Rainy Day Step by Step Acrylic Painting on Canvas for Beginners

In this video, we're gonna get together and learn how to paint an abstract landscape in palette knife as well as raindrops on a window. This is a good lesson for beginners on up!
I’m painting on a 16x20-inch stretched canvas, but you can paint on any type and size of canvas you like.
I used:
• A 1-inch flat brush
• A 1-inch soft filbert (filbert shape doesn't matter. Just make sure it's very soft)
• A 5/8-inch angle brush (or whatever you're comfortable making straight lines with)
• A very small detail brush
• A long palette knife
I’m using Liquitex acrylic paint in the following colors:
• Mars Black
• Titanium White
• Transparent Mixing White or Zinc White (optional)
But you can use any colors you like.
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"Water Prelude" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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and
"Relaxing Rain and Thunder Sound, City Noise Background" by Orange Free Sounds
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Thanks for watching!

[@ritajordan6598]

I lived in a house with a window exactly like this. You are top of the painters. Top class ❤

[@CC-bj6fh]

You were born to be a teacher ! I love how you simplifying painting and use a step by step teaching method explaining along the way how you achieve your looks .......thank you for sharing your knowledge and talents ...

[@PaintingwithJane]

Thank you so much, Charlene! You're so very sweet

[@caroljames509]

I agree Charlene, Jane is the best teacher.

[@ChristiGriffin]

Isn't she aweseom. And so calm and peaceful.

[@rhonda4421]

I watched and painted this 7 years ago and it’s still one of my favorites ❤. So much has happened since; it’s going to be amazing to paint this again. Love this channel

[@athenasword1]

Rainy days like that , because of the peaceful aspect put me to sleep. So if I owned that painting every time I looked at it I would start yawning.Marvellously done.

[@trustinyeshua5966]

This is one of the BEST tutorials I've seen yet....the entire video, including the music and sound effects...but especially the way you explain every detail....Superb video....thank you for sharing ...I'm a fan

[@nicoladavies2401]

My 8-year-old niece, and I just started painting with all her new art supplies she got from Santa. We found your videos and are working on a "Rainy Day" now. We're challenging ourselves to 100 days of painting, lol. Thank you. Your videos are great, glad we found you! :)

[@PaintingwithJane]

Oh my gosh, Nicola, that sounds amazing!!! How fun for you both, and you're going to learn and grow so much in that 100 days! I'm so glad you found me too :) I would love to see what you two are doing :D

[@user-ki4me7oj4d]

First time to actually see a rain drop made !

[@user-ki4me7oj4d]

Thank you for inviting me ! How much is it?

[@user-ki4me7oj4d]

I don't have enough space on my devices to join, but thank you!

[@user-ki4me7oj4d]

I've learned so much from your instructions while trying to paint one of your pictures!

[@alexshadowfax1119]

So the hardest thing about this painting is patience lol I have this bad habit of wanting to finish a painting in one go, this will help me to take my time and it may take a few days, thank you, have a great day

[@fluffyfish308]

I love days like that and also love the thunder and rain in the background. I would love the picture on my wall to be able to gaze out of that window :) Amazing realistic painting.

[@PaintingwithJane]

Thank you so much!!! Yes, rainy days are the best days. I love them so much

[@Artchick1972]

Me too

[@ebertdarian]

I love the light sound of rain in the music of the background. Very relaxing while watching and learning

[@PaintingwithJane]

Thank you, Darian! :D

[@sueeason275]

I love rainy days and use them as an excuse to be a little lazy....do only what I want to do....love your raindrops.

[@Devkinandan]

Jane.... you are the best. I am absolutely sure that nobody could instruct better than you. Also, you place your camera, just at the right place. I have no words to say thank you... You are just awesome..

[@PaintingwithJane]

You're so absolutely sweet, Rachna

[@angelichitalebscnd9272]

This is one of my favourites! I watched this one in the beginning of my painting journey, and 3 years later ..find it just as brilliant! Thank you Jane!

[@honeybwp1]

Your my new bob Ross I'm loving your paintings. I probably need to watch this few times before I try this but it's def a must try

[@PaintingwithJane]

Aaaaw, thank you so much!! That means a lot to me

[@traciemoore4620]

Sister you are doing what you were placed on this planet to do 😍

[@TeresaCashArt]

You saved me! I'm working on a piece that needed some raindrops and I had no clue how to create them. BIG THANKS TO YOU ~ now I do!

[@jillpaschal9034]

Love this very much. It was so fun and very calming to watch.

[@emmascreativecorner1606]

Where I live it rains most of the time! This is definitely one of my favourite paintings I've ever seen, I LOVE it. I enjoyed the rain soundtrack too, I find it very relaxing. Thanks :)

[@emmaplayzz2301]

Same name!

[@emmascreativecorner1606]

+Emma Playzz :)

[@lenelindqvist1480]

Emma Lou i

[@emmascreativecorner1606]

lene lindqvist ?

[@sheilafudge7818]

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[@bahirahensemble]

Simple... yet very effective! Those raindrops look so convincing!

[@PaintingwithJane]

Thank you, Malou!!

[@lushuslegs]

Love you, girl! Went through a Horrendous 5 year, emotional HELL! ( family!) My art went out the WINDOW, in the DUMP TRUCK!😢 I LOST my confidence in everything that I thought I was good! "SHATTERED!" In a Blnk! SO I THANK YOU for your time, how sweet and patient you are with us! Bless you, hunnee! You .. have now got me, "Armed n Dangerous!" WITH MY BRUSH n PAINTS! ❤❤❤

[@poppyntoxic-8839]

I found this KZbin channel about a week ago and I have already bought myself all the things I need to do some of the paintings haha, love your videos 😊

[@PaintingwithJane]

Thank you so much!!! I hope you have an amazing time painting

[@DarlaLama]

this is FANTABULOUS!!!! TY Jane

[@PaintingwithJane]

Yay!! Thank you so much, Darlene

[@Jodysfunstuff]

I painted this for my son but made the fame red instead of black to go with his bedding, We love it. Thanks Great Tutorial very specific yet easy going. Can't wait to do another.

[@joeshoeman9299]

Brilliant! I think everyone wants a painting like this to hang at home. It's wonderful .

[@PaintingwithJane]

Thank you, Joe!! :D

[@davenix604]

This is the most beautiful work ,I am going to try it,Thanks a million Jane,Bless you

[@PaintingwithJane]

Thank you so much, Dave! I'm glad you like it. I would love to see how it turns out :D

[@arpangujarati7008]

Only my second painting with acrylics, and I am glad it turned out really well. Wouldn't have been possible without the detailed instructions. Thanks! :-)

[@PaintingwithJane]

Thank you, Arpan! I'm so happy you enjoyed it and are proud!!

[@BaxterBono]

Here it has been a exceptionaly bleak cold wet winter, will give this a crack to remember this season. Cheers Jane.

[@PaintingwithJane]

Thank you, Joy! Enjoy it!!

[@zareqhaque8588]

Thank you ... You are the best teacher ever!

[@d3arinsan1ty]

YOUR VOICE IS SO SOOTHING, I LOVE IT SO MUCH 💗

[@PaintingwithJane]

Thank you ♥

[@amber_m_clarke]

This is crazy, it looks so real! You're very talented

[@user-lq4to3os5q]

Một bài hát rất hoài niệm , nhớ những ngày bồng bột của tuổi trẻ, chút kỷ niệm của tình yêu, lời chia tay vội vàng đúng như cái bồng bột ấy. Đức Phúc cover lại bài hát này tâm trạng quá !

[@cyndeepayton8260]

Rain always looks black and gray to me as well..looking forward to doing this! Thanks, Jane!

[@PaintingwithJane]

You're welcome, Cyndee!! I can't wait to see what you come up with :D

[@boyinthebox1073]

you are the one who can make anyone paint...

[@PaintingwithJane]

Thank you so much!!!! I truly believe anyone can do it

[@11deempje]

this is soo beautifull! it really gives me inspiration to paint😄😍

[@PaintingwithJane]

Thank you so much! I hope you do paint

[@joanmccluskey4711]

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[@Texastwin00]

I love the rain and thunder sounds in the background of your music.

[@PaintingwithJane]

Thank you, Jenn! I love that soundtrack

[@hopedavidson3697]

Loved watching the raindrops come alive!! Very magical! Thanks!

[@PaintingwithJane]

Thank you so much, Hope!

[@n3Cr0ManCeD]

Great tutorial! thanks. PS....I just want to say I've spent a good deal of time watching your videos the last couple months and wanted to say thanks and Happy Holidays!

[@PaintingwithJane]

Thank you so much!! Happy Holidays to you too, friend

[@justacrybabyp_9307]

Who looked at the thumbnail and thought it was a window... I did

[@PaintingwithJane]

Yay! Thanks :D

[@justacrybabyp_9307]

Painting with Jane Your welcome my lovely

[@hakeemanderson3928]

lol i sure did

[@dominikawieczorek-janecka8177]

hello I love painting with you I made some yours paints :-) If u want I can send pictures

[@goldiecrane4944]

The thumbnail was a window!

[@donnadaniel3753]

I've watched many (very many) videos for acrylic painting/pouring tutorials; however, you are the only artist who takes painstaking time and care to truly and fully instruct the viewer. Thank you.

[@tinamarie8947]

Loved the whole video. Thank you. It is actually raining today 3 yrs. later

[@silentprayers728]

YES! With my palette knives, I can finally (FINALLY) do this one! I've had my eye on it for a long time. Now I just have to find the time to do it. When it comes to following tutorials, I always take about one and a half times longer to finish the painting. For shorter ones, probably less. I'm pretty sure I have the same palette knives as you do... because it's plastic and it has that dip in the handle. It makes me happy. Do you have any advice on keeping my space clean? I cannot get an easel and I work at a desk area. Acrylics is easy to wipe off, but still. Also, my hands are always dirty by the end. XD

[@PaintingwithJane]

Woohoo!! Love the palette knives :D Typically a painting like this would take me a lot longer to do the first time around too, but by the time you've seen me paint it, I've probably already painted it about 6 times, so I'm a little more practiced by that point :)

[@jordanwithjesus]

When you were doing the paint splatter, I was so nervous for your paintings in the back 😂😩

[@PaintingwithJane]

lol! I know, those poor paintings. I don't think I actually got any on them that time, but they've taken their fair share of splatter from other paintings, lol.

[@VapingBee]

When I first saw the thumbnail for this video, I thought, "there's no way this is a beginner's painting!" It looks so complex and beautiful, but you made it seem so doable! i can't wait to try it! Thank you!

[@PaintingwithJane]

Thank you so much!!! I hope you try, and I'd love to see when you're done :D

[@CynCityNails]

it was raining all day yesterday so I decided to paint this one... it got late so I had to stop...still need to finish the window bit can't wait to show it off... one of my favorite paintings!!

[@PaintingwithJane]

Yay!!! I love to hear that

[@nevaehcochran3401]

I love this painting! I would love to paint this in my Art class. Would it be ok to do so?

[@PaintingwithJane]

Thank you, Ashley! As long as it's not an art class that the students have to pay for, I'm fine with that :)

[@shreyagawande4657]

can we do the same painting without using the knife technique and simply use acrylic paints and paintbrushes?! your work is absolutely brilliant..and you make it look so simple....keep it up... loved it!!! ❤

[@PaintingwithJane]

Thank you so much, Shreya! Yes, you can absolutely do this with brushes instead. I've seen many people do it, and it always turns out wonderful. Have a great time and let me know how it goes ♥

[@ursulanonya6590]

I do not like palette knives and it turned out fabulous. go for it! Jane makes it SO easy!

[@linettesmith7905]

wish there was a love button. ♡ at first I didn't think I could do it, but as I kept watching. ... well now I'm going to go get a few pallette knives. thank you!

[@PaintingwithJane]

Yay, Linette!!! Yes, you can absolutely do it :D Very simple techniques just put together in such a way to make it seem really impressive ;)

[@Windkisssed]

Great instruction!! When I saw the thumbnail I thought it looked too complicated... but you broke it down so simply. Thanks for the inspiration. Lauri

[@PaintingwithJane]

You're so welcome, Lauri!!!

[@debbiewessig3688]

I just found you and I can't let ;you go. LOL I want to try everything and I'm not a "painter". My multi media will have to rest for awhile. Your summer days are just like ours. Do you live in California?

[@PaintingwithJane]

Yay! Hi, Debbie :D Nope, I'm in Utah. Even drier than California! I'm glad you like my videos. Maybe you'll discover you really are a painter ;)

[@karaminette1541]

I was scared when you were doing the splattering around your other painting in the background 😬

[@joycenorton2368]

Love this painting! Reminds me of when I was little girl and on a rainy days, gazing out the window and the feeling of watching the rain. Brought back a good memories, ty!

[@Mortimermanto]

One of the BEST tutorial videos for painting. The closeup shots of you painting the droplets & the highlights was so helpful. Your ease of instructions was also rather reassuring (very Bob Ross-ish). Look forward to watching some of your other vids. Thanks Jane.

[@PaintingwithJane]

Thank you so much! That's a huge compliment

[@Rhiannoncout]

Do you think it would work if I glazed some blue into the background and raindrops?

[@PaintingwithJane]

Yes!! I think that would be gorgeous!!

[@autumnpotato7943]

female bob ross

[@PaintingwithJane]

Aaaaw, shucks

[@Arandomartist156]

Barbara ross

[@artgirl6784]

I like how you have the background noise has been rain matching the top of painting that was a nice touch

[@valsawicki9266]

Oh my gosh Jane ... !!! This is like ... Paint my window ...! I live in a 1863 Canadian farmhouse ... Seriously throw in a bay and a concrete bannister on a old porch... And you have my view .... Surreal .... So love it ... Thanks for the incredible inspiration ... Appreciate the how to ... So ...oooo going to make this my own ....!

[@PaintingwithJane]

Wow, Val!!! Sounds like an amazing place! Maybe you should paint your exact view :D

[@valsawicki9266]

+Painting with Jane Oh yes ... So plan too...!

[@kerrie10us]

I've never painted with a palette knife before but watching this video made it so easy. I love the way you teach.

[@PaintingwithJane]

Thank you so much, Kerrie! Give it a try and let me know how it goes :D

[@kerrie10us]

I finished it. I'm really happy with it, not too bad for my first time with a knife.

[@PaintingwithJane]

Kerrie Marks Yay, Kerrie! I would love to see! Are you in our Art Monster Squad group? facebook.com/groups/ArtMonsterSquad

[@caption628]

I was looking for tutorials on painting rain clouds, but this video was so calming and informative I got distracted and watched most of it lol

[@roxannemarie7513]

I painted this years ago and get so many compliments! Thank you for sharing your talent!

[@alelydejesus8085]

This is my favorite video of you. I can't understand all that you say because my english is bad, but I try to understand watching the video. I know I lose many important things that you say so I listen the video many times. Thank you Jane, you are really a good theacher. Greetings from Peru.

[@paulwilson6064]

I was hypnotised watching that and listening to the rain soundtrack..i loooove rain...this was so therapeutic.

[@nadialopez8735]

This is definitely good for a beginner. It was my first time painting anything abstract or with a pallette knife. It turned out great! Thanks Jane!

[@PaintingwithJane]

Yay! I love to hear that, Nadia!! Congrats :D

[@Locomente]

just two Colors... but a magic created.... truly beautiful.. thanks Jane !!

[@PaintingwithJane]

You're very sweet. Thank you

[@lorihughes7465]

I love painting with Jane.

[@harriets6768]

mind blown on the raindrops....love this Jane

[@PaintingwithJane]

Aaaw, thank you, Harriet

[@MuralFormToronto]

Oh wow pretty cool. Im sure like most of us ,I thought the thumbnail for this video was a view out of a rainy window. Its your painting , huh, great work!

[@AbhishekSingh-yg9xs]

Thank you so much for a detailed explanation and showing tricks that professionals use.Helps a lot

[@kraftygirl46]

OH my goodness!! This is so realistic. Your are amazing Jane!!

[@PaintingwithJane]

Aaaaw, thank you so much!!!

[@sharons1462]

I did this!! My neighbor and I are beginner painter's and our styles are totally different. While she was painting a psychedelic VW van I was doing this. When I showed it to her she was blown away, her husband had doubt that I did it myself! :) quite the compliment (I think!). Thanks Jane!

[@GanganDi]

I’m having so much fun doing this rain painting with you! Thank you for your thorough instructions!

[@nano9396]

rain is the most beautiful thing of nature And Jane is the most beautiful artist then any other artist.😎

[@PaintingwithJane]

Aaaaw, and Nano is the sweetest of all of my subscribers

[@nano9396]

Painting with Jane yes😉

[@lucylight9463]

I love this! You are very thorough, therefore making it easier to learn. You're a great Art Teacher

[@kissmeforever1000]

I've never painted before, always thought that I couldn't do it. I found you and decided to give it a try with my friend, and let me just say you are a fantastic teacher. I've done 4 of your paintings so far. thank you!

[@PaintingwithJane]

Yay, Jessica!! I'm so proud of you!! Yes, anyone can learn how to paint. I'm glad you decided to give it a try. Keep it up!

[@michellemorrison8470]

Thank you so much for making these tutorials. I had so much fun painting the rain drops on the windows today.

[@ajrbh18]

Instantly a fan after watching this

[@lestattt100]

Thank you Jane, I followed along with your tutorial last night and I'm very pleased with the picture... wish I could show you. Thanks again for sharing this lesson.

[@PaintingwithJane]

Thank you! I'm so glad you enjoyed it :D If you're on Facebook, you can join our group and share there :) facebook.com/groups/ArtMonsterSquad/

[@muhannadals3349]

My favorite teacher! Everything about this painting is very beautiful. I always share your artwork with my friends & family because I know you are the best. Yesterday, my sister did Impressionist Poppies, and I painted Rainy Day. Thank you Jane .. PLZ don't stop!

[@PaintingwithJane]

Thank you so much, Muhannad! I love to hear that! I would love to see how your paintings turned out! Are you in our Facebook group?

[@muhannadals3349]

Yes sure i'll post them on Facebook :)

[@ursulanonya6590]

Thank you for the priceless tips. I did the rainy window and everyone was floored. I hope to track you down and visit someday. I am just teaching myself to paint and your help, is like breath is to life. You inspire me and prove that I CAN do it! You rock!!

[@PaintingwithJane]

Thank you so much, Ursula! And congrats on an awesome painting! Keep it up :D

[@aliceliu752]

Thank you Jane!! You are so patient!! Give me a lot of details of painting and a lot of confidence!!!

[@PaintingwithJane]

Thank you so much! I'm so glad I can help

[@creativejourneys2789]

💜 this one....I love rainy days

[@PaintingwithJane]

Thank you, Tracy!

[@Jenny-yl2hw]

Thank you, truly enjoyed watching and learning, can't wait to try one myself..

[@irenesutherland7081]

Saw a post where someone talked about this video, so I looked it up. This was awesome Jane. Not only did I relearn rain drops, but your description of light rays hitting the surface was an eye opener for me. I now have a perfect understanding of where to add highlights. Thank you so much.

[@pamcastner5631]

I can't wait to paint it.

[@stpsdoan]

Jane, you are an incredible, encouraging artist and teacher. I love that you are so precise and show exactly what you are doing so that I have a chance to really understand the technique. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

[@eileencoult4368]

You have a lovely teaching style....unpretentious or actressy , I will watch all of your videos. Thanks a lot Jane. Cheers , Eileen

[@PaintingwithJane]

Thank you so much, Eileen

[@WinstonCorneilius]

This brought back memories from when I was a kid. We had windows just like those. Nothing like lead paint from the 70's lol. Great painting

[@PaintingwithJane]

lol!! Thank you so much :)

[@amandasim9959]

I tried it on a much much MUCH smaller scale and it turned out really good it makes an adorable little painting!

[@tinamcpeak2610]

I was working on a beach painting until I seen this SO guess what. .... no more beach I covered it with this one. Jane I LOVE THIS!

[@PaintingwithJane]

Hahaha!! Yay, Tina! Thank you. I can't wait to see your rainy day!!

[@nanettelewis2044]

you make everything so understandable. and make it doable for me ,thank you for all your hard work. we love you!

[@PaintingwithJane]

You're so welcome, Nanette

[@thamaradiaz2022]

Oh my God im doing this tomorrow feel so relax just watching the video with the rain sound.❤️ Thanks jane font

[@PaintingwithJane]

Yay!! Thank you, Thamara!!

[@charlottevanstraten339]

I love hearing the rain as you paint. The soft melody also sets a good mood! Thank you for this demo

[@PaintingwithJane]

You're so welcome, Charlotte! Rain is the perfect sound for just about anything, isn't it

[@neilditto]

You’re a real artist.

[@lindascraftycreations428]

I had a rough day. But after I spent the evening watching you paint I’m feeling much better. Thank you.

[@jennifer102801]

One of my favorites! Looks so real too, going to attempt it!

[@gramgramsgrandkids741]

wow, not only do I love your technique, I love the painting. I just knew black raindrops were going to be horrible... so wrong.... lol... they are amazing. You are fantastic... Thank you so very much.

[@Abbymermaidplays]

Just wonderful Jane!! Can't wait to paint it! I think there is something oddly satisfying about the scrape of a pallet knife 💛

[@PaintingwithJane]

Mmm... me too!!! thank you, Stephie

[@karendarryl]

This is so beautiful- words escape me. I love the rain and have always wanted to do one exactly like this. Thank you so much Jane. Again you are such a good and encouraging teacher. Can't wait to give it a try! Karen

[@PaintingwithJane]

Aaaw, you're so sweet, Karen! Thank you so much. I'm really glad you like it. Have fun painting!!

[@quantumquartzalchemist2320]

I painted this on canvas. I love my painting still and when I show my painting to my friends this one is always their favorite.

[@rooseveltnut]

I painted several of your pictures and this is my favorite.

[@royandsuesmith3850]

Hi Jane, Just finished my attempt at "Rainy Day". I played a "Rain" track while painting which truely put me in the zone. It was my first attempt at painting and have received much acclamation. All credit goes to your amazing teaching and I look forward to following you etc. Kindest regards and lots of love from down here in New Zealand.

[@PaintingwithJane]

Congrats! I'm very proud of you. I hope you keep it up!