Acrylic Painting for Beginners

[@RampantRoses]

I looked at a research study Golden did for their acrylics a while back testing the adhession of acrylic paints when diluted with water Their results from multiple different tests with multiple different scenarios showed that diluting acrylics with water actually doesn't affect it's adhession I got worried about this myself a while ago so I started doing some research and stumbled upon Golden's study on this matter and it gave me a huge peace of mind 😄 Granted, the study was on their own brand of acrylics.. But most acrylics use a similar binder, so I don't worry too much about mixing water into my acrylics anymore

[@JordanClark]

Oh wow, this is great to know!! Thanks so much! 🫶

[@PaosLivorzi]

I love your art so much Jordan. I'd love a video on your creative process and inspirations.

[@JordanClark]

Thank you so much! And thanks for the video idea, I'll add that to the list ❤

[@evasucharova5936]

Glad you are back - but this video kinda needs part two where we could actually paint alongside you - maybe an inspiration for the future? I love painting or drawing alongside you - your video about watercolour was so good I made my own bookmarks inspired by your artwork. I would love to see a flipthrough of your art journals as well... your style has changed a lot thourough the years and it's so interesting to watch someone's art journey unveiling and developing as you go and pick your path. Love your work - it's so gentle and yet so bold... hard to describe, but it's something what I'm missing in the art world now - some kind of simplicity and certainty and gentle, muted, soft colours...

[@catiestilinski]

I love this! I would recommend using a Sharpie on the lids to remember which colors you used in each container. Also I would love a tutorial on the woven painting!

[@JordanClark]

Yes that's a great idea! And yay I will plan to do that video soon! ❤

[@beverlyjdesigns1410]

This was so helpful! So happy you're back missed you so much! ❤

[@JordanClark]

Yayyy I'm happy to be back, thank you for watching!! 🥰

[@3maeody59]

Thank you for your videos! The longer ones you've been making recently are such a treat. I find them sooo inspiring, and I learn so much about different mediums, and ideas. I also really enjoy seeing the colours you work with- they're not colours I usually gravitate towards, and I absolutely love seeing what you create with them! I would love a sketchbook tour! I'd also find it really interesting seeing how you pull inspiration from different places. Thank you for making such lovely content :)

[@bela6535]

Love all you videos, missed your videos 😊

[@imrantariq1977]

OMG - Welcome Back!!!

[@JordanClark]

Thank you!! ❤

[@Sandrav0007]

welcome back!!!!

[@kupotenshi]

I've been interested in acrylics since using them in school, but I absolutely hated how fast they dry. Thanks for showing your container storage idea, and also your paintings, it makes me want to start painting again!

[@JordanClark]

I'm so glad this was helpful for you, thank you for watching!! ❤

[@CeruleanCzarina]

Loved this video! Thank you so much for sharing your materials and how you got started with this medium. Also, your early work reminds me of Sandi Hester who is one of my favorite artists and KZbin creators! ❤Beautiful!

[@debsllewelyn230]

Fab, looking forward to your sketchbook tour xx

[@yumisage]

I see the perfection in the imperfection. Have stayed subbed just in case and soooo glad you're back!! 🫶🌷🌷

[@ih4630]

What a treat! Thank you so much for this… you’re so calm, apart from being very creative… Well organized video I must say. Yes I would very much like to see how you did the “woven“ piece in one of your next videos.

[@JordanClark]

Thanks so much, I'm so happy you enjoyed the video! I will have to make the woven painting tutorial soon ☺

[@annerios_]

I would be totally on board for a sketchbook tour 😁👩🏻‍🎨

[@ananyac7560]

The OG is back 🙌

[@opalescentdreams]

I got a cheap paint set months back, and it's been gathering dust, until this video! Thank you for inspiring me to just paint!

[@JordanClark]

Yay that's what I like to hear, have fun painting!! ❤

[@cathyrined9984]

Welcome back!

[@JordanClark]

Thanks so much!! 💕

[@helenediotte9898]

Hi, thank you for sharing your interesting paint container. I really like the orchid in the pink pot seems to be real. Enjoy

[@JordanClark]

❤❤❤

[@gardengirl7446]

So glad to see you here ❤

[@sincerelymimee]

seeing those little card like designss.. made me think about how BEAUTIFUL it would be if you designed a tarot deck! I'd buy that so fast

[@Bitcolorina]

I love you colour palettes! Always have. I'm kind of turned off by acrylic paint because of the amount of waste it creates. I have a bunch of tubes I bought on a whim and I can't bring myself to use them because when I finish my trashcan is full of paper towels, old sticks, plus the paint water is full of microplastics. I even tried to filter the water with the process suggested by Golden, but it's complicated and I don't have the space. But that palette with little cups might be the trick at least to use my current paints. Also, there are some plastic palettes for acrylic that are "peel off", when you finish, you just peel off the dried paint instead of using disposable paper palettes. Your art is beautiful and it shows you have a lot of experience from your digital art making to keep a consistent look in your new artwork!

[@JordanClark]

Thanks so much for your kind words! I will look into the peel off palettes, that might be a good solution if i go pack to using paint in that way! Also I've never heard about the water filtering, I'll have to do some research because I too hate the waste that comes with acrylics. Ty for the helpful info! ❤

[@aprilwhite515]

Yes! Thank you for your tutorials!

[@JordanClark]

Thank you for watching!! ❤

[@musfirathasan9465]

SO HAPPY WATCHING YOU AGAIN

[@besdededenz]

YOU HAVE NOOOO IDEA HOW HAPPY I AM WHENEVER U HAVE NEW UPLOADS!!! ESPECIALLY WHEN U FINALLY CAME BAAAACKK AFTER YEARSSSS! AAHHHH I LOVE UUUU!!! 💞💞💞💞💞💞

[@JordanClark]

YAYYY TY FOR YOUR SUPPORT!! 💕✨🥰

[@VDVM.MRNGSTR]

Such a lovely video! And I also use a wicker basket for acrylic paint tubes 😅

[@kimesch9698]

Wax paper and parchment paper from the kitchen are good palettes.

[@aflorandoatelie]

You inspired me to paint now. I don't do this for years and i wanna try again. Thank you, really 🤎✨ I loved the video!

[@JordanClark]

I'm so glad the video inspired you, have fun painting!!! 🥰

[@maloiselle]

Your videos and your voice are so sooting. It'a almost like ASMR. :)

[@JordanClark]

I'm so glad you enjoy 🥰

[@maggiemorgan4718]

We need a hair tutorial! Love your curls ❤

[@coucouillustration9363]

So inspiring ❤

[@gita1012]

I love your videos! Would love to see video about how to do the wealven picture xx

[@jaderene]

This video was helpful even for me!!!! Especially for someone who’s an intermediate when it comes to Acrylic painting! Have you thought about trying the Royal Talens Amsterdam Acrylic paint? They are affordable and come in a variety of colors?!

[@JordanClark]

Yay so glad you liked the video! ❤ I haven't tried that brand, I will have to look for it next time I'm at the art store!

[@wingedblossom1667]

I might just go ahead and finally use the acrylic paints I’ve been saving after watching this. I also like having an easy, no fuss set up. Can you please let me know what size those condiment containers are? Also, what does the gesso do for the surfaces? Thank you.

[@ayeshaleephotography]

Thank you I needed this video it helped so much.

[@ArtyAntics]

If you use fluid acrylics you might like not having to mix in medium for every colour. I also recommend using a palette knife to save on needing so many popsicle sticks!

[@michaelbass2185]

Very useful information. I primarily work with textiles (i.e. silk and cotton floss on linen) and love coming up with interesting color combinations. I have used acrylics in the past but did not know the basics, so this video was very useful. I was intrigued by your collages with the "cut outs". One question though. How do you affix the paper cut outs to the paper/canvas/wood surfaces? Do you use a spray adhesive or some type of glue?

[@JordanClark]

I used PVA glue and brushed it on the back of the paper with a foam brush. It's a little bit finicky but seemed to do the job!

[@anjalimichelleart]

Great video! Where is your desk from?

[@justadoglovergurl1198]

IM GONNA WATCH THIS NOW CUZ OMGG THIS IS PAINTING AND THE AESTHETIC IS JUST JSSJDHEJDBDBDJSKSM I HAVE NO WORDS ✨❤️🌜

[@JordanClark]

YAY TYSM FOR WATCHING!! ❤

[@justadoglovergurl1198]

@@JordanClark Np i really enjoyed it :D

[@impish22]

great video, thanks for sharing

[@aminaa5824]

15:05 freezer paper is a good alternative, probably much cheaper :)

[@elizabethlynch6544]

Joann's Fabrics has a storage section and I got a container of 30 little containers in it and put my watercolors in them

[@JordanClark]

Great tip, thanks!

[@elizabethlynch6544]

@@JordanClark anytime

[@TheRisingIcarus]

This will be so helpful because I'm awful at painting :')