Grab A Brush & Just Get To It! Just Do It!
“Don't think about making art, just get it done. Let everyone else decide if it's good or bad, whether they love it or hate it. While they are deciding, make even more art.”― Andy Warhol
As with any into art class, we here at Pinot’s Palette, are all about starting from the beginning. We will teach you some of the basics and be there to answer any questions that you need.
Whether you’re thinking about joining us for a class, taking one somewhere else, OR just doing some of your own artwork in your spare time, we say JUST DO IT!
Some ways to get started with painting….
Easy Painting Ideas For Beginners
** Start with acrylic paints
There’s no rule for which medium you need to start with. However, acrylics are the friendliest paints for beginners. They’re easy to use. They’re also easier to clean up compared to oil paints. As you become more experienced, you can start using oils and watercolors. Or, if you want to dive right into the deep end of the pool, you can start using oils and watercolors right away – I’m not your boss.
Yes, art snobs may sneer at those who use acrylic paint. Professionals don’t like how quickly acrylics dry. But if you’re a beginner, neither of these things matters to you.
** It’s easier than you think to create new colors
Remember in elementary school when you blended primary colors together to create new and exciting colors? You can do that as an adult, too! If you have the three primary colors (red, blue, and yellow), then you can mix any color.
Blending to create new colors is fun. It’s what separates your art from your friends’ art. You might be working from the same original piece – but based on how you mix the colors, the finished products can be significantly different.
Anyways, color blending isn’t just for pros. Learning basic color theory lets you create any color you need – and it saves money on paint.
** Acknowledge there’s a learning curve
Some of the world’s greatest painters spent decades of their lives painting – only to create one or two renowned pieces of art.
Don’t be hard on yourself if your first few paintings are bad. Beginner painters can be easily frustrated. Yes, your painting could look like something created by a six-year-old. That’s okay!
If you’re having fun, then that’s the most important thing – and I guarantee you’ll get better (or at least learn something new) every time you paint.
** Clean your brushes
This is extremely important because once acrylic paint is dry on a brush, you’ll have no luck cleaning it. It ruins the bristles and I’ve been guilty of doing this a number of times. Still regret it. So, if you’re working on a project, have a jar of water and keep your brushes in it while you work. This way, cleaning won’t take too much time away from your work and will keep the brush wet and ready to use. However, when you finish your work, then clean the brushes properly.
** Use different brush sizes and shapes
You don’t have to have every brush that’s out there. Also, there’s no need to spend a fortune on top-quality brushes, especially if you’re only a beginner.
** Create textures with acrylic paint
Acrylic paint is a great medium to create a texture because it’s thick, and making thicker areas and shapes will result in amazing effects once it dries. You can use many different tools to create texture with acrylic paint. Some of them are kitchen sponges, aluminum foil, painting knives, etc. If you want to create texture with acrylic paint, don’t add water to it. Water just thins it down and then it’s impossible to create the same texture.
... The thicker your paint is, the longer it will take for it to dry. I know this is boring, but you can use that time and do useful things:
For example, you can clean all your brushes and tools, really taking the time to clean the bristles and store the tools properly.
Also, while waiting, you can look at the color wheel to see what your next color can be, or plan any other next step you’re going to make. If you’re stubbornly impatient (guilty as charged) then by all means use a hair dryer or a heat gun.
“Don't think about making art, just get it done. Let everyone else decide if it's good or bad, whether they love it or hate it. While they are deciding, make even more art.”
― Andy Warhol
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