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40 Easy Things to Paint for Beginner Artists
A collection of 40 easy things to paint, for anyone looking for inspiration on what to paint next.
Whether you are a beginner artist looking for ways to practice your painting skills or an experienced artist looking for inspiration from other artists, I hope that these paintings may add something fun and beautiful to your day.
Get lost in creating art!
It’s a great way to ease your mind and destress from everything else going on in life.
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All of the paintings below were creating using Gouache (Himi Gouache Set Review here).
Feel free to create these paintings using Acrylic, Gouache, Watercolor, Oils, or whatever other medium you have on-hand.
To create the clean borders, use washi tape or masking tape.
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Sky
This simple painting of the sky using three colors: Purple, Pink, and White.
Create a gradation using Purple at the top of your painting and Pink at the bottom. Then paint clouds, the moon, and stars using White.
Moon and Stars
For this painting, I used Prussian Blue to paint the entire background.
Then create the stars by either splattering white paint or painting dots. Some dots were more opaque while some were more watered down.
Then paint the moon at the center of your painting… And you’re done!
Block Off a Canvas With Painter’s Tape
This video tutorial from Kristina Werner will teach you how to tape off a sheet of watercolor paper like a pro and recreate this geometric watercolor painting. If you want to start smaller, consider following this video tutorial to make a greeting card. Easy DIY Taped Watercolor from Kristina Werner
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Paint Cherry Blossom in the Moonlight
This cherry blossom painting technique might look complicated and advanced, but it is quite simple and easy to master with a little bit of practice. Ananda from A Piece of Rainbow shows you how to paint cherry blossoms on black paper to mimic a nighttime scene. Check out her tutorial for more details. Paint Cherry Blossoms in Moonlight from A Piece of Rainbow
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Use Lavender as Your Inspiration
Some of the best beginner painting tutorials to follow are from non-artists. Nicole from The Inspired Hive took part in a blank canvas challenge and claims that she isn’t good at drawing or painting. If she can make a painting work, so can you. Check out her blog post to see how she transformed three colors into a farmhouse inspired piece of artwork. Painted Lavender Canvas from The Inspired Hive
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80+ Painting Ideas That Will Inspire You To Pick Up a Brush Right Now
When it comes to painting, everyone starts out on an even playing field—those that paint well have built their skills over time. Doing so, however, requires patience, and for you to put brush to canvas (or paper) and increase your aptitude stroke by stroke. We’ve seen this happen in a drawing; just a few years of drawing practice can mean the difference between a sketch that’s just okay and one that shows extraordinary talent.
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We’ve put together a list of painting ideas that anyone can try.
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What type of paint should you choose?
Choosing a type of paint for your work can be quite overwhelming at times given all the varieties out there. Some paint types can be more durable than others or can completely change the look of your final work of art. The right paint choice can be very important in accomplishing your artistic goal, depending on what you are creating. The different paint types vary in style and properties making a big impact on your next painting quest. Some popular types of paint are watercolor, acrylic, oil, and gouache. Read our comprehensive list of types of paint to get a better idea of which one is right for you and your project.
Once you choose the paint type you want to work with, you can focus on other supplies. Outside of your paint set, you will need brushes, possibly a canvas or painting paper, and maybe even an easel if you’re feeling fancy. We have recommendations for three of the most popular types of paint. Check out our guides for the best watercolor paint sets, top acrylic paint, and best oil paints that beginners and pros will love. Although these paints are the most popular, you can go beyond a brush and pick up a paint marker. We even have a guide for the best paint markers, too.
Once you’ve got your watercolor, acrylic, or even oil paint, you can get started right away on honing your craft. But even having all the right supplies can’t save you from the dreaded creative block; sometimes, you just can’t think of anything to paint! Luckily, we’ve compiled a list of prompts that are jumping-off points for your work. The easy painting ideas are divided into two lists—one is inspired by life while the other challenges you to use your imagination.
When looking through the list, consider the following: what sounds like fun to paint? What will challenge you to get better? Are there certain techniques you’d like to try? A leafy tree, for instance, gives you the opportunity to experiment with texture, while imagining these subjects in monochrome is a great exercise in understanding tonality, light, and shadow.
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