Make your own acrylic pour container for UNDER $10 and save 15 minutes of setup time every pour.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

*IMPORTANT NOTICE ABOUT GLUING SILICONE STRIPS TO YOUR CROSS BARS* You can't use hot glue to adhere silicone strips to your cross bar. After a little bit of pulling it comes right off - I should have realized this as the whole purpose to silicone is that things don't easily stick to them. I am doing a little research and testing but right now I believe E6000 or SilPoxy or silicone based adhesives should work. They take 24-48 hours to sure so if they don't work I'll update this message.

[@artempouriumarteveryonecan6703]

I am lucky enough to have two designated tables plus a mixing table and supply table.... and shelves. Rolled plastic (with the roll attached to the end of the tables legs), helps me keep moving with less clean up time. I cut the plastic with paint drips into storage size pieces if I want to keep to save them for jewelry making.

[@shernewell8724]

U are great

[@pcornell3410]

Used clear Scotch brand packing tape at ends and one in middle of silicone strips along curtain rods and works perfectly. Glad you passed along that glue and hot glue do not work. Will save others time.

[@luvjetgal]

I know they make various types of silicone adhesive tape. Flex Seal even makes one, X-Treme tape and different types of weather striping tape. I wonder if something of that nature would stick to that and the paint would come off easier.

[@furnifur]

I will let you know if my glue sticks, stick to the tub.

[@viewsfrommyarmchair1807]

That is such a common sense idea........and as a beginner I'm glad i saw this clip before I even put paint to canvas!...........Thank you

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

You are so welcome! This has saved me so much prep and cleanup time.

[@puckizzy]

Where's the LOVE button??! You're awesome!! Straight to the point, not a lot of chitter chatter before hand. I like a couple of the other artists doing the pour paint, but dang...I have to FF to get to what I'm there for!!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

I agree Karla. I am always playing things at 1.5 speed and hitting the right arrow to speed it up. I try to get right to the point. Thanks for watching.

[@pyritecindi7384]

Thank you! You have the best ideas and are kind enough to share. Plus you get to the point without a lot of "jibber jabber" 😂.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Thanks Cindi. I actually really appreciate that. This was one of the main goals I had with this channel.

[@ruthleblanc735]

David is such a good teacher and artist. What an inspiration. Thanks David!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

You are too kind Ruth.

[@SamanthaHoward-j9u]

I made a pouring container today with steel rods 😁 this will save me hours of cleaning up as I get so messy 😂 thanks so much 👏🏻

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

You are so welcome! Makes a huge difference for me.

[@ambernictown]

I just found your page today when I was researching DIY paint pouring containers and boy am I glad I did!! Just browsing through your videos, I can already tell you’ve covered the majority of the issues/questions I have about pouring. Thank you for your time in educating us newbies, and I look forward to going through all your videos!! :)

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

That is awesome to hear Amber. Glad to be of service. I am happy to answer any questions you have also.

[@eunicedavis6250]

It's like being in kindergarten and first grade🥰🏵️👍

[@Amanda-lc3ns]

I agree 💯 Super informative and personable...I'm addicted!

[@LilyCat1973]

I am making one of these, I am the messiest paint pourer!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Haha, I know that feeling Nicole.

[@annejanettfiler5553]

Another great tip, for painting on a small canvas, or paper, get a gridded plastic ceiling louver (it's the grid, that you see in office building over the flourescent lights). Cut this thing to side and you'll have a small grid that you can put on top of the bars

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Ooh, I would have never though of that. I tried to find a cheap grill type cover but they were all too expensive. Things like chicken wire just don't keep it's shape and stay flat. I can see how this would work well.

[@annejanettfiler5553]

@@LeftBrainedArtist Yes, I came across a panel in the HW store and grabbed it. I had tried using a cookie drying metal rack, but mine are not level and not being a grid, they don't work well. Anyway, the plastic gridded louver panel was easily cut and works wonderfully for painting on paper while still using the pour container. I've built a pour container based on your earlier video - Thank you so much - it makes all the difference in the world to have a level, good, pour container!

[@rickwilley9563]

Excellent! Thank you so much for your perspective and ideas. You are right up there with Olga Dolby with added nuts and bolts tutoring as well. You deserve a million subscribers and then some!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

You are too kind, I'm glad you enjoyed it.

[@CCruse2012]

We have found that using yard sticks across a container helps. They are more inexpensive than the pipes or the rails. Also with them being flat we can lay the cups and paint on the ends.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

That is a great idea. How does it hold up the weight of a full 16 X 20?

[@CCruse2012]

@@LeftBrainedArtist we have not used that large of a canvas yet. We are just starting and the largest we have used is 10x8 and it holds fine.

[@KL-vu8jm]

I purchased all the supplies, but am using wooden 1/2” dowels instead of the thread bolt. My husband drilled the holes for the dowels and made sure everything was level. We watched your video as you taught us how to do it right. I was afraid the thread bolt would be too heavy for me, so that’s why the dowels. THANK YOU a ton for these fantastic videos!!!!! Keep them coming. I can’t tell you how much paint mess this has saved me. Way to go David. You are really cool. This coming from a young grandma, LOL.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Young grandma just means there are cute babies about. They are my favorite. You are right about the pouring container. Changed my life when it comes to pouring. Glad you made your own adjustments and that they worked.

[@ants_in_my_eyes_Wilson]

I'm lucky enough to have a spare room in the house I live in, I've lined it with multiple layers of heavy duty drop cloths, cardboard, and some of those foam tiles that people use for exercise or whatever. I like to sit on the floor when I paint, and I like to be able to just make a mess whenever I feel like it. Then I just lay down a square if 1mil plastic sheeting that I keep pre-cut for ease, and have several of those kitchen cupboard style racks, that are basically made out of wire, so I can simply move them aside as I go. I recognize that I am super lucky to have this setup; it makes it a lot more likely that I will actually do some painting. Or tie-dying... or whatever the hell I might be doing that day that is probably going to make a mess. I will say though, I really appreciate you showing people how to do this sort of stuff, there are tons of videos of people painting, and not a whole lot of videos about the practicality of it. I've been doing this for years, and I've made a lot of compromises to be sure that I don't spend a whole lot of time toodling about with the not-so-fun parts. It's always nice to get some new ideas to add to the arsenal.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Thanks Jess. I am 6'8" so the "floor" is an awful place for me. 😉😆 I would do want to do some pendulum pours which sounds like you could pull off pretty easy with your setup.

[@ants_in_my_eyes_Wilson]

@@LeftBrainedArtist😲 holy shit. You do not look that tall on camera! I tend to be in there for hours upon end, so the fact that I can kinda keel over and take a nap when I need to, is pretty great (...totally responsible adult over here, I swear. lol) Actually, I didn't really think about trying to do pendulum pours... *This* is why I love pour painting so much; after pondering it for many years, I've realized it's the experimentation that keeps me coming back. Gives me that hit of dopamine I'm lacking after working on a damn computer all day. Now, time to do some research on pendulums....

[@kjstarr2893]

I got my black tub, both sizes. I use a collapsible Puppy Pool for large pieces and spinning, Thank you!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Collapsible puppy pool?!? I need to look that up. Thanks KJ.

[@eunicedavis6250]

I pour on my kitchen counter top with lots of protective covering. Then I have to clean up the mess so that no paint is left anywhere. A pain in the neck. This is great information.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

It can be a game changer for pouring for sure.

[@johnnyboy55]

Great idea. I looked into using a similar setup. Wouldn’t quite fit right on my kitchen table. I lay down a 30 gallon trash bag. Then lay down a vinyl mat. Works great. I’ll use leftover paint as a base for the next canvas and peel off the dried paint. Also have a large Amazon box cut down to use with a spinner. The challenges of living in a studio apartment. When you get lemons you gotta make lemonade 👍🏻

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

That is the spirit. We need to move ahead with what we have. Well done!

[@johnnyboy55]

@@LeftBrainedArtist Thanks. Gonna redo a pour today with the advice from your video

[@carolwheeler9979]

You are so practical minded🤓. Thank you so much. I’ve been trying to figure out some type of tub that would be big enough and would not break my limited bank!! Et voila!! You came up with it!! I have painted since I was little (80f) but now I live in an apartment. Kitchen size 8’x8’. If I ruin stuff I pay for it! I have conditions where I can only paint 10 or 20 mins at a times so my time is valuable too. You’ve just ticked all the boxes for me! Thanks from a fellow left brainer artist🤷🏽‍♀️❤️❤️❤️

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Awesome to hear Carol. Let me know how it works for you.

[@shirljoanrea693]

you might not believe me but i have used a container like you have for the past 5 months .seems like great people think alike. lol

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Great minds to think alike for sure. This was something I was shown also after I made my more complex version.

[@lindalinfordallen7073]

I just watch your video on the pouring tub. I have started on 8 x 10 canvas's so I used a dollar store kitty litter tub with a dollar store wire basket inside the tub. Works great.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Way to get started Linda. For most that is the hardest part and you blew through that already.

[@mariadasilva1341]

Thanks...I'm going to see if I can get one as well.

[@TrinaRaysTrekofLife]

@Linda Linford Allen I came to the comment section to see if anyone else was doing this! Lol I JUST started pour painting this week and as I was brainstorming what I could use, I was like, "oh, ya, I have a Dollar Tree kitty litter box that I didn't need after all, I can use that"! ... so I did!! Lol I have posted 2 videos so far using that method and it's working so far for this beginner!!! 😆 (I also have a larger litter box from Petco that I might start using since it's bigger. (Turns out my kitty doesn't like stepping on litter...😒 ... so I use the "Breeze" litter system with pine pellets and only 1/2 the container can have the pellets, so she can stand on the side without the pellets, but still turn and potty ON the pellets! 🤣😆) (Oh, and I had just purchased a set of 3 wire racks for my air fryer, so I had planned on using one those for my paintings as well! Great minds think alike! 😉) Happy POURING everyone!!

[@TrinaRaysTrekofLife]

@@LeftBrainedArtist THANK YOU FOR THIS VIDEO!! Now I have more options if my artwork ever progresses past a small hobby!! 🙃 One can dream!!! ❤🙏❤🙏

[@miriamluskberry]

This is going to happen as soon as I can get to a Lowe's! I love it! Currently I have sectioned off a corner of a 1 car garage for painting. Drop cloths hanging all over, tarps on the floor, Dexter Style. I cover the table I work on with freezer paper which works great, but sometimes the run off ends up in my lap! Something I do have that it very cool, I got the idea from one of Pouring Your Heart Out videos: an old baby crib converted into a drying rack with many large shelves. You turn the crib on end and put plywood across the bars! If I knew how to post a photo I would, but I'm sure you get what I'm talking about. Keep those tips and tricks coming!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Uh, I didn't see that video from PYHO but I LOVE that idea!

[@miriamluskberry]

@@LeftBrainedArtist It couldn't be better, especially if you are horizontally space challenged! Also, I've wrapped a tarp around it to keep any dirt or flying creatures out.

[@NatachaWasylykVinette]

I just spent 2 days making a mess of my yard.... SO yeah I have one of these now lol. Thank you kind sir!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Glad to help Natacha. Makes setup and take down so much easier.

[@camilleinpittsburgh9687]

Just a suggestion… Try Glad Press n Seal to cover the metal strips and bottom of pan! It sticks really well! I fold a corner into itself so I know where to start pulling it off and makes for easy clean up. I use the Press n Seal to cover a lot when painting and crafting. And to cover glass paint paint bottles in between uses so the tops don’t get yucky. 😃

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

👍👍

[@mawi1172]

Of course we love you, David! We love your tips too! We love your sincerity. We love your knowledge of color mixing. We love your down to earth personality!!!! Keep going!!!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

You're the best Ma. Thanks for brightening up my morning.

[@Amanda-lc3ns]

What an incredible and affordable IDEA! Thanks for sharing!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

You are so welcome! Hope it helps.

[@jeanmastrangelo1157]

What I like most about you is that your truly teaching beginners and you’re doing it step-by-step and you’re not leaving out any details… I have my own home but I do not have a designated area only area is my kitchen table to do any sort of painting and the set up time and the knock down time is more of an issue than actually doing what I like to do which is create … So this plastic container is a great idea I don’t think I’ve seen it with any other KZbinr everyone else seems to have a designated place for their art projects because they have the room … well I don’t have the room and I have to be very constricted because I’m doing this in my living space… So I appreciate how are you’ve taken the process to a different level and telling us not only how to do the painting but how to be organized so I don’t have to think about being organized all I have to do is think about being creative thank you👍✌️

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

I was in the same boat. My wife told me to figure it out cause I got paint on the kitchen table. 8) Necessity brought about a little ingenuity.

[@jeanmastrangelo1157]

@@LeftBrainedArtist well I got paint all over A section of my kitchen curtains… I just so happen to have like the pattern so it didn’t upset me I just try to figure out how I could get it on all my curtains in the kitchen lol I’m not working in a very big space but I have to create🤪

[@kevinorourke6394]

Wow, what a great plan; I'm just starting this genre in my art career. After watching your videos for beginners I just ordered some paint, apron, and pouring medium from Dick Blick's. Thanks to you I know I'm going to save time, money, & frustrations in this new adventure!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Awesome Kevin. I hope you love it as much as I do!

[@softspokenscriptures-trarugg]

Love the vid! I actually put small canvases under my pour to catch the extra paint - i have made as many as 4 extra paintings from one pour. I have a board with plastic cups and I set the wet paintings on it, on the corners of the canvas. I do like the idea of sides though! Lol

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Lol, I didn't realize you had already seen this video when I responded the other previous comment. Totally going to try some "clean up" pours with this one.

[@katcasincali6930]

Thank you for all your wonderful instructions. I bought a plastic storage container after seeing yours. I use a cookie rack from the $1 tree to pour on one side and a stainless steel adjustable over the sink colander from the thrift store on the other side. I put my cups of paint and supplies in the colander. No more mess! This cuts down on my clean up cost which will allow for more paint!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

It is amazing what a little container can do doesn't it Kat? Now you just need a place to dry so you can paint daily if you wanted to.

[@katcasincali6930]

I picked up a kids shoe rack yesterday for $9. Instead of solid shelves, it has 4 metal bars going across that make up each shelf. It has 5 shelves. Each shelve is 18.5 inches wide. I admit it’s small but is perfect for me at this point. At that price, I can purchase more in the future.

[@everomero1164]

I go to the grocery stores and find big boxes, line it with old rags and pour all my excess off the canvas into the lined box. The box can be poured into several times, the paint dries in there, and I replace the old box when done. I have a very, very small area to pour, so I use old shelves, usually found in a trash bin, they are flat. I put that on my pouring side of the table, on top of an old stair gate that we used to use for the baby. It's leveled with popsicle sticks. Also, flat, and fits across the entire table. Then, I tie down my lazy susan to the gate, very tight, and place a heavy, large ceramic tile on top of the lazy susan to keep it stable, and spin faster. on the other side of the table. I surround both sides with flat card board box standing up to keep the paint from spreading everywhere when I spin. I mix all my paints right before I pour and use enough to not have any left over, and do the same for the next pour. I have done a dozen Shelee Art Blooms in one sitting. No clean up needed. Every thing is lined in plastic, and foil on the lazy susan. I dry on another table in my closet, It's a big closet, on top of the other baby gait, leveled with popsicle sticks.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Necessity is the mother of invention for sure Eve. Sounds like you've done what you need to to be able to keep pouring!

[@theresaast7049]

Always helpful and practical, always cheerful, always thinking about how to help your followers. A year ago (Home Depot, Lowe's) I bought a " square pan" that goes under your washing machine to catch any water that might be leaking. Kind of shallow 1.5 inches deep and 20 x 20 inches. Never thought about attaching crosspieces. I use extra tall push pins in the frame and usually throw a "puppy pee pad" in the bottom to absorb the run off. I have also placed an oven rack from an old - going to the dump - stove across a plastic storage bin and that works well, too. :) Thanks for all you do. :)

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

That works great too. So much easier when I have a level place to pour that I don't have to prep and a level place where my paintings can dry.

[@gloriagiefer3013]

I like how you are so informative and so detailed in your descriptions I'm definitely going to get this setup and clean up method that you talked about I'm all about saving money

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Please do! I save so much time with this.

[@gloriagiefer3013]

@@LeftBrainedArtist I finally assembled the pour container, I did try using the gorilla extra super glue and it did not work adhearing the PVC pipe to the pour container so I had to use my e6000 glue and that worked like a charm

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

@@gloriagiefer3013 Good to know. Thanks Gloria!

[@christinefoulon2120]

Following your advice, I got one flat black stuff 80x80 cm. So, I really wanted to thank you. I got my freedom back. God bless you.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

YES! Painting should be mostly fun and a little bit of admin cleanup. Hopefully that changes for you Christine.

[@8100CAS]

Thank you! Using the cement mixing tub never occurred to me for this purpose even though I have used them before (for cement). This was a forehead-slapper of an idea!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

You're very welcome! I am so glad one of my viewers suggested it to me. I love this container.

[@sandylkd351]

Thank you again. I was just trying to find something that was easy to move and store. Now I know exactly what to purchase. You have been a great help. I am grateful to you for sharing all of the information. You have helped me with many questions I have had. I look forward to seeing more. 😊

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Glad I could help Sandy. I think you'll love it.

[@sandylkd351]

Just wanted to let you know that it works great. I couldn’t get the hot glue to adhere so I used super glue and it is seeming to work. Thanks again!

[@ChimacumChickadee]

Wow! Thanks, David! Absolutely the best “tools” video I’ve seen. I’m just starting to gather paints and tools to start pouring and was waiting until it’s warm enough that I could do it outside. With this setup, I can start pouring now - inside - without worrying too much about making a mess in my kitchen.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Avoiding all that mess and cleanup is a godsend for sure.

[@ellishansen8115]

Yes indeed, You are just one big freakin' ray of sunshine!! Thanks for the idea.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

😅😊😆 Thanks Ellis. My family says I am grumpy and I think Eeyore is my spirit animal.

[@ellishansen8115]

@@LeftBrainedArtist I adore Eeyore! I can listen to that monotone voice all day!

[@nicolinescholman9600]

I have this setup, it works like a charm. Great tip about the silicone rail cover though, that one I’m going to apply 👍

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Rail cover is an excellent word for that Nicoline. I couldn't think of how to word it.

[@Lynn_Clifton]

Making mine tomorrow. going to use an under bed plastic organizer that I already had and a (cleaned) grate to a grill my husband no longer has. Planning on putting the grate low enough to still use the top and use the bin as a dust free drying space since I'm starting out with smaller canvases to start. I'm pretty geeked that I actually get to spend zero monies ☺

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

That is amazing! I love it it when I already have what I need to make something. You go Lynn!

[@brookecunningham5214]

Thanks, I love you ideas. I bought a plastic tray for the bottom of a dog crate at a pet store. 24x36 and 2” deep. I use puppy pads on the bottom, and then I can just fold up the pads after 2-3 paintings and throw it away. I use push pins to raise the canvas off the pad. Works great.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Great idea! I use push pins even on this so when I move the painting to my silicone pad it stays off the ground and can drip.

[@reggbrailey2639]

I have used old Amazon boxes to create a workstation

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

That is a great idea Reg. I just emailed a response back to you also on your cells.

[@NegativeMass85]

Yesssss!!! This is precisely what I was looking for! Thank you so much! Pouring will be a LOT more fun with one of these handy tubs.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

SO much easier for sure. Just make sure you have a level place to put your paintings when you are done so they can dry. Otherwise they'd stick to the bars and make mess and rip your canvases.

[@backinbostonsusan6397]

@@LeftBrainedArtist What do you call the second bar you showed? Thank you! I love how you simplify everything!! I subscribed to your channel after the first video I watched!! SO glad I found you!! ✌🏼💯

[@XiagraBalls]

Definitely going to do this as it'll double as a storage box for all my bottles and paraphernalia. The biggest frustration I've had so far, apart from moving or touching the paintings too soon, are those damn thin, plastic dustsheets. You have to tape them down as they'll flap around if you switch on a hairdryer or blower and catch the edges of the the paintings. The only thing you can't do with your buckets is, of course, spinning.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Yeah, I've ruined a few of my paintings by having sheet blow up on to my painting.

[@rosswagland9690]

Thank you so much for showing us this great ideas, it has taken me from i can not pour in my apartment to nothing can stop me now

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Awesome Ross!

[@mariamusso3561]

Thank you for sharing all of your great ideas. I've watched different videos on paint pouring but I seem to learn more watching yours. Again, thank you for your time and effort. I'm making coasters, trays from Portland cement and doing paint pouring to decorate. A bit cheaper then buying the tiles. I decorate some by painting pouring - I like the different designs I can achieve in one set. Though I still struggle with the paint combinations - opaque and transparent. I do have a color wheel - it does help but I'm still not achieving the look I want: feathery, colorful, the wow effect. Will most definitely continue watching your videos over and over.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Thanks Maria. I think we all have the same thoughts you do about color combinations. I know I still do.

[@TheKimbi55]

Great idea! I have the storage container with a colling rack inside. Works great! For other things,I use plastic bed risers on a silicone mat to bring the work closer. Thanks for your videos!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Thanks for the tip Kim. That setup sounds pretty awesome too.

[@patriciakennedy8532]

I showed my husband the clear container that you have and he made me 2 of them. Thank you so much for your videos. They have saved me a lot of time and clean up.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Awesome! If was a life saver for me. Especially now that I am doing videos.

[@SnarkasticSunny]

Nice husband to do that for you! Mine must be broken. Just sits. LOL😉

[@alliphil1]

I can’t tell you how happy I am that I watched your pouring bin video before I started pouring. I have never needed to set up or take down. Bought a table and large bin at Walmart and every evening I just go there and paint. Easy peasy. Do you have any videos on ideas for shelving for paints and drying canvases?

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

I have like 4 shelves in my table I use. I'll have to look in to some economical ways to dry canvases. Thanks Ali.

[@abbybanuche]

I am so glad I found you! I have watched lot of pouring videos but they don't educate you, most of them just want you to buy their products and or paintings. I have poured 2 paintings so far and I love it. Thank you for your teaching and you are a blessing to so many starting out. I want to do enough paintings so I can rent a booth this coming spring or summer. 😀

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Good luck Abby. Glad to help.

[@kathryncurry2662]

I want to start pouring, and I’m so glad I found you before I spent a fortune on all the materials. I’m need to go to Home Depot here soon!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

So worth it.

[@mariehamilton6009]

I use a foil roasting pan and a cookie cooling rack. I’m just starting out so this is perfect for beginners.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Great idea Marie.

[@vamp9190]

Very nice tips! 5:20 , even easier than clamps is just taking a piece of Duct Tape and taping the rod from the top to under the lip of the container. It should hold in place fine.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Oh yeah, I didn't even think of going McGuyver on them.

[@sunitasuri7626]

Hi David, thanks for this excellent and practical tip. I am going to get my husband to make me one. Each time I watch your video I learn something new. Thanks for spending your time in helping us become better artists.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Fantastic Sunita. Doing these videos have honestly been the best thing for my own acrylic pouring so everyone wins.

[@sunitasuri7626]

David I have been meaning to ask you about pouring paint into a cup. I see some people tilt the cup or pour on the side, others just pour into a straight cup, some pour from high up above the cup , others from very close to the cup. No one explains the difference between these different pouring methods. Perhaps you could do a video on it or refer me to one that you have already done.

[@YookinTryta]

@@sunitasuri7626 Hi, Sunita. I've been pouring for a few years, and i hope i can clarify some of these techniques and their purpose... When pouring tree rings, flip cups or dirty pours, i mix my paint thicker and 'stack' the colors by pouring each color slowly and as close to the cup as possible. Choosing to layer colors by pouring them low and slow into the cup, or sliding them down the side of the cup doesn't make much of a difference either way. It's just a way to keep the paints in layers of colors rather than risking colors mixing up too much in the cup (which can create mud, especially for newer artists.) i know that was a problem for me for a long time. I like to stack my paints mostly for tree rings, or when I'm adding silicone. If you pour the colors into your cup from higher up, it will distribute those colors throughout the rest of your paint colors, and (in my opinion) creates more interesting cells, but can also create a busier painting. The higher up you pour, the lower in your cup that paint will go (i hope that makes sense). In my experience, I get more celling, by pouring into the cup from higher up and then doing a flip cup or straight pour. Be aware that pouring from higher up will create paint bubbles in your cup, which may require torching to pop. I try to avoid torching if possible at the risk of burning the paint, or creating a skin over the top that can cause uneven drying and cracking of the final painting. I also had alot of problems with torching too much when i first started. I was trying to get more cells, more cells, more cells, and i was getting cracked paint, cracked paint, cracked paint. So torch to get rid of bubbles, more than to create cells. But i think that's also a trial and error thing when you first get started. Practice, practice. Remember, we can't 'force' fluid art to do what we want it to do. Over time, we can try to 'coax' it by using little tricks we have learned along the way. It's going to do, what it's going to do. The number one tip that helped me the most: whether you mix your paints thinner or thicker, each color for each painting must be the same viscosity. Mixing thinner paints and thicker paints into the same cup is not going to give you a good result. One way to check if your paints are the same thickness, is to put a few drops of each color across the top of a canvas, or card stock, or junk mail... then turn the surface vertically. All of the colors should run down the surface somewhat evenly. i hope this helps and makes some kind of sense... its hard to explain without showing how.

[@sunitasuri7626]

@@YookinTryta thank you so very much for your detailed explanation. It does make sense to me. I am not so crazy about too many cells so will remember not to torch too much. I am very appreciative that you took the time to respond to me in such detail. Thank you again. I might reach out to you if I have any more questions regarding pouring. 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@robertchavez5483]

Thanks for the video and tips. Mine was done on the super-cheap: I already had a large flat cardboard box I had saved for recycling or repurposing, I trimmed it and lined it with some plastic sheeting that was also already in the house. Works great! Those cement mixing containers also make good oversize litter boxes if you have big or multiple cats.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Glad I could help Robert. Thanks for the extra cat tip.

[@lutchnameetoo]

I did exactly the same. Works well too. I made holes using a punch and weaved some spare electric wire to hold my canvas

[@lydiaveldhuizen3157]

Thank you! I am pouring in a doggy Bath. Covert With some puppy towels taped with Frog tape in it. In it Stands a Spinner covert with Alunium Folie. For the bigger canvases I put two sticks taped with Frog tape over the Spinner. Its an idea from someone Els and it works Wunderwell. After the work you just Push it a bit together and let It dry in a corner. You always have a clean table.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Great idea! I need to get a me a spinner soon for sure.

[@lydiaveldhuizen3157]

@@LeftBrainedArtist Thank you. The spinner you can find on Ebay Backery Artikels. Its from Steel and it Spins very smooth to thee left and rigth. Its a Cakespinner.

[@bruceschleicher4893]

One of the very best guides to all aspects of acrylic pouring. My go to place to get answers to my problems.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Thanks Bruce!

[@funkiefran71]

I used the plastic container my pouring kit came in. Was quite small, but I'm now at a point where I'm going to buy a bigger container 👍. (loved your post on silicone! Very informative)

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Love creative conserving. Thanks for sharing.

[@marie-lynrichard4363]

Thank you so much for your very interesting videos, you have so many good tips, I always look out for your videos. I absolutely love Acrylic Pour painting but I have not have much time and space, as I had my 93 year old mum living with us, she has now past on so I will organize myself, an I really value your tips.....

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

I am sorry to hear that Marie. You are an Angel for keeping your safe and in loving hands.

[@robertawills7219]

That is seriously the best set up I have seen. Have tried several things, but they all require maintenance between pours. I found a ribbed silicone mat at Dollarama. Was $4 for about 18” x 10’,

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

It saves me so much time for sure Roberta.

[@neallamb4072]

Hey great idea lefty..I appreciate it. I also plan to add push lights inside the bottom. I pour on plexiglass quite often so this is perfect.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Ooh, I'd love to see that Neal.

[@lyneemcadams8120]

The first couple of times I used food trays (in Louisiana a lot of us call them crawfish trays) on top of a Dollar Tree tablecloth. For the cross rods, I was looking all over my house and ended up using some pool noodles. 😝 They actually worked great!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Interesting. How did you secure the pool noodles?

[@lyneemcadams8120]

Well they really weren’t secured. I had the tablecloth down on the floor, 2 trays next to each other on the table cloth, and then put the pool noodles across the trays. Of course some of the paint went on the tablecloth between and around the trays, but most went in the trays. I was able to peel most of the paint off of the pool noodles when a piece dried then use them again. I could get my fingers under the edges of the painting as I was tilting/manipulating, and air could flow beneath the pieces as they dried. I sat on the floor and worked. Sometimes the noodles would roll, but not too much/often to quickly adjust. Far from the much neater way you have, but it worked for me. Thanks for the question. I love your videos and was excited when I saw your message. By the way, I love your pieces in the background on this video.

[@furnifur]

You are the best! I was up and down aisles in Home Depot )where I worked years ago ) and could not find anything that was right. I just made what you suggested so I appreciate your great tip. I used a heat gun to glue pvc pipe on top. Brilliant!! Thanks again!!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Glad to hear it Jennifer. Hope it you love it as much as I do.

[@kristylarson9906]

Hi, I bought a 33x54 kennel cage tray that has a raised edge, not to deep & it is durable, easy to clean, great for big or multi canvas projects & fits nicely on my art table. I can take it off & store it easily too.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

I had no idea they sold something like that. It's pretty brilliant. Thanks Kristy.

[@claudiaduke6189]

I have a large rectangular board that has screws in a 1 inch grid that I use to do my pours on. It works well especially for small items. I pour on rocks as well as glass ware that work perfectly on the 1" grid.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Interesting. I'd never have thought of that. You just leave the paint on the bottom to dry?

[@claudiaduke6189]

@@LeftBrainedArtist yes. And with 2" screws it takes a long time for any paint buildup before you need to scrape. When putting the screws in just use your level as you put them in and you have a perfect level place all the time. Even if the countertop isn't level, if you use it in the same spot all the time you never have to relevel. I'd love to send you a picture.

[@SnarkasticSunny]

Great idea! I have lg river rocks, some of which I want to try & pour on, but don't know how to keep them level, esp. while drying. Bottoms of rocks rarely perfectly level! Maybe wads of modeling clay on bottom to make it level?

[@csrichardson7973]

I use the large aluminum pasta pans and put a lazy susan cake decorating stand inside. Easy Peasy!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Excellent. how often do you change them out CS?

[@angelamontgomery9007]

This is a game changer!!! I’ve been lining Costco boxes lol

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

It makes it so much easier.

[@elizabethc8037]

Actually have unused storage box hanging around to use on my first pours this weekend. Hopefully will find some rods, was going to use wood planks but realized that they will warp eventually. Determined to start right, but best laid plans... so am aiming for fun!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

So true. I hope your first pour hooks you just like I was way back when.

[@sallyperles9467]

Actually I have the bigger ben which i once used for paper making. I use old curtain rods for bars, they are easily found in second hand stores.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

So true. So much easier to pour with a quick prep station Sally.

[@kathieratcliff3149]

Great idea! And I'm off to hardware store!. Cheaper than silicone mats are thick shower curtains from dollar store. Cut strips, wrap around and duck tape bottom side.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Great idea. I found the bars I bought don't have any paint stick if I wipe them off afterwards since they are coated also.

[@Amateur.Nail.Art.1]

I pour over plastic container bin lids that I covered with trash bags. I use cups to prop up the canvas so the canvas doesn’t just sit on the bag. I use the same setup for drying. I also use a dollar store plastic table cloth as a drop cloth so I don’t get paint on my living room floor wear I currently pour.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

That sounds like you have a great system already Kamikolnu.

[@erinneff5389]

I also have this set up on yet a bigger scale. I bought a large tray/tub from Home Depot and bought a tray that goes under your washer. It's approximately 30x32x4 inches. Light weight and perfect for bigger canvas cost a little more just over $20.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Great for a little larger and square paintings for sure. Thanks Erin.

[@Jyw008]

Great ideas on the tubs and PVC pipes that you can buy at the hardware stores. I was overlapping and using my old drawing papers of 18 x 24 and it gets expensive to continue using art papers to cover my table and then sticky art papers.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

It really helps setup and clean time spent.

[@GeoffGaul]

Thank you so much for sharing your vast amount of knowledge and I really appreciate your humble approach to pour painting. Best wishes to you and your family.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

You are very welcome Geoff. Thanks for watching.

[@sandyquinn496]

I use the small tub that you showed I just bought it. Yes paint pours can be very messy. I also use rubber disposable gloves to tip my canvas. I pour Varathane triple thick polyurethane over my paint pours after they have dried. Oh it looks very nice with the clear coat on it.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

So true. I always recommend varnishing pours after they are complete Sandy.

[@suzyhomeacre]

Alrighty!!! I’m on to a new project.👷‍♀️ Thanks so much!! Awesome!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Good luck!

[@shellyschlehuber412]

WOW....I'm so glad I stumbled on this video....ur a genius...I love u man...such an awesome idea...I spend too much time preparing n cleaning.....ur videos keep getn better... definitely gonna try this out... TFS Shelly from Colorado 😉❤️

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Thanks and welcome Shelly.

[@simonsartium8904]

Plastic pipes is just awesome idea! Silicone tapes for electrical isolation will work on plastic pipes or steel bars, cheap and easy. That is my suggestion. Let's help each other out. As always thanks again!!! Peace and love..

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Oh, that is a great idea Simon. Didn't even think of that.

[@simonsartium8904]

@@LeftBrainedArtist And a few holes, couple of zip ties instead of clamps for someone who is looking for something realy convenient, simple and easy!

[@ronnies462]

I use a large flat gravel tray from the garden centre it's meant to put pot plants in but better for my pours than the plants!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Great idea Ronnie. Thanks!

[@Shadingoftheheart]

You can also use clips on the container on either side of the PVC pipe to keep them from rolling 😉

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Clips is a great idea too!

[@HedgehogDefensiveState]

I'm new to acrylic pouring and this has been so unbelievably useful (as have all your videos, though I wish Elmers Glue-All was more available in the UK). Before I had a plastic sheet on the kitchen table with all the potential catastrophes of paint dripping on the table edges, the chair, the floor and then spread to the beige carpet. After watching this, one quick trip to B&Q and a grand total of £7.70 (about $10) spent I now have a mess-free space. I lined the container with cling film to make clean up even quicker but it probably isn't essential. Thank you so much!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Awesome to hear Gillian. Sounds like you have quite a nice pouring location now.

[@HedgehogDefensiveState]

@@LeftBrainedArtist My flat is tiny so space is at a premium to put it mildly. I'm also attempting art for mental health reasons so *really* don't need the threat of paint everywhere and the kitchen being unusable because it's a tip 🤪 Only done two pours so far using the container (not put the pvc pipe on it yet as it's about 2m long and needs cutting to size) but clean up was a cinch - phew! I'm still going to put plastic sheeting down on the table because I'm gormless at the best of times but this is such a good idea, especially if space is limited. Thank you ❤

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

@@HedgehogDefensiveState I applaud your ingenuity and dedication.

[@louiselewis5061]

Great ideas. Thank you!! I’ve been pouring ornaments with a styrofoam block in an aluminum baking pan.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Great idea!!

[@Pppppppohhhh]

Thank you I found a video on how to make your advance paint pouring container

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Wonderful!

[@SuperRocketdog1]

Great video!! Great idea thank you. I love watching your videos always great information and simple.👏🏼👏🏼❤️🥰😍💕🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

You are so welcome!

[@mrm112776]

Yep! This was a great idea and it works perfectly!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Awesome to hear!

[@mrm112776]

@LeftBrainedArtist Yessir! I decided to drill the holes. I meant to post when I 1st made it. I've actually been using mine for about 2 years. Your video popped up in my steam so i wanted to say something because it's been great using this tool since I started painting. 💯🤩

[@kevinorourke6394]

Hi David, I Made a comment earlier on what a great idea this was. I just bought the tub (same size) and PVC pipes you suggested. In order to stabilize the pipes on the tub... well here is a solution you might suggest. I bought 7 pipes and let them at the 24" length I bought (cause I'm lazy), I purchased 14 - 3/4" conduit brackets in the electrical department (Home Depot). I centered the first pipe and installed the brackets with aluminium pop rivets. I then butted up the next bracket to the first one and riveted, It worked out perfect spacing for the other pipes. I have photos of the finished tub and one of the rivet box (incase others are interested or don't know what a rivet is - the sales person in the hardware department didn't know what one was he had to ask the manager). Let me know if you'd like the photos let me know.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Very nice. My dad was just telling me that a hose clamp that was screwed in and that tightened around the PVC would work also. Thanks Kevin.

[@doloressanchez595]

I’m retired from cooking large meals so I use a large cooking pan lined with silicon. Works perfectly

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

That's a great idea for sure. You can put a few together if you make really big ones later too!

[@normacollins7164]

I also use mine to let my paintings dry. I made 4 with wrapping paper and 2 smaller boxes from Wal Mart

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Great ingenuity Norma. Makes a big difference doesn't it?

[@normacollins7164]

@@LeftBrainedArtist yes, it does and I don't use as many puppy pads, keeping the environment cleaner.

[@helenai13]

Once again, your videos are incredibly helpful and save us so much time and effort in figuring out so many situations that you have tested/experimented and kindly share with us. Thank you so much!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

You are alway welcome my friend.

[@SirMac27]

I pour on a sheet of plastic on a table in my basement. I need to upgrade to the bin as you made with the mixing tubs from Lowe's. That 24x36 is perfect for me I like working with larger canvases. Presently, when I want to paint I put thumbtacks in the bottom of my canvases and sit them on the table and pour. When I want to elevate I place it on two plastic cups. The only problems are the table isn't level, it was in the house when we moved in 10 years ago, and the paintings flow in that direction so I have to come down to the basement and tilt the painting at times to move the paint around back to where I want it. I'm buying that tub this week. And the shelving sticks I'm going to just cut slots in the tub to make them immobile. Thank you for this video.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Does the table ever move? If not, add something to the feet to make it level. Leveling your canvas over and over is a time sink keeping you away from pouring. Knock those relatively easy obstacles out to maximize your pouring time. You'll have less of the annoying stuff and more of the fun stuff which makes every time you paint more enjoyable.

[@SirMac27]

@@LeftBrainedArtist Unfortunately, no. It's fixed to the wall. I'll be visiting lowes soon for that large container. That will be a game changer for me.

[@ArtasiaLand]

I use a HUGE cookie sheet and it works great. The paint peels right off from the metal once it is dry. I was thinking about using that big black tub to cover my paintings while drying. That would help reduce cracks.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

I use a box for that usually. The cardboard also absorbs water thought so if you are in a hot climate it could cause the painting to dry too fast.

[@ArtasiaLand]

@@LeftBrainedArtist but if we use this plastic one, that would probably not be an issue, right? Since it is not made out of cardboard

[@luvjetgal]

I started out with a clear box just like yours but I have only ever used my lazy susan in it. My fiance made me one similar to yours (I gave him your video, but he is an engineer and decided to tweak it) I haven't tried it yet, as I don't think he gets what I was quite looking for. Bless his Tim Taylor wanna out do himself brain. ha ha He used the exact concrete box (big one) and then cut four exact sized pvc pieces (like little cups) and put them on the bottom on the corners, then laid a white grate he cut out something and put it on top. It's all level, but there is way too many areas for paint to fall into to clean up and the grate is about 1" diameter areas. Totally not what I was looking for. It was one of my surprise Christmas presents this year. I was excited but I know I am going to have to tweak it.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Tim Taylor is my hero! And there ain't nothin' wrong with tweaking as long as you come out with something that saves you some time and money. That setup sounds like it would work great for watercolor paper pours or the like.

[@maeve_a]

My canvasses just stand on inverted condiment cups over silicone mat, over big dog pee pads (because I'm messy) and sometimes with a lazy Susan covered in Saran wrap. ....on top of my dog grooming table. Everything needed is on/in rolling trays. I roll it all away to groom the fuzz bombs, then clean up the fuzz, and set the pee pads on and start stacking.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Haha. Do you get hair in everything? 🤔

[@paulremolina8788]

Great advise!! Thx I expend $ 85 plus buying wood to create my own painting containers, for up to 36 x 24 canvas.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

That is awesome! I need something like that.

[@sueharviel6510]

This really is a game changer!!! Thank you so much for sharing this!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

You're so welcome! Makes my life so much easier for sure.

[@cynthiaking5308]

I think at the dollar general you can get clear shower curtains. I have an art table, i tape the curtain half way up the wall, cover the tabletop and have it hang over. I store supplies underneath. I use aluminum foil over the curtain in case it gets messy, and use large thumbtacks to elevate the canvas. I learned the hard way to put it up the wall in case you use a hairdryer. You can get aluminum pans cheap, too if your canvas is large enough to clear the edges.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Great tips Cynthia. I did shower curtains for a while also.

[@animaeversor5046]

I put together the smaller one a couple days ago. Used a longer shelf bracket ( cheaper ) and cut it to size with a dremel. Worked great! Forgot the part about covering the bars on my first pour so have to fix that. Love the mobility, the ease of cleanup, and the bottom is flat so we can save the runoff for jewelry!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Make a huge difference doesn’t it.

[@SnarkasticSunny]

Jewelry?? Tell us more...?

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

@@SnarkasticSunny You pull up the "skins" made from drying leftover paint. Cut them up and glue them to cabochon jewelry blanks.

[@SnarkasticSunny]

@@LeftBrainedArtist Ohhhh! good idea! 👍💡

[@SnarkasticSunny]

@@LeftBrainedArtist sounds like intriguing way to make jewelry! And not "waste"! Been beading bracelets & things for years, off & on. Never this tho. I like it!

[@lisaaustin5596]

I use green kitty litter flat box works great. I use free cup holders from McDonald's turn over in box. Their napkins. I'm ready to paint. Your handsome and speak so we'll. God bless you.lisa

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Thanks Lisa. The kitty litter box sounds like it would be perfect. Especially the low big ones.

[@Queen16333]

I have my spinner in one but hadn’t thought of this! Thanks so much!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

You are so welcome!

[@Snowplow82]

I pour on my dining room table on a puppy pee pad. I put 4 jumbo push pins on the underneath of the canvas to keep it level

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Your table is more level than mine. I had to use hanging hooks so I could adjust each corner separately. That's awesome that you have a system that works.

[@Snowplow82]

@@LeftBrainedArtist i am going to make one of these so the paint can flow better.

[@margaretpoirrier9725]

I have a large cat litter pan from when I had a cat. I set my canvas in that on cups but I'm going to invest in the PVC pieces. Thanks

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Sounds great Margaret. Hope it helps you as much as it did me.

[@staceynave]

So I have been using a small round kiddy pool. It's MASSIVE lol! Also its not completely even. I've been meaning to do something like this and like you, I think outside of the box. Thanks for giving me even more ideas!!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Oh, I kiddy pool means you probably have enough room for some of the HUGE canvas. Yes that is a little bit of envy from me. For having a place to put something that big and for just having it. Let us know how your new ideas work out Stacey.

[@staceynave]

@@LeftBrainedArtist well the issue is that I DON'T have the room lol! Its so big that I have to store it on top of my backup refrigerator in the mud room lol. I paint in the dining room and livingroom. Its a very bad setup and I've taken over the entire house! But I will get it all together and I think your videos have given me even more ideas for shelving and storage so thank you!!