acrylic painting basics ~ a guide through my portrait painting process :)

Thanks so much for watching! In this video I talked about some tips I have for acrylic painting, and also about finding motivation and staying on track with practicing. Love you guys so much! Muah💜
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[@mariamkhaled8304]

Why is Noone taking about the tooth earrings, they're adorable 🧚🏼‍♀️🌫️

[@n3rdboink]

thank you so much!!

[@belizylmaz]

yes!!

[@Hicassiejean]

I thought you meant her tooth was pierced I was trying to find it 😂

[@mariamkhaled8304]

@@Hicassiejean LOL

[@Hero_Of_The_People]

@@Hicassiejean you must be an imaginative person lol

[@maureenarnold8373]

the struggle while squeezing out the last drops of the white paint is me

[@riotjohnson889]

1. Don’t water down your paint as it can make it streaky, instead to want a creamy consistency 2. Use it a dry brush to blend your wet paint but make sure to wipe the brush off each time 3. Use a little blue for the whites of the eyes/ mix each primary color with white Lol this comment is more so for me than anyone else, I need to summarize your points to make sure I got it and I’m always rewatching your videos

[@Lil_art_ist]

Can you make a video of tips for self taught artists that just can't attend art class but are obsessed with art. It would be helpful for many of us :)

[@n3rdboink]

i can try my best!

[@sustainable9644]

Yea that would be a great idea! I'm a self taught artist

[@leeleeb7413]

@@n3rdboink could you please suggest how to learn color like you did in the sink ap piece??

[@aleksanterii2730]

I would start with following artists that you like. Then find things that you like from their work. Whether its color, shading, line or depht. Then just simply figure out how to incorporate that into your own work. You can watch tutorials or just simply the artist's process if you can't figure out how to replicate that :)

[@ediedee909]

proko, sinix (i think thats their name) and marco bucci on youtube all have amazing tutorials about art techniques, plus line of action and i think draw a box are websites that teach alot

[@gretasi6172]

I LOVE how you talk about cheaper art supplies because when I watch other people with the most expensive supplies it is so intimidating for me😅thank you for your frankness love your videos

[@mcdi517]

My paint is from Walmart too and it’s 50 cents each 😳

[@lafayette6048]

@@mcdi517 I know exactly which paint you mean I LOVE THEM

[@zanythefreak]

Not gonna lie My acrylic paints are from Walmart too lmao Same with my brushes

[@sarimblaze8211]

It's soo good 😮😮😮😮😮😊

[@naomimuhoro110]

kinda unrelated but you look so pretty!!

[@n3rdboink]

thank you so much 💜

[@jennyyy2813]

I just started painting again and I’ve been doing greyscale portraits. I recommend this if you’re wanting to practice shadows and highlights! Full color is a bit more complicated, so the greyscale is a great way to practice since it simplifies things 😇😇😇

[@francescafrancesca3554]

Thank you for the tip! It makes all the sense in the world!!

[@MD12789]

Who noticed her tooth earrings, they are adorable :) loved the vid

[@myieshamalik6628]

I feel like this video was perfect for me cuz I hate acrylic paint😭😂

[@AA-rr9ly]

Thank you for recommending cheap products! Some artists make you feel like you need to buy the expensive ones they endorse to make good art.

[@addie1873]

Taking breaks is essential but sometimes I just forget or give up on my painting. Maybe set a timer or listen to some music for a certain amount of time then force yourself to go back and keep going.

[@sierrastar5155]

I find it important to never force myself to paint or draw as it often leaves me disliking it for a while. If you do it when you’re inspired and motivated then you will get much better results even if it means taking a few days or even months inbetween paintings /drawings.

[@woderhimmelbeginnt]

Important!! Do NOT dump your dirty painting water outside, PLEASE! Acrylic is basically plastic soooo not good for the environment.

[@chelseajxnes]

I've been trying my best recently to start using more saturated colours since I'm so used to drawing realism. This video is definitely a sign for me to keep going

[@assiaelhallaoui]

i really needed this bc acrylic is the only paint I have

[@lockhart7813]

I draw all the time but I haven't painted since I was a kid and I'm trying to get into it, this was really helpful thank you!

[@taylor7980]

This is such an amazing video! I consider myself a fairly experience artist, I can manage complex gradients but I have a more abstract style. Recently, I’ve decided to branch out to painting faces but I thought I could only do it with oil paints. Seeing how amazing your art is and all the tips in this video has really inspired me to use my acrylic to paint a face, so thank you

[@clarasuedi]

I'm currently doing my alevels in art, your videos are helping me so much. Your tips are great, your work inspires me and i can relate to many of your struggles and opinions cause i'm in a similar situation. Sometimes I find it hard to get inspired by all those professional and extremely experienced artists who always have the perfect expensive supplies and somehow so much time and never get stressed. You show me that you can make incredible art without all of that. Thank you so much, your art is amazing!

[@sunnysoftpeach8726]

I’ve been so nervous to try painting a portrait in acrylic, I’m so used to just digital painting,, But this video really makes me feel more at ease about giving it a try, so thank you!!

[@MaryJane-tp3qd]

It was honestly so amazing to hear you take time to say using cheap objects are okay 🥰 really motivated me as I got some cheap canvas lately and they excite me! I got oil paints gifted to me a long time ago and I felt I was wasting them and wanted to learn how to paint better 😂 and having more fun learning this time around

[@adiisnotonfire]

ive tried acrylic painting in the past and its never been my favorite but recently i bought some new paint and canvases to give it another shot. this video is the perfect thing for me so thank you!

[@khanak1076]

Aaaah, Karina!! This video was so helpful!! Coincidentally, I was working on an acrylic portrait a few days ago; I hated the outcome! But seeing your video I learned a lotta tips and can't wait to use 'em! ALSO, I LOVE YOUR PIECE!! Especially the way you blended the cheeks and painted the hair!! 💖💖💖

[@alyssamiago]

I've recently shifted from oils to acrylics and am about to try out a portrait tmrw. if im being honest, i usually skip thru youtube videos til i see what i need but i couldn't help but watch your entire video. your narration, your down to earth way of talking.. how you reassure that people needa find their own styles and groove, love it all. you have a new subscriber 💗💗

[@nonniebo]

Everything you said about how watching other ppl gives you drive is literally spot on cause it’s 3am but I can’t wait to paint when I get off work tmo 😭 at first I was just painting but now I love art and I wanna get a deeper understanding of it

[@paulinocontreras1245]

Lots of really good tips here. The thinking ahead about mixing paint so you don't run out is such good advice.

[@artikavernekar4644]

Ahhh I learn so much from your videoss! You are sooo talented and I love your personality! I think it's cool how you include random little stories from your life or as you like to call it "rants" (whether it's art related or not)❤️ .....it's also one of the reasons I love Ashley's videos sm✨

[@clozzyozzy42]

This was actually very helpful, I’ve always struggled with getting into painting because I suck at it

[@miachristensen4365]

this is the best demonstration of mixing skin tones I've ever seen thank youuuuuu

[@Livdaleo]

I haven’t painted in like a year and I was so intimidated but watching this video made me so excited to paint

[@linno9599]

You are not preachy, everything you said was so helpful and i really love how you encourage individual thinking/creativity. Your videos are gold for myself just trying to learn art at home late in life

[@salonikapoor3592]

I really like your vibe! It's really comforting and soothing, please make more draw and talk videos❤️

[@paula3229]

This was SUPER helpful, I would love it if you did more of this

[@andreazcarate8197]

for this summer you have been the person that i like watching you help me a lot you make me happy and give me ideas

[@keira715]

The fact I was looking for a tutorial today! Starting to paint tomorrow :)

[@rainbowparrotart9861]

Love how you describe your process. Beautiful work!

[@BTSHIQ]

Loved this! I’ve been finding it hard to go back to my art. I have unfinished works I’m now scared to touch. This specific video has really helped. Thank you Karina ❤

[@thatwasverypunny.-.]

i recently got acrylic paints for christmas and this video made me even more excited to use them! also your painting came out absolutely beautiful 👏💕

[@yuhthevibez5162]

PLEASEE SHES SO PRETTY by the way thank you for the guide I really needed this:)

[@madelynraina2456]

your voice is soothing, and your art is so colorful i’m in love

[@danamahmoud951]

I started taking up art again, so I’m pushing myself to learn acrylic, water color and oil based paints. Although I don’t have a lot of perspective or anatomy drawing experience, I keep winging it. My learning process is different due to my dyscalculia (like dyslexia, but with math and other weird stuff). Watching this gave me more confidence in painting with acrylic, thank you.

[@joi243]

Your painting came out beautiful and I love the tips in the video. I recently got back into art, but haven't taken a proper class in years. I did two portraits and was working on a third, but got caught up in mixing accurate skin tones. Thank you so much!

[@aasthachaudhari3464]

The best explanation of acrylic painting on youtube i have came across💜💜 Thank you so much 👍❤

[@JreamDiOR]

Oh my goodness this was refreshing to watch, beautiful & fluid tutorial, plus your energy is golden! 🌙💋✨

[@Theonlyayren]

this painting turned out so great!! and i love how chill your videos are :)

[@ashlynvanzant109]

I loved this video!! The monotone art videos make me disassociate almost automatically but you kept my focus for the entire video. I hope you make more tutorials

[@Olmandmilk]

ur literally my favorite KZbinr ever like ur art is absolutely ethereal and so are you. I also rlly love ur voice its like soothing and calming.

[@samanthadaroga4811]

Love your vid. In mins, you just helped me out with a work competition. Thanks a mil!

[@nysatrehan5757]

your videos help me so much to get the motivation to take out my paints and experiment

[@avalonperez3806]

Thank you for this wonderful tutorial! As a watercolour girl, trying acryclics was really fun but also really intimidating! You made this much more welcoming and a much better experience :D

[@alissosonvasq]

I've been drawing with graphite and colored pencils for almost 3 years now. I want to expand to paint so this was really helpful!!! I used to feel a bit anxious because I don't have ( and can't afford ) the more expensive paint, brushes, etc. Thanks for that also lol

[@elois_studios]

This video taught and inspired me more than my art teacher at school ever has

[@ck-im3vu]

Thanks so much! This is very helpful! And it turned out incredibly!!

[@marcosmartinez8088]

5:14-5:17, when you are painting something heat, that is burning. Congratulations Karina, a great painting. Almost 50 k subs is impressive, it's feels like yesterday when you reach 10 k.

[@mal3203]

This is the most useful painting tutorial I have every seen on youtube

[@Angelica04089]

You said everything in this one video that I needed to hear for the past few months ❤ thank you so much, you were a really big help

[@snackman2186]

Thank you so much I really needed this I was lowkey struggling and this really helped also watching you paint was sooooo satisfying

[@trtlphnx]

Love Your Method and Eclectic Approach... Also Love the Streak in Your Hair, Sweetie!!! You ARE My Favorite "Tuber"!!!

[@kfithu6965]

you’re very talented keep doing what you’re doing! I learned so much from you!!😸❤️🖼🖌

[@arpitajodder5981]

Loved this totally! ❤ This turned out so gorgeous! 😍

[@mildlyaddicted9629]

your videos have inspired me to paint again so thank you so much❤️❤️!!!!

[@racheldcruz7036]

Yess! I love this vid. One tip that helped me make my paintings pop: use a cool colored undertone for the shadows and a warm colored undertone for the highlights. Or vice versa. This creates awesome contrast and makes it look realistic.

[@sarveshmutkekar3867]

Thank you for inspiring me.. the main thing I learned from ur videos is to learn and observe from others art work... 😊

[@mauraisbeast]

love this video! amazing advice and beautiful painfing💖💖 you honestly described all of my insecurities as an artist and made me feel better about them so thank you 😌

[@Tonydc2001]

I love ur videos, so calming and u seem so nice 💕

[@LionSPH]

This video is so helpful!!! I'm a beginner painter- like absolute beginner- and it's much more tricky than I expected it to be. I'm pretty good at drawing but painting really is a completely different thing and it's all about technique. I've made 4 small paintings now and I learn every time I pick up the brush. This is one of my favorite videos I've seen though and I can't wait to practice making a portrait

[@2005er]

You did a really good job! Thanks for all your tips!

[@isaniart]

I just started painting with acrylics and this was so helpful

[@InspiredArtDolls]

I love cheap art supplies too, hehe! I should check out those acrylics from walmart. I really like your tips, beautiful painting as well! Just subscribed 👍

[@janfram]

You have a very soothing voice it's very relaxing to listen too

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ur so good, i love ur content. it inspires me so much- thank you

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yay imma love this series 😩

[@blueeeside4058]

this is perhaps the best video i could find as someone getting back into art

[@morpho_portis]

Thank you for this in depth video! I have been using acrylics for a few years now but my roots are pencils. So I've always been doing portraits in greyish tones. 🤣 Especially the light wash at the beginning is such good advice!

[@maellebardet1351]

For the primary color, I suggest you to use Magenta instead of red and cyan instead of that darker blue. To achieve red, add a bit yellow to Magenta :D its change everything And spécial tips for back : burnt omber and phatlo blue make wonder

[@snazzyshak]

this is perfect timing bc we’re supposed to be doing an acrylic painting in my art class next week

[@lilly_png1237]

Ahhhh this is so helpful! I just got acrylics after only using colored pencil and really needed an introduction lol

[@anushka-wb6zw]

the tip you gave about taking a break is really important. i sometimes get too frustrated and it messes up my overall process. thanks for making this video

[@mrv5283]

i love your voice, its so smooth and calming

[@beffdrisc]

I honestly struggle so much with acrylic, I feel like I can only ever produce something good with oils bc for some reason I just can not work with how fast acrylics dry, it's so frustrating to me. But you made this look flawless and so fast too!!

[@oliviajaeger8282]

I love this style😍 can’t wait to try it :)

[@tressessalon]

Thanks for all the tips and techniques 😀🌸🌸💕

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This is so helpful and chill, thank you so much

[@zuzu_1]

Honestly a great video, very straightforward and cute !! 🥰

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Yayyy your back🥺love your content ❤️

[@bonequices141]

I loved your tips and also the way you talk so much! Gonna watch more of your videos later!😌♥️👌

[@emmarose9178]

i love your videos! they inspire me a loooot, thank u :)

[@licensedlettuce9796]

I've had a lot of work to do lately, But I can't wait to watch you when I'm done with my homework! sorry for my english, if i made a mistake

[@nitanya3666]

I love your art style so much!!!

[@Luvinndes]

i love your videos. your really encouraging me to continue my artistic journey.

[@maddiefretwell4293]

I loved this video so much! It was so helpful(: THANK YOU!

[@Bergara01927]

This is one of the artists I can relate to. The canvas panel and cheap brushes 👌😌

[@mellywithy]

I love using acrylics!! And I was so excited when I saw this video in my recommendation 🦋 also I love your tooth earrings 🧚🏼‍♀️🧚🏼‍♀️

[@laranadde6485]

I just came across this vid and, omg you are like an art therapist

[@kenzyhatem5430]

i recognized ashley right away lol, great video rina thanks for the advice you gave great tips

[@theArtsyfeather]

Thank you so much for the knowledge, it helped me a lot! The painting was absolutely fantastic. Btw you look so gorgeous💕

[@n3rdboink]

thank you :)

[@LiyahSmiles6]

Yesss you are so talented thank you for the tips!!🥰😍

[@frksylvester]

you are inspiring me SO much, i really love your content keep going

[@defnotelly2807]

i literally have an acrylic painting due this week thank you this is such a life saver

[@me_malene]

haha saame! (edit: as of being recomended this vid by yt)

[@rainbowcharb7450]

I’m really bad at blending my colours and making them match so watching you sorta do it on the canvas was helpful and I’m going to try it

[@samsosoci6361]

Definitely helped me. Inspired me to get the paint out and try to paint a portrait bc they are deff not my comfort zone and to put the tips to action 🤓🎨

[@subb1567]

i love that u love ashley shes such an icon