I personally like to create depth in a painting by adding layer upon layer, letting bits of each peek through. Then layered on some lighter “waves” and some darker waves with a dry paint brush. Then I built a bold base of swooshes (or “waves”), in deep colors: To cover up the colorful paintings beneath my new DIY modern coastal art, I used some old white latex wall paint to restore the canvases to a neutral state. I took some photos of the progression but my advice is always this: grab a canvas, some acrylic paint in colors you like, apply that paint to the canvas and enjoy the process. I am definitely NOT an artist, but I really enjoy painting and I think that the best way to approach it is to just relax and let go! I find it difficult to provide tutorials, even though I have done quite a few and I’m asked daily for more. Here’s How to Make Your Own DIY Modern Coastal Art Acrylic paints ( this set is a great way to start!).
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