Practice makes Perfect (well almost)
- alipickering
- May 15, 2021
- 1 min read
Updated: Sep 28, 2021

Over the last few weeks I have been tackling Acrylic Pour / Fluid Art.
I have to be honest it has been both a relaxing and frustrating experience - too much paint / too little paint / too much floetrol / wrong consistency / cheap paints
etc. etc. 😫The paint cracked when dry which is because the bottom layer dried quicker than the top. I also used the blow torch a little too much. Once you add the silicone oil it is amazing how the cells appear and very relaxing to watch. I especially like the flip cup pour.
After 12 attempts which proceeded to end up in the rubbish bin and a few tantrums I finally managed to get 6 pieces of art that I was satisfied with.
So what have I learned
* Don't go for cheap paint options ~ I prefer Arteza pouring acrylic or Cadence
* Don't use water invest in a pouring medium such as floatrol
* Allow the paint to percolate ~ Sit and watch the cells evolve
* take time planning and make sure you have everything to hand
* Finally if things don't work out try and try again! PRACTICE makes PERFECT ~ eventually
My canvases are now ready to be incorporated onto My accessories ~ chopping boards, coasters, mugs, placemats, splashbacks and cushion covers.
Thank you for taking the time to read My blog 💋
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