I started with the oral arms (that sounds weird but it is what it is, I suppose), and the string pull technique is perfect for these; it mimics the shape quite well!
How to Paint an Acrylic Pouring Jellyfish Painting
Day 24 of my acrylic pouring color theory series is a jellyfish painting, which is perfect subject matter for an analogous color scheme of blue, blue-green, and blue violet. Combining various acrylic pouring techniques, this jellyfish takes advantage of all kinds of textures and is a super fun project.
If you’re curious about colors and color theory as it relates to acrylic pouring, head on over to my post about Choosing Colors for Acrylic Pouring and grab your FREE printable Color Wheel and Color Scheme Guides.
If you would like to follow along with my 30-day acrylic pouring color theory video series, grab your very own color wheel and color scheme guides and some paint, and head on over to the color theory section of Homebody Hall!
If you’re pouring for the first time and would like more explanation on materials, processes, and terms, you can head on over to my Beginner’s Guide to Acrylic Pouring. You can also head over to my Comprehensive Guide to Acrylic Pouring Techniques for more information on all of the different techniques and my How to Thin Acrylic Paint for Acrylic Pouring post to learn all about pouring mediums!
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Color of the Day (Day 24 – Jellyfish Painting):
- Analogous – Blue, Blue-green, Blue-violet
All of the colors I used were mixed from the paint colors below. (Blue and green (yellow and blue) for blue-green, blue and violet (blue and magenta) for blue-violet)
I used magenta for my violet hues because I think it makes a less muddy color because there isn’t a yellow undertone to it as there is with red. So if you ever want to make a very vivid violet color, go with magenta. I have found that I actually prefer the Liquitex Basics Quinacridone Magenta to the Artist’s Loft Brilliant Magenta.
- Artist’s Loft Brilliant Blue
- Artist’s Loft Brilliant Yellow
- Liquitex Basics Titanium White
- Artist’s Loft Brilliant Magenta
Drifting Jellyfish – Acrylic Art – at Heron Room Boyne Island (NEW DATE – Sat 23rd April)
Art workshop for adults – Drifting Jellyfish – acrylic on canvas – Suitable for beginners or anyone who loves learning new art techniques.
It’s all about the process and enjoying the class and social aspects. Relax and enjoy creating your artwork in an environment where everyone is friendly and supportive! Come with a group of friends or on your own. I will demonstrate how to paint this design step by step but everyone will have a slightly different version depending on how they apply the colours. It’s always fantastic to see all the different artworks at the end.
You will learn about:
Design principles
Acrylic brush techniques using flat and round brushes
Blending colours
Showing the light
Contrasting colours
Dry brush technique
Complimentary colours
base painting to make colours pop
on a 30 x 40cm canvas
Cost: $60 per person
Includes: All art materials and grazing table of delicious food by A Lil Bit of Sweetness.
Dates and times:
Saturday 23rd April, 2022
Location: The Heron Room, Wyndham Avenue, Boyne Island behind Boyne Island Library.
Please bring: Own drinks and glasses
Booking: Please book on this site and indicated in comments anyone else in your booking so I can seat you together.
Maximum of 20 people per workshop.
Cancellations and refunds:
No refund unless at least 48 hours notice is given. No refund available for no shows. If you cannot attend at the last minute you can arrange for another person to buy your ticket from you if you know someone else interested, or if I have a waiting list and 48 hours notice is given.
