Chaos is present everywhere we turn these days. I’d prefer not to experience it when I’m creating something new. I choose to simply leave the chaos in the pour. This is ultimately created by two extremely different components; chaos and organization. For me, the organization is required to create the chaos. If you’ve been pouring …
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The acrylic pour swipe, also called swiping can be used for a variety of reasons. Some artists do nothing but swiping as they enjoy the diversity it provides, others may use it to highlight and define a specific area, create a form—or the illusion of a form and of course there is always the cover …
I don’t usually write product reviews or comparisons as I had to author so many when I was working. The typical reviews were always a formal evaluation based on many individual’s input, and at times not my opinions at all. So I decided when I had the chance to develop a written review for a …
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Creating the ‘Monsoon Blossom’ with a twist, takes the strainer technique one step further. Some of the most beautiful paintings have been created by pouring over a strainer, colander or similar item. When mentioned to those outside the pouring community it may seem like we have lost our minds. It’s a beautiful kind of crazy. …
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One cup—one pour, these are the basics we all learned when we started acrylic pouring. Dirty and flip cups and the drag are the simple, quick, almost foolproof ways to create many of our first great works. Eventually, most of us venture out to create something different, something that might set us apart from other …
The Time, Place, and Purpose for the Multi-Pour Read More »
Why don’t I simply go without gloves? First off, it goes back to previously working as a nurse and donning my daily Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), which basically means wearing the appropriate protective gear for the task at hand. Even though the paints, mediums, silicone, etc. are supposedly non-toxic, that doesn’t mean they won’t irritate …
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We’ve all been there…looking at a painting you poured last night and now that it’s dried you’re thinking, Yikes! I’ve seen so many beautiful saves by amazing artists on AcrylicPouring.com, most of the time it’s extremely intimidating to me. I’ll occasionally use the silhouette strategy, but even with that, I can screw up what should …
Don’t Toss Me Yet! 5 Tips for Salvaging a Less Than Perfect Pour Read More »
I love acrylic pouring, but I can only do so many dirty pours, flip and drag, and swipes on canvas. I need variety! At a certain point in any pouring session, I have to start playing. I can’t draw to save my life, but I can get creative and think of new things to pour …
When I moved to Washington State, I couldn’t help but notice that on every beach there were these amazing natural pieces of art in the form of driftwood. They’d been beaten and battered by the crashing waves and tossed about to the point of ruin, but I was mesmerized by their calming forms. Quick Links …
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