5 Acrylic Painting Techniques

Acrylic Demo: Blend, Layer, Trees, Clouds, Suggestive Detail, & MORE
Beginner to Intermediate Level Tutorial and Techniques
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[@syznkrm]

Agreed! I didn’t expect to learn so many techniques from this one video. She explained it in such a simple way.

[@hollyh.6695]

This is crazy good timing. I was trying to find tips and techniques for acrylic. I always do watercolor and I just don't understand how to paint with acrylic for some reason. So thank you again!

[@saturdaymorning1151]

Holly Carlile Omg same! I always work with watercolors and when I pick up acrylics I just get confused.

[@emilydeaton1169]

Same! I’ve tried acrylics a few times but they always dry so quickly, leaving me feeling rushed, and I’m still figuring out how to blend them. Obviously acrylic is a beautiful medium, though, and worth trying!

[@magna8738]

this is me also! i ran out of watercolour paints and only had heavy body acrylics i love how they blend but was just lost.

[@taylorraearihia5694]

Haha same here! I asked for acrylics for my birthday and then had absolutely no idea how to use them because they are so different to watercolour. I've just kept going at them though and I absolutely love using them. I'm so excited by Robins new video 😍

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Holly Carlile same here

[@Zivlix]

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Sadly true.

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- Get soul back. Found Jesus Christ. - Realize you were betrayed. - Find laws broken. - Beat up Howard and Kevin. They are too freaking picky. - You are awesome, good teacher. - I use a separate sketch paper first, then paint.

[@ivisteli7968]

Same😣😁

[@birgithe4161]

What if you made a Bob Ross paint-along type video?

[@emilijaslepetyte2770]

It would be funny thing to watch

[@k.r4748]

hoodie painting along to a bob ross video

[@birgithe4161]

I meant more like we would be able to paint with robin, but that would be fun too

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Just follow bob ross XD

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She is actually better than Bob Ross.

[@Mad-ik4fq]

I was looking for an art video to watch at 3 am before bed, perfect time to upload!

[@Mad-ik4fq]

Looking at this comment again, I feel like it sounds sarcastic but I wasn’t being sarcastic in the slightest, I was legitimately scouring KZbin for the perfect art video and couldn’t find something that was engaging but relaxing at the same time aha. Loved this video robin, and the new upload schedule sounds great!

[@Mad-ik4fq]

Okay, I should probably head to bed now.

[@ranthetrashcan]

Shrek gud night my frend

[@nataliamarie5894]

You described exactly what I’m doing except it’s 5am, oops

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Feeling my inner picasso at 2am for me 👩‍🎨

[@kubraozyrt]

It's always happy time when my favourite art youtuber uploads a video. Your videos got so much quality over the time but this time you took a huge leap. I liked your new idea of weekly subjects. It's as if I'm waiting for my favourite show on tv. I also loved how you explain us everything throughout the video. Job well done.

[@Robin-wu8nz]

Kübra Özyurt couldn’t agree more!

[@dez967]

Very much agreed.

[@davidrowcliffe58]

At last someone who's answered my questions about actually working with acrylics rather than just showing off their skills - thank you!

[@aalder0]

honestly loved this. it's so nice seeing someone approach an art tutorial with such a relaxed and embracing tone. none of the 'you must follow this rule and don't paint this colour over this!' talk just genuinely so calming and encouraging, a massive 'just try it out for yourself but this is what works for me' vibe. i've loved all your videos so far but if there's more like this as part of your plans for the future? then i'm excited

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when video actually starts : 2:21

[@bellawest9105]

Tysm

[@alexandra-rm1qd]

THANK YOU

[@DGP406]

Thank you, I don't get what's with women artists and their endlessly talking, why not just get to the fucking point? every damn video is like this

[@Andrea-ws7ux]

@@DGP406 damn why don’t you chill and stop bitching about it

[@icandyfortheblind]

@@DGP406 men artist do it too? It’s entertainment

[@matthill367]

I had no idea you would put colors like pink or yellow into a blue sky or white cloud!

[@belindahugheslifestyle]

"Clouds are not just white." Needed that reminder. Thanks, Robin!

[@navyboymommygramma]

The first time my granddaughter saw me wet my paint brush before using acrylic paint she exclaimed "Gramma, those aren't watercolors" 😊 I always start with a damp brush, maybe I shouldn't try oils after all haha🤗

[@leonablanton9722]

you are the reason why i still get inspired you don't know how much it means it helps me to not focus on my cancer or health issues.

[@happypaint3416]

I learn painting from You Tube Bob Ross Kevin Hill Michael james smith And especially You First i used ordinary Windsor and Newton And now i use Acrylic... With same technique as painting with oil (wet on wet) and it's cheaper since my magic white is water and sometimes super white wall paint. You're great Everytime i watch this channel... I learn something new. Thank You Best regards from Indonesia

[@renwai9160]

Ahh, your paintings are always really great! Before I found your channel, I hated having to draw any scenery at all, being someone who mostly studied how to draw humans. After watching your videos, I realise that having a scenery would add depth to my drawings. Thank you for inspiring me to go past my comfort zone and strive for much needed improvement!

[@Xxmeca421xX]

Theres a top video with 1.6 million views who didnt even know what type of canvas she was using, i couldnt stand listening to her then clicked this... thank you. This is straight to the point from someone who has passion.

[@rhondaraines4550]

Thank you Robin. Love the direction you are taking. I’m 63 and just getting started at doing what I have always wanted to do.Art. I look forward to learning from you.Have a beautiful week with your family.

[@wannabepronstar9186]

I would follow you twice if I could! You're the best artist to follow! Your art is amazing and your tutorial and tips are so informative and concise. Thank you!!!!!!!

[@thebanditking8502]

Those weekly video topics are SUCH a good idea! love you!

[@kathleenwildey2757]

I love the additional color you added to the clouds, I thought it made them much more realistic because it added a ton of depth. Thanks for the demonstration!

[@chelseacreatesart]

I really love hearing how you work in your process. What you are thinking about as well as talking about your technique. Thank you for sharing a thoughtful video.

[@daniahsawadjaan5982]

I have no words. You are a really great artist. Thanks for the techniques!

[@susanhunter8126]

I watched this more than once. Well worth it! Thanks

[@ChristianAgbayani]

The week by week format sounds AMAZING! I can't wait!

[@heathersouter2630]

Girl, you rolling down that hill had me gAgGiNg.

[@oliviaribeiro5910]

It's nice to see some tips and tricks because you don't do them a lot and I'm really happy that you made one because it's sooo much helpfull !!!

[@jessg789]

So helpful to see you work on your palette!

[@aliciahinkley4752]

I'm really excited about this line up! Can't wait to see your future work!

[@chompachangas]

Wonderful, thank you for taking the time to make this.

[@MajorasMistress]

You have honestly been my Bob Ross. I started painting for the first time last year when I was very very sick, using it as an escape really. Unfortunately I was so so bad at it lmao Your videos have been so helpful, and honestly uplifting even. I love all of your work from your realistic landscapes to your stranger lil critters. I think it'd be really cool to see you do more work with different mediums, especially watercolor 💕

[@chibikensan]

I remeber I came for tips, stayed for hoodie, and now I am loving you and your passion. Honestly, is not just a painting tutorial channel, is a beautiful human sharing her passion with thousand more people. I just cant get enough of your content and the stories you share

[@last4915]

IM SO EXCITED. This sounds like a great line up of ideas.

[@hope4autism475]

Hi Robin, love your humor, thank you for the tutorial. I am an artist but have never worked with this medium. I can hardly wait to apply the techniques you shared, very insightful.

[@Mango-pp4dd]

Stunning!

[@orangemimmie8429]

Love your channel!!! Great tips!! So much fun!!

[@salmaibrahim6938]

This tutorial was PURE GOLD. And those weekly video ideas are SO GOOD. Love you❤️🙌

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Robin I'm loving all of your new artwork and videos! I'm loving the direction your taking with your art career!

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Soooo beautiful! Definitely helpful

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I love how long you have come, you have worked really hard and we see that!

[@KarsynMacenna]

As long as you're content and happy, anything you want to add is accepted. I love the ideas you've implemented, and this was a very helpful video. Thank you!

[@natgosau10]

Yes! I've been missing these types of videos here. And I like your plan for the channel. I think it's a good direction.

[@j.h170]

Your videos have been the most helpful so far, thankyou so much.

[@DawnFields61]

just beautiful!!

[@monicaborer780]

Awesome video! Your plans for the week are great!

[@RuRaynor]

Podcast style is great- I love to listen to your advice while doing something with my hands, be it embroidery or tidying up! Your videos are very inspirational. I would like practical tips on overcoming fear of starting, and how to know when to come back to a piece and what more it needs. Hope this makes sense. Thanks for all your videos xxxx

[@lalabee3308]

Wow...just wow!

[@rafaelaverdan4778]

Loved the idea!

[@clairescribner4102]

Love this! Love learning techniques with acrylic!

[@bennettschwartz3187]

I really appreciate you showing all your sped up work!!!!! It was so helpful! You teach so well and are so super talented!!! Thanks for this!

[@LindsayLuLu16]

Love this kind of video!

[@ctosiecki]

Thanks for a video like this and I'm looking forward to more. I haven't been painting long, and one of the things I've had to overcome is concept that painting shouldn't take very long.I had it in my head that a "normal" painting shouldn't take more than an hour. It was really helpful at the beginning of your video when you said that this took almost three hours. It puts into context the time it really takes. The rest of the video was also very informative. I enjoyed being in the mind of a painter as they worked through a piece, especially when you went back and worked on the sky more at the end. A lot of times, I will "finish" one part or a painting and then later think, "too bad that part is done, I'd really like to change it." I'm really learning a lot from your videos. Thank you!

[@irissophia1994]

Great plans for the future and great video Robin!!

[@jasminejohnson568]

Wow this was amazing!! So helpful

[@HeartlesSceneQueen93]

Love this!

[@manfarr1974]

I love your plan, and I am so excited for your tips and techniques!

[@AKsArtDesignLife]

I never been to your channel before but i really like the workflow you’re establishing and this video was helpful!

[@EllaBrereton]

I love that new plan! Just wanted to say a big thank you for helping me improve my art skills and experiment more! 😊

[@felixhenson9926]

Everytime I see you paint I am utterly blown away by how talented you are

[@haleyspence]

Week 3 you should do a vlog or something! Just the random behind the scenes life of an artist/slice of life sort of things that you can really limit your effort on

[@kadenmorris3108]

I love this idea! Whatever you think is going to keep your organized and help you grow!

[@PitchBlackDemon]

Beautiful. That painting is amazing. Funny and informative video too.

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Awesome, you are so bubbly and artistic!

[@KarliAlaineViggers]

Beautifully done

[@jordanmattingly1671]

I just found this channel and honestly I'm glad I did. Love the energy you give

[@RobinSealark]

Thank you so much!

[@subculturebutterfly]

excellent video, you're a wonderful teacher!! one request/suggestion: could you put in a little clock in the corner that shows the real elapsed time? my biggest problem while learning acrylic has been paint drying so fast, so i'd love to get a better idea of the real pace you're going at. if possible!!

[@stellagorga1846]

subculturebutterfly that's ridiculous...you can't learn that way...you need to get familiar with the paint...each brand is different...the atmosphere in which your working is different as far as drying Times..next people will ask how many drops of water or medium she dabbled her brush in...omg!!

[@karenpaxton]

🤗 fabulous teaching, back to re-watch x

[@rebel9141]

i come to your channel for your amazing personality, hoodie videos are my favorite

[@emilyvanscoy5308]

You've inspired me so much! Keep it up!

[@AureliaVel]

Just wanted to let you know I appreciate you taking the time to do this. I've been painting acrylic (seriously) since 2016. I worked for one of those wine & paint companies for a year, then decided to go another way. I got into digital art, but something about acrylic landscapes keeps me doing those. After you've worked at one of those places you get the appreciation of being able to do a painting in 2 hours or less. The problem I found was that as an artist I wanted to IMPROVE from that method of fast pace and work on more quality paintings. It's hard being what I'd consider Intermediate and wanting to move into advanced. I can never really find anyone who wants to show the alternate techniques or how different they can be when working with acrylic. For example I do have a hard time blending on a piece that's already dried, but I also work on hard board canvas so it doesn't usually work adding water because it likes to sit in all the little spaces and it drives me up the wall. The last part of this is also that nobody really taught me how to color blend to the exact color I had before. So that was a whole new level of irritation I could have done without. Your color mixing is a whole new level for me which is awesome. Just, THANK YOU. Thank you so much for letting us see more and wanting to share your knowledge with us. It does make a difference.

[@prernatripathy8406]

I love love love this painting so much. The little strip of orange elevates it to a higher level. I tried recreating it but it was so difficult omg

[@rettan4973]

You're a very good teacher! Love your antics too!

[@Christine-qm1eu]

I absolutely adored this video - it was very clear and concise without being too simple! I really appreciated the tutorial and I'm super looking forward to everything else you do on this channel. Thanks!

[@staceyluddeke6726]

Very lovely work!

[@KatVonEMBRYOYO]

That is one beautiful painting.

[@glambchop15]

This is friggin awesome

[@chipzg832]

GOD YOURE SO GOOD AT PAINTING!

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Woww !!! it's terribly awesome 😍

[@celiablanchard9060]

This is absolutely beautiful! I haven't painted clouds in a hot minute, but they've always been one of my favorite things to paint

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I'm so glad you're figuring out and improving you're channel!! Looking forward to new content, I love your art discussions, and crazy challenges!!! 😆❤🎨

[@natural_obscurity]

What a beautiful piece! 🖤

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I love your work so much💓

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Your videos are so well made!

[@QuantumKitty]

Amazing video you are a natural born teacher.

[@toughharley1903]

Thank you for making this video it has opened my eyes

[@velutluna6026]

This is exactly what I wanted!

[@ghostinameatsuit4654]

I feel like you're my Bob Ross 😂 I love when you upload, and the weekly topics are brilliant! All the components of why I love watching, thank you for being so dedicated 💝

[@rogerwilliams4742]

Great lesson! Gracias!

[@vvibestudio]

Love your ideas ☺

[@michelleg.8190]

Thanks so much for this video ! I have learned so much and appreciate all your techniques !!!!!!!

[@Creativjess]

Just in the nick of time! 🙌❤️ thank youuuuu! ❤️

[@jrutter79]

Love this. Thanks.

[@aylakanber8914]

I'm just starting to paint and this is the first video I found and I think you are going to be really helpful!!!

[@xxTrumpetBoyxx]

Thank you I love your landscapes so much!

[@timm6112]

Wow beautiful vivid painting. I would love an entire wall mural just like that.

[@sunceraysalazar1120]

I loved this completely thank you

[@reneearriaga7485]

Ur video was so sweet, fun, & informative! What a wonderful artist u r!!! I ❤️d it!

[@sarahf_is_art]

This is my favorite painting of yours good job Robin!!

[@MrRox244]

This gives me such a better understanding, thank you for making these!

[@margierosado585]

I am soooo hoked on your channel! So relaxing to watch and listen to your instruction. Thank you!

[@GymGirl88]

I'm very on board for this weekly idea!! I love all your videos. So inspiring tbh