How I Mix My Paint 2020: A Complete Guide + Dirty Cup Straight Pour

Acrylic Pour Painting Fluid Art Abstract Art How I Mix My Paint Tutorial With Straight Pour Dirty Cup
Hello Friends!
Several viewers have been asking how I mix my paint, so today we will do an in depth explanation of how and what I use and why.
I have a few different brands of paint: Liquitex Basics, Artists Loft, DecoArt and a Folk Art Treasure Gold.
Colors
Liquitex Basics
Dioxizine Purple
Artist's Loft
Ultramarine Blue
DecoArt Americana Decor
Metallics
24K Gold
Satin Enamels
Pure White with some
Artist's Loft
Flow Acrylic White
Folk Art
Treasure Gold Series
Antique Copper
Pouring Medium
Liquitex Gloss
Medium & Varnish
Paint + a bit of Water
Floetrol
THERE IS NO SILICONE IN ANY OF MY PAINT
I mix the paint with Liquitex Gloss Medium & Varnish and Floetrol.
After everything is mixed up, I use those paints in a Dirty Cup Straight Pour..
I hope you guys enjoy this video, and that I answered some questions you may have had.. if not, please ask me in the comments. I will do my best to answer all of them.
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Much love and light to you all
~Mina, HoA and ZenKitty 🐾
#HowIMixMyPaint2020
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#DirtyCupStraightPour

[@angiesartkraftykreations3677]

Hey there Mina. So I’ve been trying to find the liquitex gloss and varnish and can only seem to find one or the other. Where do you get yours or are you using something else? Thank you so kindly in advance 😁🦋

[@MinaVillegasArt]

Hi Angie! The product 'Liquitex Gloss Medium & Varnish' has been renamed to now be 'Liquitex Gloss Medium'. They removed the word Varnish because they don't want it used as a Varnish. The label is also a bright green sticker now.. It still has the varnish in it, and dries with a beautiful luster and sheen. (If you want just a Varnish, use Liquitex High Gloss Varnish). I don't add anything but paint and Floetrol. I hope this clarifies things. (Don't pay more for the old sticker, its the same stuff in the bottle with a 'new' name.) Here is a link for it on Amazon. www.amazon.com/dp/B092MLY228/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_glt_fabc_61FXDTHG8R2A0EFVBRZH?psc=1

[@angiesartkraftykreations3677]

@@MinaVillegasArt oh thank you so so much Mina, I knew there was a reason I couldn’t find it lol 😝! Totally makes sense as to why they changed the name. I was only looking for it to try your recipe, I like to use resin to finish my paintings. I did get a bottle of the gloss varnish so I may try it, just to see. I like the consistency that you get with the gloss medium but that can get spendy. I’ll have to see if I can get a good consistency with just floetrol and paint. Thank you for the link, very helpful. Happy pouring my friend 🦋🤗

[@MinaVillegasArt]

Youre very welcome Angie! It's definitely more economical if you buy it by the gallon. I decant it into two half gallon bottles so it's easier to use.. you don't need much, a gallon even lasts me a good while!

[@angiesartkraftykreations3677]

@@MinaVillegasArt you’re the best! So much more economical, on the hunt for a larger size, 16oz was all they had at Michael’s. Gotta love their sweet deals and rewards program, lol! I hope you and HoA have a lovely day my friend 🦋🤗

[@BrianMiddleton_FluidArt]

@@MinaVillegasArt Hi, MIna! I'm binging on your paintings recently. You never mention a protective coat of varnish or other topcoat. Is that because the pouring medium + varnish is protection enough? I'm looking for any way to simplify the process! Thanks and virtual hugs from Philadelphia.

[@ShelbyJones-u4p]

You're a natural teacher, and I love your giggles!!! Thank you for being so thorough!

[@ohgr56]

I really appreciate how you went into detail about why you use the pm that you do. Understanding the way things work helps me improve my art. I love how your paintings come out and have wanted to try your technique and "recipe" for awhile now. Thanks for sharing this. You are a great teacher! 💖😺🐿

[@nancygoodling5864]

Learned so much from you today! I appreciate that you shared your secrets without charging for a MINA Course! ha Not only did you provide the ingredients and ratio's - but the why's. Makes it so much easier to remember - when you understand why you are adding this or using that product... Thanks again!

[@MinaVillegasArt]

You're very welcome Nancy ❤️

[@underwoodRN]

Thanks for the extra explanation and showing the paint mixing. Very helpful. I love that you name all your paintings. Your giggle is just a highlight, especially this week. Such a wonderful spirt you have. Thanks for sharing with us.

[@MinaVillegasArt]

Thank you so much for watching, I'm glad you found it helpful! Please take good care of yourself ❤️🙏🌷

[@Lexielouwho]

I'm so glad you addressed the plastic cup issue. I'm so sick of people trying to shame artists for using plastic vs paper without educating themselves of the reasons that paper isn't always more environmentally better. I have a septic system so as you've stated washing isn't good for it. People don't take into account all the negatives of paper products from cutting down trees. Sure paper breaks down faster than plastic but cutting down our trees causes more problems and I could list them but it would be way too long. It's all about trying to make your choices as environmentally conscious as can be and you've listed all the ways you have thought out all the effects your choice has created. Paper isn't always the best choice. I wish people would Google how cutting down our rainforests (to make these paper products they push) adversely effect our planet, from gas emissions, to loss of habitat for so many of our animals and insects. They don't take into account that loss of trees increases droughts. I could go on, but I just wish they'd Google and educate themselves on the issue before trying to shame others. Sorry, I just get so frustrated when I see or hear of the shaming going on. Kudoos to you for addressing the issue.

[@lullysmommyify]

I love how u showed how u mixed your paint and consistency. Love the colors and the outcome.

[@allandavidson9176]

Thank you for this videos showing why you use certain products. It is so good to have someone sharing their method, Your painting came out beautiful. Thanks again, Glenis

[@MinaVillegasArt]

You are so welcome!

[@debpool2992]

Your laugh and demeanor remind me of my friend that passed away a few years back. Thank you for that.

[@MinaVillegasArt]

Sending you love and light Deb ❤

[@jodid4373]

Beautiful painting! I really appreciate the mixing tutorial and most of all I just love your positive, uplifting attitude. Thank you, thank you!

[@christifischer462]

Thank you so much for the paint mix tutorial. It finally makes sense! I was always confused by all the other tutorial and frustrated by my sad cells...lol but now I know and look forward to my next pour. Love your videos. SO MUCH FUN!

[@MinaVillegasArt]

Hi Christi! I'm so glad you found it helpful!! Thank you so much for watching! 💗

[@luluspittles5424]

Thank you so much. You have been extremely generous with your experience and I love your humor. Squirrels!

[@MsNavigatelife]

Girl...I needed this! My first project yesterday wouldn't hardly move. Must have been too thick. Scraped it all off. Oh well, trial and error. 🤷‍♀️ Thank you so much for your help. Love your giggles and your work. 👩‍🎨

[@MinaVillegasArt]

Thank you Susan! Did it work out better on the 2nd try?

[@RebekahSue]

Going back to earlier videos of all my favorite artists, taking notes like I did when I started pouring. Thank you so much for your help!

[@kathygardell3898]

I have to say I love your spirit and you are fun to watch but also very informative and very easy to understand. I appreciate the way you explain the materials. As a beginner, it is easy to get overwhelmed with info and I find I come back to you often because of your style. Thank You!!

[@MinaVillegasArt]

Thanks Kathy! ❤❤❤

[@marybethshepherd2367]

Thanks so much for generously sharing your acquired knowledge. Have to tell you, you have a great laugh. Love your back and forth with your husband. Beautiful work and heart.

[@MinaVillegasArt]

Thank you so much Marybeth! 🥰

[@leoamaya1818]

First & foremost I jus discovered you and I recently subscribed. Love your shirt & thank you for sharing. I started pouring 3 years ago & it’s been very, very helpful for the daily stresses of my life. Mental health is very, very dire & im sure art saves lives. Regardless I just wanted to thank you for sharing your recipe & know that your art is magical. I love your originality & thank you ☺️

[@MinaVillegasArt]

Thank you Leo! If you ever have any questions please don't hesitate to ask! ❤️

[@pattyofarrell7489]

Beautiful. Love watching you pour, it's so relaxing. Great job.

[@margaritaroger-pico8485]

I love your spiritual Dirty pour/ ring pour lol. These videos gives us many ideas on improving our paintings... thank you.

[@Bookhart2]

So! 2 years later I’ve discovered this VERY informative video. Thank you! I’m going back up to your most recent to ask questions. Love this painting.

[@knottedgems5835]

ID LOVE LOVE LOVE to see you do a different style. Your so talented at these pours , it’s be fun to see a new style.

[@MinaVillegasArt]

Hi there! I have a bunch of playlists organized by technique and by size.. have a great day 🌞

[@luiferg9415]

Your joy in paining is so contagious... as well as you laugh... both are in a perfect composition with your paintings. I enjoyed this video... your lessons and what-the-heck face with bugs and unwanted drippings... LOL... but most important is how you solved those surprises and blended them into the painting as if it was all part of the original plan.

[@777tadpole]

Mina I have really enjoyed watching your videos. I love your attitude and positive thinking. Some on here do great painting but its almost torture to listen to them complaining the whole time. I do not like to sound mean.....but.....I have learned a lot watching you . I am new to this.....well have poured about 50 and I think I learn on every one. It hvias been a God send to me since all this virus and having to stay home all the time. I am older and cannot chance it, so what a blessing to watch all the painting.

[@debbietucker5086]

Thank you so much for your instructions on how you mix your paint and the mediums you use. This has helped me a lot. I love your paintings. They are so cool and beautiful.

[@claudiaduke6189]

Thank you for all the mixing explanations and consistencies. I really appreciate it and am excited to try it out.

[@paradisemaryann]

Your smile and laugh always make my day!

[@shannonturner5269]

Thank you so much for telling us your recipe and not only that but explained why you do it that way and how things work...you are super awesome to learn from...I love the colors in this painting!! Stunning!!

[@MinaVillegasArt]

Thank you so much! ❤️

[@charlenerich6363]

Fantastic pour. Love the colors and interest. Great pour. Thanks

[@reneeboscarillo2621]

I’ve learned sooooo much by this tutorial.... thank you

[@ellenjent4956]

Thank you Mina for sharing your pouring mixtures, as I am new to pouring. I love how this came out, so vibrant. Be safe as well.

[@annemiekebelgraver7400]

Wonderful with the antique copper!

[@nangalakojanwoodley4178]

I so love watching your videos Mina. You make everything so fun, happy and good. Thank you from Queensland Australia.

[@altripodo]

Thanks Mina for taking the time to show us how you mix your paints. I had been wondering what the benefits were of using both the floetrol and the pouring medium together and you explained that beautifully and in a simple way to understand. I’ve recently just been using floetrol with my paints but I’m a little excited now to try the pouring medium in the mix as well to see what different results I may achieve. The main thing I struggle with are colour combinations and contrasts but that’s just a learning process I know. Thank you for sharing your wisdom and for your gorgeous laugh...it always makes me chuckle!! Take care and keep safe.

[@josiecapps2555]

You’re not only a great teacher, you’re such a kick to watch, always a joy❣️

[@cathyherbisonwiget7887]

Mina, Thank you so much for explaining why you need the liquitex pouring medium for the polymers, and for explaing why my cells lose shape with just floetrol! Lastly, it was a brilliant comment about you pour from up high-more bubbles, so more cells. You are so cute and funny-but really know what you’re doing. You’re wonderful!

[@Thelanyardnecklace]

I love your paintings and watching you paint! And I love your laugh! 😉😊

[@christy7635]

Thanks for the class :) Explanations on Floetrol, pouring medium and different weights in paints. I am a newbie and really appreciate the info. I love watching your videos along with HOA and you!

[@lillianaravena4556]

Thanks for sharing. I love how you explain why you do things.

[@hawes-wintersart]

Mina, I learned so much from this video. Thank you so much.

[@karenarnold9216]

Great information, like your pouring technique and results!

[@kims6860]

Thanks for sharing how you mix up your paint!

[@aditisheth597]

Hi Mina loved the straight pour.. thank you so much for such clear detailed video on mixing paints.. this helps so much..specially us beginners. I have few questions 1) how much paint mix do I make to pour on a particular sized canvas? Does the volume poured on canvas change with different techniques - tree ring/ straight pour/flip cup? 2) you mentioned while mixing paints in measuring cup that you want 24k gold to sink in. Why would you want to sink certain colors? 3) what happens if my flow extender becomes thinner then expected? Thicken it to right consistency or use it just like that? Should my flow extender color sink while mixing and checking with stick or leave a little mount 4) why do we sink the colors in middle in measuring cup for straight pour and not layer like in tree ring pour Sorry for my silly questions.. I am very new to doing and learning art. Thank you so much in advance for all your help and right guidance. Stay healthy and safe

[@marcialiepold8034]

Thank you so much for suggesting this video, I hope I can do a pour half as pretty as yours👍👌

[@bonniebarnhart386]

Thanks for much for this tuturiol. I just bought the Liquidtex pm. Thanks for explaining why you use it. I've learned so much from you.

[@CarolynDenison]

You have done it again. Your such an inspiration. I'm going to do a ring pour, but wreck it before I tilt. Here we goooooooo.

[@grown_woman_who_loves_rain4172]

Phenomenal painting!!! I am looking forward to beginning acrylic pouring, but still want to learn more first.. your video was very entertaining, and I appreciate how much you've taught me, from this one video alone, without charging, like some others out there... I love how upbeat and positive you are, and look forward to learning more from you! Stay safe and healthy!!!

[@nighteagle317]

Thanks for the advice Mina! Your painting is wonderful! Cheers, Paige C.

[@dmilkey1]

I always have to smile when I see you bring out your 'torch'. That is one massive torch. Great I bet for your very large paintings. Love your work and thank you for explaining your mix. Helps me understand so much more as I get ready to do a custom 24" x 48" this week.

[@dmilkey1]

Watched this again, so a Quick question. I have mixed 70% Glue All and 30% Water. Added about 60% of that medium to 40% paint. Can I now add Floetral and how much? These are 5oz total of the medium/paint. Thank you so much.

[@paulinedobbins8136]

Love your sweater almost as much as I love your work. I follow your art with fascination. Fondest love from Ireland 💕☘️

[@MinaVillegasArt]

Thank you so much Pauline 🙏😘🥰❤

[@vonellevanzant237]

Loved the education on mixing and the difference in pouring medium and flotrol. Thank you!

[@angelortega7708]

Gorgeous!! Thank you for sharing all the information! I love watching your videos!!

[@MinaVillegasArt]

Thank you Angel ❤️

[@barbarabilleter4818]

Awesome information. Thanks very much. Love your art!

[@littlefeather9709]

Mina, I don't comment much but I enjoyed your tutorial. Surprised to see a smaller canvas instead of a ginormous one. Although 16x20 is big for me. I'm a 12x12 type of pour person. The golden cells next to the center looked yellow to me but I know you didn't have yellow. I saw a marlin fish just over to the left of the golden strands on the right. And I saw a pelican with the triangle eye. Lol.. you did really great. Thank you so much. Learned a lot. Be safe. We don't have sun either in NE Tennessee. Just clouds and rain. Coming from the west coast going east to me. Yuk. I'm a solar gal.

[@carolebrown8332]

Beautiful! I did love hte beautiful galaxy you had at first

[@kittyhawkinsaddart1356]

While you’re stirring I’m singing Whip it whip it real good (salt n props) 🤣🤣🤣

[@MinaVillegasArt]

😂😂😂😂 yo yo baby pop hey come give us a kiss 😘 Thank you for watching and making me laugh ❤️

[@lullysmommyify]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@margaretmurray7697]

Thank you so much for all the good information. I haven't done a lot, and you have been most helpful.

[@marywaspe]

Thanks for the explanations very helpful.. I love this pour..

[@shawnpierce5203]

Thank you for sharing how you mix your paint. Love to watch you work!

[@karen.hendershot8131]

Very pretty like the composition and your colors they're happy and help make me happy and continue to be happy for me thank you

[@judyhyland682]

It dried beautifully

[@annehebert6959]

Thank you for the great explanation....I love how you explain the "science" behind it all. You are a wonderful teacher. Thank you..

[@marilynroberts1524]

this answered sooooo many questions i love your work and watching you you are awesome ive been doing this for 5 months so you answered so much thank you

[@debbielight4449]

Loved watching you mix your paints it really opened. My eyes up and realized i was doing it wrong soo thank you loved the painting you did

[@adamaepg413]

Thank you for your recipe. Beautiful color combo.

[@fernglover8650]

Wonderful video. Love your humor.

[@kalina663]

I want to thank you for this extremely helpful video. I really needed a tutorial explained so easily for a newby👍😊 You are an amazing artist❗️

[@patriciasumic1517]

Very helpful as I’m a newbie at this information was really informative Thankyou

[@laurienye7514]

Thank you very much for telling me what to do with Liq. pouring med. I love how you let us know what to do when things happen. I love your art.

[@marystewart8905]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge on mixing up the paints, and the reason why you mix them the way you do. Love the colors.

[@shatarawatley7408]

Hi Mina. I always reference this video while mixing paints. You encourage me to not always use a food scale. You are a great teacher and I always appreciate your nuggets of information. Thank you again for blessing us with your skills.

[@donnamoore1648]

Invaluable information. I just started using a liquid creamer for iced coffee and these jugs are perfect for my liquitex gloss medium and varnish

[@karl-friedrichjagau9974]

Great tutorial video how to mix the paints and awesome pouring outcome Mina👍🏻⭐️🙂

[@sherrysmith3313]

Beautiful painting Mima. I loves purple and pick love both pic. 💗💜

[@janetgerney2094]

Thank you for the tutorial on how you mix your paints, answered a lot of questions I had. I am ready to move into using the Liquitex pm, but I didn't feel comfortable investing that much $$ without knowing how to use it properly. Beautiful colors, interesting painting! Again, thank you for sharing your knowledge!

[@MinaVillegasArt]

Thank you so much Janet, I'm so glad that you found it helpful! Very smart to wait and do some research before investing in pouring medium, it can get pricey. If you have any more questions at all please feel free to ask or you can message me on messenger. Thank you again for watching and I hope you have a great day ❤️

[@deniseshepherd1667]

Hello there, i'm a newbie to painting and hoping to have a go whilst in Covid 19 isolation in the UK. Thank you for explaining how to mix the paint. Tomorrow begins a new hobby. x

[@MinaVillegasArt]

Hi Denise! Welcome to my channel! I wish you the best of luck, prepare to have a lot of fun!! Please stay safe and take good care of yourself ❤️

[@deniseshepherd1667]

@@MinaVillegasArt Thank you, you stay safe too. x

[@sandraconlan9133]

thank you so much for your great mind just love you for giving your knolage how paint and mediams work together

[@chrismcwilliams5175]

It's another beauty, Thanks for all the info, loving the Celtic music. I"m not jealous of you being in CA anymore, after seeing bugs. I am in Northern Ontario with the snow, I am going to enjoy no bugs for quite a while yet.Thanks 🇨🇦

[@karen.hendershot8131]

Very pretty I like the composition of the colors they have my favorite colors you did a very wonderful job in a nice job very pretty

[@chrissyfrancis8952]

I’ve gotten 3 dozen ready made Pourage Posse paints in the last few months (by Christina Welch) excellent break on my sore hands, but learned something. Her paints held shapes perfectly in dips, tho idk all the ingredients, she told me to add my Liquitex PM & PVA, then paint(I never put paint directly in the cup-thanks to Mina long ago) & Floetral. Thank u Mina! Love learning something watching my favorite artists! I can’t watch a Mina-HoA vid without a huge smile on my face! Such a bright spot in these stressful times!

[@MinaVillegasArt]

Wow pouring medium *and* pva glue? I bet it hold the shapes lol 😁 I've done that too, in Desert Sunbird, I added GlueAll to my mix because I wanted the rings to stay nice.. It's always so cool to learn how people mix up their recipes.. Thank you for watching my dear Chrissy, you are one in a million! ❤️ Stay safe and please take very good care of yourself!

[@chrissyfrancis8952]

Mina Villegas Art I know, I’ve only ever added PVA to thicken up thin paints, esp Golden’s fluids, but Christina was kind enough to tell me how she mixes her paints(there’s something else in them for shipping but doesn’t effect consistency). I’m practicing for an 18x24, bidirectional/ribbon pour with greens, teals, blues, & purples (17 colors), overlapping colors & don’t want mixing. My practice piece held all the colors.

[@JuleeChristensen]

Oooh pretty! The antique copper reminds me of black cherry. Loving how this piece turned out. Did you know crows, a murder as they're known in large groups, is a good luck sign. So if you see them hanging out, good things are in store. Of course, watching you paint is a good thing 😍 Stay healthy, well and a week into this new life, sane. Thank you

[@suekleinschmidt5949]

Gorgeous painting Mina! I love those colours together! You have a fantastic laugh and you always make me feel happy. Keep your great videos coming please 😀💜🐨🤗😘

[@anndwandner3664]

Great video. I’ve learned so much. Thank you 😊

[@lindaferguson6661]

Thank you for explaining your mixture.

[@missbabyj9119]

I've been thru so many recipe and mixing videos and this, BY FAR, has been the most helpful, and simple (simple in a good way 🙂)!! So thank you, I've just started out and I admire all of you that make these vids and share your art, I am waayyy too afraid!!

[@gloriasgallery820]

Thank you for showing us how you mix your paints! I really struggle with that! Love the pour! Really love the dried results!

[@MinaVillegasArt]

Thank you so much Gloria! I'm so glad you found it helpful ❤️

[@karinegdorf9112]

Mina, thank you so much for this tutorial. You answered my questions regarding the addition of the gloss medium and varnish. I always wondered why your paints show the bling when mine don't. I have been using only the Floetrol. Thanks for all the help.

[@ceciliabrooks201]

I really like the end results.

[@allisonshae]

Awesome information! You have an infectious laugh and spirit! Made my day...Thank you!

[@rosadominy1723]

Thanks for demonstrating your recipe. I like yours the best of all. That's the recipe I will be using for now on. Thanks so much!

[@evie6183]

Lovely painting and you sure would put anyone in a good mood!! :)

[@SoulStitch1111]

Thank you for your explanations & guidance. I learned a lot. I must admit I preferred the original image before adding all the white. I could see a planet in the center with stars and nebula et all around it. Then all the beautiful copper purple disappeared. *sad face* You are a wonderful inspiration. Thank you again.

[@pamdirnberger7231]

Beautiful! I learned a lot. Thank you! ❤️👏🏻

[@pattyhansen9073]

A much needed dose of information! Beautiful results too!

[@vickichristie3450]

Your color choices are always Beautiful. Your tutorial has answered a ton of questions I’ve had. Thank you so much for your expertise!

[@emilieb3695]

Thank you Mina. This is very helpful to me. I also appreciate how you went into so much detail. I LOVE your work!

[@Grateful2Him]

You are a breath of fresh air❤️

[@MinaVillegasArt]

Thank you so much! 💓

[@klartistic]

Great lesson and bonus video at the end 👌

[@kathyjohnson5097]

Thanks for showing how you mix your paints! They look so creamy. Yet another pretty painting!! Stay healthy!

[@rhondamiller5743]

Thank you Mina. You are truly a joy to watch. Love your talent. You make everything look easy. Keep having fun with your Art. It's priceless. Rhonda.

[@ilonagava4620]

Awesome explanation, thank you so much 😊❤