You are one of the artists who is down to earth, not fake, and not running on huge ego. That’s what I like about you. So many I stopped watching because their ego got bigger than my screen sadly. Yet often times their work is not better than mine or yours. You have to find your happy place and own way of doing things and things work out. I still have failures just like anyone and that is okay too. Stay the way you are, it’s what makes you worth watching.

@acrylicpouringwithcindyvan9173

Жыл бұрын

Awww thank you Dawn. The likleyhood of me changing at this point in my life is ZIP.. lol I learned along time ago that life is so much easier to just tread water rather than swim upstream. My happy place is simple and free. I try to help others when or if I can and I don't pretend to be something I am not. I'm learning right along with you all, I make just as many disastrous pieces and scrape just as much paint. My video skills suck and I'm not about to learn editing to make them all sparkling and cool.. just me. Hope you have a great Easter, filled with tons of fun. Cindy

@crystalhealing847

Жыл бұрын

I agree with you....I unsubscribed from many because they thought they were Da Vinci 🤣🤣🤣

So pretty and the little embellishments are just perfect. ❤

Gorgeous Cindi.

Beautiful 😊

You are so amazing. I love the way you play until you are happy with the piece. I'm grateful you share your adventures with art. I'm inspired 💖

@acrylicpouringwithcindyvan9173

Жыл бұрын

Many thanks Abbie, fluid art really is an adventure isn't It? The reality is we only have a small amount of control over what the paints will do. I have mixed beautiful colors together and got horrible results and have mixed the worst possible combos and got amazing results. It's always fun just to play and experiment and wait to see the end results. 😀. Cindy

Always amazing! Modifying is my fav because I can’t seem to get the hang of blooms and modifying always works for me! Thank you. I’m zen tangling as well.

@acrylicpouringwithcindyvan9173

Жыл бұрын

Hey Lizzy, I'm super new to zentangles but it's certainly a really positive way to just get lost. I was super shocked at how costly proper micron pens and paper were... I will just stick to a sharpie and plain paper for now. Cindy

Hi Cindy, I absolutely love your honesty and the fact that you keep it so damn real. This semi bloom turned swipe with modifications is gorgeous, including that middle part, that is driving you nuts. Another brilliant tutorial ♥️💥🙏💐💐

@acrylicpouringwithcindyvan9173

Жыл бұрын

Hi Fiona, thank you. Yup I hate the middle, still do but it is what it is right? Cannot tell how many pieces have spots that I just wish were not there.. and they are usually in an place where I cannot get rid of them.. always the way. Happy Easter to you and yours, hope your day was filled with fun. Cindy

Turned out gorgeous, I really like the way you altered the bloom❤

@acrylicpouringwithcindyvan9173

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Sherry. It's fun to mess about and change things up... sometimes it works other times it was just a really bad decision. 😀. It happens. Happy Easter to you and yours.. may the Easter bunny bring you many treats. You know what they say.. chocolate is better Than???? 😋 Cindy

@SherryinAB

Жыл бұрын

@@acrylicpouringwithcindyvan9173 lol I totally agree with the chocolate being better then ..,……yes it s fun to mess around with the paints but much better when they turn out beautiful, Happy Easter 🐣

Omg you are a riot and so very refreshing 👏🏻💜 and beautiful work. I was able to really let go once I realized acrylic painting was still cheaper than therapy 🙌🏻

@acrylicpouringwithcindyvan9173

Жыл бұрын

Lol..that's funny Eileen and so try. Fluid art is a great therapist, it's one if the only things I do thst I can just immerse myself in and just be gone for a little while. I'm sure any therapist entering my head would have me I treatment for years to come... 😀 Happy Easter to you and your.. may the Easter bunny bring yummy treats. Cindy

That looks amazing and thank you so much for all the tips and tricks ❤❤❤❤❤

@acrylicpouringwithcindyvan9173

Жыл бұрын

Many thanks Jeanette... happy to help and share what I know... although that knowledge is limited...😀 Cindy

Super pretty ! Love it 💕💕🐷

@acrylicpouringwithcindyvan9173

Жыл бұрын

Thank you! 😊 Happy Easter to you all.. may the Easter Bunny bring lots of yummy treats.. Cindy

So glad you're back, Cindy! This is a great piece. So pretty!

@acrylicpouringwithcindyvan9173

Жыл бұрын

Cheers Mishelle, many thanks. My auto correct is having issues with the spelling of your name... 😀. Happy Easter to you and yours. Cindy

OMG you are Soo much needed at this point in my life. Thank you -. I totally agree ! My current boyfriend had a ton of leftover tiles of all sizes and I use that alot. I have put lots of money into supplies and I am not a bloomer either. Thank you for the positive "spin" on this journey

@acrylicpouringwithcindyvan9173

Жыл бұрын

Many thanks Marla. I think at the end of the day it doesn't really matter how you got there... as long as you traveled happy that's really all that matters. 😊 Cindy

I am so happy that I found your videos I love your beautiful work

@acrylicpouringwithcindyvan9173

Жыл бұрын

Cheers Roshani, I'm happy you found me as well! Many thanks for grabbing a seat on this crazy journey. Cindy

You are so right, try, scrape, try again, rinse and repeat. Your technique is one I’m loving to practice. It’s always a surprise and actually fun. Thank you.

@acrylicpouringwithcindyvan9173

Жыл бұрын

It's definitely always a surprise.. fluid art is funny, it's free and sporadic yet we find ways to control it.. lol Cindy

Wow is this ever pretty!! I love your story of how you started!! I’m so glad you’re back to painting!! Love 💕 ya sister!!

@acrylicpouringwithcindyvan9173

Жыл бұрын

Hey chickadee.. painting is back to being my therapist. I ve done about 50 pages of zentangles and I'm already bored with that so it's back to my messy room. Best part is I get to connect with nice people like yourself. And as always there are a few that aren't so nice with nothing good to say.. I connect with them too.. lol How are you feeling these Days? Happy Easter Michelle.. eat lots of chocolate eggs.. comfort food. Cindy

@gratefulcreations

Жыл бұрын

Don’t forget…tomorrow is chocolate clearance day!!

I'm so happy to see you back Cindy!!!!! ... I have missed you I love your inspiration ❤

@acrylicpouringwithcindyvan9173

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Mary for still being here with me. A little break to regoup my thoughts was much needed. Wishing you a Happy Easter. Cindy

so pretty, love this. I also started with Dollar Tree paint. I have a question about the tile, do you sell these for hanging and if so how to make them for hanging

Hi Cindy. Thank you so much for sharing your work with us. Your creations are beautiful!! ❤❤ I wanted to ask about the Valspar you mentioned. Which one do I get? There are different paints as well as choices of flat, gloss, satin, etc. in the Valspar line. I did catch that it needs to be Base C but there are other options available for the Base C. Is there a number or something on the can that would tell exactly which one? Or maybe you could show a pic of the can that shows all the info. I’m anxious to try your recipe because I have never been able to make the bloom work. I know what you mean about wasting tons of paint and stuff, and I finally gave up before I went broke. Anyway, if you could let me know about that Valspar, I would greatly appreciate it!! I can hardly wait to see if I can finally produce a bloom.

@acrylicpouringwithcindyvan9173

Жыл бұрын

Hi, I get it.. the recipes are overwhelming and trying to figure out what will work for you is a whole other story. I am using Valspar Season Flex exterior paint & primer. Semi gloss sheen. Base 4.. product number is 4974932.. I am not 100% convinced that this will be my final choice for pm... it changes frequently as I am always looking for the next best thing. For me this replaces Valspar season Plus.. which I think wasn't better but I can no longer get. Its always a struggle... environmental factors contribute to our success or failures and manufacturers continuously discontinued make a new and improved product... lol. This base a bit more opaque than I like but it works.. if your paints look slightly faded just add a little more paint. It dries quite clear. I am mixing these days 50/50 with Artist loft pouring medium... only because i had some. Hope that helps and doesn't just add more confusion.. blooms are tricky.... and consistency is key. What are you using now for Pm? Cindy

One question for you: how do you hold the canvas in place when you spin? When I tried my canvas flew out and almost ended on the floor.....I managed to fix it but I will not try it again until I find out how to....many thanks and happy pouring 🙏💖

@acrylicpouringwithcindyvan9173

Жыл бұрын

Lol... I get it. I have had several fly off, hit the wall and make a dreadful mess. I seldom paint on canvas but if I do I adhere my canvas with 4 good size blobs plasticine.. I feel like most people just use a bit of paint to create a suction.. that's what I use for tiles.. Cindy

Other than coasters, how do you sell your tiles? Are they framed or how would they be displayed?

@MysparkLeDChaos3

Жыл бұрын

I am wondering the same thing - I use different size tiles.

@acrylicpouringwithcindyvan9173

Жыл бұрын

Hi Becky, I don't do the small 4 x 4 coasters anymore. My best sellers are the 4 x 16 size. As far as finishing goes I resin the tops only (I hate messy, bumpy edges). I paint or sometimes copper foil my edges giving them a nice clean line. Once those steps are completed I attach a d ring style hanger to the top with a little dab of E600 or Sikaflex. From there I cover the backs with felt so they too are nice and clean.. that's it wall ready. I sell quite a few through a local restaurant, I wont get rich or retire early but my sales all help to pay for products. Havivg said all if that when I did paint coadter size I sold them as singles.. little mini pieces. They sell really well at markets and Christmas craft fairs for $10/ each or 5 /$40. Hope that helps. Cindy

@beckythomas3453

Жыл бұрын

@@acrylicpouringwithcindyvan9173 Thank you so much for your response. I’m always looking for new ideas. 😊

Is this wall and ceiling emulsion paint what is valspar not hard in uk

@acrylicpouringwithcindyvan9173

Жыл бұрын

Hi Linda, I'm not 100% sure of what you are asking but I think you are asking if the Valspar is interior wall paint? Yes is the answer. I generally use Base c as pouring medium mixed either Floetrol or Artist loft pre-made pm. Hope that answered your question. Cindy

I can see a Scorpios tail

@acrylicpouringwithcindyvan9173

Жыл бұрын

Me too... don't know how I feel about that when you put a visual on it... lol Cindy

That is like a bird-reptilian creature, and I'm sitting here holding my breath that you don't take away parts that ruin my vision.

@acrylicpouringwithcindyvan9173

Жыл бұрын

Lol.. did I save the bit you liked? I did a really cool piece several months back... looked exactly like a crocodile back.. Cindy