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Acrylic Pouring Blooms Technique Inspirational Tutorial Video.
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In this video I will be showing you how I mix up the pouring medium using the Valspar Ultra High Gloss & Varathane Triple Thick Combo and then the Valspar Ultra Semgloss & Varathane Triple Thick Combo. I also mix up some paints with one of the PMs to show how well it mixes up. I hope this video is helpful and inspiring for you and you enjoy watching this half as much as I enjoyed creating it! 😊 Thanks so much for watching! ❤️
A lot of what you see being created on my channel when ready will end up in my Etsy store. Some pieces if they translate well to digital will also make it to my RedBubble and Society6 shops so if you see a design you like please check out my links below.👇🏻😊💜
Products Used in This Video:
PM Mix:
Base - Valspar Ultra Semigloss Base C & Valspar Ultra High Gloss Base C: Both Found at Lowe’s
Varnish - Varathane Triple Thick Water Based Polyurethane in Clear Gloss: Found at Home Depot, Menards, Ace Hardware, Meijer, Walmart and Amazon
Both PMs Mixed 3:1 Base/Varnish
Paints Used:
Jo Sonja Black Umber: Found online at Dick Blick or Jerry’s Artarama
Golden Fluid Quinacridone Violet: Found online at Dick Blick or Jerry’s Artarama
This Little Piggy Pigment Comet: Found online at fluid-art.co
PM to Paint measurement (estimate):
1.5oz (45ml) PM to between 1/4 tsp (1.25ml) to a 1/2 tsp (2.5ml) paint to start. If too thin add a little more paint (or even a gel gloss), if too thick add a little more PM to thin more.
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HELPFUL VIDEOS:
Beginners tutorial on the blooms technique: • #36 Beginners Tutorial...
How I mix up the Infinity/Jo Sonja and Behr/Infinity/Jo Sonja PM Mixes: • #77 How to Mix Up My B...
How I mix up the Behr/Glidden PM Mix: • #46 How to Mix My Behr...
How I mix up the AUS Floetrol Mix and Dutch Boy/Jo Sonja PM Mix: • #12 How to Mix Up My P...
How I mix up the NEW US Floetrol CA Mix with just Floetrol & Paint: • #91 MUST SEE - 2 Ingre...
How I mix up the US Floetrol CA Mix with Minwax Prestain Conditioner & other ingredients: • #16 How To Mix Up My U...
How I varnish my pieces: • #24 How to Varnish You...
How I resin my pieces: • #40 How I Resin My Flu...
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@ThePaintedDreamer 2 жыл бұрын

NOTE: If you can’t find these brands or are in a different country the components you want are an untinted base house paint (base c or d, base 3 or 4 whichever is lowest, deep base or ultra deep base or neutral base) plus a water based polyurethane gloss varnish to make up your Pouring Medium. If you want to try a more traditional pouring medium base because you can’t get certain components, TOTALLY go for it and give it a try 😃 it’s YOUR Art after all! 💜. Another Note: I have switched from using the Triple Thick Varathane to the Regular Varathane as it was getting too thick for me so this will work well with the Valspar Ultra as well! :D

@prism5161 2 жыл бұрын

You ought to check out the paintings and prices, I'm sure you'll be surprised! 🥰 I am just starting out in paint pouring, I have everything I need to do paints. I have 350 videos of all the paintings by many people. Been searching for so many new techniques and Ideas. I would like to thank all the painters out on KZfaqrs. Really you should check it out, the prices!! You're paintings are beautiful... please check them out, like go to the paintings stores on other sites to get some Ideas for pricing. I have a large pool for dogs that folds up, on my kitchen table until my art room is cleaned out. I have a German Shepherd and it's getting a little cramped too. Soon it will be time for me to move into my Woman Cave. 😂🤣😂🤣 Hey if they can have a man cave, we ought to have, a Woman Cave. Well happy painting. Stay safe 🥰🙏🇺🇲

@ThePaintedDreamer 2 жыл бұрын

@@prism5161 Thank you Cheryl, have so much fun with your art journey 🤗💜

@heatherbrasuell852 2 жыл бұрын

What paint could i use instead of glidden. Because I work at a hardware store and I have access to the Benjamin Moore products so I was trying to save money so so if you could tell me an alternative to the glidden

@ThePaintedDreamer 2 жыл бұрын

@@heatherbrasuell852 I’ve tested and experimented with a lot on this channel but I haven’t tried the Benjamin Moore so I don’t have personal experience with it. Since you have great access to this paint I would (if they come in quarts) buy quarts to make sure you like what it’s doing for you. For your pillow (white base you lay down first) you want a low sheen (satin or eggshell but not flat) white interior wall paint (latex not oil). For your pouring medium base mix the untinted base paint part you want an interior (latex not oil) the highest gloss that line comes in whether it’s semi, gloss or high gloss, and then the lowest base that has the least amount of titanium in it so you can mix it with your colors (like you would with a more traditional pouring medium). I don’t know how Benjamin Moore numbers their cans 1, 2, 3 etc or a, b, c etc or even white/pastel, medium, neutral etc but you want the lowest it comes in so 3 or c or neutral. That untinted paint is paired with a clear gloss water based polyurethane varnish to make up your PM. I’ve used a number of them and some work better than others paired with a base paint. Also if your base paint is on the thicker side use a thinner varnish but if it’s on the thinner side then you can get away with a thicker varnish if you want (I.e, regular vs triple thick). Use what’s available to you and see how it goes and how everything works for you 😊

@heatherbrasuell852 2 жыл бұрын

So I got everything my question is what was the valapar ultra base c high gloss used for. And how much cell Activator do you put in your color before you put it on the canvas

@theresacoffeen8149 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your talent and videos and taking the much appreciated time for your precise assistance in mixing . It gets confusing. And your support and assistance is appreciated again . Love your paintings.

@ThePaintedDreamer 2 жыл бұрын

You’re very welcome Theresa, I’m glad my videos have helped you. I was a beginner too and know how confusing it can all be! Enjoy the process and have fun! 💜💜

@dawnyoung4077 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for taking the time out to show everybody how to make the mix because it’s been very difficult for people that don’t have the money can’t afford to take classes and I appreciate you thank you very much have a great weekend

@ThePaintedDreamer 3 жыл бұрын

You’re so welcome Dawn, I’m really glad the mixing videos are helpful! Have a great weekend yourself! 🤗💜🤗

@loricleary4473 3 жыл бұрын

You are such a wonderful teacher and artist!! Thank you❤️❤️

@ThePaintedDreamer 3 жыл бұрын

You’re so welcome, Lori, thank you!! 💜🤗💜

@grace5817 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the explanations, comparisons, and experiments!

@ThePaintedDreamer 3 жыл бұрын

You’re very welcome Grace!! 💜💜💜

@pennymcclenahan2905 2 жыл бұрын

So helpful Jody! Thank you as always for your guidance🤩

@ThePaintedDreamer 2 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome Penny 🤗 I’m glad it helped you! 💜💜

@JoaBea4 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent Jodie! Thank you so much!

@ThePaintedDreamer 3 жыл бұрын

You’re so welcome, Jodie, thank you my dear! 🤗💜🤗💜

@davehaskill1369 3 жыл бұрын

Very helpful... thank you Jodie.

@ThePaintedDreamer 3 жыл бұрын

I’m so glad to hear that Dave, you’re very welcome! 🤗🌺

@domimassou5457 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing this with us

@ThePaintedDreamer 3 жыл бұрын

You’re so welcome Domi, thank you so much!! 🤗💜🤗💜

@markc5959 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your helpful videos and your beautiful artwork. I'm just starting out and you've been a blessing!!!

@kathysausen6493 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jodi!! Your videos are sooo clear to understand! Thanks for sharing 💕💕🧜‍♀️

@ThePaintedDreamer 3 жыл бұрын

You’re so welcome Kathy!! 🤗💜🤗

@kimwilliams6230 2 жыл бұрын

Really appreciate this. Thank you!

@ThePaintedDreamer 2 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome Kim 🤗🌺

@sherryellis5596 3 жыл бұрын

Great information again, Jodie thanks.

@ThePaintedDreamer 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Sherry! Have you tried the Valspar yet? 💜💜

@gschneider4112 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing another mixing video Jodie 🤩 your experiments are always helpful & appreciated. 🌠🐾

@ThePaintedDreamer 3 жыл бұрын

You’re so welcome, I’m so glad they help!! 🤗💜🤗

@callimedved9189 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent tutorial series!! And of course, amazing results - beautiful!!

@ThePaintedDreamer 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Calli! 🥰🌺💜

@sheilaroberts6560 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! So very helpful!

@ThePaintedDreamer 3 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome Sheila, I’m so glad it has helped! 🤗💜

@Freedommjw 3 жыл бұрын

Your paintings are beautiful and it's really generous of you to share your expertise. Thank you ❤️

@ThePaintedDreamer 3 жыл бұрын

You’re so welcome, thank you so much! 🙏🏻🤗💜

@Kathy-Carr 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for taking the time to do this tutorial. It’s a wonderful teaching video! 😊😊😊

@ThePaintedDreamer 3 жыл бұрын

You’re so welcome Kathy! Let me know if you have any other questions! 💜💜

@yvencia1150 6 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing 🎨

@barbaralilly2261 Жыл бұрын

Thank u for explaining what every thing is used for realy enjoyed your video

@cherylbrown434 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the wonderful teaching tools! It is very helpful for me, as a beginner.

@ThePaintedDreamer 2 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome Cheryl, I’m so glad it has helped 🤗💜

@donnadyer7040 Жыл бұрын

Great idea! I have to label them better!!! Thank you so much for sharing your talent with us!!!

@ThePaintedDreamer Жыл бұрын

You’re welcome Donna 🤗 I’m so glad it helped! 💜

@Pour-All-Seasons 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for explaining your process. I found your channel last year and I watch your videos over and over, to learn all that I can from you! I appreciate the way that you give instructions during your videos. 🙏🏻

@ThePaintedDreamer 2 жыл бұрын

You’re so welcome April, I’m so glad my videos have helped you in your art journey 🤗💜🤗

@michelleneville8843 2 жыл бұрын

Great information! I greatly appreciate your videos!!!! M

@ThePaintedDreamer 2 жыл бұрын

I’m so glad they have helped Michelle! 💜

@0to100Art 2 жыл бұрын

Wow it's beautiful...amazing color combination... Awesome sharing stay connected

@ThePaintedDreamer 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! 🤗

@QualityCrazy1967 2 жыл бұрын

This was a great video!! Thank you. I've been looking for one like it

@ThePaintedDreamer 2 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome Lisa, I’m glad it helped 🤗🌺

@debramead3567 3 жыл бұрын

A wonderfully informative and comprehensive video Jodi! You just know exactly what we need to know and how to answer our many questions before we even ask them. You sure do know your stuff!! And I for one am so very grateful that you are so willing to share. Thank you so much you are so very generous with your time and your knowledge! Hugs Deb

@ThePaintedDreamer 3 жыл бұрын

I’m so glad Debbie and you’re so welcome! 😃. I just want this to be as easy as possible, art should be fun! Thanks so much my friend!! 🥰🌺🥰

@bronmckenzie4640 3 жыл бұрын

Brilliant Jodie! Another really great tutorial 💖

@ThePaintedDreamer 3 жыл бұрын

🤗 Thank you so much Bron!! 💜💜💜

@caroljacobson4295 3 жыл бұрын

Very informative, thank you

@ThePaintedDreamer 3 жыл бұрын

You’re very welcome Carol! 🤗🌺🤗

@bramstayer Жыл бұрын

Happt new Year! I had a question but realized i had the answer was already given 2 yrs ago. That nearly 1 year break in 2021 really put my confidence back. I'm so grateful your videos are still totally a great up to date source of info for those who have to buy our ingredients one thing a month and still only have access to painting on some days. Sometimes pain makes the decision for me. Im still glad i found this but im not as progressed as I was before things changed here....anyways I gonna wing it with all you taught me. Thanks for everything!!

@ThePaintedDreamer Жыл бұрын

You’re welcome dear 🤗 Happy New Year to you, I hope you have a beautiful year! 💜

@janbatin4708 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent video, Jodie. Hugs. 🎶💞🎶

@ThePaintedDreamer 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Jan! 😃👋🏻 Thanks so much my friend! 💜🤗💜

@ornellabresci182 2 жыл бұрын

Ciao Jodi, voglio ringraziarti con tutto il cuore per la chiarezza delle tue spiegazioni e per la generosità dei tuoi consigli, molto, MOLTO RARI da trovare fra le altre maestre tue colleghe. GRAZIE da Ornella e un grande abbraccio da Lucca e dalla mia bella Toscana !!!

@ThePaintedDreamer 2 жыл бұрын

Ciao Ornella, sei così benvenuta, sono così felice di essere stata in grado di aiutarti. Goditi il tuo viaggio artistico e ti abbracci da Chicago 🤗🌺

@anavillena2435 5 ай бұрын

Realmente fantástico

@reneeharrington3599 3 жыл бұрын

Ty for this valuable information

@ThePaintedDreamer 3 жыл бұрын

You’re so welcome Renee! 💜💜

@HopeDesigns 3 жыл бұрын

Great tutorial my friend ❤

@ThePaintedDreamer 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Mandy! 💜💜💜

@georgannmartin-kumm100 Жыл бұрын

Thank you, thank you!❤

@ThePaintedDreamer Жыл бұрын

You’re welcome Georgann 🥰

@ItsLaurenE 3 жыл бұрын

I've been binging on your videos. Happily expressing how grateful i was to my fiance that you had mentioned a few factors and techniques that i really hadn't come across on other channels. The benefit of you dealing with the same weather helps too. I used to explain over and over what works for me may not for you we have to consider we are crafters from all over asking these questions. We have humidity others have dry heat. Our winter is brutal and still shocks us w a 70°day in December 🤣 The effects weather has on so many arts is nuts. I hoop dance, and have resorted to trying to only buy a certain tubing hula hoop as the other one can become bendy or brittle depending on hot or cold. I like to keep a few hoops on my car so i can flow anywhere.

@ThePaintedDreamer 3 жыл бұрын

It’s something so simple that gets overlooked, even by me when something isn’t going right I have to think oh wait, maybe it’s the weather! I’m so glad my videos have helped! Do you video your hoop dancing, I’d love to see it 🤗

@ItsLaurenE 3 жыл бұрын

@@ThePaintedDreamer there are a few on my channel from last year, then i pretty much switched to Instagram. If your on insta I'm @craftydiver (name may be odd but I'm a dumpster diver as well) lots of those videos on my channel, and the bonus of seeing my weightloss journey as finding flow helped me drop weight i gained from basting in my depression. Took charge of that!

@donnadyer7040 Жыл бұрын

I didn’t know that water will degrade your paints. Thank you for that!!

@ThePaintedDreamer Жыл бұрын

Adding too much water will start to break down your paint. Some paints can handle more, some can handle less so if you are going to use water use just a little at a time and see what happens. If things get weird, you’ll know why 🤗

@paulettehigham4015 3 жыл бұрын

I haven't watched your videos until now....great job on turtorial.....thought I'd subscribe and try it out....

@ThePaintedDreamer 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Paulette and welcome to my channel! 🤗💜🤗

@reneetaylor5166 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Thank you Thank you for sharing this info. I have been testing and struggling for month now. When they stop making the Sherwin Williams that I started the Sheri coarse with it has been crazy trying to find the right paint that would work for me. As some will tell you while one thing works for one person it may not work for someone else. So many variables with this process. I have been using this mix now for about 3 weeks and everything is working perfectly. 😍😍😍. I follow you on Instagram and love your work and all the great info you share here at KZfaq!!!💜💜💜💜💜

@ThePaintedDreamer 2 жыл бұрын

Oh yay! I’m so glad to hear this has been working out for you Renee! You’re very welcome. Environment and the paint batches are also a factor as to how similar something will work, there are definitely variables here but with a bit of tweaking sometimes that helps too. 🤗💜

@Moon-ps6xl Жыл бұрын

Merci pour votre enseignement si bien expliqué en direct live

@ThePaintedDreamer Жыл бұрын

You’re welcome 🤗🌺

@dt9877 2 жыл бұрын

As a trained chef.... I design production recipes.... I'd use a scale ( you can buy them at target, or online) . 1TBL is roughly 1/2 an oz, and 2 TBL is approximately 1 ounce. So...instead of getting tons of little measuring spoons dirty ( and having to clean them). just place your container on a scale .. and pour your 3 to 1 mediums. After each addition "tare" or zero out the scale, and pour the next ingredient. if you are worried about the mess on the scale..cover it with baking paper, cling film or wax paper. Easy... and it's less messy..less clean up. Just a tip from a different professional that can be easily applied to art recipe too!!!

@moniquefuentes2888 Жыл бұрын

Merci pour votre patience a nous expliquer vos techniques 🌺 et surtout merci pour la traduction en français qui va me permettre de vous suivre, je m'abonne et lève le 👍 bises de Perpignan en France 🇨🇵

@ThePaintedDreamer Жыл бұрын

De rien Monique, je suis tellement contente que tu aies apprécié mes vidéos et qu'elles t'aient été utiles 🤗 merci beaucoup ! 💜

@2123Judith 2 жыл бұрын

Hey girl I’ve missed you, iI love so many of your new pieces, im sorry I tested posited positive for. Covid , And this is the worst, but at least I get to catch up with you and a couple others I like. I hope all is well. Your paintings just make me feel good❤️💗

@ThePaintedDreamer 2 жыл бұрын

Aww feel better girl, I wish you a speedy recovery ❤️‍🩹🥰

@millyfluidart7482 3 жыл бұрын

Hi dear Jodie, love all your tutorials, i mention your channel on the facebook poring groups each time i get a bloom question. i think is less work and less cleaning using a scale, 6 tbsp is 3 fluid once ..2 tbsp is 1 once, that's how i do it, thanks, loving the Valspar ultra high gloss

@ThePaintedDreamer 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Milly! 🤗💜 Thank you so much my friend, I truly appreciate your support! Do you find when you use the scale the parts are off as things may weigh differently? That Valspar Ultra is really something else isn’t, I’m glad you are liking it! 💜💜💜

@angiesartkraftykreations3677 3 жыл бұрын

Great video girl!! I haven’t been able to find the triple thick anywhere!! I did find some Val spar however and also Infinity, lol. Maybe I’ll have better luck finding some in Oregon, lol! Enjoy your day my friend 🤗🦋🥰

@ThePaintedDreamer 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Angie! The Varathane Triple Thick I know is at Home Depot, I believe also Ace Hardware and I think even Amazon, if that helps! You can totally try another varnish with it also I just liked this combo the best. Have a great day yourself! 🤗💜🤗💜💜

@JamieCreatedThat 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing your experiments. I had to drive way far to get the valspar. Now I have had some mixed up for a few weeks and I went to use it and its kind of orange looking. Have you noticed the varthane triple thick discolors over time? The behr infinity minwax didnt turn orange. My most recent batch I used jo Sonja and some clark& Kensington to see if that helps the discoloration since in the can the triple thick looks a little orange. The Clark &Kensington works really well alone and is nice and clear and held shape but dried too fast so I decided to add some of the valspar. So far so good.

@ThePaintedDreamer 2 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome! I have noticed that in the can the Varathane Triple Thick does turn darker the longer it is open. I’ve not had it effect any of my pieces though and it still dries amazing. I just finished off an old can of the Varathane and opened a new one and saw the difference. The new can was like an off white and the old can was more of dark cream with a hint of yellow. I do have on my list for my next set of experiments the Clark & Kensington bases so I’m excited to see what works well with them. 😃🤗💜

@JamieCreatedThat 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you its good to know its not my imagination. Since the valspar isn't stocked in my area I think I am going to keep working with the c&k. Can't wait to see your experiments since you are more precise than me :)

@texcajunlam8555 Жыл бұрын

Where did you find those cute little stirring spoons? Thanks!

@ProductBae 3 жыл бұрын

Ummm this is eerily on time 💀🙌🏾

@ThePaintedDreamer 3 жыл бұрын

Ha! Well I’m glad 😃🤗💜

@MilkywayArtDesignBySharminKhan 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for testing all these products for us. I miss my Behr 8300 because they don’t sell it in my state anymore. I want a base which is very similar to Behr 8300 deep base . Do you have any suggestions?

@ThePaintedDreamer 3 жыл бұрын

You’re so welcome Sharmin 🤗 .. Do you live in a state that has Menards Hardware store? They aren’t everywhere but if you do I use something by Dutch Boy Dura clean cabinet, door and trim high gloss base d and is the closest I’ve found to the Behr 8300 but to be isn’t as slippery. This Valspar Ultra high gloss is really something else too, I’m really loving it and much cheaper than the Infinity and just as good. Much thinner than the Behr though also. I’ll be testing some more soon but these are what I would suggest for now 😊💜🌺

@MilkywayArtDesignBySharminKhan 3 жыл бұрын

@@ThePaintedDreamer thank you soo much for taking the time to experiment all these brands.. I will look for Menards.

@lauraborgmann8285 2 жыл бұрын

You are way to neat Jody! Are those really small stir sticks where did you get? Thanks

@ThePaintedDreamer 2 жыл бұрын

Aww thanks Laura! Yes, those stir sticks some I get from Amazon (they are in my storefront if you want to see what they look like up close) and also the fluid art company has started selling black ones. 🤗💜

@francesfichera3720 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Jodi, I"m a beginner I enjoy all the detail info you give but my question is can I torch this? I do a lot of Dutch Pours and other paintings but I torch mostly everything. I am afraid of burning the house down. I am referreing to the valspar and varathene. thank you very much Chickie P. S. I live in north florida.

@ThePaintedDreamer 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Frances, I’m so glad they help 🤗 and I’m glad you asked this question. I wouldn’t advise torching if you are using house paint and then the PM with the varnish. House paint scorches real easily and then the PM with the varnish can be flammable as well as toxic when heated so I absolutely don’t recommend. I like to let my paints rest as long as possible before using them and after I’ve painted I’ll lightly blow on my piece to pop any bubbles and any weird ones I’ll poke down with a skewer or toothpick. Hope this helps! 🤗

@sergiiishchuk2274 Жыл бұрын

Hello. You are talking about the BEHR 8300 for thicking of the paint. Sorry, but I did not find colorless BEHR 8300. So, it will change the colour of the paint any way isn't it? Thank you for full information.

@shiela770 Жыл бұрын

Hi, I love your work, and have learned a lot from you. Thank you for all your wonderful videos. I have a question about your mix. 1 tried using the regular varathane, and Valspar. It is super thick. If I add more pm, or just the varnish it's the perfect consistency, but completely changes my colors. I have tried this with about 5 different brands of acrylic including ink. Floetrol does the same thing. Could you please tell me what to add to thin it out that won't change my colors?

@ThePaintedDreamer Жыл бұрын

Hi Shiela, I’m surprised it’s super thick with the regular Varathane (triple thick I can see as I have issues with it myself in winter), is your Valspar untinted base can really thick all by itself? Sometimes that can happen but I haven’t seen one yet myself. You can try changing the ratio up for your base to varnish going 2:1 or even 1:1. I’m honestly not sure why it would be affecting your colors, were they drying okay when it was super thick? Sometimes untinted bases (I’ve tested a few different brands that did this) can mix up a little paler but when dried they dry true to color. Are you using base c for the untinted base paint (I have to ask just in case as it’s happened before also)? There really isn’t anything to add to your PM mixture to make it thinner besides changing the ratio. You could also try mixing a paint up without a ratio’d PM. Maybe try it with a tube and a fluid to see how it works for each and how it keeps your consistency. Add some of the untinted base paint to your container then add your paint and mix it (it will be thicker until you start adding varnish), then add in your varnish slowly to your desired consistency. This method bypasses the need for mixing up a full PM batch and gives you a little more control. Also consider your environment, if it’s cooler it will thicken your paints up, even more so if your mixtures are already mixed up on the thicker side. This is everything I can think of for you to try. Hope it helps and good luck! 💜

@shiela770 Жыл бұрын

Hi Jodie. Thank you so much for your help! I am using the base C. I tried adding more varnish, adding water, using ink, etc. Nothing worked. You were right. It was the weather. As soon as we had a warm day, it mixed up beautifully. Now, to find a fix for my other problems lol. I signed up for the course. Hopefully that will help. I saw that you're taking a break. I hope everything is ok with you. Looking forward to seeing more of your awesome videos. 💜

@joseedussault1790 3 жыл бұрын

Hi☺️ Thank you so much for this tutorial. I love the consistency of this pouring medium…I am in Canada and unfortunately can’t get these products. I bought a triple x varnish from Varathane but it doesn’t indicate polyurethane…does it make a difference?

@ThePaintedDreamer 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Josee! 😃👋🏻 You’re so welcome! I think in Canada the label is different it isn’t Valspar Ultra but call Valspar High Gloss Enamel base c. Others in Canada have told me they found it that way. You want a water based varnish I’ve always used a polyurethane type so I don’t know if something else will or won’t work but as long what you have is water based and not oil based I would give it a try and see how it goes 🤗

@MysparkLeDChaos3 Жыл бұрын

I have been really needing a good "versatile" PM. I will continue watching - but is this a versatile PM used for a lot of different pours or are you mixing these mostly for a bloom? I know you have to adjust the consistency. Thank you for your teaching

@ThePaintedDreamer Жыл бұрын

You’re welcome Marla, 🤗 I use this pouring medium for my blooms, my swipes and transfer blooms but it could technically be used for other types of techniques I suppose, it just mixes up a lot thicker but it dries clear like other more traditional PMs letting the colors shine through. If you decide to use it or experiment with it I’d love to hear how it works for you. I think I may put that on my experiment list to try it out with other types of fluid art 💜

@sandielukie2572 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Jody. I love watching your videos for a lot of reasons. you’re so generous with your information and creative with your ideas. I’m in Canada so I really appreciate the fact that you are looking out for us here and trying to find a sources for the contents of the recipe. My questions revolve around why we do what we do. I would like to know why were purchasing certain products for certain steps in the technique. I guess I don’t understand their purpose. In the PM. What is your first ingredient the Valspar ultra semi gloss base C? Is that a paint? Why does it have to be mixed with a varnish? Why does any of these recipes from any of the artists need a base house paint to be mixed with a varnish and then that combination mixed with an Acrylic “coloured paint used in the design”? Like why isn’t that coloured acrylic design paint just mixed with Floetrol, Liquitex PM or Gac 800 and then layered on the pillow? I just don’t know why a house paint and varnish are needed to be mixed as a pm for the coloured paint. Maybe if I knew that I could do better a understanding why something isn’t working and fix it or experiment. Why do you have the two Valspar? I know they’re different in thickness. Is that why? And are they paint and colored white? Oh. It can’t be white because you tint it with your colors. Thank you so very much for helping everyone

@ThePaintedDreamer 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Sandie 🤗 thank you 🤗 all valid questions. Short answer is it’s how I was taught when I took the online course for this specific technique but as I got to know it and saw how it responded and the fact that it’s thicker than more traditional PMs I liked using it best. Others may use something else, this is what I use. The base pillow is a house paint has more stretch and buoyancy to it than just say mixing acrylic paint and floetrol. You can certainly use it but to me it just doesn’t work as well. For your pouring medium the untinted house paint is self explanatory but the added varnish helps to float your colors on top of your pillow paint instead of it sinking down into it and getting eaten up. You can certainly experiment with omitting it and just using untinted house paint to see what happens. Cell activator well that’s what makes the cells if you want to use something other than silicone then either the Australian floetrol with paint or the US floetrol CA recipe will work. If you want to try silicone with this method by all means, there are probably a number of different ways to go about it but this is what I do. 😊 If you haven’t seen my beginners tutorial on this technique (video 36) maybe give it a watch it helps explain some more what I just said here. Also, I experiment a lot on this channel so you will find different recipes, the point is, they all work so pick one that fits within your budget or try something new and have fun experimenting! Hope this helps! 💜

@Believe30 Жыл бұрын

FYI, I used some of that exact varnish to seal some cupboards 2 years ago. I had left over varnish. Today I saw the can had yellowish drippings. So, clear will end up yellowing.

@ThePaintedDreamer Жыл бұрын

Everything ends up yellowing over time unfortunately, including resins but here you are using so little and it’s mixed in with your acrylic paints it doesn’t seem to have an adverse affect as you’re not using it as it’s intended purpose as a varnish over your piece but in the actual paint 🤗

@karenvandeveer100 2 жыл бұрын

I love your videos! Thanks for sharing your knowledge and experience with us. I have two questions - 1) in what circumstance would you use semi-gloss instead of hi-gloss? 2) Why do you mix your own pouring medium instead of just using Liquitex or something similar? Is there a considerable cost difference? Thanks again for all you do!!

@ThePaintedDreamer 2 жыл бұрын

You’re very welcome Karen and I’m so glad my videos have helped! 🤗. I compared both the hi gloss and the semi gloss because sometimes they may be out of one or the other so really you can use either, they both work well it’s just what may or may not be available to you. With the blooms technique when I took the course it was recommend to use the formula of an untinted base paint & varnish mix for your PM and having used it now for the last couple years I just love the versatility of it. I have used Liquitex and golden PMs in the past for more traditional fluid art like flip cups and even then I modified them with other ingredients as I just found them way too thin on their own. So to answer your question I like to mix my own because I get a more personal mix to what exactly I want my paints to do with the outcome I’m looking for. As far as cost a gallon of golden or Liquitex will run you anywhere from $60-$80/gallon depending on where you get it. Untinted base paint can run from $25-$55 a gallon (depending on the brand) and then adding the varnish in probably another $10-$20 so it’s comparable if you use the more traditional PMs straight from the bottle but if you add to it like I usually then it’s still pricier. It really boils down to personal preference, budget, what technique you are doing and what outcome you want from your pieces. I hope this helps this is totally long winded but I was on a roll haha! 💜💜

@karenvandeveer100 2 жыл бұрын

@@ThePaintedDreamer I appreciate your answering my questions!! Thank you

@martinakirwan4380 Жыл бұрын

Hi, thanks for the video..I bought Polyurathane varnish but I realize that it is an oil based varnish and not water based. The smell is quite potent. Would it still work with the valspar base paint do you think? thanks in advance

@ThePaintedDreamer Жыл бұрын

You’re welcome Martina 🤗 I would take it back and exchange it for the water based you don’t want the oil based polyurethane but the water based one. 💜

@kimritchie9651 Жыл бұрын

What ingredients do you mix your base with?

@catherinenocera6675 2 жыл бұрын

Hi! I love your work. I bought the Valspar that you show in the video. It is very thick and it is enamel. Did I purchase the right one? Thank you,

@ThePaintedDreamer 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Catherine, if you bought the same one I picture in this video then it’s the right one. As I explained some batches can be thinner or thicker just depends on the store, the batch and the environment. If it’s thicker I would use the regular Varathane instead of the triple thick varnish with it as it’ll only add to the thickness as a whole. I’ve switched to the regular myself as mine as getting too thick over the winter here. 😊

@catherinenocera6675 2 жыл бұрын

@@ThePaintedDreamer Thank you for clearing that up. I will buy the regular Varathane and give it a try. I appreciate your help and your videos. Have a great day!

@marionmcallister17 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, can you use the pool base paint with the polyurethane to make the pouring medium.

@ThePaintedDreamer 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Marion, that’s a good question and one I don’t know the answer to. I’ve only ever used interior paint bases but if you have it I say give it a try and see what happens. 🤗

@jonnacain3523 3 жыл бұрын

Love your videos Jodie! I have a Valspar 2000, is that the same as this one you are using?

@ThePaintedDreamer 3 жыл бұрын

😃 Hi Jonna! Thank you! This is actually different than the Valspar 2000. I really liked that too but with it being satin it was super matte even adding in enough JS. I did mix the 2000 with a little Behr and that helped (2:1:1, 2000:Behr:JS). How are you liking it? This Valspar Ultra is pretty awesome though but I couldn’t get it to work with the JS, meaning the cells didn’t stay put 🤣

@jonnacain3523 3 жыл бұрын

@@ThePaintedDreamer yes, it is super matte! I mixed the 2000 with behr and josonja as well. I’m going to try your new pm recipe, I’ve been using the infinity josonja and need to use up those paints first. Thanks again!

@ThePaintedDreamer 3 жыл бұрын

Sure thing! Let me know how you like the Valspar when you get to it 😃💜

@LoisToYou 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Jodie, I am having issues with my base paints. Looking for your video, I saw it quite awhile ago, was wondering what you were using now? Which brand and what part to what part... Also, how do you stay clean?? 🙃 I can't manage to do that. I don't do blooms but spouse dabbles and gets frustrated so I am trying hard to help her. I do mostly swipes and manic manipulation and come up with some really cool stuff. But... I found a gold base that is amazing from Valspar and use a high gloss black base from my old carpentry life... but my white irritates me. I can't get the one recipe that I love and can tweak. Any ideas? I also bought several mica pigments because of you and oh my gawd the colors are vibrant and amazing. Thanks again for your art, it's incredible.

@LoisToYou 2 жыл бұрын

Hi. I'm reading down below and finding some of your answers already. Sorry to bug you during your fun painting time. But if you haven't tried the Gold base c from Valspar I highly recommend, it is gorgeous.

@ThePaintedDreamer 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Mary 🤗 if you ever want to see what I’m using currently just check my latest video, the video itself will have everything but also the description box I go into detail there a lot more. I’m still really loving the Valspar/Varathane combo however I’m using the regular Varathane now as opposed to triple thick. As it was getting cooler in my studio it was making my paints thicker so I had to switch. I also use my Dutch boy/jo sonja combo for pigments but that’s just personal preference, you can totally use just the one mix. It took me awhile to figure out what works best for me for the art I want to do and the environment I work in with all the temp changes. The Valspar/Varathane seems to work well through every season for me. Hope this helps 💜

@evanders59 Жыл бұрын

Hi Jodie, thank you for all your videos. I just bought some mica pigments, is this the medium you would use for the mica pigments. And if it's too thin can I add a little American floetrol? I didn't get the triple thick polyurethane, so it might be too thin. Thank you

@ThePaintedDreamer Жыл бұрын

Hi Evelyn 🤗 You can use this for pigments sure and I have used it in the past and it works well but it can mix up a little thin especially if you are in a warmer environment. You can switch up your PM ratios to be 2:1 instead or 3:1 and see if that helps or you can disperse your pigment in the varnish first and then just add the untinted base a little at a time mixing as you go until you get the consistency you want. I would not add US floetrol to your pigments as it’ll dull and matte them some. 💜

@evanders59 Жыл бұрын

@@ThePaintedDreamer thank you so much for your reply, love your work. You're an amazing artist ❤️

@terrorgotico 8 ай бұрын

Hello!! Greetings from Barcelona, I like your creativity and I follow you, for me you are a reference, I was wondering, watching your videos of mixing paints again, why is it so necessary to use polyurethane with untinted enamel? Could only the untinted enamel be used as PM? thanks jodie 🙂

@elizabethwhite1014 2 жыл бұрын

Quick question for you Jodie - once you mix up your base C + WB varnish, is there a shelf life? Does mixing them in advance and letting them sit (say 3-4 weeks) impact their behavior? Stir or swirl before use, of course, but I'm more curious if they get up to any chemical shenanigans if they're mixed too far in advance. I'm one of those "mix two gallons" types. 😀

@ThePaintedDreamer 2 жыл бұрын

Sure Elizabeth 😊 you can totally mix a batch up and use it as you need it. I only mix up about 16oz at a time and that can last me up to two months with no issues you just may need to stir to reincorporate as if it sits a bit it will separate. As long as it doesn’t look weird or smell weird it should be just fine for at least a month or two. 💜

@jjwjr50 3 жыл бұрын

Hello!!! Thank you for taking the time to share this helpful video🥰🥰. Do you think this recipe can be thinned more with the Varathane to get a thin enough consistency for a Dutch Pour? Just wondering. Thank you for all that you do!!! Happy Sunday!!🥰🥰🥰🌹🌹

@ThePaintedDreamer 3 жыл бұрын

Hi! 😃👋🏻 You’re so welcome! Hmmm 🤔 I’ve not done a Dutch pour but I do know your paints need to be pretty thin right? You might be able to switch the varnish from the Varathane Triple Thick to just the regular Varathane as that is pretty thin to get your thinner consistency but the question is will it be thin enough to react the way you want it to .. I say go for it, give it a try see if it works, I’d love to hear how it goes 😃🤗🥰💜

@dawnmtierney Жыл бұрын

Where did you get the things, you were stirring with and those little containers?

@ThePaintedDreamer Жыл бұрын

My stir sticks and containers I get on Amazon. Links to them are in my Amazon storefront in the description box below the video if you want to check them out or search for something similar 🤗

@tonyachrismon3489 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Jodi. My name is Tonya , I never miss your videos so sohappy i found you. Your gift to teach is amazing Patience, Knowledge your desire to keep learning your self Fantastic . Now let me ask you , I can not find The Valspar Ultra 833125 however i found the 833125 , have you seen or used this ? none of the Lowes in or any where close to me have it any suggestions for me?

@ThePaintedDreamer 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Tonya 👋🏻, Are you here in the US or Canada? I only ask because Canada calls it something different. Here it’s called the Valspar Ultra but in Canada it’s called the Valspar High Gloss Enamel Base C. If you want to email me and send me a pic of the can you are talking about it might be easier .. thepainteddreamer13@gmail.com

@nickoslab 2 жыл бұрын

I know at one time you used Dutch Boy paint in your pm. I do as well since its readily available where i live. Ever used a DB paint for a pillow? Color place is out of stck always. Any help is greatly appreciated!!

@ThePaintedDreamer 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Allen 😊 I have not used a Dutch boy paint for pillow but one of my favorite pillows from menards is the Pittsburgh ultra white/pastel base in satin, it’s a red can. I used to use it a lot in some of my earlier videos its a bit on the thicker side so I don’t use it as often but it does work really well!

@nickoslab 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I'm on it!!

@lanadehne2242 2 жыл бұрын

Do you ever use gac 800 in your pouring medium?

@ThePaintedDreamer 2 жыл бұрын

I do if my paints get to thick and I need to thin them, usually in winter when as they sit they get thicker lol. I don’t usually need it in summer 🤗

@gloriagiefer3013 Жыл бұрын

Is the varathane the medium in the valspar the acrylic paint?

@karenbonner3447 2 жыл бұрын

I bought the Valspar ultra base C untainted paint to mix with my minwax varnish and the mixture was so thick. They only had satin. It took forever to get my acrylic paints thin enough to try a bloom. What could I add to my valspar/minwax pouring medium to thin it a little?

@ThePaintedDreamer 2 жыл бұрын

Are you using the Minwax polycrylic or another Minwax varnish? I like to use GAC 800 to thin down any paints that might need it or another acrylic extender will work too. I don’t like to use water only because adding too much can break up your paints. Also if your pouring medium mixture itself is on the thicker side you can either adjust your ratios a bit adding more varnish or Valspar to make it a bit thinner or use more fluid paints with too will help as tube paints tend to be thicker. I hope this helps! 💜

@karenbonner3447 2 жыл бұрын

@@ThePaintedDreamer I was using the minwax polycrylic instead of the triple thick (Thank God that would have really been thick). I’ll adjust my polycyclic to Valspar ratio. I added a tad of GAC 800 but that didn’t help much (might add a little Liquitex gloss PM especially since my Valspar is Satin. Even with the thick mixture I got a really pretty bloom and my colors were much brighter (not muddy like they use to be). Thanks again you’re making me a pro! 😇😂

@ThePaintedDreamer 2 жыл бұрын

@@karenbonner3447 Ok good, that's super thin so adjusting the ratios may do it but it sounds like you are doing great with what you have! :D

@cathyborror1938 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Jodie great video ty I’ve searched for the valspar and it’s unavailable can you offer an alternative paint for the pouring medium recipe ty

@ThePaintedDreamer 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Cathy 🤗 thank you so much! Check out my PM/Paint Mixing playlist for all the mixes I have used on here, the videos surrounding those you’ll see examples of me using them if you want but there are a few other options for you. Also, at Lowes the showcase semigloss base c and the Valspar 2000 semigloss base c work pretty well. At Home Depot the Behr 3300 deep base I’ve tried offline and it dries beautifully. Another the Behr dynasty deep base or the Behr 8300 but those two for me were a bit squirmy, I used to mix the Behr 8300 with the Glidden premium base 3 SG as you’ll see in that playlist to keep it from being weird. Hope this helps 💜

@cathyborror1938 2 жыл бұрын

@@ThePaintedDreamer ty for replying back to me your a great artist

@Kathleen730 3 жыл бұрын

i love your paintings. Can you use floetrol with the varathane 3x and how much should I use? Thank you so much

@ThePaintedDreamer 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Kathleen! I’m honestly not sure if you can use floetrol with the Varathane triple thick as I’ve only ever used the untinted house paint with the varnish for the blooms technique. Since floetrol is used as part of the cell activator mix it may or may not work. I’ll have to add this to my list to test out. In the meantime if you give it a try, please let me know how it works out for you! 😃🤗💜💜

@Kathleen730 2 жыл бұрын

@@ThePaintedDreamer I am going to add just a little bit to my paints that I have already mixed and I will let you know how it comes out. I've only been painting for about 4-5 weeks and I love it. Thank you so much

@Kathleen730 2 жыл бұрын

So I just did a painting adding the varathane 3x and it may seems beautiful cells inside cells they almost look like little planets. I took a picture but I can't figure out how to upload it to you on KZfaq.

@Kathleen730 2 жыл бұрын

I will let you know how it comes out when it dries

@Kathleen730 2 жыл бұрын

The paintings look beautiful in the beginning but where the cells were the paint has been shoved off the canvas.

@berniescree8ions119 3 жыл бұрын

In making my base coat or pillow paints, I found beautytone clear is great..its found in home hardware. I use a 3:1 ratio. 3 clear to 1 paintim hoping to try the beautytone clear as a pm for the liquitex, golden, and other tube acrylics

@ThePaintedDreamer 3 жыл бұрын

Oh awesome, I’m glad it works well for you 😃. I don’t know that we have beautytone here I don’t recognize the name.

@berniescree8ions119 3 жыл бұрын

@@ThePaintedDreamer if you have a home hardware store, they sell beautytone

@berniescree8ions119 3 жыл бұрын

@@ThePaintedDreamer i also have base/pillow paints using mistinted house paints mixed with polycrlic.

@ThePaintedDreamer 3 жыл бұрын

@@berniescree8ions119 Yea we have Home Depot here but not home hardware, are you in Canada per chance?

@berniescree8ions119 3 жыл бұрын

@@ThePaintedDreamer yes im in canada

@heatherbrasuell852 2 жыл бұрын

i have a qustion the receipe for the cell activator with us floetrol do u add ur acrylic paint to that recipe

@ThePaintedDreamer 2 жыл бұрын

The cell activator recipe does have an acrylic paint in it to make the color for the cell activator. Check out video 16 it’s the recipe I use with the US floetrol with the Minwax Prestain, glue and ink, I’ve used it with both Amsterdam Titanium White and Oxide Black There’s also another video where I get it to work at a higher ratio with just the Amsterdam paint, video 91. Hope this helps 💜

@heatherbrasuell852 2 жыл бұрын

@@ThePaintedDreamer So I'm totally new at this write down your recipes my thing is is is when I get my current color paint do i add the floerol and all this stuff to it then tI pour right Onto my pillow on the canvas

@heatherbrasuell852 2 жыл бұрын

And I wrote down the recipe for yourself activator with a flow trawl and the Amsterdam white and the minwax black's where I'm questioning it is when I get my current color out of the tube what am I adding to it before I pour onto the canvas

@ThePaintedDreamer 2 жыл бұрын

@@heatherbrasuell852 watch video 36 it’s a beginners tutorial on the blooms technique and all the components associated with it, you have your pillow, then your paints mixed with your pouring medium and then your cell activator on top. It may clarify some things for you. Your cell activator is separate from your colors mixed with your pouring medium 😊

@heatherbrasuell852 2 жыл бұрын

@@ThePaintedDreamer thank you

@sheilahmoutoudis7881 Жыл бұрын

When do you use high gloss and when do you you semi-gloss?? What is the difference on the project?

@ThePaintedDreamer Жыл бұрын

The only difference really is the high gloss paints will be just be a bit glossier. If you finish your pieces with varnish or resin then it’s really a non issue. With these two untinted bases I found little difference but some were not able to find the high gloss in their Lowe’s only the semi gloss so I wanted to show here that either will work well 🤗

@suelimartins7003 7 ай бұрын

Ola! Seus videos são incríveis! Aprendi muito com eles. Porém, no Brasil não encontro estes produtos. Na verdade não sei que tipo de produtos são se puder me ajudar agradeço!

@bolasandysanmiguel3746 2 жыл бұрын

Hello, My name is Elisandra San Miguel. I can't seem to find the Wells Fargo ultra high gloss so I'm wondering if you can help me and let me know what else I can use to mix with the varathane triple thick gloss?...😔

@ThePaintedDreamer 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Elisandra, at Lowes if they don’t have the Valspar Ultra High Gloss base c the semi gloss works equally as well. Alternatively other bases I’ve tried there are the SW HGTV Infinity base c in semi gloss and the SW HGTV Showcase base c in semi gloss. If you can’t find any then you may need to experiment with what is available, you just want the lowest base they have and the highest gloss in that brand whether it’s semi, gloss or high gloss. If you need to experiment I would stick with quarts in case that particular base you aren’t fond. They also even have 2oz samples at the counter sometimes. Also you aren’t limited to the Varathane triple thick for varnish I switched over to the regular Varathane myself as the triple thick was making my paints too thick over the winter so keep that in mind if you are in a cooler environment. Hope this helps 💜

@Kathy-Carr 3 жыл бұрын

All my Lowe’s had in the Valspar Ultra was the Base B…will that work? And could you mix the Triple Thick with the Min Wax to get the right consistency? Thank you!!

@ThePaintedDreamer 3 жыл бұрын

Yea base B will still have too much titanium in it. It’ll work from a cell perspective and a response perspective but all your colors will be more faded. Was this the high gloss or semi gloss or both that they only had the base b? I originally mixed up the Valspar with the Minwax one coat and it had a weird reaction and didn’t look right at all so if you want to try adding the Minwax to your triple thick keep that in mind, it may or may not work out. 🤗

@Kathy-Carr 3 жыл бұрын

@@ThePaintedDreamer can I use it for a pillow?

@ThePaintedDreamer 3 жыл бұрын

@@Kathy-CarrIf you got the semigloss it may work as your pillow but might be on the thinner side. If you got the hi gloss, you could try it but usually hi gloss doesn't work as well for a pillow. Are you able to return it? If so, I would just return it and see if they have the base c in either the semi gloss or the high gloss. Or if you can return it and go to a different lowes.

@Kathy-Carr 3 жыл бұрын

@@ThePaintedDreamer I already got the abase C. I will see if I can return. Thank you so much!

@ThePaintedDreamer 3 жыл бұрын

@@Kathy-Carr Oh gotcha! Then yea, best to just try and return it. As long as it's untinted (which it is) they should take it back.

@janicejolly3954 3 жыл бұрын

Do you think I should thicken my CA to get heavy webbing? xxxoooo

@ThePaintedDreamer 3 жыл бұрын

You can either add a little more CA meaning put more down and/or thicken it up a little. Sometimes just adding a bit more will give you more thickness, but if it’s too thin it’ll still just sink so play around with both 😊

@janicejolly3954 3 жыл бұрын

@@ThePaintedDreamer Thanks again Jodie xxxoooo

@dimodaie1491 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Jodie. How are you doing? Very nice. 🌹LFP🌷

@ThePaintedDreamer 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Omid! I’m doing well, I hope you are good! Thank you so much my friend! 🤗💜🤗

@lauraborgmann8285 3 жыл бұрын

I purchased plastic measured cup, mixed the first batch used marker to show the amounts its faster mixing. Just an FYI

@ThePaintedDreamer 3 жыл бұрын

Oh nice Laura, that’s a great idea! 💜

@jenniferdelp75 2 жыл бұрын

I feel like this is a stupid question, but what is the difference between the PM and pillow paint? Are they the same? Or is this what you mix pigments in?

@jenniferdelp75 2 жыл бұрын

Nevermind- I should have watched two more minutes… 😂 😊

@ThePaintedDreamer 2 жыл бұрын

Haha! No worries at all Jennifer! But yep they are different. If you use your pillow paint to mix with your colors it’ll turn super pale with the amount of titanium in it. For your PM base you want as untinted as they have with as little titanium as possible so your colors come through when dried and not the base itself 🤗💜

@jenniferdelp75 2 жыл бұрын

@@ThePaintedDreamer do you know- alllllll this time, I thought the paints were used straight out of the jar, just made thinner. I had no idea. I did know pigments could be added or mica, etc to make sparkle/ shimmer etc. Ohhh my goodness what fresh hell I was about to create. I’m beside myself- but very thankful I took the time to watch your video last night at work! Saved me! I appreciate you!

@ThePaintedDreamer 2 жыл бұрын

@@jenniferdelp75 oh yikes! Yea that would have taken you down a different road! I do have sort of a beginners tutorial video on the blooms technique to get you more familiar with the different things used, it’s an older video and I was using different mediums at the time but the concept is still the same, it’s video #36 if you haven’t seen it already 🤗

@jenniferdelp75 2 жыл бұрын

@@ThePaintedDreamer thank you! I may check it out tonight!

@mikeywilkens3478 27 күн бұрын

I am a newbie so this is probably a dumb question. Can you use JoSanna as a pouring medium instead of your mixture? Wouldn’t your mixture be much more cost effective? I’m trying to save money where I can but not sure where to go from here. Then I have questions about the paint brands…😊thanks!

@ThePaintedDreamer 6 күн бұрын

I’ve done experiments with other pouring mediums and things that may fit your budget more, check the playlists on my page 😊

@veroniquerotier5834 Жыл бұрын

Bonjour pouvez vous me donner la liste des produits que vous avez montré dans cette vidéo ? Merci

@jpjbutterfly 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Jodie, hope you're doing well! Really hoping you can help me. Wondering if I could use the Glidden with Minwax One Coat as a substitute for the Valspar & Varathane PM mixture. And, if you've tried it. I can't afford the Varathane at the moment, am out of pouring medium, & would like to paint. Please help... Thanks in advance! Jill Jordan

@ThePaintedDreamer 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Jill! 😃👋🏻 You sure can use the Glidden/One Coat instead. I used to use that PM a lot and it makes stellar cells! Just know the Glidden has a bit more titanium in it so you colors and pigments may be a bit softer. The paints dry beautifully but iridescents and pigments dry a bit more subdued. I have a mixing video with this PM #30 and use it in several videos around there 🤗💜

@jpjbutterfly 3 жыл бұрын

@@ThePaintedDreamer You're just the best! I can't thank you enough... really!!! All you ladies you, Tammy, Molly, Erica, and Kanella are all so generous and helpful! I love you all, & I wish you all the very best! Hope everyone has a happy & safe 4th of July!!! Take care! God Bless! ❤️❤️❤️🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸❤️❤️❤️💙💙💙💙

@ThePaintedDreamer 3 жыл бұрын

You’re very welcome Jill, absolutely happy to help. Let me know if you have any other questions 🤗. Have a wonderful 4th of July holiday yourself! 💜💜💜

@mariecaire4198 3 жыл бұрын

You rock! Btw, do you address flocculation in any of your videos? If so, please direct me. Struggling.

@ThePaintedDreamer 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Marie! You know I don’t know that I’ve really talked about the why for flocculation in any videos I’ve really only pointed it out if I had any. Usually the causes for it are either a reaction within the paints (color paints, pillow, base etc.) like something isn’t getting along and it’s trial and error that way but also if you don’t have enough paint on your canvas and keep stretching or spinning it, eventually it will be too much and flocculation will occur that way as well. To remedy that is to make sure you have enough paint on and don’t overstretch or spin. That’s sort of a balancing act there but I always tend to add more paint than less paint on all my pieces to combat that but the flip slide of that is then making sure you take enough paint off so you don’t get any cracking while drying 😕 .. I hope this helps! 💜💜

@mariecaire4198 3 жыл бұрын

@@ThePaintedDreamer Thank you!

@janetcoleman3366 2 жыл бұрын

I'm a little confused. The white mixture you have that you are adding your paint too is that regular house paint along with the poly? I watched what you was adding in the begging of video but I'm really confused as to what they are.

@ThePaintedDreamer 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Janet, so this video is a mixing video of one of the pouring mediums I use in the blooms technique. In the videos that preceded this one I was testing out both the Valspar High gloss and the Valspar semigloss with the Varathane triple thick as pouring mediums. This is me now actually mixing up the pouring mediums as I’ll do that for new ones I experiment with on this channel. Towards the end I always mix up a tube paint, a fluid paint and a pigment with the pouring medium mixed earlier in the video to show how the paints mix up with it. That is what you are seeing at the end, me mixing up the paints with the PM. Hope this helps clarify.

@janetcoleman3366 2 жыл бұрын

@@ThePaintedDreamer Thank you for your quick response. So the valspar high gloss and the valspar semi gloss are house paint? If so my question would be how come when you mix them with your acrilic paint it does not dull the colour? If it's not house paint what is it? Sorry to ask so many questions. Just trying to learn. Love all your paintings.. Beautiful..

@ThePaintedDreamer 2 жыл бұрын

@@janetcoleman3366 Sure! Yes, both the Valspar high gloss and semi gloss are house paints but if you look on the can it’s the base c which is the untinted base and will act very similar to a more traditional pouring medium like Liquitex or golden in that it will carry the colors and dry clear. If you get base A it would pretty much be a can of white paint and something you wouldn’t want to use for your pouring medium mix. You want the base that they use to tint very dark or black colors at the store as that will be the clearest and have the least amount of titanium in it (if at all) so it won’t pale or dull your colors. Typically this base is the last in line like base c here or even base d if that brand goes that low. Some paint brands use numbers instead of letters but it would be the same concept. A base 1 would be white while a base 3 would be untinted. Make sense?

@janetcoleman3366 2 жыл бұрын

@@ThePaintedDreamer Thank you that makes sence now.. Really helpful!

@sheilaroberts6560 2 жыл бұрын

I need help with making cell activator

@ThePaintedDreamer 2 жыл бұрын

Which floetrol are you using? If it’s Australian then just mix it 4:1 floetrol:paint. If it’s US it’s a bit more finicky and I have a couple videos on them. You can mix the US floetrol with Amsterdam paint at a higher ratio 9 or 10:1 floetrol:paint or there’s another recipe with other ingredients including the Minwax prestain conditioner …

@smugoverdose 3 жыл бұрын

I actually seen a guy yesterday getting the same results without even using a pouring medium at all. He was using the pre-mixed artist Loft paints. It's all about the cell activator and paint consistency. I still use PM, just saying it's possible lol.

@ThePaintedDreamer 3 жыл бұрын

Oh my gosh that’s so funny you mention this, I’m literally testing ready pour paints a few different brands behind the scenes to see what comes of it haha! I had someone ask me if they could be used and didn’t know the answer. They have their place but with their consistency being so thin and the paints used definitely for smaller pieces it could be an option. If I get it figured out I’ll definitely bring it forward in a few videos, that’s just so awesome haha! 😃

@smugoverdose 3 жыл бұрын

@@ThePaintedDreamer that's ironic indeed lol!! Wishing you the best on your testing behind the scenes. During "prime days" I got myself a big box of pour-ready Arteza paints (never used that brand but see folks loving it).. so I'll try it out myself. I have every color of the artist Loft pre-mixed, I just haven't tried it yet. I have too much PM made to not use it all up. Lol. Much love and hope you been well. I myself got hooked on tie-dying hahaha. If you've never done it.. it's great!! As is all art. 😊

@ThePaintedDreamer 3 жыл бұрын

@@smugoverdose The Arteza ready pour and the Artist Loft were my favorite, I also tried GenCraft but they reacted weird with my pillow so I'm foregoing those and just testing the first two. The Arteza seems a tad thicker and holds cell structure nice but I notice the paint breaking up around the edges so not sure how will this will do on bigger substrates. The Artist's loft were just beautiful but very thin and the CA sinked fast. I've added gel gloss to these and going to retest but the initial test they dried beautifully with no paint breakup so we'll see. It's been crazy but good around here! I so want to try tie-dying, I had a kit I was eyeing but I need to find the time to do it. Hope you are well and staying cool :)

@smugoverdose 3 жыл бұрын

@@ThePaintedDreamer it's actually been raining in New Orleans for like 2 weeks straight. Every day. But hot in between showers. But yeah as far as the Arteza... if I don't like it with the shelee tech, I'll just use it in some more traditional pouring pieces. I also find artist lost to be really thin, but it's great for swiping! Glad to read you've been trying stuff behind the scenes.. I am always excited to see your next video. But yeah... those kits aren't bad at all. The colors just aren't as vivid. I ended up buying a bunch of fiber reactive dye professional-grade. But some of those homemade kits I would buy two kits and double all the dye (pour all the continents from one kit into the other to make it more concentrated). You ever get into it and want to know any tips or tricks.. I'm here. Enjoy your week!! Thanks for the chat as always!

@ThePaintedDreamer 3 жыл бұрын

Oooh good to know about those kits about the pigment load on the colors. When I finally start experimenting I’ll definitely hit you up with some questions! Have a great week yourself!! 🤗

@nelsonnascimentojunior8855 2 жыл бұрын

Bom dia, mas o branco não interfere nas cores das tintas que receberam o medium? Obrigado, abs

@ThePaintedDreamer 2 жыл бұрын

Bom Moring Nelson, então posso responder bem a qual branco você está se referindo à tinta de base que coloquei primeiro ou ao ativador de célula que coloquei em cima das tintas de cor que se misturam com o meio, ou ambos? 😊

@nelsonnascimentojunior8855 2 жыл бұрын

@@ThePaintedDreamer me refiro à tinta de base, a que chamamos de cama ou travesseiro

@ThePaintedDreamer 2 жыл бұрын

@@nelsonnascimentojunior8855 Ahh ok, eu não tive nenhum problema com a mistura da tinta de base branca com as tintas de cor misturadas com o meio de vazamento. a ideia é que as cores flutuam no topo da base branca ao invés de afundar nelas, o brilho dos ingredientes médios ajudam a mantê-los flutuando no topo e deslizando na superfície. Demorou um pouco de tentativa e erro de minha parte para descobrir o que funciona melhor. Agora, eu tenho bolhas de ar aparecendo, mas isso é diferente do que suas cores realmente afundando na base. Isso faz sentido?

@nelsonnascimentojunior8855 2 жыл бұрын

@@ThePaintedDreamer é uma tinta não tingida, aqui no Brasil temos um tal Fundo preparador de parede, ela depois de aplicada fica transparente talvez seja essa a tal tinta não tingida, quem sabe ? Talvez seja um similar ao Valspar ou ao Glidden. Vou tentar. Obrigado e desculpe pela minha insistência ok, abs Por favor análise e me diga se um desses se aproxima do Valspar ou ao Glidden, grato kzfaq.info/get/bejne/iMmpgKaAub6Rh6M.html

@ThePaintedDreamer 2 жыл бұрын

@@nelsonnascimentojunior8855 Sim, você pode ter que fazer algumas tentativas e erros para encontrar algo que funcione. Eu conheço alguém na Alemanha que usa uma base de tinta para madeira não tingida e funciona bem para eles para verter tinta de base não tingida média. Eu acho que há muito que vai funcionar, é só descobrir que esse é o desafio no início.

@jessicagibson109 2 жыл бұрын

Hello. Do you ever have a discount code for tlp?

@ThePaintedDreamer 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Jessica, the fluid art company doesn’t offer discount codes but if they ever start to, I’ll be sure to have it on this channel 🤗💜🤗

@jessicagibson109 2 жыл бұрын

@@ThePaintedDreamer that’s what I thought. Thank you for taking the time to reply. Keep up the amazing work. I’m not sure what part of Louisiana that you are in but I have been keeping y’all in my prayers and I hope you and your love ones are safe

@ThePaintedDreamer 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely Jessica! I’m actually up in Illinois but Louisiana definitely needs your prayers 🙏🏻💜🙏🏻💜💜

@jessicagibson109 2 жыл бұрын

@@ThePaintedDreamer ok. Sorry I thought you were in Louisiana for some reason. Thx for clarifying. Well at least you know I was thinking about you, must be all your great instruction that I constantly have playing in my brain when I’m painting. Lol

@ThePaintedDreamer 2 жыл бұрын

@@jessicagibson109 No worries at all!! :)

@karencline2645 2 жыл бұрын

Is mica powder the same as pigments?

@ThePaintedDreamer 2 жыл бұрын

Basically, pigments has gotten to be a generic term for all shiny or powdered pigments when in reality pigment is the color that is in any kind of paint whether it is wet or dry (tube, fluid or powder), the mica powder added in is what gives the shine so what we call “pigments” (example - this little piggy pigments) typically has mica in it. Does that make sense?

@karencline2645 2 жыл бұрын

@@ThePaintedDreamer Yes that totally answers my question. Tank you for always answering my questions promptly. You are a great teacher and artist.

@ThePaintedDreamer 2 жыл бұрын

@@karencline2645 You're welcome Karen! :D

@michellebailey86 2 жыл бұрын

@@ThePaintedDreamer what combo is your favorite pouring medium mixture, like wich one do u prefer and like most out of all that you've tested? 😊

@ThePaintedDreamer 2 жыл бұрын

@@michellebailey86 Hehee wellll .. for pigments I’ve gone back to my Dutch boy/jo sonja lately as it’s always been a favorite of mine but only sold here in the Midwest. Budget friendly favorite is Valspar/Varathane but I still love the Infinity/jo sonja too but it can be pricey so all around to use with everything Valspar/Varathane. I’ve been testing the regular Varathane with it lately and it works just as well as the triple thick especially if you’re in a colder climate and your paints thicken up 🤗

@karmeluka 2 жыл бұрын

Hello! Thank's a lot for your videos!! Keep going U are a cool artits! I'm for europe Spain. Can U explain please, what is exacly valspar i know is a tipe of varnish, but not exacly what tipe? Do U know a similar one gloss or semigloss here in Europe. I can buy in amazon Europe only or un any store like leroy merlin. This info is importan for me yo keep going, because primer are very expensive here. Thank's a lot! Big kises!!! 🤗💚🍹😘✨

@ThePaintedDreamer 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Carmella! 🤗👋🏻 You’re very welcome and thank YOU! So the Valspar is actually an untinted base paint (like you get at the store and they tint a paint for you, only it’s the untinted base you want with no color added as you’ll tint it yourself). The Varathane is the varnish and that combined with the untinted base paint makes up your pouring medium for the blooms technique. I don’t know what brands are available in Spain so I’m not much help there but the varnish you want is a water based clear gloss polyurethane varnish. Art varnishes can work also, I use jo sonja clear gloss varnish with other paint bases myself. I’ve seen others use Liquitex gloss varnish, atelier gloss varnish, Vallejo gloss varnish. If it helps I have a beginners tutorial on the blooms technique and explain the different components (video 36), most of the brands in that video are US but you’ll get an idea of what to look for. I hope this helps! 💜

@karmeluka 2 жыл бұрын

@@ThePaintedDreamer 🤩👏🏽 okk, I think i get It. U explain it so good! Thank's a lot for everything! U are so nice i appreciate a lot! I will try yo find other similar products and brands here. And polyuretane varnish i found min wax prestain, which one of this brand is the best? And is this good, for mixing with the primer medium for the colors? And also, for the pillow do u also add polyuretane? Sorry for so many questions! big hug! Thank's!!!!!! 🤗🎨⚡😘⚡

@ThePaintedDreamer 2 жыл бұрын

@@karmeluka The Minwax Prestain Condition is not a varnish it's a prestain before staining wood but this is what you would use in your cell activator if you are using US floetrol as opposed to Australian floetrol. The pillow paint you don't add any polyurethane too, I use mine from the can but some people add a little GAC 800 or US floetrol to thin if it's super thick. Hope this helps :)

@karmeluka 2 жыл бұрын

@@ThePaintedDreamer okk! U are great person, I LOVE U!!! Thanks!!!! So if the pillow is yo think I can add some "Gag 800 or Liquitex" same thing to made it thinner or thicker with the thicker products of te he this two brands.... Right??? And the Minwax IS only for cell activator with US floeterol. Okk! 1000 kisses!!!! :)))

@ThePaintedDreamer 2 жыл бұрын

@@karmeluka I would use the GAC 800 or US floetrol for the pillow if it's too thick, not the Liquitex, it might mess things up a little. The Minwax Prestain Conditioner is in fact just for the cell activator with the US floetrol, you got it ;) have fun!! :D

@berniescree8ions119 3 жыл бұрын

And with folkart or decoart i use mod podge. 2:1 2 oz paint to 1 oz mod podge

@ThePaintedDreamer 3 жыл бұрын

Are you using the mod podge for your pouring medium with folkart and DecoArt only or for all your paints?

@berniescree8ions119 3 жыл бұрын

@@ThePaintedDreamer only for folkart and decoart...ohhh and this weekend while at my daughter in loves, painting with her and the grandkids, mont mart

@ThePaintedDreamer 3 жыл бұрын

@@berniescree8ions119 ahh ok, good to know, thank you for sharing that! ☺️

@evelinalbrink4362 5 ай бұрын

Hallo, du hast ein tolles Video gemacht und ich würde so gern die schwebende Blüte pouren, aber das Valspar und Varthane und den Kleber gibt es nicht in Deutschland, kannst du mir vielleicht andere Hersteller nennen? Viele Grüße Evelin