Acrylic August 2024: 31-Day Painting Challenge Kickoff & Materials Guide The Art Sherpa

[@geethakota9176]

I am so glad I came across this video before August. I did do 8 paintings from acrylic April last year. A month later my 44 year old daughter was diagnosed with rare lung cancer with absolutely no risk factors. She passed away on April 30 th. Sorry to tell you about my grief, I have been thinking of starting painting again. This seems like a perfect opportunity. Thanks to Art Sherpa. Hope this will help emotionally .🙏🏾

[@julz9904]

I’m sorry for your loss. 🫶🏻

[@NIKKIRHODES1212]

So saddened to hear of your great loss. Sending you love and light.

[@felicagriswold7276]

I started these when my husband was diagnosed with cancer. It was a place I could rest my brain. That first year I only did a few but I’m okay not doing them all. In 2021 I did them all! I very much appreciate the time and effort it takes you and Jon to do these. Your tutorials are clear and easy to understand. Thank you and I’m looking forward to getting started.

[@shannongrusenmeyer8438]

Breast cancer ♋️. I understand

[@margueritemiranda3330]

1❤you both congratulations!!!

[@suev4143]

Thank you for all your hard work to make this challenge happen! You are amazing (don't ever forget that - and that goes for everyone on your team)!❤ A note of encouragement: Even if a 30/31 day challenge takes you 300/310 days, but you finish, you still meet the challenge! Be proud of trying, and no matter how many paintings you complete, be proud of yourself and your accomplishments. Enjoy the challenge, the fun, and learning and growing and developing your skills as an artist. Have fun everyone, and enjoy Acrylic August!

[@melodycrites3145]

Just look at your books! Wow very nice!

[@LindaD2023]

I am so excited you are doing Acrylic August! Even more excited that you are feeling better - it really shows!! Art Hugs

[@vlynnkepley4821]

We love you and want you to take care of yourself. You are a blessing.

[@Tarah-LynnDemerchant]

You two are the bestest! You’re an amazing artist we are all so lucky to have you as a teacher.

[@candysimchik7133]

I’ve been here for a number of year and am excited to hop on the Sherpa Acrylic August this year! Always a good creative chat and tips. Daily painting is extremely helpful as your brain will gain strength just as an athlete strengthens his/her body by daily workouts! Hugs to you and Jon- I enjoy your journey as much as my own. Blessings-Candy

[@TheArtSherpa]

Thank you for your generous support 🎨☕🎨

[@krisalasky6897]

Your looking so much better Cinnamon. Lots of hugs coming your wayxxx

[@MaureenDady]

1:12pm thank you for doing this I am so pumped. Glad you are feeling better

[@TheKatlnelson]

AA 2020 changed my life. Now I look forward to the daily challenge each year with joy and anticipation. My health issues make April an especially challenging time of year to do daily painting, so I am excited that this year will be August. Cheering for us all to have a wonderful time growing and sharing!

[@jjohansen2231]

I can’t wait to get started. This will be my third challenge with you. I did 21,23and now 24. It was in 21 when I first picked up a brush with paint. You and your mom inspired me. Now I paint with other artist on line. I will always come back to do your challenges when I can. Love you. You are truly my inspiration. I hope to meet you someday at one of your work shops. Happy painting 😀😊

[@daniellestevens2068]

Daily painting changed my life.

[@lisamacleod5152]

Yaaaay!!! Having the time lapse short available before the live painting is the best idea ever!!!! 🎉💕

[@crisfield4364]

Oh! Thank you! I forgot about this! I'm living in a disorganized MIL suite and have been feeling oh so blah. I have tons of art supplies but no dedicated space to paint. I watched this yesterday morning and spent the entire day reorangizing and clearing clutter. I made my space and am ready to paint again. Thank you, thank you, thank you. ❤🧡💛💚💙💜♥

[@TheArtSherpa]

I am so glad you are looking forward to this so much. Me too we are gonna have a blast

[@MrMaxine1959]

“You are so beautiful to me “ like the song. Thank you so much for this free art class. ❤

[@elainethompson6180]

I have all 3 books and I am enjoying doing all of them. So happy that you are planning another, can’t wait to purchase it

[@tinahuestis6931]

Hi Cinnamon! I am so happy you are better! I hurt my knee January 1 and was not able to have surgery until May 16. The recovery and mental health of the journey and not being able to walk or do the things I love doing was definitely a mental health struggle. I am a little behind because I forgot we moved this year to August! I am still unable to walk fully without crutches. But definitely healing slowly. This is going to be so helpful. I am just completely thankful for you and John and want to say thank you so much for all you do for us. I am so glad you are healing and welcome back! ❤️❤️❤️

[@tess2hearts124]

Omygosh, you are so right, start painting, the more you do- the better you get..I took a whole year off, however, I’m so ready to get back to it…

[@TheArtSherpa]

you got this!

[@AliceStein-mg2vx]

Thanks for these videos ! 🎉❤

[@SwanCityPaintTime]

I am thrilled and thank you so much! I just found you a few months back and just love, love you and your husband! I painted a few of your lessons and am so thrilled with the results! I cannot thank you enough for you sharing your wonderful painting techniques! Love ya! Thanks a million ❤

[@cherylrobinson-atwood8052]

Glad to hear you feel better. Having dealt with depression and anxiety all my life, I heartily advocate for 'art therapy'. I'm glad to have found this challenge. Be well!

[@barbaraowens2299]

Yeah! Thank you for teaching me and encouraging me. I'm a patron on your website. So many lessons on there!

[@tylavidal1481]

I loved "abstract" Acrylic April last year

[@inapickle806]

Excited to see what's coming! I'm so happy you're feeling good for this marathon!

[@retabates3799]

Hi Cinnamon and John, I am so excited to see what is in store for Acrylic August!!! See you then!!.

[@tapurdie]

I have missed watching you. Just came back to find you at this perfect time! Glad you are back too!!!

[@nicolepopowich8525]

Great theme! This brings me joy!

[@TheArtSherpa]

thank you!

[@barbarahumphreys4887]

Acrylic April AND acrylic August?! I'm so psyched to watch this ❤❤❤❤

[@barbarahumphreys4887]

Oooh I wasn't aware there wasn't one this April. Idk what the health issue was but grateful you're better ❤❤❤ I still painted all April thanks to you forming the habit ❤❤❤❤ can we do both? There's never any fun challenges in August so this is the kick in the butt I need to paint again🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰 you're the best!

[@deborahknight-jones6058]

just joined. I'm so excited about Acrylic August!

[@CHERYLSKELTON]

I am ready to learn new stuff. I have been painting for years and I am 65 and ready to learn

[@TheArtSherpa]

You can do it!

[@meljce]

This is so awesome! Thank you for doing these

[@TheArtSherpa]

Thank You! and you're welcome 💛

[@bachaterra]

I loved the abstract one!

[@luxter4375]

Wow! Thank god you got back properly

[@atrestor]

Thank you so much for this. Glad you’re feeling better❤

[@kathehill8402]

I’m so excited

[@maryellenworley4901]

Can't wait to get started! So excited!

[@hebabassel]

Love love ❤️❤️❤️ and love your beautiful flower tiara !!! Reminds me of you’re amazing old videos! You are a gift to the art community. ❤️❤️ thank you so much Cinnamon and Jon for everything you do! Lots of love allll the way from Egypt ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@michellemeehan9178]

Practice makes perfect 😊

[@kinaratundra6475]

Stoked! ❤ I enjoy your tutorials so much!

[@merrywanderer5619]

It’s so good to see you! Sending love 💕

[@CharmerLMN]

Sooo excited 🎉🎉🎉🎉Yay!

[@kimwebb28]

I enjoy your tutorials very much. Always learn something. I'm a Facebook groupie too. Everyone is so friendly and helpful. I love to paint outside when the weather permits. And I live in Ontario Canada, so that less than half a year. August is hot and humid so this will be 😊 fun.

[@ArtyGal]

Thanks very much appreciated❤

[@kellyfletcher9913]

A5 canvas pad, cut square then tape down, you get a lovely white edge and if there are any you love they are easy to frame, I store them in a display book with plastic pockets

[@normaharkless4716]

So excited to try this!

[@jenniferjsaracino]

Ordered the supplies hope they get here in time!!

[@patsydearing8481]

Hi I’m kind of new to you! Excited.

[@luxter4375]

Iam excited !

[@sweethaven5]

2:19 “Total Eclipse of the Art”😂love it❤❤!! One of the many songs I had a RECORD (ya know vinyl😅) of😂😅😂 On a personal note, thank you for sharing your experience and struggles. My son went through something similar. Even though I watched your video, I didn’t realize how much he was “struggling” like you. Looking back, as his Mom, I should have shared your video. It might have opened up a conversation. He is on the road to recovery. Again thank you and John for all that you do ❤

[@MHarenArt]

Not sure I can paint along this time, but I will definitely watch all of them! And maybe, just maybe, I'll be inspired to pick up the brushes again! (I've been drawing Zentangle for a while now). So happy to see you back in the saddle!!!!!

[@larisabanek6148]

First of all a big hug for You dear Sherpa. ❤ The question is - do we need to gesso the canvas first? And leave it to dry? Thank you, i'm lookin forward to paint with all of you. Kisses from Croatia! ❤

[@patrciat5610]

Would like to just see the teaching and painting w/o the questions and answers :)

[@luxter4375]

I must get my art journal book too !

[@louisapdjones]

I love your crown 😊❤

[@glenysmacisaac2489]

I just received my 30 8x8 canvases in the mail! I already have a 12x12. I can hardly wait!

[@deborahrossi3818]

I use Dorland wax to seal my watercolor paintings. It works great!

[@veystone2580]

🎶 Total eclipse of the art 🎶 😅 Good one! 😅

[@cindywomack676]

I've been following along on the FB page. I am waiting until October to do the entire challenge because I'm traveling off and on until then. I did have to cheat and do the elephant because it's just so stinkin' cute! But what I really came here to say is that you look great, Cinnamon! AND I'm super psyched that we have officially been given the word that donuts are ok for getting through Acrylic August! What else could we ask for?!

[@TheArtSherpa]

im so glad your enjoying!

[@luxter4375]

Icant wait to start Acrylic August 2024 challenge Cinnamon Coonie!

[@lynnbrady2979]

Cinnamon, you look so good and healthy ❤

[@lynnbrady2979]

I’m watching on replay and I am so excited but girl, I am truly so happy to see you feeling better.

[@westiepupmom]

Release the kraken and show the paintings on the calendar!

[@momomarie]

I really enjoying acrylic August Cinnamon. Thank you for doing this. 2 hoots are much more my speed,. Hey what can I use to seal ceramic tiles I want to paint and put outdoors?

[@lesley523]

Hi Cinnamon, thanks for answering my other message to you a few days ago! Need some advice! Trying to put together Paint Alongs for extra income & something easy to do, & it requires some initial investment. Need budget friendly advice for brushes. Thinking maybe two flats, two rounds, and a liner brush for each person. Sets have too many sizes. Will keep canvas to about 11 x 14-ish. Should I get tube paints, or liquid acrylic, or craft paints? Do I need table easels or can we use a rolled towel or tube to prop the little canvases on? Would probably need this for maybe 12 to 15 people. Thanks. Lesley from Boynton Beach, Florida 😊

[@lydiagreenartandhorses]

It’s hard when you go through mental problems, I haven’t had it as bad as you, but I have weeks or months that I will go into the studio and can’t pick up a brush, I will draw the subject, prepare everything, sit down and then I will leave it. I doubt my abilities, yet I know I can do it, even once I painted it I will not like it, but weeks later looking at them I think ‘yes I painted that well, I like it”

[@ceramicatdesigns7844]

I would love to be there for the live show but that’s 9am here, uggh! I am not a morning person!

[@michellemeehan9178]

You are Awesome cinnamon 🥰

[@laurasmith3777]

Hi Everyone!

[@laviniasquires9241]

Football minutes! Yes. 😂

[@zepguwlthistle7924]

the last post i find in acrylic april fb is 2021 where are 22,23 , and is august 2024 up yet? usually you show the pictures of what will be painted daily. p.s. love you and john. praying for your success and prosperity in all areas of your life.

[@tammyvalin4906]

Will the August series remain available on this channel beyond months end?

[@shannongrusenmeyer8438]

Been there and it is not easy

[@Grace2882]

Which Dormans wax do you recommend? I see one for oils and one for watercolor but none that say acrylics.

[@luxter4375]

Do we get notifications when you got a new one out

[@beverlygeary4524]

I ordered 8x8 books from Amazon.

[@robinhartman3590]

Do you have the link?

[@beverlygeary4524]

I searched Fabiano 8 x 8 watercolor paper

[@crystaldr08]

So when will we get a peak at the agenda and paintings??

[@bailashulman7135]

will these videos be available after August 31? I'm not sure that I will be able to have the time to complete them in the month of August. Thanks so much.

[@TheArtSherpa]

yes

[@bailashulman7135]

@@TheArtSherpa wonderful, thanks for getting back to me

[@rastringfellow]

Blick is having a sale on Blick Super Value Canvas Packs. Currently lists 8x8 packs of 12 for $15.99. (7/26/24)

[@JenniferClawson-n4h]

DO YOU NEED TO GESSO THE WATER COLOR PAPER WHEN USING ACRYLICS?

[@taraeakle9130]

WILL THERE BE AN EXAMPLE GRID AVAILABLE FOR EACH LESSON AS WELL?

[@CozzyKorner]

Yay,gen X!😂

[@ArtandDiamondsWithEskies]

Due to a rare blood condition that I have I am highly sensitive to cadmium in a very dangerous way. Could you please provide substitutes for these cadmium colors so that I'm not then putting my health at risk in order to participate in this challenge?

[@guillerminacortez2475]

8:36

[@MariBelle6886]

where do you see the sneak peeks

[@TheArtSherpa]

In patron group and over on Patreon in the community chat

[@altheamcnabb2829]

Wait. I thought you were in Texas? I know your not at your moms anymore. Did yall go back to Penn?

[@mamaminecrafter7940]

How do I order supplies from you?!

[@TheArtSherpa]

Hi i have an art store and its broken into categories and supply lists here is a direct link store.theartsherpa.com/storefront.aspx

[@normaharkless4716]

CAN I USE GLOSS INSTEAD OF SATIN GLAZING LIQUID?

[@TheArtSherpa]

Yes you totally can

[@normaharkless4716]

@TheArtSherpa thank you Cinnamon! I am so excited for Acrylic August! I made a new "art corner" to have solitude. This will be my daily mental health break!💜🩵💙

[@shannongrusenmeyer8438]

Do you have all materials in a bundle at your store?

[@beverlygeary4524]

I’m sorry. I don’t know how to share a link.

[@wendymcmiles5716]

Hi my son just just recently tried to commit suicide. He was in hospital for a couple weeks and now getting help and treatment for his mental health is a slow process but he’s getting there. I’ve never seen someone have to take so many pills medication. I am his mum, and I was truly emotionally upset breakdown..

[@TheArtSherpa]

Oh, I am so sorry for what your son and you are going through. Sending love and light and big hugs. So glad he is getting help, please seek help for yourself in dealing with this as well 🌺

[@BarbaraKnieriemen-se7uj]

HOW DO I PARTICIPATE 49:46

[@darcieculley4986]

Hello

[@CinderV1]

Every time I try to… no matter the subject, it always turns into a strange landscape 😂

[@patrciat5610]

8/1 ??

[@peggysmith3906]

JUST CHECKED GOOGLE and Dorlands wax is ...NOT RECOMENDED .... for over acrylics as it may degrade and cause to crack and flake off

[@TheArtSherpa]

I will contact Orland and GAC and check that out further thank you for sharing what you found