Learn to Paint with Acrylics | All You Need to Know to Get Started
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Learn how to get started painting with acrylics. In this video, I teach you all you need to know to get started painting and what I have learned over the years using acrylics. Get ready to take the leap from beginner painter to intermediate, this will be fun!
The first things you will need is supplies to be able to paint. You don’t need to spend a lot of money to get supplies. I still don’t spend a lot but would rather put my money where quality counts.
Here is the list of supplies I recommend and use for my paintings (Amazon affiliate links below)
1. Paint Brushes - amzn.to/2Tf6yv9 and wash brushes amzn.to/2V67P8r
2. Acrylic Paints - amzn.to/2Efqaua The paint colors I use include: Heavy Body - cadmium yellow Medium Hue, cadmium red light Hue, quinacridone magenta, ivory black, Emerald Green, Phthalocyanine Green (blue shade), phthalocyanine blue (Green shade), brilliant blue, Bronze yellow, dioxazine purple and two tubes of titanium white. I also use bronze, gold and silver metallic paint, same brand.
3. Canvas Panels 8x10" - amzn.to/2V1RGR7 Large Canvas - Dickblick Premier Canvases (not affiliated)
4. My PALETTE (Colors don't dry out!) - amzn.to/2sOVd9p
5. Water
6. Paper Towels
Optional supplies include-
Easel - amzn.to/2Ij4t03
Apron - amzn.to/2NbxIRa
Palette Knives - amzn.to/2TSh5g9
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After this video, I recommend learning how to mix colors, watch that video here: • How To Mix Paint Color...
Thank you for watching! Please share this video if you enjoyed it and let me know in the comments any questions you have.
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This is precisely the kind of beginner video I was looking for. Perfect. Thank you.
@Createfulart
4 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@notsogirlygamer2182
2 жыл бұрын
Hows it going so far?
@mykiisubtle
2 жыл бұрын
@@notsogirlygamer2182 It's complicated lol Peak quarantine, my friends gf was staying with us and she convinced me to attempt painting again (I draw). Found out I really like it and did it a lot. Then massive breakup lol and awkward situations later...basically I haven't been practicing like I should since 😔
IM 87,,BEEN PAINTING FOR A FEW YEARS BUT NEVER TO LATE TO LEARN NEW TIPS,,,I PAINT FOR ENJOYMENT ONLY AND STAYING ALIVE AND HAPPY,,,SO ENJOY YOUR PAINTINGS,,,,
@Createfulart
Жыл бұрын
I'm glad you're enjoying my lessons and tutorials. There are more at createfulart.com
@SYWYRD
Жыл бұрын
Yayyy I love it keep painting!!!
I must appreciate the fact that your videos make art so much less intimidating for a newbie , and your voice over is definitely soothing ..... ! Great Job !
@Createfulart
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed this video :)
@dhirajshetty483
4 жыл бұрын
Createful Art if it’s not too much to ask , would you be able to make a video on how to use the different mediums like Heavy Gel etc
@dhirajshetty483
4 жыл бұрын
Createful Art and let me add that I definitely appreciate you for taking the time out to reply 😊
@Createfulart
4 жыл бұрын
Sorry I missed this comment - I give art lessons on how to use different mediums right here: www.patreon.com/createfulart
@Createfulart
4 жыл бұрын
Sometimes I don't see the comments under the initial comment on KZread. Sorry about that.
Your voice is calm and light☺️. I also like that you went to different locations to show different colors in different lighting.
@Createfulart
4 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you enjoyed it!
Man this was a wonderful intro to getting started in Acrylics.
@Createfulart
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you Lisa :)
Not only do you have a gift of painting, but you have a gift of teaching! I’m just beginning to paint and your video is very helpful.
@Createfulart
3 жыл бұрын
I'm so glad you are enjoying my lessons! You can find more at Createfulart.com and weekly art lessons at Patreon.com/createfulart
@michellejones1202
3 жыл бұрын
@@Createfulart thank you so much! I will check it out.
Beautiful.. exactly the tutorial I needed. I have a A-Z approach in learning anything so I must start from scratch and learn all the abc’s before getting deeper, in my head it feels proper and that is why none of the other tutorials were helping me. Thank you so much. This is a 5 star tutorial.
@Createfulart
2 жыл бұрын
I'm so glad it helped with your style of learning! 🙌
Finally someone that get to the point and tells us beginners what we actually need to know. Thanks mam
@Createfulart
2 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you enjoyed. I have more lessons at createfulart.com
@Driftuner
2 жыл бұрын
@@Createfulart thanks
I have been searching for a high quality beginner video and have found it with yours. Thanks very much! "El Loco"
@Createfulart
2 жыл бұрын
I'm glad this video helped you. There are more lessons at createfulart.com
I have never painted before, and I'm trying to do a painting for my wife for Christmas! Thanks for putting this up!
@Createfulart
Жыл бұрын
That's awesome! If you don't already have something in mind for her, I have tons of Christmas tutorials and new ones coming first week in November. I'll keep you updated as a subscriber at Createfulart.com Have fun painting!
I'm only 11 but my I want to pursue art as other than piano the only thing I'm good at I've tried oil painting before but I prefer acrylic paints since I like how cheap and smooth they are this is not only a good way to figure out how to use paint but it's also easily explained I don't normally say things like this but continue what you're doing on this channel bless you
@Createfulart
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your nice comment. I'm glad you are enjoying acrylics. I hope you come paint with me in my tutorials. Take care! :)
As a Beginner, I have watched countless videos but this is the best starter video I have seen so far. Thank you!
@Createfulart
Жыл бұрын
I'm glad this video helped you!
@mattslupek7988
11 ай бұрын
Me too! 🎨 🖼️ 👩🎨
Thank god finally found a proper beginner guide
@Createfulart
Жыл бұрын
You can learn more at createfulart.com
Just started painting and to my surprise have created something that is showing a hidden talent. Now that ive discovered this..im ready to learn and master the basics to see what amazing creations will become from my creative side. This video was the best beginner starter kit type lesson ive been seeking. Thank you for being a part of my new journey.
@Createfulart
Жыл бұрын
I'm so glad to be a part of your artist journey. You'll find all the lessons you need organized for you at createfulart.com Have fun painting my new artsy friend!
Ashley i have painted in all mediums,but you or so good at explaining an taking your time.iam 77 an Iam still painting .❤
@Createfulart
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for your kind words. I'm so glad you're still painting and enjoying its benefits.
I've never painted or even sketched.....it's not a natural for me but I so want to learn! I will be checking our your vids. This was most helpful for a start. Thanks.
@Createfulart
3 жыл бұрын
I'm glad this vid helped!
This is really a good video Every video should start like this in any subject . You are wonderful
@Createfulart
2 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you enjoyed it!
Just got a starter package for Christmas. Need to learn EVERYTHING. Excited to find your tutorial videos
@Createfulart
2 жыл бұрын
Yay! A great way to learn everything is to start with my 5 free art lessons and go from there. You can sign up for them at createfulart.com
So for Christmas I got a painting set … I can’t wait to learn acrylics! I can practice and get better. Hopefully one day I’ll move on to oil painting because I would love recreate a Bob Ross Landscape.
@Createfulart
2 жыл бұрын
Acrylics are a great place to start. I love oil painting as well and Bob Ross is great!
Thanks for taking the time for show us step by step how to use acrylics! I’m in the very beginning stages of learning to paint and it’s so helpful to learn your tips and tricks
@Createfulart
4 жыл бұрын
So glad you found this art lesson helpful. :)
I’m learning how to paint this year, and your videos are so helpful. You’re a natural teacher, and a natural beauty! ❤️❤️
@Createfulart
3 жыл бұрын
I'm so glad you're learning to paint and found my channel! Thank you.
I have to tell you how wonderful it is to see someone else who paints with heavy body paint. I started with them in order to never get used to painting with colored water 💧 what a waste of money. Thanks so much for your advice and videos ❣️
I'm new to painting period, I've only started by painting 5 inch wooden easels that I can buy at Walmart; I had bought pretty decent paintbrushes (so I thought) at Walmart, then I saw this video and ordered the paintbrushes you recommend (the 15 pack) and they are SO MUCH NICER! Right now I'm only using the Apple Barrel Acrylic Paints and the easels have turned out pretty nice!
@Createfulart
20 күн бұрын
Oh yes, good brushes make a world of difference in your art. Happy painting!
@KathrynHawkBond
19 күн бұрын
@@Createfulart yeah I'm learning that as a new painter; I'm glad I didn't pick up the kids' paintbrushes just because they were the cheapest! I spent a little more for the set at Walmart, but I'm definitely happy with the ones you recommended in your video! Happy painting to you as well!
Thank you for explaining the very basics, without making me feel like an idiot. I'm excited to pick up my supplies and start my new adventure!
ty for offering these lessons for us who have the desire to learn but not affordability. i prematurely started out without any idea about brushes or mixing etc. i appreciate your efforts. I've only watched 2 videos and am trying to be patient and learn techniques. I'll rewatch and try implementing techniques on paper prior braving canvas. After watching your choice of canvas, I realized my Dollar General canvas may be good for practice but almost feel vinal like.
@Createfulart
2 жыл бұрын
You're welcome. You can also paint on watercolor paper if you add gesso to it. It isn't perfect but it is great for practice and affordability.
Thank you so much, I have never seen anyone explained the brushes clearly, this is the video I expected, and now I know all about painting brushes. Now I'm going to start my first acrylic painting for the first time in my whole life.
@Createfulart
3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful! Have fun painting :)
this is honestly so useful, its so hard to find useful acrylic paint videos.. thank you
@Createfulart
3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@veea655
3 жыл бұрын
Same. I love this.
This is so helpful and spot on. Tysvm for taking the time to explain for us beginners that have never taken a class and was kind of guessing what brushes did what. Boy was I wrong. Lol 😁. Thanks again. Subscribed to you.
Love the way you teach. These lessons are amazing. Thanks for spending your time making these awesome videos. Love that you actually go where you want to paint, so you can get a real life perspective. Im a newbie with acrylics and your lessons are so helpful. Thanks Ashley :)
@Createfulart
4 жыл бұрын
This comment means a lot. Thank you and glad you're enjoying my videos. :)
Thank you so much for your thorough explanation. As a beginner, i immediately get overwhelmed by the number of choices we have to select from. But your explanation helped me make my decision.
@Createfulart
3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
Thanks for nice slow style of giving me the information. I am older and just starting out so this video help to understand and retain more of the info.
@Createfulart
4 жыл бұрын
I'm glad this video helps! Have fun painting.
I want to start drawing/painting again. Never have with acrylics, only water colors. But I want to start. Sadly, I think I forgot everything I used to know of what I learned in school about drawing and painting. If you told me to draw some of the very simplest things, I feel like I wouldn’t even know anymore which brushes and which techniques to use for painting (which angles etc. for drawing). But maybe soon I can get started again
@Createfulart
2 жыл бұрын
You can get the knowledge back and learn how to make any art you want. You can start with my 5 free lessons at createfulart.com
Your intro was truly an eye opener....hoping to enjoy the learning. Thanks.
Gosh I wish I would have seen this when I first started! Thank you!
@Createfulart
Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you for this introduction. You are such a wonderful person ❤️ Cannot wait to start painting with you! *waiting for my delivery* 🤗
@Createfulart
4 жыл бұрын
I'm so happy you found my lessons. Have fun painting :)
Oh wow! I’ve been through dozens of KZread videos and this is BY FAR the MOST useful beginner’s basics one! Thank you!
This is a wonderful video for beginners like me. I have been finding someone who will be able to introduce me to the very basics of painting using acrylics and this is very helpful.
@Createfulart
3 жыл бұрын
Glad you found me. Check out my beginners playlist and 5 free art lessons at createfulart.com
Painting the view from North Beach.... NICE!
This was an excellent video for the beginner. After naming the brushes you showed examples of how and when to use them, and that was very beneficial. Your delivery is concise and clear, and I'll definitely watch more of your videos as I progress.Thank you!
@Createfulart
6 ай бұрын
I'm so glad you enjoyed this lesson! Can't wait to teach you more.
I ordered the palette! Thank you!
Thanks For all of this. Your tutorials are excellent. You are inspirational. I’m finally returning to Art after a long hiatus-it’s been wonderful and much easier because of you. Thanks again.
@Createfulart
Жыл бұрын
I'm so glad you're enjoying my lessons and tutorials.
Thanks!
Thank you for explaining the brushes so well. I really didn’t know how to use them till now
Ohmygosh! I finally found you! I learned so much on my first video. Start to finish and explanations. You are very generous with so many little tricks. Thank you! Kathy Perry, Charleston SC
@Createfulart
2 жыл бұрын
Hi Kathy! I'm so glad you're enjoying my lessons.
Thank you for teaching us all!
@Createfulart
3 жыл бұрын
You're very welcome!
You deliver the information I am looking for in a way that works well for me. I’ve fast forwarded through tonnes of videos but there’s something really engaging about your delivery. Your paintings are also beautiful
@Createfulart
5 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful! Thank you 😊
Thank you so much, I am learning how to paint and this is really helpful. Your paintings are beautiful, thank you for helping :D
@Createfulart
3 жыл бұрын
Happy to help 😊
Thank you for taking the time to help us newbies learn a few of the basics!
@Createfulart
Жыл бұрын
I'm glad this video helped!
This is a fantastic entry video Ashley! I love that you travel while you paint, I want to do the same thing with my family, only I would be painting miniatures :p
@Createfulart
2 жыл бұрын
That's great! I hope you go for it!
I love that you go into detail about the tools/supplies you use. Thank you for this video training. I'm looking forward to many more.
@Createfulart
9 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
This is fantastic! Showing a picture of what you are painting, while you're painting it is so helpful! Thanks!
@Createfulart
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the feedback. Glad you enjoyed. 😊
Just ordered some supplies for starting acrylic painting. I have been doing watercolor for about six months and I felt like changing the medium! Thank you because it will really help to start the acrylic journey!!!
I’m so sad, I had to redo a painting an re prime it one hundred times because I went into it blind thank you so much because this really helped.☺️
@Createfulart
3 жыл бұрын
I'm glad this video helped you.
Thanks for a great introduction to acrylics. Your painting is beautiful.
@Createfulart
4 жыл бұрын
My pleasure 😊
I love the positive vibe in this video. Loved the details about the brushes.
@Createfulart
4 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you enjoyed this video :)
This video was super helpful and very comprehensive, thank youuu
@Createfulart
3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
I appreciate you for taking the time to share this. I have been struggling with understanding acrylics.
@Createfulart
Жыл бұрын
You can learn more about acrylics at createfulart.com
Bravo Ashley - great introduction for us learning. You show you love to paint, and teach - Bravo to you, and thank you for helping others. And I also like how you are not rushing through everything.
@Createfulart
5 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you liked this video! I hope it does help a lot of people enjoy painting. Thanks for watching and for your feedback.
Me and my daughter have a lot to learn. Thanks for this tutorial.
Thanks!! Thank you for making better this comunity🌻
@Createfulart
3 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you're a part of this community of art lovers. 😊
I'm so grateful for your lovely tutorial.😊. Thanks.
@Createfulart
Жыл бұрын
You're very welcome! 😊
Thank you so much for your well thought out lesson. I have been using gouache and watercolor. I wanted to try acrylics because of your beautiful seascapes. I live by the ocean and can't wait to start.
@Createfulart
3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful! I love all three of those mediums. Can't wait to teach you more about acrylics. This is a great book to increase your knowledge: www.createfulart.com/store/p213/Acrylic_Painting_Guide_for_Beginners.html or you can get the lessons and weekly new ones here: www.createfulart.com/art-lessons1.html
Thanks Ashley, great help and your a good teacher
@Createfulart
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you. Glad to help.
Thank you so much!! This video helped me to understand my new adventure in learned to paint.
Such useful tips. I love the speed that you teach. It's relaxed and easy to follow. Thank you
@Createfulart
3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
Thanks so much for all the information!!
You are really very inspiring to me. You are very kind and warm person.
@Createfulart
4 жыл бұрын
I'm so glad your here too. :)
I'm a graffiti artist most comfortable with using paint markers, ink markers, and spray paint. I wanna get into acrylic painting because I just recently got arrested. I've watched a few beginner videos but they were all not really helpful but this one definitely was. Thank you
@Createfulart
3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome! Glad you're enjoying my videos.
This helped allot thank you very much do the thumbs up if you think she should do another video
@Createfulart
3 жыл бұрын
I'm glad this video helped you!
The most neat and precise tutorial 😊👍 Thank You
@Createfulart
3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
This is exactly the type of video I'm looking for! I love the way you explain and your voice is so soothing and relaxing.
@Createfulart
2 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you enjoyed this lesson.
WONDERFUL and very detailed video. Thank you so much!
@Createfulart
3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
Very informative, not the least bit boring and you share valuable techniques that are easy to put into practice and important for a satisfying outcome! Thanks, so much!
@Createfulart
2 жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
Thank you for this, simple and straight to the point. Very very helpful.
@Createfulart
3 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you enjoyed the lesson.
This video is so informative and to the point. Thank you!
@Createfulart
3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
Just ordered some paints and brushes so I'm just watching this in advance! I'm excitedddd
@Createfulart
2 жыл бұрын
🙌 Awesome! You're going to havw so much fun!
@impositive17_07
2 жыл бұрын
@@Createfulart thanks a lot
Great information. Thank you
Thanks for passing on the basic info in details for the beginners like me 👍
@Createfulart
Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
Enjoyed the basic Introduction lesson.
TY SOOO MUCH for sharing this video. And, YES, I learned a whole lot. What I find most helpful here is your information on the different brushes and their uses. TY again . 😉
@Createfulart
2 жыл бұрын
I'm so glad you enjoyed the brush part of the lesson.
@curtriceennis2924
2 жыл бұрын
@@Createfulart I did enjoy that part as well as the rest of the lesson. I appreciate your instructions and advice. 👍😻😍
Thanks Thee Limo Guy.....Great video....
The best video I've seen on KZread. Straight to the point and precise. Thank you! 👍💙
@Createfulart
2 жыл бұрын
You're welcome! You can enjoy more lessons at createfulart.com
You are a wonderful teacher thank you so much for sharing your knowledge from a beginner in Adelaide
@Createfulart
10 ай бұрын
You are so welcome!
Love this video, thank you Ashley!
@Createfulart
5 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you enjoyed this video! Miss you Steph!
Thank you so much for your videos. Your instructions are exactly what I've been looking for.
@Createfulart
4 жыл бұрын
Glad to help
Tengo tiempo intentando encontrar un canal como el tuyo!!! Gracias por compartir tu conocimiento!
Thank you so much.... I will get started. You are awesome
@Createfulart
3 жыл бұрын
You're wecome! Have fun painting!
This was such am informative video!! THANK YOU so much!!!
@Createfulart
3 жыл бұрын
You're so welcome!
Thank you!
This is absolutely wonderful. Thank you. I am a beginner and your gentle informed advice is fabulous. I am straight onto Amazon for that palate as it is the drying out that has been putting me off!!
@Createfulart
2 жыл бұрын
Great! The palette makes a huge difference for me so I think you will like how it keeps your paints wet.
Thanks for the info, just got some Acrylic paints for Christmas will be trying them out for the first time...I'm a watercolor and pen and ink guy but always ready to jump into a new adventure.
@Createfulart
3 жыл бұрын
This will be fun! I also love watercolor and inks. You will see me get them out every once in a while. 😊
Many thanks !Been painting with acrylics for ages (self taught)BUT learned some great tips here!(One never stops learning!)
@Createfulart
Жыл бұрын
Wonderful! Keep learning more at createfulart.com
Set up my art studio at home. It’s been a long time and I’m so happy to have this room now. I enjoy your videos they’re very informative. Thank you so much
@Createfulart
3 жыл бұрын
That's so exciting! Have fun painting in your studio. I'm glad you're enjoying my videos. 😊
Thank you for all the great information.
@Createfulart
3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
Great ! Now I’m even more excited to start
@Createfulart
3 жыл бұрын
Yay! 🎉 Have fun painting.
I just started painting and have been learning by trial and error. I learned so much from this video! Thank you!
@Createfulart
Жыл бұрын
Keep it up! You can learn more at createfulart.com
Thanks for sharing this with us
@Createfulart
3 жыл бұрын
My pleasure :)
Brilliant Ashley..I've been thinking of getting that palette today.! Your videos & art is so inspiring..I'm a watercolourist..but now getting back into Acylics .& Joyous. after finding you online! .Bless you .😁💙
@Createfulart
5 жыл бұрын
I love the palette, I think you will too. Glad you found me! Thanks for watching.
Buying a Staywet pallet was the best thing I ever did. So glad I made the investment. Enjoy everything you do. Always learn something new. Thanks for the lessons.
@Createfulart
5 жыл бұрын
You're welcome! I love that palette, what a great help. Have fun painting and thanks for watching!