics for around 10 years now and this was incredibly helpful! Thank you so much!
Thanks Dear Katie! This list has been very comprehensive and useful! ❤️😍 I first came across you flower paintings and they inspired me much. Thank you for all your efforts❤️❤️❤️
Thank you for your tips. I just starting getting into acrylic painting recently and your tips are proving very helpful with what I may or may not need in terms of supplies soon. Keep up the great work.
Great tips thanks. You remind me of Luna Lovegood
Asia Jo She really looks like Luna Lovegood! 😂😂
Yea 😂 her voice to
Ikr
same
Her voice !
I use icecube trays that come w/ a lid to mix my most needed colors for a painting and a palette on the side to constantly mix other nuances or thin them up w/ water.
This way I don't need to take a breaks to make my basic colors too often, they don't bleed into each other thanks to the little containers, they don't dry down in between painting sessions thanks to the lid and the quantity I can make.
Great advices, thank you!
I made myself lids with self made waxed fabric and elastics from old face masks that I attached with a few stitches, or I put the elastic over the waxed fabric to seal the tray.
Thanks a lot for your helpful videos, Katie! I'm learning so much from you as a novice painter, you are my inspiration!
I just found this channel form looking up paint tips and I'm in love with this channel! She's so nice and gentle with her tips and she gets right to the point. I'll be sticking around to see more!
It took me 7 year's of my 15 year's as an artist to really learn how to mix colours to create atmosphere in a painting. Being self taught sometimes take's you the long way around thing's but in the long run you're a better artist. Thx for the great tips 🎨😊
Great tips. I may try the grounding. And the mist bottle i often struggle getting the paint across the camvas. At first i thought it may be the brand i was using but if i spray the canvas it will help👍👍. I love ur videos!
When you drew the mug I smiled... that’s me lol how long have I been human..
Thank you this video was so helpful as a beginner, and you are so sweet!
Thank you Katie for your painting vlogs. I found you yesterday and I am a beginner at painting . I love how you show step by step how to paint the beach scene. And I have wanted to learn that for so long. I have tried so many times but it was not right. I'm so happy that I found you and your vlog. Thank you so much
I love how to the point you are! Immediately subscribed! I have been painting a lot again lately, I literally have about 3 project I keep swapping between adding and taking away things. I have been heavily inspired, and finding this video was very helpful! Thank you so much!
If you don't want to purchase a sprayer just put some water in your mouth and watch a funny video..
Lol
you just made my day
Crazy
In 1800's Rome, diners used to dress salads in this way.
Lol2
I don't paint but watching your videos makes me wish I could. I just love listening to you talk.
Aww thanks so much. Get those paints out! 😁
Great video as always 🙌 I’ve been using acrylics for a while but still learned some awesome new tips, thank you!
Thank you for the tips! Recently started trying out painting with acrylic paints and did learn how layers make a difference :D
I love this advice. Well said. By "ground your painting" it's the same thing as an underpainting? At least it looks like it to me.
This was such a helpful video for a new, beginner artist! THANK YOU!!! You are a big inspiration to me and helped me unlock a talent and passion I never knew i was capable of and had. I now enjoy painting the beauty of the world and its wonders. Thank you.💜😘💕
Yay that's SO amazing to hear! Thank you for sharing your thoughts 😀
Very helpful video. I personnaly prefer acrylics. They are very good. I ve never used oils.
I love how quick this video was and full of good tips!
This is such a good video! You articulate your points clearly and make it really simple and helpful. Thank you!
So helpful! Everything was presented concisely and clearly. Can't wait to start painting again with these new tips under my belt.
Yay have fun! 😃
Thanks Katie, great video. Two question - How do you prepare the canvas - do you use gesso? And do you use anything in the end to finish the painting?
I love everything about you ~
And great tips!
Good basic tips. Especially looking at the object for its lines. Paint what you see not think. This definitely where I need to improve. Thank you.
*_Beautiful and smart, wonderful thing_*
Me: Canvas, you're grounded till I finish this!
Canvas: why?
Me: The tips said so
😂😂😂
We bought a acrylic paint set for our daughter for Christmas so thank you for these tips!
I have been searching youtube for a half an hour looking for a great video with actually good tips and this is the first one and only one I've found that is good. So, thank you. You're amazing. This really helped. Definitely subscribing.
Some great tips in there - us artists' get ripped off royally: point being the glass palette vs chopping board for a start!
I started to paint with acrylic and I don't really have a problem with mixing colors. I personally love acrylic paint. I've painted a sunset and the night sky and a galaxy and it turns out really well. I use the face that acrylic dries fast to my advantage.
Thank you Katie, very useful tips. I am 67 and started painting last year and I love that so much information is available online. Your tips are short and sweet and deep
That is awesome! I love people who paint
I like that light misting idea! I also like that tip about really looking at your object. Nice tips. Thanks!
Hello))) Thank you for sharing))) But have you ever had your painting flake off the canvas? I was using water in the beginning as well. But now I prefer to use different fluids and gels instead. There are also special sprays to keep the painting and the pallet wet, but not with water. Water is in fact a dissolvant for acrylic. The more water you are using, the less binder there will be in the acrylic. Special fluids serve as a binder in fact. With them we can be sure our painting will not flake off in a couple of years even in a very dry climate.
Thank goodness I found you I have just been painting and I was using straight acrylic paint no water at all lol
Paint
me too 😬
i’ve been using a lot of water but i didn’t think i was doing it right 😂
Flow medium will also help and is better than water alone.
Thanks for these tips! They seem so obvious but I never thought of them
I use a fine mist sprayer for both my palette and the canvas. The fine mist helps me not go overboard. Fluid/mediums do work, but can also mess with mixing and transparency.
My DIY pallete fits in a low-profile wide tupperware container and is just a sheet of acrylic panel. I can preserve paints in there for quite a long time, especially if I mist it up. I use wax paper to make cleanup easy and keep the paint from gumming up the plumbing.
Paint what you see is hard to put into words, but I try to go for general shapes. I discard all the notions of seeing things as objects, and I have to trust the process to eventually make something that looks like the object in the end. It's scary. But it's really exciting when you occasionally step back, and you can see the objects coming together!
❤ this video is very useful! Will you also make one about oils?
Yes I love this idea! 😀
Here's a tip for cleaning up: Windex practically melts acrylic paint.
My coffee table says otherwise 😭 the wood is stained now.
@@karenraychel Ooh. I'm so sorry.
Are you Greek?
@@nikibineri3675 half French-English, half Mexican-Native American.
@@burpo no it was a reference to the movie My Greek wedding. Because they use windex for everything:)
Great advice, Katie! Thank you! X
This is so helpful! Thank you SO much 💜
Thanks katie,....Your ..to the point short video is superb....
Yay! Glad you like it! 😁
sujanith tottempudi i
I love the painting in the background! Is there going to be a tutorial??
I’m just getting started on painting with acrylics and I genuinely had no clue I should be using water. This video was so helpful!
I've just come across your channel and chose this video to watch first. I've been dabbling with acrylic painting for about 2 months and am really enjoying it. Thank you so much for these Ten Tips. I knew about some of what you discussed but not all so I came away feeling a little more prepared for my next project. I've also subscribed and will be checking out more of your videos!
I just bought some acrylics a couple of days ago and this video is super helpful. Side note, you reminded me of Evanna Lynch/Luna Lovegood soooo much.
You are so cute and lovely and the vídeo is really helpful!
Thank you, very comprehensive presentation. It was easy to follow and informative. Good job! 🎨🎨🎨
I think you are the master of the flower painting technique. I'm learning to paint, and your flowers are my go-to for flower classes. Thank you for the way you teach; it's very calming and relaxing and not fast at all...
I looooovvvvvvveeeeeee acrylics!!!! I just subscribed and plan on painting with acrylics over the summer. I did this really awesome horse painting this school year
Yay that's awesome! Thanks so much
Yaay the kisses at the end :* You're the living definition of the word "lovely" :)
Haha 😀 thanks so much!
Thank you for the tips, really helpful!!
Great advice. I love the painting behind you!
This is so helpful, thanks. Can you do a tutorial on panting a bouquet with acrylics?
PLEASE
The more abstract ones
Yes this would be great
I've been requesting that foreveer
Meyra me too
Lol for pallettes i use disposable plates 😂😂
Good tip!
That's unnecessary waste tho..
@@melaniejames3822 Recycling.
@@AvidLearner11 she didn't say that she used them for anything before hand, I got the impression that she gets plates specifically for palettes. If she is recycling tho by all means it's a good thing
Disposable plastic plates
Just bought my first brushes and acrylic paint today. Excellent video!
I only use dry palettes for experimenting, to figure out techniques, etc., and also for metallic paints. Everything else I use a wet palette for, and it's upped my game quite a lot.
You really remind me of Luna Lovegood from Harry Potter, you're so pretty! Also, thank you for the tips, all of them are really helpful :)
Painting the canvas a colour before painting over it sounds like a really good idea tbh
I can't stand having any canvas showing so I always ground the canvases
I use a stay wet pallet Katie keeps paints moist for days but i do use plastic lids to if painting a big area quickly x
I love all your suggestions. Thank you. You are really helpful.
Hello ma'am, great video. Could you make a video of the canvas in the background?
Hi Jennifer, Thanks so much! 😀 The painting in the background is one of personal paintings so I won't be making a tutorial. But I might be able to do something else soon 😃
Thank you, really helpful tips! this will help a lot of approaching painters. My best regards
I’m about to work on this painting I’ve really been wanting to do for a while. However it’s pretty difficult. This video helped me so much!
You have such a sweet nature to you!
Why does she sound like LDshadowlady?
Oreo Tiger dude she does tho
I mean they both are from england so not suprised
And luna Lovegood or whatever from Harry Potter
i’m from england and they sound nothing like each other 💀💀💀
That’s exactly what I was thinking.
I just started painting three days ago -Youhave been the most help -Thank you so much
I just discovered your channel. I’m new to painting and I love your style and attitude. Your voice is so calming and relaxing to listen to. Thanks for this video!
Hey Katie, I'm a beginner and don't know what "grounding the canvas" means. Do you have a video that explains this? Or maybe could you do one?
Matthew Hines priming the canvas with a darker color like a brown or orange
You Need to prep the canvas or your paper, its help to creat a non white base, add texture and also block water (goodbye waving paper from water).
Two options :
-light one, with white and tiny bit of yellow
-dark one :dark brown (terre d'ombre brûlé, idk the English name sorry) and phtalo blue. It makes a sort of black. But dont use black
And no water!! Crossing gesture to make texture. Need to be drying for at least 5h
We struggle with paints drying out here in Texas! Great tips! I'm going to share these with my students. Let me know what you think of my videos. One stop shop for projects, tips, and tricks!
Love your painting and I actually painted the seashore with your tutorial and it turned out amazing!! Love ❤️
I have a issue with paint streaks. How do i keep my background neat without seeing the brush strokes
I had this problem until I used more expensive paint and brushes.