Ocean Resin Tutorial - layering an ocean on a cheese board. Stunning effects and colors!

This is a olive wood cheese board, I wanted to show how I do layers on a flat surface. One question I do get about resin is whether or not it can be used on a cutting board. The important thing to know about resin is that it is scratch and UV resistant, not scratch and UV proof. I do not recommend putting resin on a cutting board with the purpose of cutting on the resin. This however is a charming cheese board/tray that would be beautiful on a kitchen island, or coffee table with snacks for guests! hope you enjoy!
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0:00 Tutorial on wood
1:44 Layer 1 - wave
12:08 Layer 2 - Ocean
26:22 Layer 3
31:18 Clear Coat
34:20 Remove that tape, smooth the back
37:53 Finished!
39:37 See it glow
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Use a wood round or any cheeseboard of your choosing.
Colors:
Titanium White: justresin.shop/search?type=pr...
Ultramarine blue by liquitex acrylic paint: amzn.to/3e7GtId
Phthalo green by artist’s loft acrylic paint: amzn.to/38uI61q
Cobalt turquoise Hue by decoArt acrylic paint: amzn.to/3f5HJg4
Combined to make this soft hue of teal:
Phosphorescent green - glow in the dark by Golden acrylics: amzn.to/3e1j4aY
(One drop of) Dr. Ph Martin’s TEAL ink: amzn.to/31Ro3ZL
(A pinch of) interference green pearl ex powder pigment: amzn.to/31HvToF
Clear bumpers (for larger coasters or trivets): amzn.to/3iuAvUY
Dremel bit
120 Sand Paper Grit Dremel bit: amzn.to/2BHns1Z
Tape: this tape is called “drape tape” even though the packaging is called painters tape
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Typical tools I use:
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Paint spatula: amzn.to/3i88xNA
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Torch: amzn.to/39suJiH
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2. Heat gun - green (different brand, same quality) amzn.to/3uhkuaa
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Dremel 3000: amzn.to/3o4POra
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120 Sand Paper Grit Dremel bit: amzn.to/2BHns1Z
Tape: this tape is called “drape tape” amzn.to/2BxlFfY
Pink Respiratory Mask: amzn.to/3CLL7bP
Safety Glasses: amzn.to/3ERLamW
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Resin I used: MiraKleer Table Top: amzn.to/2Zl9ziR
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[@ResinAsYouWish]

1:44 Layer 1 - wave 12:08 Layer 2 - Ocean 26:22 Layer 3 31:18 Clear Coat 34:20 Remove that tape, smooth the back 37:53 Finished! 39:37 See it glow

[@melodyorr5193]

do you have a link for the cheese board you used?

[@ResinAsYouWish]

@@melodyorr5193 Hi, I cant find one, I got it at Bed Bath and Beyond - the brand is RSVP - I can find it in the store but not on the site

[@strangewayfaringstranger]

You are really talented.

[@Year-tk9ii]

Beautiful 😍

[@Amine_Drali]

@@Year-tk9ii mis how Much should i wait after colouring my epoxy to pour it ?

[@angelasfixations]

Genuinely appreciate that you left the oops moment with the heat gun nozzle in. So often tutorial videos don't let on that accidents *always* happen and lead beginners and intermediates alike feeling like failures instead of reassuring us that we can fix it.

[@ResinAsYouWish]

Lol! I figured everyone would feel right at home when they see those nozzles plunk right into the resin 😂

[@ayusmitasarkar5615]

You are so underrated.. the amount of effort and time you give.. you are a true artist ❤️

[@kellyjean4981]

I watch all sorts of resin artists, but I always come back to your videos. You are unique, creative and talented

[@vonnie4781]

Some of the most realistic waves I’ve seen! Well, besides the real ones! LOL. Just beautiful! Thank you.

[@Linda211]

Thank you (from the bottom of my heart) for this tutorial. I have not even purchased one product/tool/item having to do with resin yet. I still trying to get all the questions that are running around my head answered, and your tutorial answered so many. I gasped when the attachment fell but was so glad to see that the whole project was not a total loss. I often wondered how to protect the project when you have to let it sit for 24 hours - it was nice to see what you used to cover it. None of the other videos that others have made have shown this part of the process. Thank you once again.

[@gerdamay436]

Absolutely GORGEOUS!!! I really 💕💕💕 your work!!! You are an absolute inspiration to me. Thank you so much !!!

[@sueyounglove9253]

That is just absolutely phenomenal. I love it.

[@rhondaabdulla9453]

This tutorial is one of the best I’ve seen!! Nice job!! And beautiful outcome!

[@totalee001]

Am I the only one who stopped breathing when the heat gun attachment fell off?😯

[@michaelaleman2355]

Showed that experience can make the best of the unexpected !

[@villadelmontecito5632]

I gasped too!! 😂

[@roshanthsharma2341]

It was alien space ship landed in beautiful sea.... How she managed was great 👍 it's not easy make master piece

[@meliiibaker1525]

Me too lol I was hoping to see a video where they talk so they can walk us through it . So it looks like she doing a layer first then waiting for it to cure and do a second layer

[@malik_kin11]

NOPE! 😬😬

[@dubmasterz3261]

This is truly dedicated detail and artisanship. Very great work.

[@Explore-Gobal]

Found this by researching realistic water for dioramas. None of the diorama creators I've watched so far, about 15 of them, have incorporated techniques you are using. This has me thinking that even more realistic effects can be achieved in dioramas by doing just that, meld effects from both disciplines. Inspiring work and thank you for sharing.

[@cjroelof]

Just beautiful! Great work!

[@christineduguay3370]

This is so beautiful. Thanks for sharing.

[@Kavitha9]

The best ever in detail tutorial, .. thank you so much for sharing ☺️

[@michaelaleman2355]

You are so very talented and have given me more confidence to try what you have demonstrated!

[@samyaziz5855]

WOW WOW WOW….. I am speechless. This is the best I have ever seen 🙌🏼

[@ferdinandrivera13]

How do you know this. You aren't done seeing all the art in the world and upcoming art in your path of life? Genuinely asking. Do you see the future?? Lmao jkjkjk. Just being a booger lol ❤❤😂😅😂❤❤

[@rebadicu]

You are really incredibly talented and also giving. Explaining the whole process with captions and all !! 🤗🤗

[@gourdhead22]

Omg your back.. So glad your doing well. This is very cool. Love the idea of wood. I am not good at resin waves yet. I think this creation is so beautiful... I just love the layers and WOW it turned out better then I would have ever thought. Nice Job..Christy.. Thanks for my Resin As You Wish fix.. hugs xx. Glad you are better..I missed you❣

[@soulenergyartsartistmariam8086]

So beautiful and amazing tutorial!!!

[@JaylenWilliamsCaiman.Hunter]

This is so satisfying to watch! Great job, and I love your recovery....keep calm and carry on 😁

[@karenreed2426]

After the last coat I thought it was going to look somewhat dull but it didn't.!!fabulous

[@starmead283]

Beautiful best video on this process I have seen thank you!

[@karenbaldry8096]

Absolutely mesmerising and gorgeous 🤩

[@asumptuous1810]

This was so great to watch, even as you kept calm and carried on. I learned from watching your video. Thank you so much for sharing it with the world. Fantastic work and Beautiful piece! I’ve liked & subbed.👌🏾✌🏾✨

[@tharwajawad2124]

I loveeeeee this video, I think I watched it over 3 time 😅 so beautiful

[@fuzzydi]

Absolutely beautiful!

[@shayparanihi]

So beautiful!!

[@lydiadevries8408]

Thank you for posting. Beautifull work and I leaned a lot.

[@jessicarobledo6838]

I love this!! I will try this method this weekend.

[@pennyhaase744]

Ooops! Easy save ! Beautiful work 😮❤❤

[@dianemuniz2071]

This is a great video from the start. I'm going to try this. ❤

[@lauraleamarlyn323]

glow in the dark! Cool!! Great job

[@cheliae8560]

So Beautiful!!

[@JudyM500]

Beautiful piece! Great video!

[@sherrem7951]

Absolutely gorgeous!

[@beckymccomas2644]

I was having withdraws from your videos! Was so glad to see you back. This ocean board is awesome. 😍😍😍

[@gmrhymer2624]

Excellent video! Keep up the great work! 😀

[@kassemmtairek3904]

Une merveille ! Merci pour les explications détaillées 🥰

[@misspaaonneelf3808]

Wouhaouuu !!😍😍 c'est magnifique 💚💙🤍🌊

[@margueritejewett7355]

TRULY AMAZING . YOU DID SUCH AN IN - DEPTH TAKE ON THIS , IT IS JUST SO INCREDIBLE . THE TIME N EFFORT YOU PUT IN THIS PIECE SHOWS IN THE END RESULT OF LAYERS AND DEPTH ITS INSANE . WOWWW , I AM BLOWN AWAY . YOUR A TALENTED ARTIST FOR SURE IT SHOWS IN ALL YOU DO . HAPPY POURING / RESIN !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@siobhankirk9320]

Absolutely stunning 😍

[@peterkatznelson12]

Very realistic looking beach. 🙏🏻

[@valeriezack8986]

Stunning!

[@ashleechan22]

This is absolutely GORGEOUS. Can't wait to try this!

[@sarahjones617]

I stopped breathing when he dropped that! I was like ohhh are you gonna pik that up or what?

[@jensorenson9145]

I can't ever afford to even try this but wow! I was in suspense the whole time! Thank you for sharing this it was amazing! You done good!

[@robinwade1267]

Just beautiful!

[@jamesstudley2189]

Amazing!!! Happy Christmas 😊

[@amosfaraon6199]

This is Awesome great job

[@barbarahastings6285]

Wow this was really informative. I kept thinking you were going to ruin the foam of the ocean But it just kept getting better and better. Such attention to detail. I’m a little bit too impatient I think. Beautiful piece of work

[@roseannbarbines353]

Solo beautiful ❤️ Thank you to have shown us how you do it!😄

[@ResinAsYouWish]

Glad you liked it!!

[@elniasg]

OMG! need to agree! really inspiring tutorial...

[@larrydivine8467]

Enjoyed this technique very much and will give it a try! Thank you!

[@larrydivine8467]

Have a question though, why didn’t you put clear down the rest of the front of the wood?

[@johannemontpetit3980]

Wow i love it , very Nice

[@Danibaron16]

Wonderful work, thank you

[@kelleyhawk6595]

So pretty! That would look so awesome done in a plain white porcelain sink! I’m just not that brave to try!

[@monyfranco252]

Beautiful 😍😍😍

[@lindagorgacz3815]

Gorgeous 🤩

[@rokeyatraders6730]

So beautiful

[@DurtChurch]

Wonderful job!! Thank you

[@lookinchic1129]

Beautiful . I learned a lot. 🙏

[@cathymurphy9001]

Beautiful thank you!

[@qtkittenz352]

Gorgeous

[@ColleenSargent-jp2zw]

Awesome...it really looks real 7:20am

[@jillturner8314]

Beautiful

[@firefirefire786]

Very beautiful welldone 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽❤️

[@bondpaz]

Plus! You would even say it glows. ❤️🥰

[@sudhaahuja5271]

Amazing

[@AannshaJones]

All those layers make such a difference. I love it! And like how you manipulated the colours in the resin layers, more like paint. :)

[@devonsawatzky7848]

So cool

[@danieldzolevski]

Well done girl

[@helensonnichsen1173]

Thank you!

[@AngelaCreason]

I love the cheese board I got from your store!

[@ResinAsYouWish]

I always think I’m going to save one for myself, then sell it to make more resin 😂

[@AngelaCreason]

@@ResinAsYouWish I think it would be lovely to have something similar on a larger board because it presents so nicely for a charcuterie board. This size is great for two people though.

[@ResinAsYouWish]

@@AngelaCreason I agree, I need to find one

[@strangewayfaringstranger]

I wanna try this myself.

[@heloisachagas3890]

Belíssimo efeito das ondas!

[@Minik138]

Wow!

[@liselottewollermann6085]

Excellent

[@roseloredo3982]

Om triple G This looks amazing. Thank u so so much. I’m going to try it on some boards I am going to be making for my daughters wedding. This June 10, 2023. I want people to say wow especially since she’s our only daughter & the braids maids & grooms men & both my daughter & son in law to be are military. They are Air Force & our youngest is a Marine.

[@chezsylvie007]

the tips and nozzles link work and direct to you

[@rebeccaj809]

Would you possibly consider doing a galaxy or space themed tray tutorial? I am trying to make one using a tray I got from the store for my cousin’s room as a Christmas gift, and I have hit quite a few snags. Granted, I’m incredibly new to resin art and am very much still in the learning phase. However, I would love to see your approach and techniques when it comes to working within a tray like that. It would be so helpful. Thank you for all you do!

[@rebeccaj809]

Also, this is a great video with a beautiful turnout! Very very far out of my league at this point, yet I can’t help but to watch.

[@lilinasr2472]

Perfect👌👌👌👌

[@bearofthunder]

Beautiful piece! I Really enjoyed the bioluminescence aspect, as this is something I have often seen along the coast here in Norway :)

[@crayfishvn6688]

Great thanks

[@lordn3m3sis]

😂 I felt the pain when you dropped the equipment piece on the resin 😂

[@sarahabdelrahman3288]

Excellent work ,the piece looks beautiful , could you please tell me what is that plastic translucent piece that's on the back side of the wood ?

[@theartemisawakeningpodcast8720]

This is gorgeous! Thank you for the tutorial. I am really struggling with ocean scenes because my resin seems to liquidy and is bleeding together. What do you do to make your resin so thick? Do you let it sit out awhile before pouring? Also how do you add alcohol ink to your white resin for the cells?

[@ResinAsYouWish]

Hi, I mix castin craft white to clear resin with about 4-6 drops of alcohol ink. I don’t wait for the resin to thicken - just about every resin I have tried has it’s own thickness. I’ve had runny thin all the way to hard-to-stir thick. It definitely makes cells and waves easier if the resin viscosity is not too thin.

[@felix6905]

Nice

[@vjtiengineer5496]

Nice tutorial - One question. I noticed that the epoxy resin that you start pouring seems a little thicker in consistency than what I got after mixing. Do you wait some time after mixing before starting to use it? If so how long? Thanks in advance.

[@clarewalters8627]

Hi great tutorial thank you & the end result is fantastic . Outdoor you please tell me what the black is which you are working on top of . Thanks Clare

[@ResinAsYouWish]

Hi, it’s a silicone mat

[@caronstone4226]

Yay welcome back missed you! Beautiful job will try this on an old cutting board I have thought wow finally one with no sanding... but then you took out the dremel lol 😂 also the mineral oil ? Lol being that nurse gotta laugh because that’s what we use for 💩 I would probably use olive oil that’s how I condition my boards now it not only smells great but tastes great with what I use on my boards! Anyway great job thanks for coming back 🥰😍 hope your feeling better ! Love C

[@ResinAsYouWish]

My mom always used mineral oil on wood, like wooden spoons and she treated her cast iron pans with it - it’s a thing. I use both but this felt better on it after the tape and heat

[@caronstone4226]

Wow never heard of it but thanks for the tip! 😍❤️

[@ResinAsYouWish]

@@caronstone4226 www.simplemost.com/surprising-uses-for-mineral-oil-around-your-home/#:~:text=%2012%20Surprising%20Uses%20For%20Mineral%20Oil%20Around,a%20pre-wash%20method%20for%20super%20easy...%20More%20

[@caronstone4226]

Wow thanks for the link amazing the craziest one was for laundry who would think you put oil on something to remove a stain 🤯seriously blew my mind love you for your knowledge! Thanks again for your wisdom 😍🤓

[@caronstone4226]

I want to say not just for 💩 anymore!

[@dicaanimal2187]

Amazing! I've lost so many material. My waves doens't seems like that... can't do the bubles.

[@lillyhernandez1313]

Beautiful work...

[@pilarpena2355]

Hola!! Me ha gustado mucho el trabajo y el tutorial, me podrías decir qué tipo de resina has utilizado? Es bastante espesa y la has mezclado con acrílicos normales, no? Gracias, espero tu respuesta.

[@cynthiachalmers4730]

What did you mix your acrylic paint with. It turned out gorgeous!!

[@elizabethhurtado3737]

Beautiful work I agree with all the other comments. I wonder is the board usable as a cutting board or more of a decorative piece?😮

[@todayfeelz5050]

Super work !!! I have a question, I've bought various brands of acrylics in hopes of mixing with resin but none of them bond with the resin... Is it a special kind of acrylic? I live in Mexico and don't have access to a lot of stuff from the US or CA

[@todayfeelz5050]

I bought from the same brand as one you use : www.amazon.com.mx/dp/B0006TU99C/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_glt_i_9Z4HQANE3FRHT9XP8DAB?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1 But it just doesn't seem to blend with the resin ... I don't understand

[@Amine_Drali]

Majestic 🔥💔

[@mzee2139]

Mashallah very innovative

[@jxllxt]

Can you please advise what that black tarp is that you have as your work top? I love how the cured epoxy just peels off after!

[@ResinAsYouWish]

Hi I bought this large black silicone mat - it didn’t last long though 😂

[@yurautus3913]

The heat guns what do you recommend

[@ritastpierre2877]

Meant to ask...how long did you leave the board covered after applying the 1st layer of resin & white for the waves before moving onto the next application?