My favorite hair dryer for acrylic pour dutchpour paintings

[@paulasilveri7800]

Thanks for this! I’m just beginning and this is extremely helpful. First tutorial I’ve seen on blow dryers.

[@beccaharkinsart]

Glad it was helpful!

[@tross6580]

Great video. Thank you for taking the time to show this. I was thinking it was just me but now I can see there may be hope for me yet.

[@beccaharkinsart]

You can do it!

[@raqueljimenez7405]

Gracias , has sido buena persona al mostrarnos esas dificultades técnicas y no importarte gastarte esa gran cantidad de pintura, muchas bendiciones para ti.

[@HollyFischerArt]

Yes, I have been having the same concern about scaling up in canvas size due to the condenser size. I can imagine in my mind how amazing a larger size of a gorgeous blow out painting would be, but I've been keenly aware that what I see in my mind is a scaled up version and would, therefore, require a larger condenser to achieve....or at least that is what I keep thinking will be true unless there is, somehow, a way that just blowing it "more" would end up with the result I imagine. But I've not been so sure it would really turn out that way. So I have been holding off even trying to do a painting like what I have been envisioning as I don't want to waste a ton paint. But to be able to take what we can do on smaller canvases and get that same look scaled up on a big canvas is my goal as well. Thank you for this video. I did not start with a blow dryer I was using on my hair as I had not been blow drying my hair. 😄🤩 I bought a dryer just for painting, but it was something like 3 or 4 years ago, and I just went to Big Lots and picked a model they had at the time, and I did not even realize then that models could change how the paint blows! LOL. I have been able to get good results with it (eventually! 🤣🤣🤣) but it is a full sized dryer, and I find that the size is just too cumbersome. I end up with the size alone just bumping into things (sometimes almost into the canvas itself!) and simply being more challenging to move around as I'm blowing the paint. I have suspected that a smaller size dryer is definitely better for this style of painting. I also have the same issue with my dryer that you have with the 3rd one you showed - where on the low setting it just won't move the paint, but on the high setting - ok - well at first I did tend to fling the paint across the room with that setting - LOL - but I have gotten a lot better at controlling the paint with it on that setting but I have had a LOT of paintings I've done over a few years with that one dryer in order to get better in that regard. My dryer does have the same sort of condenser shape your 3rd dryer has and I value your share on that as I was not sure if my condenser shape was making a difference. I appreciate your share here as I have been wanting to get something that will be better in the experience. I have the same issues of the cumbersome aspect as your first dryer in my dryer and the same issue as in your 3rd dryer, as my model has the same sort of condenser. At least now I completely know what I'm experiencing what I am. I also don't use cool air for my blow outs and I've never noticed any difference when I did try it a few times. Like you, I have not noticed any difference with that, regardless of other people saying it should be on the cool air setting. 🥰🥰 Anyway - this is a helpful video. Thank you!

[@beccaharkinsart]

Yes, I’m working on developing something that will allow me to scale. I’ll let you all know when I figure it out!

[@karenjones2443]

This helped so much. This is the first time I have seen a video on blow drying. I have done some Dutch pours but they were disastrous. I like your second painting the best. Thank you so much for the video.

[@beccaharkinsart]

Glad I could help!

[@jst2711]

Just come across your channel. I learnt a lot from your tutorial. Thank you. I like number 2 the best.

[@beccaharkinsart]

Me too!! So glad you found this helpful. Any suggestions on what you like me to teach on next?

[@cherrypie789]

You are a great artist and an awesome person who is helping others and giving us your secrets! Respect ❤

[@beccaharkinsart]

Thank you so much 😀

[@janetmakinen9324]

The middle hair blower is my pick. I have several different hair blowers, but I use my 1000 one the most.

[@karenguglielmo254]

Hi! I just discovered you ans am so happy i did! I've had the hairdryer question for a long time so watching your video is a huge help! Thank you!

[@beccaharkinsart]

Glad I could help!

[@lilid704]

Thank you so much for taking the time and make this video!!❤

[@beccaharkinsart]

You are so welcome!

[@glendanunez]

Definitely the hair dryer number 2 its the best ❤ thank you for sharing. Now I know where I have a problem with my pouring 😢

[@beccaharkinsart]

You are so welcome!

[@Razzieblue]

Thank you so much for the testing! I have a Revlon as well, different model but it has the 1875 Watts. I have the same problem you had. Low is not powerful enough and high blows it all over the place. I have been looking into buying another hairdryer so your video was very helpful!

[@beccaharkinsart]

Glad I could help!

[@auntkaren12]

just came across your channel. I was wondering about the hair dryer options so this was a well-timed finding! Also looking forward to viewing all your videos.

[@beccaharkinsart]

Welcome!!

[@annedoran5469]

I found this video very helpful. I have the small blue and yellow dryer that others seem to rave about and I hate it!! My father used to say that old adage, "a bad workman blames his tools", but when it comes to hairdryers finding the right one is very important to bring about a good result. I think I'm going to buy the one you like. I'm not using really large canvases yet.

[@beccaharkinsart]

Let me know if you like this one.

[@nancydunston1215]

#2, for sure! I love this painting!!!

[@beccaharkinsart]

Yay! Thank you!

[@sedaraclark2741]

This was sooo helpful. I has given me a better way of evaluating my hair dryers ( I have several 🙂) to get the results that I am trying to achieve. Thanks a bunch, love your work.

[@beccaharkinsart]

Glad it was helpful!

[@sandramoralde9313]

Ty, this was very helpful. Just getting started and no one else talks about the hairdryers.. lol. Ty again!!

[@beccaharkinsart]

You’re welcome!

[@susiefindeisen7393]

Thank you so much! I’ve been looking for this kind of tutorial!!

[@beccaharkinsart]

Glad it was helpful!

[@leetteduran4580]

That last blow dryer made me truly LOL….it SCARED ME WHEN YOU TURNED IT ON HIGH!!! Definitely the middle one is the best. Maybe try yet another dryer???? One with a medium setting possibly. And one that you can add condensers on the end?

[@beccaharkinsart]

Hahahah!!

[@deelorenzetti7766]

I honestly like #1 blow! I like soft and wispy as opposed to the hard lines a traditional Dutch pour is. Thanks for sharing. Very helpful! I got one of those Drew Barimore Flowers everyone talks of. I’m not impressed. No cool shot and not enough power for what I like in the wispy results! Appreciate this so much✌️💜😊

[@beccaharkinsart]

To each his or her own! That what develops different styles!

[@karenavery3672]

Thank you for the video. I too have a UHU hairdryer, and 4 or 5 others, I use a different one for Shelee Blooms. I like the UHU best though for Dutch Pours.

[@michelletomczyszyn578]

I love the 1st one!

[@annewolanski1628]

I just ordered the mhd one on Amazon. Im excited to try it out. Thank you Becca 😊❤

[@beccaharkinsart]

You’re welcome!

[@steveb7027]

Thanks for all your videos! I'm a beginner. I used your link to purchase your favorite. I tried it and finally have hope I may be able to get better results. 🙂 While not related to this video, any recommendations on amount of paint to use (another one of my challenges 🤔)? I just spotted you commented on amount of paint in 5 Tips for Dutch Pour Beginners - Why Opacity and Transparency Matter. Thank You!

[@beccaharkinsart]

You are so welcome!

[@DonnaMiller-y5e]

I have a blow dryer like yours and a blow torch. I understand now that I need a heat gun. Can you tell me which one you would suggest? By the way I truly enjoy seeing your videos.

[@beccaharkinsart]

I don’t use a heat gun, just a blow dryer and a torch.

[@DonnaMiller-y5e]

@@beccaharkinsart Thank you so very much.

[@santababy1952]

I think if you want that wider approach to your paints then narrow the concentrator with some making tape as I have found that the more narrow the concentrator the more you can approach the paints with the desired movement and control. I didn't think I could do Dutch pours until I figured out that it was the width of the concentrator opening that messed me up much like the newest hair dryer you have (a more oval shape). Jus t narrow it with some masking tape.

[@beccaharkinsart]

Thanks for your feedback

[@kathygardell3898]

The only thought I had after watching this video is possibly trying to use the cool shot button on the 3rd hairdryer to see if it changes the amount of air you get coming out. Maybe you'll get less air on the high while using the cool shot or maybe you'll get more air on the low while using the cool shot. I liked the information here, thank you for posting this "experiment"! I use Dre Barrymore's Flower hairdryer and love it!

[@beccaharkinsart]

What a great suggestion!! I need to give that a try!

[@elainelee6741]

Love the middle one.

[@anaseoane1027]

Es increible la diferencia. Tu bebé secador es el.campeón. ❤😊

[@uAlenkycz]

Having the same troubles now. I'm still learning and I realized the reason my colors are not moving is not them being too thick ( I made them super super thin), it's the concentrator - too wide, too thick, and it's not narrow. It hardly pushes the color and I have no control regarding the direction. When switching from low to strong on the hairdryer, the color just flies and gets overmixed. So I guess a different concentrator is the key. Or maybe a different hairdryer too. So much questions left when learning 😅

[@beccaharkinsart]

Yes! Finding a good hair dryer that works for you is key!

[@CreationFromtheTable]

I really need a new blow dryer lol mine starting to make some funny noises and it's time to get one before I don't have one so I'm going through everybody's videos and seeing what their favorite blow dryers are Thanks for sharing!! I have 4 but only liked my mini blow dryer..... Your blow dryer that you love looks just like the one that I have that I love and need to replace different brand though!! Using ur link!! Thanks for all your thoughts behind the best blowdryer!! This was 10 months ago have you changed your mind or is this still your favorite blow dryer???

[@beccaharkinsart]

Still my favorite!

[@mylenefortin6049]

Hello, my english is not very good and i don’t understand if you put the air dryer on cool or warm. Thank you ! I really love your work !

[@beccaharkinsart]

My hair dryer doesn’t have a warm setting. It has a cool button but I don’t use it, so the air is kind of warm.

[@karenguglielmo254]

The middle one is beautiful. It has a more feathery look.

[@lookinchic1129]

I like the middle. I’m looking for blow dryer too! 🙏

[@beccaharkinsart]

It's so good!

[@MariaHelenaCaceresMachado]

Thanks..I like piece 2

[@beccaharkinsart]

Me too!

[@eileen.333]

Love this experiment! I have 3 dryers and really not loving any of them.. but I like your fav dryer and the design it gives you.. tho the cells on the first were also beautiful imo 👏🏻👏🏻

[@beccaharkinsart]

I totally agree!

[@SteveHsFavorites]

20:36 Hi Becca, I ordered the hhu dryer from your link. I am having the same problem with the base coat flipping over. When are you going to start your art classes you’re good enough to?

[@beccaharkinsart]

I’d love to do that in the future!

[@jenniferzaderer3962]

What is the make of your hair dryer pleas. Up till now I habe bought 4 hair driers and none do the job. Your favourite would be ideal for me. Thank you loved your video.

[@beccaharkinsart]

I linked it in the description. Let me know if you have any trouble finding it.

[@janakainz1315]

I like the middle one.

[@kimhalbrook6864]

Thanks for doing this video! I am just starting and i feel like goldilocks, to soft, to powerful, where is my just right. I had three extra blow dryers in my house from having a couple vaca houses. I dont love any of them and im now ordering this one! 😂.

[@beccaharkinsart]

Glad it was helpful!

[@nataliemacklin2417]

First of all, thank you for the demo! I love your work! I've heard from leftbrainedartist that you should avoid the curved concentrator. Maybe that's the problem? Anywho, that my 2 cents worth! 💗

[@beccaharkinsart]

Ahhh yes the curve might be the problem! Thanks for letting me know that tip!

[@karenmustard6920]

Have you tried the cool setting on the hair blowers. From my experience, the cool setting doesn't blow as hard. So it might just be the in between force you are looking for.

[@beccaharkinsart]

Interesting. I’ll give it a try

[@tshegofatsomogotsi969]

Very helpful.

[@beccaharkinsart]

Glad it was helpful!

[@ruthgreen1820]

I really think staying with your favorite is the best. But like you I would keep looking for a dryer that can handle the big canvas. Is fluid Art Co an option.

[@beccaharkinsart]

Does Fluid Art Co sell a hair dryer?

[@TheCultureshare]

Hi, I have the 3rd one which I use for my fluid art creations. I don’t love it. But I use the high power while pushing the cool button so it doesn’t blow the paint all over the place. Just wanted to share that.

[@beccaharkinsart]

Hmmm I wonder what about hitting the cool button stops it from blowing the paint all over the place?!

[@TheCultureshare]

When hitting the cool button, the air output is reduced from the high mode for some reason. That’s what I have been doing. I’m also looking for a better hair dryer. I also find this one’s opening is too wide and lack of focus.

[@TheCultureshare]

Could you please send me the link for your favorite one? I’ll give it a try. Thanks!

[@beccaharkinsart]

@@TheCultureshare link should be in the description

[@beccaharkinsart]

@@TheCultureshare interesting. I’ll try it again.

[@RochelleJones-bf8ve]

Thank u!! Soooo helpful.

[@beccaharkinsart]

You're so welcome!

[@francesmccambridge6682]

Definitely the middle one

[@CarolSwarbrigg]

Second one best

[@ceresantunes4829]

amei a explicação do seu secador. obrigada.😘😘

[@beccaharkinsart]

Your welcome.

[@TamikaBetts-we2mj]

Have you found a dryer that blows well for bigger size canvas work yet? I’ve noticed there’s not any big big art pieces on your channel yet.

[@beccaharkinsart]

Not yet! I just did a 30x24 and the video was published today. I am getting the feeling that I’m going to need to make my own. You’ve got my wheels turning with ideas!

[@tross6580]

Is your favorite a mini? I ordered the one your link took me too and i think its smaller than yours.

[@beccaharkinsart]

Yes it is!

[@ravenmoon8147]

Have you tried duck taping the bigger condenser to your small air dryer?

[@carlosguerraoyola-em4cc]

Con esa técnica haría bastante cuadros , yo una máquina haciendo pinturas , son bellos bellos ,👍😘🥰🇵🇪♥️💐

[@beccaharkinsart]

You can learn!

[@pete6790]

Try holding the gold hairdryer differently so it's upside down but the bulb / wide part that would be the top in the palm of your hand, drape the cord over your shoulder so it doesn't get in the way, on high you just need to do your movements a little quicker .

[@beccaharkinsart]

Ido you use this hairdryer? I’ll have to give that a try.

[@mylenefortin6049]

Ok merci beaucoup! 👍😀

[@jessicalarson3758]

Hi Becca! I hope you are well! I have that third hair dryer as well as the small one, your favorite (which is my favorite as well). If you look at the Revlon concentrator from the bottom of the hair dryer up (like flip the whole thing upside down and look at it) you can see that it is in the shape of a curve or a smile and not completely flat. I believe this effects a lot of how the air flows out and when it's on low that little bit of air that shoots out from the sides is farther away (plus blows outward maybe?) and there for is just not close enough for it to push the paint like the middle or very center of it does cause its closer. I noticed yours has two little slits on each side of the concentrator like mine does as well. I considered covering them with tape once to see if that would help the air flow at all. Maybe it's just a combination of the holes and the curve to it?? hmm. Just thought of that.. But anyhoo, ultimately in the end what I have done is put another concentrator that was flat from a different Revlon dryer on it. IDK how I lucked out and actually had one that fit but I did. lol. (Don't ask me where the actual hair dryer is at that it went to though. lol. trust me I wish I knew!) That concentrator from the Revlon travel one does twist off so that you can attach another one to it.;) When I use it now, I use the cool shot and IDK if it helps A LOT or actually at all TBH but in my mind it does a little bit! lol. I hope this all makes sense and helps! Becca, I STILL keep going back to my fav smaller one though. It is just perfect for my paint consistency, and I am so beyond comfortable and USE to it. I am sure you can relate. Lauren from Lauren Michelle Art uses that Revlon travel dryer and has no issues, BUT she uses only paint & water and I believe her paints are much much thinner than what we use. So thinning out ur paints would work for a bigger canvas pour but if your anything like me, I don't wanna switch that up and have to go back and forth. lol. I have a Foxybae hair dryer (not a 2000wt. thats wayy too strong for my hair and blow outs lol) that was EXTREMELY expensive that I use on my hair, and you don't know how many times I have considered trying it out (nice concentrator on it too) BUT I don't wanna get it covered in paint!:( Lol! We both know it would get demolished if I tried it out and it worked good! But It's soo pretty with rose gold and a matt black finish :(... not to mention it matches two of my curling irons, a round blow out brush, flat iron PLUS a bunch of other things I had bought like brushes and clips for doing my hair. Maybe one day I will break and try it but.... ugh... idk. lol. Sorry for the long comment. I am horrible at explaining things! I hope that you can decipher my words and I hope that you eventually find the perfect fit for a larger one! The kiss blow dryer is a good one I have heard. I know a few fluid artists that use it and love it. Have a beautiful, blessed day! :) I just wanted to say (while I have the chance) that I am soo beyond happy to see your channel growing and the magical pieces that you are creating Becca! I usually watch from my flat screen TV and haven't been commenting as much as I would like! You are extremely talented! When listening to you now, it sounds like you have been doing this for years!:) Most artists don't catch on with as many things so fast like you have!;) I am SOO SOO happy for you!! Your pieces are ALL so pretty with your own unique signature style! It usually takes literally years or even decades for someone to find a signature style as an artist! Way to go gurl! Lots of love! :) P.s. I Just watched your new video with the yellow split base... it turned out so pretty, soft and delicate! That phalo blue really came through gorgeously mixing with the other colors! Phalo blue has a special space in my heart as well. I probably would've added even more that's how much I love it. lol But your piece turned out SUPER PRETTY!! I love it! :)

[@beccaharkinsart]

Jessica, this all made perfect sense. I don’t think you give yourself enough credit for explaining things. Interesting idea about changing out the concentrator on the Revlon one. I will need to give that a try. Thank you for your encouraging words as well! My channel is growing faster than I expected which is really fun! But honestly it is all thanks to you all for watching and commenting. 😊

[@annewolanski1628]

What is the brand of the #2 dryer?

[@beccaharkinsart]

There should be a link to it in the description.

[@marlyndataylor2925]

I think your black “old faithful might work better held upside down to move the paint laterally.

[@btj7ndr33]

I just watched a video yesterday that said the best way to hold a blow dryer or air gun is so that the air flow is almost parallel to the canvas. I don't even have an air condenser on the blow dryer I picked up at a resale shop (cuz I didn't know at the time I'd need one), but I'm going to try holding it upside down to see if that makes a difference in my Dutch pours. 🙃

[@marlyndataylor2925]

Try holding each of them upside down. I think it will blow more across the canvas, not down into the canvas. It will take some getting comfortable with technique.

[@beccaharkinsart]

I’ve tried that. I just don’t like to hold it that way.

[@wafatar8677]

Interesting

[@acrylicart1310]

Привет, Бекка, спасибо большое за очень познавательное видео. У меня фен 2200 вт. поэтому мне трудно контролировать поток. Плохо , что я не могу купить на амазоне нет доставки в Россию. Еще хочу уточнить в маленьком фене нет функции холодного воздуха. Как горячий воздух влияет на краску. Спасибо твое видео было для меня очень полезно.

[@beccaharkinsart]

In my experience the hot hair doesn’t effect the paint. My small hair drier does have a cool shot button though.

[@acrylicart1310]

@@beccaharkinsartСпасибо, за ответ.

[@francistrick4327]

#2 yes, no on the third one, and the first one is okay

[@anastasiapeasley1443]

The condenser needs to be a rectangle/oval. It's equal measurements like, your favorite dryer.

[@beccaharkinsart]

Yup! Thanks!

[@thecynic9232]

I like the first one. The second one is too controlled, if that’s even possible.

[@beccaharkinsart]

I understand what you are saying, exactly. The first one isn’t bad. Like I said, everyone has their own aesthetic

[@carlosguerraoyola-em4cc]

Yo no hablo Inglés,

[@beccaharkinsart]

Sorry.

[@robinlang808]

Please just name the one that is good put a name to it!

[@beccaharkinsart]

It’s all listed in the description