Lok, thank you Mary. Its hard to stand alone and talk about something..lol. sometimes I find myself using hand gestures too..😀

Lol Thank you Gloria. I do have stage fright!! And I feel so silly talking to myself in the kitchen. Lol😀

Lol, thank you Cheryl.

Thanks Carrie, I'm pretty simple. Or frugal and cheap..lol depending how you look at it. Cindy

Hi Barbara, many thanks. This piece was from quite some time ago so I don't have any photos to share now. My pieces generally dry the same as they are wet. I keep most of my paint quite thick to maintain cell structure and any modification lines that I make.. Big apologies for taking such a long time to respond back to you. I have been on grandma duty for the last few weeks. 😀. Cindy

Well Karen we are sisters on the same ride.!. I don't believe that more expensive is necessarily better. I use alot of paints from the dollartree as well as paper products and Chips! Sour cream ones are they best. Cindy

You can do this! I have confidence. Once you get your mixes and consistent correct the rest is just good luck. Consistency is the make it or break it. Start small and work yourself upwards. Bigger is not better, it is what it says it's just bigger. Pick one technique and get comfy with it before moving forward. If you get stuck give me a shout. I'm happy to help if I am able. Cindy

Lol.. I will keep talking of someone is willing to keep listening.

You can definitely do this Sharon. Consistency is a must but all techniques can be learned. We were all newbies at one point. I was so frustrated and angry I put all of my paint to away for over a year. I stamped my head with a giant L for looser and decided fluid art was not for me. Keep pushing forward. You got this. Cindy

Your welcome Roberta. I'm very fond of the bloom type effects also. I prefer swipesnofer blooms but the end result are still cells and lacing. Try swiping with different things also, it makes a big difference. Some tools will work better for you than others. Cindy

Cheers Sheila, we're neighbors. Is the weather kicking the crap out of Alberta as well? Cindy

Lol..I talk Continuously! Some like it others hate it. Many thanks Lisa. Cindy

@@acrylicpouringwithcindyvan9173 Let the hater’s hate! You are down to earth like the rest of us and that is refreshing!! ♥️

Your very welcome. I always feel like I'm babbling..lol Its a frustrating struggle at times, I get it.

Thank you Marcia 😊. If I remember I will try to drop the camera closer when modify. I'm sort of on pause these days with minimal time to myself so my painting is sitting on the back burner...calling me.😀 Cindy

Welcome Debbie, thanks for joining me. It is only paint, I believe that. I have had more than my share of epic failures, wasted paint, ruined clothes and huge disappointments because in can't do it! BUT with the its only paint attitude all these setbacks won't ruin your day and you can do it.. its practice, consistency, and a smidge of good luck helps. 😀 You got this!

Thanks Myriam, I am an open book. I dont think these things should be top secret although I understand that this is a living for some folks. LIfe is expensive and pouring is costly so why not help out if you are able. Cindy

Thank you Donna. Cindy

Thank you Ginger. 😀

Hi Lori, always happy to help! Glad you found some useful info. Cindy

Thank you Christine.. yours isnt supposed to look like someone else's..then it wouldn't be yours. It is only paint, I believe that. I used to get all stressed out because I couldn't do it.. I actually put it all away and stamped a giant Looser sign on my head..lol... months later I dragged it back out and gave it another go.. with a different attitude in place things slowly began to change because now it didnt matter.. Keep reminding yourself its only paint and worse case scenario is you scrape it off and try again.. I get it. You can do this. 😀 Cindy

@@acrylicpouringwithcindyvan9173 thank you so much for your reply. I just did a beautiful pour. At first I was omg frustration and I started playing around. Thanks to you I think it’s the best one I’ve ever done!!!! If you’d like to see it I’m going to post it on Facebook 💜 thanks again facebook.com/sunshinewithbutterflies

@@Crissys.Fluid.Artistry Hi Christine, you did great! Give yourself a pat on the back. I am happy that it worked out for you. I understand the frustration..been there too. 😀

Cheers Minik, thank you.

Absolutely Lynne, well said. Like I said I have many epic failures, many days where it just doesnt work. I've been frustrated and angry BUT it's only paint and I refuse to let it spoil my day😀. We all have out strengths.. I cannot swipe.. tried and tried and I never like it. Thanks for your support, it means alot.

I’m in Vancouver Island. Love BC

Thank you for your kind words Marie. I'm hoping that this video will be helpful to others. I know all about the struggle it is to learn this medium. Thank you again, your feedback is greatly appreciated. 😀

Lol.. I live my life with that same theory. (Often hasn't panned out so well).. lol

Yes well it seems to work with your paintings!

Hi Christi, sorry for such a long delay ..as usual life spiraled out of control. Thank so much for your kind comments. I hope to be back in gear within the next couple days. Keeping im cheap is my style.. where do you buy your Floeteol?

Thank you Heidi for joining. What an awesome attitude you have, its super important to realize that what works for one may not work for someone else. It is a science first.. have fun with it I'm sure you will find what works for you and will be slamming out master pieces. 😀

I like that.. dont let the paint win..lol

Thank you, hope it helps.😀

Cheers Maureen, thanks for joining me! I have only been doing it for the last couple of years but I have learned lots along the way . Its definitely fun and can be equally as frustrating . At the end of the day it is only paint and techniques can be learned... we can all do this. 😀 Cindy

Thanks Mary Ellen, your fruity colors sell better than my earth tones... I like them but not for my house.. lol..

Oh cool, thanks for joining me & big high five to Michelle for suggesting it . My pleasure to pass on top and techniques to others.. it shouldnt be a big secret..lo 🤫

Thanks for joining.. I'm I Victoria. A few other Canadian enthusiasts were just chucking about our accents... do we have an accent? Thanks so much for your compliment, video and talking is not my forte. Lol

Thanks Janice, I need to work in the video stuff. Its really not my thing. It's quite intimidating. Lol.

Thank you for watching.. I'm not a big public speaker that's for sure. You are correct sometimes it looks like I have just gapped out..lol. I am actually thinking!

You are quite welcome, thank you for watching.😉

Thank you for your support. Nice to have someone close by. This social media thing is amazing and I get to chat with fellow paint enthusiasts from all over the world. I have had this channel for a few months but i forfet about it. I have made a promise to myself that I was going to be more proactive on keeping it current. Talking is not my strong suite so it's weird babbling to myself in the kitchen. Lol

Thanks for watching 👀 🙂.

Thank you for joining me in the kitchen Kearie, Im always happy to have new people to chat with.Cindy

Thank you Rena.. I'm glad you found me! Susan King is awesome and very kind for mentioning me. I'm eager to see your work of art, share if you are willing. 😀

Thank you Frankie...I need to push boundaries..lol

Love your art! Was wondering what ratio you use to mix your pre-mixed pm and the paint. Is there also something special you do with any of the metallics? Thanks in advance❤❤❤

@@dafadilly615 Thank you Tanmy. I generally mix my paint and pouring medium at a 1/1 ratio or slightly more(p.m.). I don't do anything to the metallics, just mix them the same way. 😀

Thanks for watching Jeanelle! Hopefully it will help some people along .😀

Do we have an accent?? Lol.. I didnt even say eh once. Lol

@@acrylicpouringwithcindyvan9173 maybe we sound good to other people the way Australian accents sound good to us ! Got your other reply and thanks for the info! I do detailing work with a dotting tool from crafts gone by but they tend to close in again so I'm eager to try your recipe. Thanks.

Lol, I have certainly learned from speaking on this video that we Canadians do have an accent...lol it's quite funny. eh lol thanks so much for watching!😀

Thank you so much for your input. I appreciate it greatly. I'm not much into this whole social media stuff and it's quite overwhelming to me. That's a great suggestion, now I just have to figure out how to go about changing things. 😀

Hi Linda, I have no issues with questions. I'm happy to help out if I can. Thanks for watching and listening to me babble on. 😎 This technique does work on canvas, I have a few earlier pieces on here that are canvas. Its definitely easier on a slippery or firm surface. I have changed the consistency of my base paint lately and I have yet to try on canvas. That is why I am trying to find a workable thinner mix. I would like to do a bigger piece.😀

Hi Chanda..you can by pass the polyurethane.. lately I've been adding approx 25 % of my pouring medium to my base paint and it seems to be holding shape quite well. Cindy. P.S. my recipes are always changing ..😀. ..

Thank you Lori. I'm in Victoria so other than a dreary ferry ride and another 3 hours we are almost neighbors. Lol

Lol. If I ever get over there I’ll take you for coffee!

@@lorirutherford390 that's a deal! 😀

Hmmm, I have no idea but it could be worth a try. If I can find a lazy Susan at the thrift store I may just grab it and give it a try.. it's always fun to experiment.. 😀

I re read that too after I posted it...what a ditz I thought..lol I went and grabbed the cup I mix in.. it was a 16 oz cup.. i filled it approx 1c paint, 1/4 cup pouring medium and approx a tbsp of polyurethane. The polyurethane makes it quite sticky so I add water to thin necessary.

These come from the dollarama store . They are great. 4/per pack.

Its a minwax product Antoinette.. it goes on before wood stain to treat or condition the wood before you would apply stain. For cell mix it helps create cells...

@@acrylicpouringwithcindyvan9173 Thank you so much for responding 💞