How I mix my Bloom Recipe!!! (Talking) AND a Wreck a Bloom! / Acrylic Pouring Techniques

[@valeriewest1614]

I see why I keep hearing you are the queen of the bloom.

[@LisaHuntsman-i1g]

You are the best, beautiful lady.and you explain as you go. And let us know what to use. I am totally telling my friends to check you out.thank you, Lisa

[@liletteautrey8481]

Thank you Erica for your beautiful tutorial

[@lolicru7276]

Best ever tutorial video for this technique! Fabulous colours and composition! Thank you 😊

[@EricaHughesArt]

Thank you so much!

[@WaterfallAcrylics]

This is an excellent tutorial! Going to have to try the wrecked technique. Looking forward to the Polypour demo-mine is on its way and I have no idea how to use it! Beautiful results as usual Erica! ❤️

[@samuellucca2322]

InstaBlaster...

[@LisaIngArt]

WoW this is very satisfying to watch

[@katesullivan1038]

At the beginning, it looked very much like caladium leaves - so pretty!

[@santababy1952]

Kate Sullivan, thanks so much for naming the plant. I saw it and told Erica about it but could NOT remember the name to save my life! Whew, I am so glad you came up with the name The painting looks exactly like them!

[@katesullivan1038]

@@santababy1952 I couldn't remember the name either! I used "Google Lens," snapped a picture, and it did the search for me and gave me the name. Funny how something you've known all your life will slip away when you want to think of it!

[@santababy1952]

@@katesullivan1038 No kidding. CRS disease! Gets worse as you age!

[@MS-is5ni]

So helpful to see u mixing the powders too. Cant wait to try. Love yr work. Thank you for sharing

[@LisaHuntsman-i1g]

I love the way you explain.your very talented.

[@sandraaitken7869]

Wow. Erica . Your friend Karen from Waterfall Acrylics recommended we watch your technique for the bloom recipe. Im so glsd she did because your mixing is awesome. Then when you done your 3 bloos on that wooden circle, it turned our absolutely stunning. Those colours ,together are fabulous and when i saw the Cels and webbing im not surprised Karen is showing you off to her subscribers. She is my No 1. Im not only in hysterics at her stories and her laugh but her Artwork is Beautiful.... Im so glad I watched your mixing because your the first person to use a product that I know..lol. Homebase is my local hardware shop. Im new at this and your instructions are perfect for me. We even have the same scales and 3 different sizes of plastic cups. 😅😅. I look forward to seeing many more of your videos in the near future. Love from Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Sandra xx ⚘

[@karenroberts4205]

Thank you Erica. Always love hearing you talk and give us the much needed info. ❤️

[@EricaHughesArt]

Thank you Karen!

[@annettebailey129]

Thank you so much for taking the time to show us the process, I personally needed this... You rock! 🌞🎶✌️

[@alpapatel4229]

Gorgeous bright colors.

[@sherryg.195]

You are one of my favorite artists ..you inspired me.. I have watched video after video of you and a few other ladies on here Tammy Anderson, Rinske Douna, Olga Soby, Mii paintings, Gilly Kube.. you ladies just are so fantastic and I am so excited to start my pouring I can't wait to do it thank you! for all your work and sharing all your talent...

[@artfulheartoftoym8501]

Thank you so much!! I know that was long and not real exciting for you but I really appreciate it. I suck at blooms but this gives me a reason to try again!

[@robmcnaughton1086]

So nice to have clear instuctions.thankyou so much

[@artmyheart7409]

Really beautiful, Erica! Thank you very much for the detailed tutorial. Much appreciated!!

[@sandymartin642]

Thanks for the tutorial! Amazing as always! You seem to be the sweetest thing ever the way you're always apologizing!

[@EricaHughesArt]

Thank you! I wouldn't say the sweetest thing ever.... I have my moments! lol

[@carlstadtmiller126]

Thank you so much, you saved many of us lots of money!!!!

[@mariasokyrka5001]

That is the best bloom I’ve ever seen thankyou so much for sharing with us🙂

[@EricaHughesArt]

Thank you so much!

[@isabelvera8464]

Gracias Erika un tutorial extraordinario ❤

[@sabriel7326]

The color-combination is awesome! Thanks for your recipe. :D

[@EricaHughesArt]

Dried so vivid too! No problem!

[@kathyian1]

Love your paintings and tutorials. I am still fighting the “measles” every now and then! I have found if you do your tester on a piece of photo paper and it dries well it looks good in an IKEA box frame. Saves waste!

[@donnafied]

These are my absolute favorite colors and this looks ah-maze-ing. Love love love. Thanks for sharing your techniques & talents Erica!

[@kateyilmaz1536]

Absolutely brilliant, simple tutorial but very effective and informative. Thank you for taking the time to do it and as always, I loved the result and your colour choices 😍. One quick question for the 2 different pm recipes, have you found whether you can pre mix in larger quantities and store in airtight containers so you have it ready to pour for a week or two, or is it better for a couple of days pouring?

[@EricaHughesArt]

Thank you Kate! I haven't tested that yet. Longest i've had the mix sitting would be 4 or 5 days. :)

[@pennyhaase744]

Absolutely beautiful ❤️💕 & color combo is genius !! Love the parchment paper test idea ! As always, you are a inspiration !🎨😀

[@kanthikurian1512]

This is the best tutorial I've watched so far, of the bloom. Thank you so much for all the trouble you took to explain step by step, so well. It's much appreciated. I love the colors you used. It was beautuful. Looked like a caladium leaf. So pretty. Look forward to your next you tube.

[@lindahoagland7516]

Thanks so much for the tutorial! I really appreciate the time you took to show us your process. The blooms are beautiful. Love your color choices!

[@EricaHughesArt]

You are so welcome! thanks for watching! :)

[@janinepollard6084]

thanks for sharing everything, I'm in the UK and have substituted the valspar for dulux wood and metal untinted deep base, it works great especially with the Vallejo gloss - ended up buying the Aussie floetrol after trying and experimenting with everything - huge difference, thanks again.

[@EricaHughesArt]

I've wondered about the dulux! I might have to try it out! thank you!

[@ausyspanx]

Hey Janine. Is this the paint you used? I'm in the UK and struggling to find the Valspar paint. Thank you. X www.amazon.co.uk/Dulux-Quick-Gloss-Paint-Metal/dp/B00M7104M4/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=Dulux+Wood+and+metal+untainted+deep+base+paint&qid=1609958429&sr=8-3

[@juliettepersaud6718]

Thank you for this we’ll detailed tutorial beautiful lady! I enjoyed watching every moment of it!

[@aprilrains9921]

This reminds me of a trip to Buchard Gardens in Vancover BC in the late 1980s. The hanging begonia flowers glowed just like this painting. Very helpful tech support.

[@cathyclemmer2059]

Jenn Thank You so much for taking your time to do this very informative video. You are awesome

[@sushilapillai6363]

Thanks for sharing your recipe. Those colours look amazing together

[@gilmavelasquez3685]

Thank you Erika, I admired your art it’s beautiful and thanks for sharing 👍

[@DebraQuenqua]

Beautiful results! Thanks for sharing your recipe! Its amazing how you stretched the colors and kept the cells and lacing!

[@EricaHughesArt]

thank you! Lots of thick house paint to keep them floating and I also believe that the gel I put in the bloom recipe not only helps thicken up my mix but also helps hold the shape of the cells and lacing... i think lol

[@DebraQuenqua]

Erica Hughes Art I looked for the Golden gel but don’t know the exact same. They make so many that I got confused. What is the name of the one you use? I love that you get so much out of the paint, with very little waste! Just amazing. Thanks again

[@mackenziethereseart8973]

I love these colors! It turned out so beautiful! The lacing is stunning! 💕💕

[@EricaHughesArt]

Thank you so much!

[@blesseddragonflynailart]

Couple questions 1. When using such thick paint, how do you prevent crazing? 2. How well does this technique work on larger canvases? Like a 20x16 3. What does base C mean and why is it important? Thanks for your help 💗 love your work

[@firestone2011]

Love the color choices in this piece.......very botanical.

[@kerrivincent4440]

Still love this video so much! Awesome colors together ❤️❤️

[@joallawestervelt6918]

So awesome! Reminds me of a houseplant leaves, I just cannot remember the name of it. 😆 love the colors. What Kate Sullivan said. 😊

[@elainelee6741]

Love the educational video. Can't wait for the next one.

[@ThePaintedDreamer]

Great tutorial Erica! I’m curious about the polypour .. I got some late last year but couldn’t get it to work the way I wanted to, I’m excited to see your video on it, I may have to revisit it ☺️💜

[@judyeuller7602]

I LOVE this. Great job in explaining your mixing technique.

[@sarahhaakanson4289]

Thanks so much for this video. Hubby and I are going to have a ‘bloom off’ this weekend 😂 on little mfd coasters. Again, thanks for your time and sharing x

[@kathiereynolds2809]

Gorgeous. Love those colors. Thank you 🙏

[@TheMegsymoo]

Beautiful blooms it’s very different approach to what I’ve seen before 😊🙏

[@juanita920]

Thank you so much for sharing this. Trying to build my courage up to try. Thank you again.

[@underwoodRN]

Fan-flippin-tastic for sure!

[@EricaHughesArt]

Thank you Sherri!

[@Cole_6073]

Awesome! Thank you so much! My House Paint is too thin, any recommendations on how to thicken? I bought USA ColorPlace (as recommended by the Shelee Art Class I took).

[@myshewa1]

A beautiful painting. Can you use American floetrol they same amount?

[@robmcnaughton1086]

Absolutely stunning.The colours are gorgeous

[@EricaHughesArt]

Thanks so much 😊

[@debclassyfied9723]

This is absolutely beautiful I’m gonna try and re-create this I just mixed up my paints tonight I’m so excited I don’t think I’m gonna be able to sleep!

[@christieedwards7986]

Very helpful video👍🏽 And your color combination is beautiful ❤

[@EricaHughesArt]

Thank you!

[@pamcrandall634]

Lots of info, thanks. What do you use to thin your pillow paint please?

[@christy7635]

You are a great teacher! Thank you 😊

[@isabelvera8464]

Excelente Tutorial. Mil gracias ❤

[@bkhardy545]

Thanks for taking the time. So informative- besides a beautiful pour. Can you tell me how to tell Australia Floetrol from other. Does it say something in the container?

[@twinflame374]

I am so pleased Erica that you must be in UK despite your accent!! 🥰 so hard to find stuff that they use in US or Australia in stores in uk so thank you 🙏 Great tutorial clicked liked & subscribed 👍🏻

[@feliciarizzo6841]

Also thx for this vid..very informative....question...because of the varnish im thinking you wont have to resin or seal anything after drying?..thx for all you do!

[@kathycash4419]

What a beautiful painting! Thanks for all the important information too!

[@thetig10001]

Hi Erica, i've just started paint pouring and have been watching lots of your videos as i'm in sunny Scotland,lol. You are very skilled and make some beautiful pieces. I was hoping you could help me . I can't seem to find the valspar wood and metal paint base c anywhere , could you let me know where you get yours from ? i've found everything else lol. If i can create something that even remotely resembles your work then i would be one happy chappie and showing it off to everyone,lol. All the best Allan.

[@franlewis8906]

It’s at B & Q - the Valspar paint counter. You can ask for the uncoloured pot of paint. I’m in Wiltshire in southwest England. xx

[@denniskean183]

Excellent blooms!

[@lizwarner8524]

Unbelievably gorgeous! Caladiums!!!!!

[@lesleycoates5881]

Don’t know if I missed what varnish did you use ? I’m in UK so can get Valspar and Homebase paints

[@gemmabickell1627]

You art always looks amazing! Thank you for your time & tips. One question, for the bloom do you not need to use a heat gun for the air bubbles? Xx

[@EricaHughesArt]

Thank you Gemma! I wouldn't recommend using one. the house paint burns so fast!

[@janiceking681]

Thanks for this! your colors are beautiful!!

[@bevferrier]

Thanks for this Erica, great tutorial 👍🏼

[@EricaHughesArt]

No problem! Thank you Bev!

[@MaddyT54321]

Hi 👋 great video. If I can't get hold of the Vallejo gloss varnish, is there anything else you can recommend. I'm in the 🇬🇧 UK. Thank you so much. Great tutorials and blooms xx

[@dany3131ify]

Hi Erika and thanks great video, do you have a Amercan Floetrol recipe that work

[@lindajakub624]

Yours are beautiful. My cells tend to disappear. Any suggestions? I took the class. I am not on Facebook. I am using a semi gloss paint. And the pouring medium is Glidden semi gloss premium base 3 and josonja varnish. Also American floetrol. I have practiced the 2 gallons of paint. Changed base paint and varnish and pillow paint was Satin before. Any suggestions would be much appreciated. Thank you for this video. Love your paintings. I did it. I finally got it.

[@birgittaborjesson485]

Can’t you use your colours mixed with your usual medium for instance Liquitex? And then for the base housepaint!

[@gerardineholland1357]

Beautiful piece!! I use liquitex pouring and GAC800 with very good results . I am going to try your technic but would like to know about the varnish you add to your mix. What is the benefit of it?

[@RedHotMother]

I second this inquiry. 🙋🏻‍♀️

[@teresaorris663]

Hi Erica! This piece is beautiful and looks like Caladium leaves! Almost exact colors too!

[@artbyemmakate5446]

I am digging the pink and green, I have a heap of bloom paint to use up and will definitely be putting together this colour combo

[@EricaHughesArt]

I love the combo too! have fun! :)

[@firasal-nimri5598]

Thank you so much . great result . i love it

[@clcarlton]

Are those particle board/press board circles you're pouring on? How do you keep them from warping while drying due to the volume of paint on the surface?

[@cathythompson8734]

Excellent tutorial, thanks so much for sharing.

[@EricaHughesArt]

You're very welcome!

[@busymomusa8821]

WOW! Stunning!

[@lindaharrison9095]

Hi, Erica, I LOVE all your videos and was really excited to try the recipes in this video. But, I can’t seem to find Valspar v700 in the US…..do you have another recommendation for house paint?

[@blue_moon1986]

That is soo pretty 😮😍..looks like leaves!

[@PunmasterSTP]

I'm glad you reached your goal of 100k subs 👍

[@adelinebuytendorp5877]

I’m in Australia,so not sure if we’ve got the same paint. What do I have to look for for the pillow paint? And also for the paint that you mix the colour with.Can I use any white acrylic?

[@mildaplotnikoviene9463]

Hi Erica. Could you tell me where you get Australian floetrol?

[@lindajakub624]

Thank you! I learned something new. Would glue work if you have no gel?

[@JRB1691]

I just subscribed today and so glad I did. Great instructional video and beautiful!

[@judyhyland682]

You are a fabulous teacher!!!!! Thank you for sharing this information. How long have you been pouring? I love your confidence and knowledge! Thanks again!

[@MrsRoyality77]

Great and informative video! 🙂 I live in the states and I am using a deep base Behr 8300, which as you’ve explained is thick. When mixing my PM and not using the heavy gel - wound I still use the 150ml untinted and 50ml varnish?

[@cathyherbisonwiget7887]

Hi Erica, I. can’t get the Valspar v 700 C at all here in the US. Can you suggest an alternative! I love your work! Thanks so much.

[@mariecaire4198]

Reminds me of a Coleus. Beautiful.

[@MaharaTucker]

Exactly, a coleus.

[@Kreative_Rainbow]

Love the watermelon colors! 🍉 Thanks for sharing your system!! 🤗😍🥰

[@EricaHughesArt]

You are so welcome!

[@Kreative_Rainbow]

@@EricaHughesArt 🤗😍🥰

[@leenicholson4767]

Love this Erica. Gorgeous

[@EricaHughesArt]

Thanks so much!

[@ThePinktink83]

This is amazing I really want to try this technique but haven't got the equipment yet

[@ccubillo]

Hi Erika, can I use a satin finish instead of gloss finish in my pouring medium? I plan on varnishing or resin coating in the end so I am wondering if the finish I use in the pouring medium matters. Thanks so much!

[@tammyverba7464]

Beautiful Erika!!!

[@junebarnhouse1482]

Love those colors.

[@joannethorpe103]

Hi Erica love you're work 😊!!! Can you still get the valspar wood and metal at b&q?? I'm in england and I'm having trouble finding it 😢 What do you recommend now, it's just that this is a several year's ago. Sorry for been a pest. Hope your well take care 😊

[@joanbreimann3742]

Love this! Have you posted to Poly Pour video yet?

[@MrSlickscopezz]

Really beautiful Erica, love that combo. I live in Ireland and wondered if you could tell me where I can buy the Australian Floetrol. Thanks a million, love your work.

[@lagitanne2000]

beautiful colors so good

[@EricaHughesArt]

Thank you so much 😊

[@nasreen9627]

Ps. By the way is their a link of yours I can press for the Australian Floetral? As I usually get the AWOL make.. as you know being from UK yourself that that Aussie Floetral is hard to come by..