High or Low Watt Hair Dryer for Dutch pour?

[@Ketobbey]

Some very important insights you give in this video. I like the relaxed nature of your teachings here. I am about to do 12 Dutch Pours over the next few days and really wanted to see how some of the youtubers I adminer do theirs for a deeper understanding. I have done a few Dutch pours in the past and they turn out delicious but when editing the videos for them I learn so much. So watching the pros, like you David, I am seeing other things I may have missed. I just want to do the best I can visually. I think I am going to watch this video a second time right now and then watch the recommended one with the tips and tricks. Thanks for your videos.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Awe, that you so much. That really means a lot to me.

[@99Marna]

This is something I have wondered about - thank you David!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Glad to help Marna!

[@artdigital3478]

SEVERE EYE CANNNNNDY!!!!! Love 'em BOTH! Thanks so much, David! God bless you richly for the tremendous talent you have and share as a generous artist and teacher! 👏👏👏

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Wow, thank you!

[@hawkpaul8735]

As someone who has fallen victim of the 'too many squiggles' syndrome I really appreciate this video. I was wondering why it wouldn't work too well. Many thanks David.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

I am sure someone can make it work better but I sure can't. Nice and relatively even works best for me.

[@florafromaustralia7306]

Thankyou David for your awesomeness in a clear and informative tutorial. 💓👍🥰

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Glad to help Flora.

[@missrachelledarbonne3147]

Absolutely stunning and magnificent, love both, ♥️🙏💯

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Thank you so much!

[@leahrolan1265]

So glad you posted this. I always have used a bigger blow dryer with the cool button depressed on low. I have seen many not use the cold and a smaller hair dryer. I have been wanting the answer for a long time and now I have it. Thank You!!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

I am happy to help Leah.

[@vickijoy3826]

Yay for left brain artists! You explain everything so well and thoroughly. Plus, you go slow enough to follow. Now off to my she-shed to try this technique again. Thank you!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Oh, I'd love to have me a HeShed.

[@tinawheaton270]

David, thank you for all the information you share. I have learned so much from your videos. Thank you again

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Glad to hear it Tina. It is my pleasure.

[@franlewis8906]

Hi David! Good to see you! Thanks for this information - again, I learned a lot! You’re a little star! xx 🎉

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

So nice of you Fran.

[@mariontheantiquarian7849]

First, both are beautiful. Second, great tutorial… thank you… Kim

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Thanks so much!

[@Lee-Anne-ow3uo]

Great information,and love the colours,thank you 😊

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Thanks so much Lee-Ann

[@missh8008]

Another great tutorial. Thank you for being so generous to us novices ❤

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Happy to help my friend.

[@missh8008]

@@LeftBrainedArtist bless you. Your videos are greatly appreciated

[@jmorgan8640]

Thank you so much for this video! I am just beginning and have a lot of dumb questions I'm sure! You explain things very well and I really appreciate it! Love your work!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Glad to help. Good luck!

[@bostonbutterfly4473]

I swear every time I have a question and I start researching, in comes my man LBA to save the day, every time. 👍🏼

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

If you ever have a question I don't answer let me know. I am always looking for new video ideas.

[@bostonbutterfly4473]

@@LeftBrainedArtist So far you’ve covered them all! I’ll be sure to let you know if anything new pops up. Thank you David! 🙂

[@janmaulMansfield5436]

I really struggle with this technique. I can't thank you enough David for all of your videos. You have helped me immensely, I have learned so much from you. Going to keep trying because of this video. You are the bomb!!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

So glad to help Jan. You can do it!

[@camilleinpittsburgh9687]

Just a suggestion: I purchased a cordless air duster that you would use to blow dust off/out of your electronics and it works perfectly for blowing paint on my glass projects! It has 3 speeds and comes with adapters for air flow control and USB cable for charging. Holds a charge for hours too. 😃

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

I'll have to take a peak at one of those. Thanks Camille.

[@ShriyaAnupam]

Can you please share the link of that duster?

[@gloriagiefer3013]

That is beautiful and just with the few colors it is amazing I'll have to try that when I start doing my Dutch pour

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

They definitely don't need a ton of colors.

[@gloriagiefer3013]

@@LeftBrainedArtist I don't think I can't use that small blue dryer for Dutch pours because it only has high hot air setting, I guess I'll have to try and find a concentrator for my regular dryer that has cool, hot and three settings for air pressure, where could I find a concentrator would I have to go to Amazon

[@ljdiben7774]

This was EXTREMELY helpful!! Thank you!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

You're so welcome LJ.

[@debrabowers8652]

Awesome tutorial, thank you so much! I always love these!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

You are so welcome Debra.

[@glendanunez]

Wow amazing informative no many artists explains the difference i learning a lot today glad i found your videos ❤thank you so much 😊

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

You are so welcome!

[@Liquidcanvas-slc]

Transparent layers. That explains the look you get🤔. I appreciate how you brake it down. "Appreciating you!"🙂

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Glad to help.

[@PaintWithPencil]

It's fun to watch you create and I love that top brighter one. Your explanations have almost convinced me I should get into paint pouring... one day. 😁

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

You can come to my hosue and do a pour any time!

[@SnarkasticSunny]

Me too. Ha-ha! I do "poor paintings" ~ not the same thing! Am trying tho...

[@sohinimukherjee2595]

Great video ! They're so much informative and helpful for people who are new to this art form!!! Keep doing the great work 👍

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Thank you so much 😀

[@evie6183]

I am having a ton of fun learning the dutch pour technique...I have that exact small blow dryer and I love it as I feel more in control of what I'm doing...that big one looks a tad scary lol....your videos are so awesome..thanks again!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Awesome to hear you having fun with Dutch Pours. The big ones are a little more intimidating for sure but they are also very rewarding to do. Don't be afraid to try.

[@SorayaZiziArtist]

Very informative! I used to use water all the time but found it was hit and miss on getting cracks. Once I started using floetrol, I never got another crack. I always use a larger hairdryer with various settings and a fine diffuser. Thanks for sharing!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Thanks for sharing Soraya.

[@noemisartcorner841]

They both turned out great. Thank you 🙏🏽

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Thanks Noemi. I do like how they ended up.

[@normajeanprice6158]

I had to chuckle at myself as I started to watch this. My first try at a Dutch pour I had paint on floor, walls, clothes and anything else that was close 😅. This was helpful and I may try again, haven't attempted it since, but with your expert advice I'll give it a go.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Let me know how it goes Normajean.

[@leahrolan1265]

I still have spots on my ceiling!!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

@@leahrolan1265 Oh wow. You got enthusiastic didn't you? I applaud the energy you brought to that pour!

[@tracyvision]

The cool setting? Either I’m not paying attention or other people doing Dutch pour tutorials aren’t mentioning or stressing that enough. Another very informative video. Thank you!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Yeah, heat can make the surface dry really fast and you start to get waves in the paint and you'll get funky drying and more cracks than normal if you use heat more than a second or two in any particular section.

[@paulwalton1844]

I'm right there with you! I had been using heat and getting top layer dryer faster and only recently learned to use the cold setting instead...

[@AMonteioism]

I really still struggling with this technique as an old man, but I will never give up. Thanks for sharing. Obrigado.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Keep it up. It took me a while to get also.

[@kathibecker5351]

Another good one David.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Thanks Kathi.

[@lizymojica5676]

So this explains why it splatters!! 🤦🏻‍♀️😂 still in trial and error mode 😅thank you for this 🙌🏼

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Trial and error is the best teacher Lizy.

[@lizymojica5676]

@@LeftBrainedArtist thank you!! 🙌🏼🙏🏼

[@flowartbyjimbruce4399]

Ditto on all comments!!!!!!!!! Great lesson!!!!!!!!!!! Thanks.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

My pleasure Jim. Thanks for watching.

[@lzfluidart8315]

Thanks for sharing, great info!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Thanks for watching and continuing to watch my friend.

[@SnarkasticSunny]

I like both, but am partial to the 1st painting... I love colors!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Good choice!

[@LovinUinAlabama]

Thank you for explaining the hairdryer diffuser. The item you linked is not available on Amazon. And I almost purchased a different brand that doesn’t have a uniform diffuser. Thank you Mr. Left Brain 🧠

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Thanks for letting me know! I'll be sure to update the link.

[@cristinapalomeque5649]

I hope you do this demonstrations in color no wait

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

😅

[@lisadumas6422]

I got the Drew Barrymore flower blow dryer when the green one win everybody was using it and it doesn't have a cool all it has is high and low. And also I have never tried them before creative inspirations Jerry's had a 30 pack on sale I was just getting ready to mix me up a few colors never have used them so I guess we'll see thanks for the tips very much appreciated.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Glad to help Lisa.

[@EverettAlexander]

You posted a critique of some of my early artwork. Thank you for your generous comments. May I submit the newest ones? May I submit the newest ones?

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

We aren't doing any more of those types of videos any time soon. You are welcome to send them directly to me at the email on my contact page leftbrainedartist.com/contact and I am happy to help as best I can.

[@carrieholdthemaccountable]

Appreciate you 😁

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Thanks Carrie.

[@cynthiaelesevandyke-melcho1864]

Cool 😎

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Thanks Cynthia. I do like hwo they turned out.

[@dalialovesdoggies4361]

If I would use a smaller hair dryer(more narrow 'nozzle'), would that create more narrow 'branches'?

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

yes, I have mini hair dryer I used for more fine details and then my mouth or a straw for the really fine areas.

[@auntiehollyd6395]

Do you have to use the diffuser attachment thing? I don't have one right now but I'll get one soon. Would just a hair dryer work or not? Probably not huh?

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

It will work but the stream is not as focused so it is harder to get the paint to move on a more horizonal pattern.

[@teresapay4862]

I really appreciate your tutorials. The left-brained approach works for me (I’m a science teacher, also in Utah). How do you scrape and reuse paints that flow off. I’m so confused!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

As long as there isn't dried paint or anything where drips go you can scrape that up and put it in a sealed container. It usually turns a brow grey color so that is nice for flow externder or as a base paint (which you won't see much of).

[@lucarenzoni1064]

Hi! To get the vibrant color you say you used the same mix of colors, right? The difference is due to the QUANTITY of color you put on the canvas? Did I get it right? Thanks!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

In these cases it was the thickness of the paint. I tried to put the same amount of paint of the three different thicknessess/consistencies. However, quantity will affect it also just like you say.

[@rlawson8481]

I am really having a hard time getting the results that you got here, or anywhere close to it. I have used both size blow dryers. Mainly, I am not getting the paint to flow like you just did. Could this mean that my paint is still too thick? Would appreciate feedback.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

If the paint isn't moving with the small hair dryer it is too thick for sure.

[@bjornviir3333]

How is the Utah Jazz basketball.... i remember in the Jordan era they were really good.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

They just traded away all their good players. Rebuild year again. Pretty much the story of our lives as a small market team.

[@amandabutcher1519]

If doing paint and water only, what would the ratio be in order to not break down the paint? I know golden heavy body would be different than creative inspirations or liquitex etc

[@jaalabroome4231]

I don't usually use a ratio because heavy body paints require more water than cheaper paints. I've found that Creative inspiration doesn't hold up as well with just water. It breaks down anyway. So I mix Amsterdam or Arteza to keep CI intact. Make sure to just expirament.

[@jaalabroome4231]

C.I also muds together a lot with just water.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Pretty much depends on the paint. You wouldn't want to go more than 60/40 (paint/water) for most paints. Heavy body will be more as the Ja'ala mentioned.

[@cynthiaking5308]

Good morning LBA. Another good one. You used to never add Floetrol. How come you recently started to use it now?

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

I use mostly Floetrol and Glue because they are cheap and that is what my viewers generally do also. Floetrol is better for cells and glue for other techniques. Just depends on my mood and what exeriment I am trying.

[@cristinalaporte9391]

Hi Can you help me, I found some problems with Dutch bloom. I used a liquid consistency and in the end the paint cracked all over. I decided to make another one with a slightly thicker consistency. The same problem with a little less cracking. It's possible that the consistency of the base is thicker than the other colors it can do that, or it's something else. I made on a piece of wood. I only have problems with the Dutch Bloom. Please help me, it's quite frustrating.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

The quality of the base paint is the most likely problem. What medium and type of paint did you use for the base?

[@danielmaryakhin3057]

Stronger hair dryers were giving me too much color splatters. Bought a weaker one and it works better for me. The salesman in the electronics store couldn't understand why I insisted on having a low watt hairdryer over the cheaper high watt ones he was offering :D

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Yup. It's an oddity for us pouring artists for sure Daniel.

[@crazyoldbat]

how does the light fastness hold up when you use just water in the paint? Doesn't it break down some kind of chemical composition in the Paint? Question, can you do an acrylic pour on/in a resin project? example, I'm doing a resin tray, coaster etc. and i want to do a pour .I pour half the depth of Resin and let it set then pour my paint as if i'm doing a Canvas. How long do I need to allow the Paint to set before I finish pouring the Resin covering the Paint? Thank you for showing the differences in dryers too. There's a channel on here where the person is pushing expensive airbrushes to do that with. (yes she has an amazon store where she's selling them)

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

You can totally pour on resin. I would leave at least 2 weeks for the paint to dry and cure. The larger the painting to more time it woudl need. Lightfastness will suffer some with getting thinned with water. Nothing like a full color wash (kind of like watercolor). If you use good paints and don't put the painting in direct sunlight it will still last lifetimes I beleive.

[@robertprescott9577]

I struggle with mixing colors, some use just water, some use floetrol, what's best?? Or does it depend on the style you want?

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

I would always use the same for all your paints. All just paint and water or all floetrol paint and water. Don't mix and match those two. it just depends on what you are doing. I actually like Fleotrol with most things best as I get little cells and it mixes and gives more mystery colors.

[@ally8490]

Great video David! Do you use the stir stick to control the flow? Would you be open to creating a wave using this technique?

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

The flow out of the cup? No I don't use a stir stick. I have been meaning to do a wave for a while. I'll add it to my content idea list (although I think it is already there).

[@ally8490]

@@LeftBrainedArtist you do have a stick in the cup when you pour, I'm wondering why?

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

@@ally8490 Ah, I see what you mean. I like having my stick right there so I can scrap the edges if I use all the paint (which I normally do but I didn't on this paintinig). Some people put the stick in the path of the pour to make it not come out so fast or fall so far without getting slowed down. That I don't do. Haven't found it helpful.

[@uriurg9857]

I REALLY struggle with hair dryers and never got any decent result. Are you saying lower or higher watt is better? I like the vibrate version you did, but don’t understand what you mean by “flood colour”. Thanks a lot.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

The flood color is the base color. In this case it was white. If I had a split canvas with white and black the white and black would b e the flood colors.

[@SnarkasticSunny]

@@LeftBrainedArtist i wondered that too, since "Flood" also the name on Floetrol jug. Is 'flood' a thicker base of paint (like a big puddle?)

[@limorebadin5075]

I tried blowing with the hairdryer and the paint splattered all over the kitchen and floor. What did I do wrong?

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Either the blow dryer was on too high of a setting or you got too close the canvas. I go high and slow first to see if it will move the paint. I move down and if I get withint 3 inches or so and it still isn't moving the paint then I back up and go higher speed and do the same testing over till I get my paint just barely moving.

[@limorebadin5075]

@@LeftBrainedArtist will try it. Thank you

[@amytalbert2911]

Sooo... I'm technology challenged and I can't find the link to the small hairdryer. Will you please reply with it? Thank you so much.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Mini Hair Dryer - amzn.to/3BzSHFT

[@amytalbert2911]

@@LeftBrainedArtist thank you!

[@rogerjames6956]

Nice one ,Dave Roger in uk be safe M8.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Thanks Roger. You too!

[@dijoyjoe]

Thank you, I can see where I've gone wrong lol.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Glad to help. I know I've had plenty of struggles with this technique.

[@backinbostonsusan6397]

I have 2 blowdryers. Does anyone know if there's a universal dispenser???

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

I don't know of a universal adapter.

[@JRLittleArt]

Wattage refers to the heat output not the airflow. That being said larger dryers do move more air.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

👍👍

[@jeanfitzgerald4673]

I had a friend take the heating element out of mine so it wasn't drying the paint as I used it

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

. . . that is a GREAT idea. Why didn't I think of that? Thanks Jean!

[@melanieanderson264]

It's not a defuser. It's a concentrator. A defuser is a round attachment with picks or points, used especially to keep the natural curl in when blowing hair dry. Much love!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Sorry, you are absolutely right. I buzz my head and have for 30 years so hair dryers aren't my specialty. Obviously. 😉

[@padian777]

10:28 i hate when these dots appear

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Just have to mix up your paints and let them sit for a few hours so the air bubbles go away. That will get rid of most of them. Also, don't torch if you don't want them. Me popping the bubbles created most of them.

[@jaalabroome4231]

I would encourage you to try different paints. You would get better results

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Oh I will. I try to use different ones as I make these videos.

[@dalialovesdoggies4361]

....but I was told that water only will eventually crack

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Only if you use too much water which is generally thought to be about 50% water and 50% paint. Each paint's strength is slightly different so the amount of water you can add it also slightly different.

[@dalialovesdoggies4361]

@@LeftBrainedArtist many thanks

[@jeanniethomas2806]

Wish you would use a dark color to show us

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

I have done dark in the past. What exactly are you hoping to learn or what questions are you hoping to get answered for a dark background?

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/naCaZ3-nfLSDjKs an example of a dark dutch pour

[@quantumexplorations3283]

Why on Earth would you do this demo starting with white on white?

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Because that is what I was using for my base. I demoed that same thing later with the colors.