The artist added an abstract flair to this abstract art painting by using dots instead of leaves and flowers. While she used a sketchbook, you can always use a canvas to make your work last longer. If you’re new to working with canvasses, feel free to check out this beginner’s tutorial on painting on canvas .
25 Best Dot Art Ideas To Promote Creativity & Relaxation
There are many different ways to create art with dots, and the possibilities are endless. We’ve rounded up 25 of the best dot art ideas in this post to inspire you to create and promote relaxation. We’ve also included tools & supplies you need for dot art and tips to make your work satisfying.
Random Dot Art Ideas
1. Lettering with Dot Markers
Lettering with dot markers – Image by Light the Sky Arts
One of the great things about dot art is that it’s so versatile – you can use it for lettering, illustrations, and patterns. You can also find dot markers in various colors to get creative with your designs.
Here is an outstanding example of what you can do with dot markers. You may even change the size of your dots by altering the pressure you put on your dot markers.
2. Watercolor Drops
Watercolor drops – Image by Sea Lemon
If you’re looking for a more relaxing dot art project, try these watercolor drops. This technique is perfect for beginners, and it’s a great way to experiment with different colors.
To create this look, simply add dots of watercolor paint to a sheet of paper. Then, using a fine detailing brush, add a drop of a different shade of watercolor on top of the still-wet dot on the paper. This project is also a perfect practice example of a wet-on-wet technique on your watercolors .
3. Dot Day Art Project
Mixed media dot drawing – Image by KidLit TV
One of the great things about dot art is that you can create art with various art supplies. This mixed media project uses Sharpie markers, crayons, and paint to create a colorful and fun design that is easy for kids to do.
4. Positive and Negative Dot Art Drawing
Positive and negative dot art drawing – Image by Sarah Harper
This dot art is an excellent project for exploring positive and negative spaces in art. It may be a bit too simple, but it’s a perfect way to learn the basics and get started with negative painting .
5. Polka Dot Bugs
Polka dot bugs – Image by Ryan & Marsha
Make a 3D visual from your dot art with this ladybug craft. It’s so easy and fun your kids will want to make a whole family of these polka dot bugs.
6. Rainbow Dot Art
Rainbow Dot Art – Image by Always Alyssa
Work on this simple rainbow dot art with some colorful drawing pens . It’s a great way to relax and get creative. No pressure here. Even kids can do them without any help. Make your art as random as possible, and don’t worry about the outcome as long as you had fun doing it.
Dot Painting Using DIY Tools
7. Dot Painting with Q-tips
Dot painting hydrangeas using Q-tips – Image by Jay Lee Painting
The artist used a black canvas to make the colors pop for this particular dot art painting. He then applied pure colors for the hydrangeas, added lighter tints, and finally white to blend with the main colors. The resulting art captured the beauty of the hydrangeas.
8. Mug Dot Painting
Mug dot painting – Image by Lydia May
For this mug mandala painting, the artist used a combination of DIY tools, including the bottom of the paint bottle, Q-tips, a toothpick, and a pencil. Even without the more advanced tools, the artist still gave justice to the mandala art she made on this black mug.
9. Bottle Dot Painting
Bottle dot painting – Image by Jyoshita Ghate
Give your empty bottles a new life by painting them with acrylic paint and decorating it with dot patterns. Use matte colors for the background paint and contrasting ones for the patterns. Protect your work by applying acrylic varnish over your dot painting pattern.
10. Dot Painting with Stencils
Dot painting on rocks with stencils – Image by The Dotting Center
Rock painting is a rewarding craft for many artists. However, to get a symmetrical plan, careful planning is required. Using a stencil guide for your mandala patterns cuts your planning time in half and makes more room for fun.
11. Dot Painting with Needle Applicators
Lattice dot design on a Christmas ball – Image by The Dotting Center
You can add low-cost pearl ornaments to your Christmas ornaments. For this craft, you need a matter Christmas ball, preferably one that makes a good contrast with the multi-surface acrylic paint you’ll use.
Divide your Christmas ball into sections, then create dots with a needle applicator bottle. Connect the smaller dots with the larger ones to finish the lattice effect.
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SET 55. GOUACHE
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This beautiful new set has been selected following research with some of our top Botanical Painters. It includes everything you will need to create the most intricate More Info >>
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SET 80. WATERCOLOUR
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The Set 80 consists of 5 beautiful Pure Red Sable brushes for the artist who wants to progress from nylon. This set contains a variety of sizes and shapes for you to explore and cover various More Info >>
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Our Set 100 is perfect for Acrylic painters. Consisting of 8 of our most popular brush shapes and sizes from the Shiraz range, this synthetic set will be ideal for people starting out and More Info >>
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Our Chungking Bristle range offered on longer handles. The Chunking Bristle are what we would consider our standard bristle range. They have long, deep flags. Theoretically, the longer the flags, the More Info >>
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