PORTRAITS- How to Mix ALL Skin Tones and Blend (Acrylics)

[@coldsphagett8910]

You makes better shade range than beauty blender and morphe tbh

[@gabbywonka1]

ur mom's cold sphagetti 😂😂

[@aleanapineda882]

Im fcking crying 😂😂

[@luluisfunny]

lmfaooo tea

[@jenny-sq7qi]

Throwing shade-

[@yumtaco7376]

cold sphagett this is why they should have artists to make them the shades haha

[@goodgirl5824]

You just helped me tremendously with my painting and my make up. I thought it was crazy that in order for my make up to blend perfectly with my chocolate skin, It had to have red in it. Now I get it!! Thank you!! 🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@Ms72Tee]

Thank you for making plain the basics of skin tones and blending. I’m doing a portrait of my cousin and needed to get a better understanding of blending the colors.

[@michellegallas9916]

Love how detailed your explanations are. Thanks

[@free2bfree583]

Excellent videos - explanations and examples very helpful. Thank you...

[@Amariiiiie]

Great video!!! Thank you for simplifying this!

[@ethelcore]

This is the best video on acrylic painting ever

[@UrinItToWinIt]

Excellent tips thank you!

[@Liveyourlifethismoment]

Thank you sooo much for the info👍

[@camillesamuel4491]

Thank you so much

[@Marvin_Alain]

My biggest problem is when I run out of a mixture and having to recreate the exact same color because I need more.

[@SacredInkk]

Marvin Alain Jose Sinchioco same 🤦🏽‍♀️ you try not to mix to much so you don’t waste and end up running out then can’t make the exact color again

[@alilrazzledazzle992]

If you need large quantities, just mix your own color and get the color matched at home depot. They sell 8 ounce jars for cheap. I used to work there and I also use their paints for jewelry, etc.

[@Marvin_Alain]

@@SacredInkk exactly! Hahaa!!

[@Marvin_Alain]

@@alilrazzledazzle992 Thanks so much for your suggestion!

[@carmenf.desousa-aritst3044]

@@alilrazzledazzle992 umm.... this does not apply to oil paint?? Right?? ..... great idea

[@dominiquedelafontaine3651]

this has been the most helpful video ive seen on mixing skin tones. im a self taught artist with just the internet as a guide and this definitely provided as an excellent resource. thank you xx

[@gabbywonka1]

Dominique Delafontaine thank you! ☺️ glad I could help

[@ExistentialGardening]

Same!

[@boywonder8341]

She made it easy

[@conniehernandez5524]

Yes I watched a few and this was the only one that had me saying ooooh ok I get it now !👍

[@mamiijayy308]

Same... she's amazing

[@rosieposie9731]

This helped so much. I'm in 10th grade and I've never painted a portrait but my art teacher expects me to. I didnt know how I should paint it or how to get skin tones. So this helped alot, thank you💞

[@gabbywonka1]

rosie posie glad to hear that :)

[@bryzxn1218]

Tbh me to i had to do a social studies fair project so I did a painting and it really did help me thx so much

[@Sundropz]

Same here

[@annabellishedart4901]

I'm in 11th. If your still having trouble just play around.

[@MrPanatech]

First, thank you for creating the "How to blend" video, extra kudos for the added bonus of "skin tones mixing". Is hard for me to express my gratitude, because in these days of "big tech", simplicity seems like an extinguishing act. I also realize that your technique is not the only one available, but is a hell of a start. Thank You again... PS: Just so you know, artists are charging big bucks for this kind of info on Patreon.

[@gabbywonka1]

No problem, it was my pleasure :) also... I have no idea what Patreon is XD what’s that

[@MrPanatech]

Patreon is platform where artists provide training and gifts in exchange for monthly support. Usually the support pledges range from $1 to $50 per month. What I see most artists do, is display their skills on a youtube channel, and also provide trailers of upcoming full length videos. At the end everyone benefits, the artists raises money to continue developing art, and the supporters learn techniques on the platform. Check it out. Good Luck,

[@gabbywonka1]

thanks for all this info but I think I'll stick to KZbin :) what i always liked about KZbin was the fact that creators can still make money while the watchers don't actually have to pay. I think this is a really great platform but I'll still take note of Patreon in case i change my mind in the future.

[@angielovesusa]

Actually, there are lighter skin tones with blue undertones. Some Italians and middle eastern. I've watched portrait painting videos of subjects from those places and the artist used blue undertones and their skin was much lighter than what you have on your last card.

[@gabbywonka1]

Thanks for the info :) yea I know about that but unfortunately I only learnt it after I made the tutorial. 🤷🏽‍♀️

[@ryanthomas2118]

I have been watching hours and hours of acrylic portrait painting videos to do my first portrait . Yours are the best by far. I now feel motivated to actually start my painting. Thank you so much.

[@zinny7994]

I had to watch artists to figure out why I've never had a foundation that truly match. I'm African, born in Africa but I have very yellow undertone

[@ameeca1]

*this video is a magic . exactly what I wanted .*

[@GrumpetteJV]

Oh thank you! Will try this. Btw, can I just say I really love your accent. Very pleasant to listen to.

[@gabbywonka1]

GrumpetteJV thank you :D

[@angielovesusa]

Water breaks the pigment acrylic bonds. Your painting will eventually flake and peel. Use extender medium.

[@deanharootunian4302]

Angela Sachs I was about to say this! Also the warping..... The warping.

[@asmaaet-taoudi8187]

Wait can you explain more

[@leefelixsegg2666]

@@deanharootunian4302 well if you dont use printer paper then it won't warp.

[@tteok_tteok_goose]

Thank you so much. Im trying to stay away from euro-centric art and you're the first vid I found that mixes darker skin tones. Such a life saver, and you definitely gained yourself a new subscriber

[@bvdf230]

Actually I'm brown (south asian) and I have a yellow undertone. But this was still super helpful. Thank you

[@carlottad2139]

I have been up for HOURS studying acrylic portrait paintings...and OMG! Honey you just gave me exactly what I needed....I've never painted a portrait nor used acrylic paint and this first 1 I just attempted was trash! I almost gave up until I found you tutorial...I will try once more...thank you!💛💛

[@curmudgeon4972]

What about green undertones? I've heard that a green underpainting makes a portrait more realistic

[@gabbywonka1]

curmudgeon you are correct but it’s not exactly an undertone. Red and green are complimentary colours and so together they make brown. A technique for creating skin tones is by painting a green base layer and painting over that with a red-based colour. It usually comes out more realistic especially since our veins appear green or bluish green under our skin. So it doesn’t really have to do with skin undertones but rather layering and colour theory

[@curmudgeon4972]

@@gabbywonka1 Thanks! I'm attempting my first realistic acrylic portrait which is why I stumbled on your video in the first place. Hopefully it turns out well!

[@lifeismusicparnadonkers]

Hello Gabby. Do you need cyan blue for dark skin tones? I don,t have cyan blue. Can i use cobalt blue instad? I am getting a Jamaican vibe from you,re vioce. Mayby Caribian? Are you from Jamaica? Cause thats the closed you,re voice matches to. I love you,re video. I learnt so mutch from skine tones thank you so mutch. Have a nice day or night. 😁👋🏾

[@nm-bt5qe]

This video was so useful even though I only use watercolor. Instead of using white paint I can add more water & instead of using black I can use sepia.

[@gabbywonka1]

NiLa Warrior Princess you’re very correct, I do that whenever I use watercolour. Glad u found it useful

[@guitaristshorts]

the most useful painting video ive found so far

[@braydinsisco7856]

Can I use water on a canvas or will that ruin it? (Stupid question I know but I’m brand new to painting lol)

[@gabbywonka1]

Braydin Sisco yes u can use water on a canvas :) lol no stupid questions, we’re all learning

[@braydinsisco7856]

Gabby Wonka thank you so much! I really like your tutorial and I’ll definitely be checking out more! ❤️

[@katielally2807]

I’m doing my first oil portrait and I tried using a limited palette to get the skin tones for nct’s Taeyong, but it was way too difficult. After six hours of painting I’m going to have to go over everything again tomorrow trying these colors

[@apersonlikeanyother6895]

This video helped me improve my skin tones when I felt like giving up. It is awesome. Thank you so much

[@reneeyohe8864]

You broke it down so simply, thank you so much, I needed this to really help blend a portrait I was working on. Thank you!

[@Painx7]

Nice job fellow trini!! Can u reccommend me any books u found with useful information that helped u in painting?

[@gabbywonka1]

Thank you. To be honest I've learnt mostly everything i know about painting through KZbin videos, so i can't say i have any books to recommend. Sorry to disappoint

[@Painx7]

Gabby Wonka thanks well keep posting im learning alot from u

[@alex-wn1dt]

If you don’t have Burnt Sienna, use Raw Umber mixed with a tiny bit of Alizarin Crimson. It gives a very close affect

[@joaniefournier9103]

Am I the only struggling so bad to blend the skin tones together with acrylics ? Is it easier with oil ? I never tried oil. Thank you so much for the video by the way it’s life changing 🤩

[@gabbywonka1]

acrylics can be difficult to blend because it dries quickly, so it requires practice. Oil paint is definitely easier to blend however oil paintings can take up to months to dry, and it requires buying certain liquids to mix and clean brushes (its not like other paint where u just use water)

[@iamu2247]

This is one of the best tutorials I've seen for mixing skin tones with acrylic. Thank you for showing the sweet organized value changes with enjoyable commentary. 😊

[@sierranikole4260]

New oil painter here! Thank you for posting, this is the best video I've seen on mixing skin and undertones for beginners. Most other videos I feel assume the viewer has a base knowledge while this one presents basic knowledge! Also really appreciated the scale visual used! Happy painting!

[@Gigi_otter]

Could you use the darker shades from the same color undertone to paint shadows? For example, could you use the third darkest shade in the yellow undertone as shadow for the lightest yellow undertone skin?

[@gabbywonka1]

yes thats the way to do it

[@itsfay4714]

انتي عربية. 🌹✊🏻✊🏼✊🏽✊🏾

[@MalenkyGoblin]

Can I share your video on Instagram? I promise to give you credit.

[@gabbywonka1]

sure no problem

[@Tiktok_official871]

1:05 red undertones

[@cdcopley3404]

Good information, however, the background music detracts from the presentation.

[@gabbywonka1]

CD Copley thanks for the feedback!

[@leyetizola1099]

Gabby Wonka I like the music it’s a nice touch

[@0204mrdaniel]

hi Gabby know i heard the accent ..just started came across you nice videos..

[@madeleinehargrave5821]

I love this. The way this is explained is the same format they use in intro to color theory at university!

[@DomingoFreire]

Really important the information of this video, thank you a lot for share this tutorial. I am from Venezuela and this demostration is full of important details... Thank you for show how to blend using acrylic paint with this example. Happy New Year.

[@gabbywonka1]

Happy New Year :)

[@umeshdeorukhkar8560]

Very nice video I got interacted to you very much

[@ahhhhhh124]

Are you from the Caribbean?

[@gabbywonka1]

Jane Doe yep, Trinidad

[@peggymeredith7142]

Thank you Gabby. I feel confident in going forward with painting my grandbebes skin tones. On my own the tone leaned to purple, the grandbebes were not pleased. They gave me the what is wrong with you Granny eye! Hahahaha! Hoping they will be pleased with my next efforts.

[@gabbywonka1]

I hope so too! Glad I could help :)

[@AngelasMixedMediaArtist]

Thx so much love very informative 🌹❤️

[@michaelkwafo7817]

Angie’sMixedmediaarts. 2019 hi

[@artifexmom3824]

Thanks for sharing your nice tutorial \ tips about color skin tones. ☺️💕👍🏻 Hello 👋🏻 I’m your newest friend here.☺️👍🏻 God bless and please keep safe always.☺️🙏🏻

[@sparksfly2752]

This is so helpful. I was painting a portrait yesterday and i was so clueless on what to mix to get the correct skin tone and highlights but ended up painting it after a lot of trials and errors.

[@elisavelasquezlive]

Great video on mixing skin tones, very simplified very nice. I only wished you would of used a Canvas at the end and finished the portrait, not complaining just a suggestion 😊💛

[@keithadams5190]

Omg...thank you soooo much, I have done exactly what you said and killed myself getting right tone mixing primary colors in my portraits

[@pujaashrieramadass7484]

This video is very straight forward and the instructions is also easy to understand😆.Its truly helpfull for someone like me who is just starting to use acrylic🎨.I'm gratefull that you made a video based on this.Thank you😁 Edit:OMG! Thank you😄

[@gabbywonka1]

This is a very nice comment, thank you very much ❤️

[@winterwhack3690]

This is extremely useful! You even showed us how to blend the skin tones onto paper! I’ve alwayd had trouble with the lighting on the painting but wow this really helps me understand so much! Thank you!

[@EceGurlerArt]

Love the tutorial! Thanks . I wish the music wan't there. It makes it hard to focus. Great work, again, thanks!

[@nicoleivonnedecamps1074]

Hi can u teach me how 2 b a professional artist lik u

[@gabbywonka1]

🤣🤣

[@rajasuditha5178]

Please upload new videos

[@ryriceaaa]

this is a very helpful video in mixing skintones! though, i only have a burnt umber and not a burnt sienna. can i use that instead?

[@gabbywonka1]

ryriceaaa you can still get some good skin tones with burnt umber, yes

[@ryriceaaa]

thank uu!

[@clarissaangelica1]

In 10 minutes you explained it so simple and clear. You are awesome and I thank YOU!!!

[@anviban2]

...great demonstration-- excellent and precise rather than painting a picture THIS SHOULD BE FIRST when explaining color progression - plus very few color tone videos of people of color...thanks

[@juli19240]

Thank you very much....😊😊😊😊

[@asilrashid1979]

Thank you so much for this tutorial. I'm currently attempting a portrait of Frida Kahlo and this tutorial on how to mix skin tone shades helped a lot. And your other tutorial where you painted the face of a beautiful brown-skinned girl also helped me to paint Frida's nose.

[@loralieg9611]

Best video that I've seen for mixing skin tones and I've watched many! Thank you!

[@HermanNucleosis]

I ABSOLUTELY ADORE THIS ACCENT. I look forward to handing over to Carol from the other department just to hear her speak

[@oscarwheat3457]

Can u do a tutorial on how to paint eyes

[@gabbywonka1]

oscar wheat sure :)

[@oscarwheat3457]

@@gabbywonka1 thanks I hope its soon lol

[@emilluminateart8934]

Definitely most helpful portrait video I have been able to fine, thank you so much

[@densha.a]

I've been looking for tutorials these past few days and this was the most helpful video I've ever watched! Thank you for this. Also, I love your voice!

[@gabbywonka1]

Denisea Vlogs thank u :D

[@crystallikeice1416]

I noticed you dont have light skin with cool undertones. Can you make a gradient swatch with it? Wonderful video helped me a lot!

[@reborn-fabrique-a-reve3388]

Super vidéo 👌dommage qu'on ne voit pas les deux couleurs manquante sur la 3 ème feuille 😯🌹

[@prince.1033]

Don't use background music, your voice is amazing, SEDUCTIVE!

[@parvaiznaseem8831]

Will help a lot with my Portraits Paintings!! Thanks

[@RandallHicks-xv8sf]

Great video, Gabby....thanks for sharing....and I love the background music. :0)

[@kelseysreborns]

I paint reborn dolls and this video has really helped me mix up skin tones for my portrait babies

[@dreadheadjay7970]

2.2 big up😅

[@allisonbashampayne4885]

Such a useful, simple palette for skin tones. This is a great introduction to acrylic portrait painting for sure, and I love that you test painting skin tones directly on an image to color match.

[@angiebbiii]

god this was so helpful THANK YOU SO MUCH

[@farx7x]

Thanks alot, I'm new to acrylic but that blending technique really helped me lots❤️❤️

[@atelieradela]

Thank you so much Gabby! I have struggled a lot with skin tones, especially with darker skin tones. I will try to do the same teqcinice with watercolors- acrylics is something I want to try but have to save up some money first. Do you have any recommendations for acrylic brands and brushes?

[@DylanL2803]

This helped a lot I have my gcse this week and I’ve been practicing skin tones for ages, thank you!!

[@gabbywonka1]

DillPickle 186 hope it goes well!

[@kieg7329]

THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU! This is probably the simplest explanation for skin tone mixing I’ve seen. You’ve helped me tremendously considering I’m still struggling with color theory. Lol.

[@gabbywonka1]

Kie G aww this is so nice, you’re welcome :)

[@robinmazariegos1]

Excellent video, very helpful. One suggestion would be to lower the volume of the background music. I was struggling to hear and I really wanted the information. Sorry, I am an old person. Thank You

[@alayna9207]

I’m so sad this is your last video this also helped me a lot !! Thank you!!!

[@renyputman7118]

I'm doing my first semi portrait and I was so lost as to how to mix skin colours. I experimented so much and it just looked like poopy messy colours. I don't have burnt sienna, definitely buying it tomorrow! You just saved me from a whole lot of frustration! Thank you so much

[@dotmorton4540]

Dot from UK Super video and you explained everything so well, thank you for sharing, lots of love from the UK, Dot x.

[@stalean0301]

Thank you for your video. Very informative. I do disagree with one thing you said. Water does not give you more working time. Water actually evaporates and speeds up the drying of acrylic paint. I would use Golden Gloss or Satin Acrylic Glazing Medium for slow drying.

[@kelvsmith3180]

Thank you a great help

[@Bonita.ch1]

M I THE ONLY ONE THAT NOTICES HER CUTE ACCENT AND VOICE #NOHOMO 💕

[@rpprevost]

If you're making a video because you think you have something helpful to say, then why would you drown it out with ridiculous, monotonous, annoying MUSIC!? Seriously, what's the point? Save yourself time by not making the video if you don't want anyone to hear what you have to say.

[@Alexis-xp1gb]

Oof I'm a tan, non African individual with blue undertones, although, very very good explanations and tutorial :)

[@Aanya724]

This helped me sooooo much!!!!!! I made a self portrait you can see my profile photo but idk how to make skin tone that's why I had to make it in black and white but this helped!!!! and pls upload new video I would love to watch!

[@BriLPS]

This was very very very helpful and since I'm new when it comes to painting portraits this works so nicely for beginners. I have been doing art for a couple years now but this was so far the best tutorial I have found ever!💯

[@califmike2003]

background music is very distracting trying to listen to you, otherwise a good video.

[@neerajpradhan4720]

Hi Gabby. Thank you so much for this. Very helpful!!

[@audreyoreilly4055]

Yikes, of course adding black and white together will make grey...so obvious but I hadn't thought of it. Thanks for that tip!

[@nicolestevens261]

Excellent video. Very informative thank you!! Im just starting portraits and this is a huge help

[@Apollo_Blaze]

I think this is the best and easiest to understand lessons on mixing skin tones I have Ever seen....You really make it easy to see how you do it. Thank you so much, I know this helps many people : )

[@naqshabiliangady9674]

Hi Gabby, thank you for this tutorial. Please can you make one showing how to paint creases and folds in fabric? More precisely, clothes a person wears. TIA!

[@allyiiox5109]

Thxs 😊

[@dikumari15]

Best best best video for beginners of portrait acrylic painting .its so helpful. Thanku🤗

[@shenisee11]

Are you from trinidad???

[@gabbywonka1]

yep