In this video I create an abstract painting using fluid acrylics and Liquitex Free-Style Paddle Brushes. I show how I make long, flowing strokes with multiple colors of paint in smooth swoops. This technique allows the colors to blend and overlap in beautiful ways while still keeping their character.
Before starting the strokes, I first prepare the canvas with several round background elements made with interference paints. These subtle, shimmering layers add depth and interesting effects when the light hits them.
I also spend some extra time showing how I load my paddle brush with paint, because I’ve received several requests about that process. The way the brush is loaded makes a big difference in how the strokes flow across the canvas.
I’m still not entirely sure if the painting is truly finished yet. I may add something subtle later? And I’m also still deciding which orientation I prefer?

Whether you're here to learn more about fluid art techniques or simply enjoy the soothing process of paint in motion, I hope this video inspires you!

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Love Suzan,

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What I used:

50 x 70 cm canvas
Liquitex Free-Style Paddle Brushes
Masking tape
Flexibele masking tape
Soft pastel pencil white
Amsterdam matte acrylic medium
Golden Satin Glazing Liquid
Make-up brushes
Plaid Smooth Basecoat Brush

Liquitex Fluid Acrylics
Titanium White
Payne's Gray
Transparent Mixing White

Golden Fluid Acrylics
Turquoise (Phthalo)
Teal
Van Dyke Brown Hue
Iridescent Bright Gold (fine)
C.T. Interference Green-Blue

Golden High Flow Acrylics
Titanium White

Tri-Art Liquid Acrylics
Interference Turquoise
Interference Gold
Iridescent Bronze



(Music: by Epidemic Sound)