Painting Your Own Artwork

Everyone wants to save money. Well, painting your own art can be a lot easier than you might think!

There is a simple way to paint your own pictures and save a fortune. Not only can you save money but you can match your decorating style as well. By using this easy method, you can make your own unique pictures.

The first step is deciding what size picture you want and buy a suitable stretched canvas. It has to be suitable for acrylic which are water based.

Abstract will be the easiest theme to work with. It will also look good in most rooms. Choose a simple shape. For example, just use a simple leaf outline, but not showing every vein in the leaf.

Acrylic is the best choice because they come in a large range of colors. Also acrylics paints come in a large range of metallic colors which look stunning.

For best results keep the painting simple. When you see art that you like use it for inspiration for your own abstract. Simple bands or blocks of color can be very beautiful.

Your childrens art work makes wonderful keepsake collectibles. A childs work of art often takes on a very interesting form of abstract art. This is a great family project that both the parent and child can do together.

You don't have to cover the entire canvas. If you leave areas of the white canvas it will help brighten the final effect. One method you might like to try is to splash on a few colors and let it dry.

If you don't like the final results, all you have to do is paint over the canvas, and start over.

Allow the picture time to dry. When it's completely dry you can improve or highlight parts as necessary. You can use this time to add metallics if you choose to use them.

After the final coats are dry, apply the picture with a coat of acrylic varnish to seal it. Once it's sealed, you can wipe it off with a damp cloth to keep it clean.

You can frame your artwork, but a lot of modern pieces are displayed without a frame.

When you paint your own pictures you will be able to match your decorating style exactly the way you want - all at a fraction of the price of buying art from a gallery.