9 Tips and tricks for dot mandala painting for beginners. A must watch Dot Mandala Master class.

9 Tips and tricks for dot mandala painting for beginners. A must watch Dot Mandala Master class.
Dot painting is an art form in which beautiful designs and mandalas are created using dotting tools and acrylic paints.
Hello everyone!
Welcome to kraftaria. My name is sarika and today I am going to tell you all about dot painting. I am not an expert. I just love making dot mandalas. And from my experience and trial and run I would like to share these tips and tricks.
I started dot painting around 4 years ago. Actually I saw @elspeth Maclean’s work on internet and saw her videos on KZbin. As I am always keen of learning new things, I tried my hands in it and I absolutely loved it. Since then there was no going back. I learned by just trying and experimenting. Actually this art is very easy to learn. You just need interest and patience and you can be good at it in no time.
So in today’s video I will cover all the doubts and questions that people ask me. If you haven’t subscribed to my channel yet please go ahead and press that button.
0. Introduction - 0:00
1. Paints.
Consistency of the paint. 1:31
Thickening or thinning the paint. 3:40
Storing the paint. - 4:48
2. Tools homemade/ readymade- 5:14
Cleaning the tools - 6:22
3. Base. Background. - 7:11
4. Using Stencils for making guide lines. 7:44
5. Spacing between dots. - 8:13
6. Swooshes, swipes,petals, curve drops, tear drops 8:51
7. Using the cone - 9:48
8. Fixing the mistakes - 10:30
9. Sealing - 10:58
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Basic Dot painting classes-
Tips and tricks for dot painting
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How to make 3D dots-
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5 things to avoid in dot painting.
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How to make different shapes in dot painting.
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Practice class for space between dots and walking the dots.
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How to fix mistakes in dot painting.
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Homemade dotting tools
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How to make a cone
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[@ginacaballero9521]

Thank very much Sarika for this most important topic I really need to know...especially paint consistency!! Some paints I've purchased are quite thick and even when I add the acrylic medium, its still not the right one as you showed in your video!! Is there a ratio of medium and paint that I should follow? Thank you so much for your reply❤💕🌹

[@ginacaballero9521]

@@KraftariabySarika Thank you so much!!!!. I'll definitely try this method and try to see if I could get it to the consistency of pancake batter. Probably, I'm just not doing it right! A video on this subject is highly appreciated!😊😊

[@rajniarora9527]

Very good informations Thanku beta ji

[@KraftariabySarika]

Most welcome

[@callofdutygameplaybyswastik399]

Very useful video....thnx for sharing sarika

[@KraftariabySarika]

Welcome 😊

[@MISHI388]

so so pretty

[@KraftariabySarika]

Thanks!!

[@mantuartandcraft3879]

Wow very good👍👍👍

[@KraftariabySarika]

Thank you 😊

[@ambikaprakash689]

Very useful tips Thanks alot

[@KraftariabySarika]

Welcome 🤗

[@zalaks_art]

Very nice information .I jst love your content .very helpful to me

[@KraftariabySarika]

Thank you 😊

[@SreeRamCreations-iw3il]

Useful video thanks alot good explanation

[@mitachauhan7601]

Lovely

[@KraftariabySarika]

Thank you 😊

[@vaishnaviwagh5666]

Thnx..Bahot hi achhe se explain kia hai apne..

[@KraftariabySarika]

Thank you 😊

[@sunitikharbanda]

Wonderful explanations 💞

[@KraftariabySarika]

Thank you 😊

[@ushabedarker6306]

Nice video

[@KraftariabySarika]

Thank you 😊

[@bjartandcraft9704]

Excellent👍

[@KraftariabySarika]

Thank you 😊

[@user-eo6tc8ms5g]

Nice video mam

[@ppmm4693]

Beautiful explanation

[@KraftariabySarika]

😊😊

[@geethakuttalam8095]

Excellent explanation

[@KraftariabySarika]

Thank you 😊

[@genecreed]

All my diubts answered ..Thnks so much

[@KraftariabySarika]

Welcome 🤗

[@moneymaker9052]

SuPER!!!)

[@KraftariabySarika]

Thank you 😊

[@riyasartgalleria]

Thank you very much... This video is really helpful.

[@KraftariabySarika]

You’re welcome ☺️

[@Stephens8x6Workshop]

Very helpful, thank you

[@KraftariabySarika]

You’re welcome ☺️

[@sabahatkhan4526]

Hi, m new to this art.... lov lov lov ur video ....extremely helpful

[@KraftariabySarika]

Thank you 😊

[@dhruvipatel9201]

Thank you so much dear i really need this information you are awesome 🥰thank u

[@KraftariabySarika]

You’re welcome ☺️

[@roumabhautoo1310]

Thank you so much!

[@KraftariabySarika]

You’re welcome ☺️

[@truptirule6924]

Very nice vidio for bigginers.Here all things you tell about new comer for mandala art,👌👌👍👍👍

[@sravanin3819]

Your voice is very soothing......

[@KraftariabySarika]

Thank you 😊

[@cannabis1490]

"I'm not an expert..." Wow! I'd love to see your dot mandalas when you get to expert level.

[@KraftariabySarika]

😀😀

[@yurlincarley8410]

I thought the same, not expert ? Im washing your videos because I think your amazing on what you do dooooo. I will keep washing what you do till you become expert 🥰🥰🥰. Thank you so much for you time to teach us your amazing knowledge 🙏

[@KraftariabySarika]

😊😊😀

[@DawnDavidson]

Your bicycle is so beautiful! Thanks for sharing your tips. :)

[@KraftariabySarika]

😊😊

[@metagalacticone]

Thankssss alottt ....

[@KraftariabySarika]

Welcome 🤗

[@FathimaRukshana-ot5fm]

Thanks dr it’s very useful video ❤

[@staceythurston7370]

Incredible! You have an amazi g gift! Thanks for sharing

[@KraftariabySarika]

You’re welcome ☺️

[@LeisureSpace]

This is a complete guide for beginners... awesome tips... i was also inspired by elspeth mclean... her works are a dream😊

[@mitachauhan7601]

Very helpful video with all the information for making mandala art Thankyou 🎨👌😀

[@KraftariabySarika]

You’re welcome ☺️

[@selbar1]

Beautiful work you do. Thanks for sharing

[@KraftariabySarika]

You’re welcome ☺️

[@jalpadalal1278]

👍

[@KraftariabySarika]

Thank you 😊

[@sallyhawk8876]

Love watching you paint and love your tips. Thank you so much!

[@KraftariabySarika]

You’re welcome ☺️

[@fredrickzried5748]

Thank you so much!! I am dealing with a disability now in my life. I’m now at home a lot now.. Id really love to learn how to do .. I’ve started making a few on rocks and clay that I processed from a nearby creek.. your work is beautiful, so please any videos you may have to help me improve would be greatly appreciated!!! Thanks again

[@KraftariabySarika]

Welcome to my channel. Dot mandala art is really therapeutic. I hope it will help you and make you joyful.

[@2figuras]

Your voice is beautiful and so soothing. I wish I could have you as my GPS voice.

[@KraftariabySarika]

😀😀😀thank you

[@komalpahuja8552]

Very useful tips dear ☺ thanks for the sharing this awesome video with us... 🤝🏻 🤗

[@KraftariabySarika]

Welcome 😊

[@rmcplanthirebapsfontein6356]

Thank you for the great advise. The close-up shots help alot too. You make it seem so easy!

[@KraftariabySarika]

Thank you 😊

[@vale.konamore]

Thank you so much Sarika for all this precious info. Thank you for sharing it to all! 🙏

[@theresehoffman5592]

Very nice and informative video.

[@indubalaram7188]

Great job! Very well explained!

[@umerarehman4545]

Your video's are so helpful I have cleared my doubts thankyou

[@KraftariabySarika]

You’re welcome ☺️

[@heatherharolindow5052]

Good job. Thank you

[@taiybahshaikh1524]

Thank you so much Saarika for the informative video.❤️

[@KraftariabySarika]

Welcome 🤗

[@artgeometrix6346]

This is cool. Looks a bit like a shield belonging to a king.

[@gardengoddess1283]

You have such a talent! Your dot painting is breath taking!! Thank you for your tips!!

[@KraftariabySarika]

Thank you 😊

[@debstone4062]

I made a cone! Cones have changed my rock painting world. Thank you for your help. This has been one of my favorite tutorials

[@KraftariabySarika]

I am glad it worked out for you. 😊👍🏻

[@arpitachaudhuri3525]

Thanks Sarika..indeed a helpful video

[@KraftariabySarika]

You’re welcome 😇

[@ssbrunettechocolate-giftin8775]

Thanks for knowledge 👍🤗

[@KraftariabySarika]

Welcome 🤗

[@valentinaparaschiv9072]

Thank you very much, Sarika! You are amazing! 🌷💜☺

[@KraftariabySarika]

You’re welcome ☺️

[@Mandalasbaby]

I love your video! I have been dotting mandals for about a year and I LOVE IT! I hope I will continue to get better with practice. The tip you provided about the baby powder to thicken paint is very interesting. I can't wait to try it! I am getting ready to post some pics on pinterest and I would love some feedback from you...if possible. Thank you for sharing!

[@Anita211987]

Your work is wonderful. Thank you so much for the valuable tips

[@KraftariabySarika]

You’re welcome 😉

[@ActionCat2000]

I am just beginning to learn about dot painting, and this was very helpful to me. Thank you!

[@KraftariabySarika]

I m glad it’s helpful.

[@thunderbirdwomanjewelry1083]

Thank you for your information and tips!

[@KraftariabySarika]

You’re welcome 😊

[@eugeniagarciasantiago274]

THANKS A LOT!!!! FOR YOUR EFFORT AND GOOD WORK...FROM CANARY ISLAND (SPAIN)

[@KraftariabySarika]

You’re welcome ☺️

[@lisadrost1933]

Thanks for the tips!

[@KraftariabySarika]

Welcome 😊

[@snickerzzzb.m9276]

I'm amazed!! 😳 such beautiful art 🤩

[@KraftariabySarika]

Thank you 😊

[@moniqueracine1647]

Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge.

[@KraftariabySarika]

My pleasure 😇

[@habibahk]

😍

[@keerthieekajeyakumaran3846]

Thanks sister it very very useful tips

[@KraftariabySarika]

You’re welcome 😊

[@Peedee3030]

Thank you for your insight...wonderful

[@KraftariabySarika]

Thank you 😊

[@lynnarthur1411]

Exquisite work. Thanks for the inspiration. ❤️

[@KraftariabySarika]

You’re welcome ☺️

[@himanshuvikram]

Super

[@foxxysarah88]

I loved everything in this video! The different techniques and ways to make a stencil! Thank you so much for sharing your tips to help me get better! ❤️

[@KraftariabySarika]

Welcome 🤗

[@claudiatapia5141]

Felicidades muy bien explicado gracias

[@KraftariabySarika]

Thank you 😊

[@sangeetaarts2575]

Nicely explained 🙏🙏

[@KraftariabySarika]

Thank you 😊

[@debralynnpawlak8393]

Great video. Very helpful

[@KraftariabySarika]

Thank you 😊

[@MarieMcintosh]

Many thanks for your wonderful videos. I have saved them and revisit when I encounter a problem. I am a beginning dot painter and this video has helped tremendously. Your mandalas are beautiful and are a real incentive to continue to practice.

[@KraftariabySarika]

Thank you 😊

[@Pallavi_arts_]

Hey such an amazing tips. Can u tell me how u seal ur work on cycle?

[@arcinesmith5837]

Thank you so much. You answered a lot of my questions. I think I’m ready to try again. Most informative

[@KraftariabySarika]

Welcome 🤗

[@yarngirl]

Sarika, thank you so much for this video. I'm just starting out in dot painting, and this master class was fantastic.

[@KraftariabySarika]

Welcome 🤗

[@patriciagmelo16]

Thank you 🌻

[@KraftariabySarika]

😊

[@irenerhynes6732]

Thank you so much, this was most helpful.

[@KraftariabySarika]

You’re welcome ☺️

[@cathyincolorado1432]

Very nice!! Thank you!!

[@KraftariabySarika]

Welcome 🤗

[@shikhavenugopal8347]

Thanks for the detailed explanation. I want to use Flash acrylic colours on glass, how do I seal them - in the oven or use epoxy over the painting.

[@KraftariabySarika]

It’s good to bake it.

[@parimalavadivelloo7541]

Very informative Sarika. Thank you. I have just started dotting a month ago.

[@KraftariabySarika]

I am glad you liked it. 😊

[@munibajawad138]

Thank u for makin this detailed video i really need it 💕💕 u explained very well 👍🏻 i will try ur cone idea

[@KraftariabySarika]

You’re welcome ☺️

[@Binnyrehsi]

Thanks a lot for this video Sarika... this was very very helpful. I have a question please - what to use to make guidelines (or design itself). And how to erase those marks at the end? Hope to get your reply. Thanks again!

[@KraftariabySarika]

you can use any normal eraser. if the marks still doesn’t go you can paint on top of the lines again with the base colour with thin brush.

[@elianaluza1712]

Thank you so much :)

[@KraftariabySarika]

Welcome

[@bhavanashah1794]

Please show how to make cone and which thickness of paint for cone

[@KraftariabySarika]

You can watch this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/l6vOoYeFg5aHlaM

[@arushibajaj8756]

Thank you so much for making this video and helping us all out! I've just discovered your channel, and am so grateful for it. It's so inspiring and helpful. I'm just starting out, and can't really afford pouring medium right now. Are there any alternatives? Also, if possible, please do show us how to prepare the canvas or background? Thank you again!

[@KraftariabySarika]

Welcome. You can dilute the paint with water if paint is too thick. There are many videos on my channel where I have shown how to prepare the canvas.

[@mitzzy40]

Thanks for your useful video. I'm learning this art late in life and I love it. If only my hands would stop shaking I think I can learn. In the meantime I will continue learning at "KZbin University and everything will be OK. Thanks again and God bless you!

[@KraftariabySarika]

Thank you 🙏🏻

[@darianchristie3260]

I think I prefer my paint to be a little thinner to you. Also I just use water to thin them. Also instead of using a stencil you could just use a ruler and compass and white charcoal pencil and draw lines, although I do like the way you showed to make a simple stencil just with paper. For dotting tools I use about 10 crochet hooks of different sizes that have flat ends, plus a pencil and two bits of dowel and a lip balm stick lid for the biggest circle. I've seen people hot-glue a small coin to a stick for a big circle.

[@KraftariabySarika]

Good to know about your style. Happy dotting. Thank you 😊

[@tatidr6922]

What is the tool looking like a big marker, which you use in the beginning of part 5? (violet color)

[@KraftariabySarika]

you can use any round object for making dots.

[@richianand490]

Can we use normal acrylic paint or i have to mix something to make it thin..?

[@KraftariabySarika]

Normal acrylic paints and mix pouring medium to make it thin. Watch this video for all basic questions kzbin.info/www/bejne/gWnHqpWfhrZpprs

[@sangeetajadhav296]

Flash colors are good fr dot work..., its long lasting?

[@KraftariabySarika]

Yes

[@montisinha9502]

I m Madhu i want to know about board mai mandala art aur warli art banane se pahle board pr kya lagate h aur uske baad hi paint use krte h per kaise explain about board first time I would like to make this mandala art becouse i have seen printest and KZbin channel i like too much , may I know your no if you don't mind becouse i want to know about board first i have taken 2MDF boards ihave no idea about board starting first what I do in board explain and give good suggestion for me

[@KraftariabySarika]

i have explained it in this video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/emq9qXmdaM1ng6s

[@mandalawhispers]

I'm loving your videos! Thank you for sharing your gifts! My question is, what is the thinnest tool that you use for the swooshes? Does the typical smallest pink tool work or is that ceramic tool I have seen you use work best? Thank you! Kiki :-)

[@KraftariabySarika]

Thank you for your kind words. I feel that thin needle tool works best for dragging the dots and making it in any shape. You can use a thin sewing needle or a pin and tape it on a toothpick. That homemade tool also works great.

[@mandalawhispers]

Perfect! Thank you!

[@mandalawhispers]

May I continue to pick your brain? What sealant do you use on coffee mugs? Is it still safe for the microwave or dishwasher? Do you put the sealant only on the outside so it isn't actually inside the mug?

[@KraftariabySarika]

Your all questions are answered in this video. Personally I don’t feel like washing the dot painted mugs in dish washer. They can be easily washed with hands.kzbin.info/www/bejne/mnSbYpaFjNCGbs0

[@jyotisarda]

Very informative video....thanks.....can u tell me how to get acrylic artistic colour thinner....as my colour become little thicker so I can't make dots properly

[@KraftariabySarika]

I have told in the video that you have to mix pouring medium in the paints to make them thin. Link is also given in the description of the video.

[@hkhkkkhhhrhrrrhh16]

Can you please please give the link of the FLASH PAINTS that YOU ARE USING

[@KraftariabySarika]

It’s given in the description

[@uttaramanchandamanchanda2021]

I can’t make swooshes properly May I use needle to drag dots,can it works or any tool which help to make swooshes?

[@trushnalimadane2195]

What is shafting tools that you used in the video Other than dotting tool

[@KraftariabySarika]

its a clay molding tool.

[@acanadianislandgirl1187]

Is it ok to to use acrylic emulsion instead of medium? Does the acrylic paint peel off of the mugs?

[@KraftariabySarika]

Emulsion paint should be good. If the paint is dried properly and cured in oven it doesn’t peel off.

[@24get24give]

Thank you for this so much, really beautiful work and answered questions I didn't even know I had, I would only ask that you add a CC track, my hearing has aged along with me and with your beautiful accent makes it hard to be sure I am understanding you completely, I really appreciate you doing this very helpful video

[@KraftariabySarika]

Thank you 😊

[@priyanshiluthra4457]

Is it important to varnish it if we are doing on paper ??

[@KraftariabySarika]

Varnish is not necessary on paper

[@michellelewis1090]

Thank you for sharing. Is there anything needed to paint on ceramic mugs in order for the paint to not wash off?

[@KraftariabySarika]

this video might help you. kzbin.info/www/bejne/mnSbYpaFjNCGbs0

[@michellelewis1090]

@@KraftariabySarika Thank you, from South Africa.

[@KraftariabySarika]

😊

[@1213Karyn]

Hello. Where do I find those little tubes of paint that you use to make the dots. What are they called? Where can I order?

[@KraftariabySarika]

These are called cones. You can make it yourself. Here is a video tutorial for it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/l6vOoYeFg5aHlaM

[@shrutimisrasharma6663]

Hey Sarika, can you please help me find your video on how to resin the painted stones?

[@KraftariabySarika]

I have not made a video on how to resin the stone. In this video I have shown how to resin a dot painting. kzbin.info/www/bejne/o6uuqmaqqsZ5a5I

[@AABhandari12]

Can we use water colour

[@KraftariabySarika]

You can do it on paper for practice but you won’t get the finishing and texture of dot painting with watercolour.