Artist Loft Ready Mixed Paint Review - Wreck a Ring Style! / Acrylic Pouring / Fluid Art / Abstract

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Artist Loft Ready Mixed Paint Review - Wreck a Ring Style! / Acrylic Pouring / Fluid Art / Abstract

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4 жыл бұрын

Artist Loft Ready Mixed Paint Review - Wreck a Ring Style! / Acrylic Pouring / Fluid Art / Abstract
I finally got around to trying the ready mixed paints by artist loft. I am going to try the arteza paints next. I like these paints for certain techniques and the finish is absolutely amazing! It really doesnt work for them all, but i am glad i tried them out!
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@nannyree1 4 жыл бұрын

It is so helpful when you do these kind of experiments and share your results. So much information here. Happy painting!!

@MOLLYSARTISTRY 4 жыл бұрын

While I don't think these paints work for every technique and they are costly, I really like how they turned out for this technique! Love the finish too! Have you guys tried them?

@dr.floridamanphd 4 жыл бұрын

MOLLY'S ARTISTRY how would you thicken it up? If it were food you could use some corn starch but I don’t know if that would work with paint.

@MOLLYSARTISTRY 4 жыл бұрын

@@dr.floridamanphd no, they have gel thickeners. I have not tried it, but there are thickening mediums made for acrylic paints

@deneawright3236 4 жыл бұрын

I'm actually using these and I've used them for ring and over the bottom of a bottle pour. I really like them but hard to find.

@ailk2147 Жыл бұрын

Wow this’s one of my favorites 👍🏻👍🏻

@joannecanetti7481 4 жыл бұрын

Personally I love these paints. The colors stay so vibrant. I’ve done a dirty pour, ring pour, other pours and they are so fun. You can also get artist loft silicone to add to this pre mixed paint. I love love love them. A little pricey but worth it. 😊

@cindyellis765 4 жыл бұрын

WOW! Awesome painting

@carrieeasley3995 4 жыл бұрын

I really like this technique! I watched a couple of other artists pour this technique and saying that they learned this from you. So, I searched and found this video. Now I have to try it!

@LauraMe... 4 жыл бұрын

I love how this came out! MixedMediaGirl sent us over to watch you wreck a ring... love what you're doing! Laura m🦋

@MOLLYSARTISTRY 4 жыл бұрын

Aww thank you!

@delorisbledsoe2959 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Molly for doing the experiment on the mixed paints. It does help.

@lorenesutube 4 жыл бұрын

So pretty! I like these paints for some things too. They don’t work well if you try and mix with regular acrylic. Thanks for the video Molly! 🖤

@artwithalison 4 жыл бұрын

Wow, what a difference between your two experiments with these paints! Very impressive how the held their shape when stretched and wow, the finished, dry result is amazing. Gorgeous! 💖💖💖 Thanks so much for sharing 💕💕

@jenniferagrusa3155 4 жыл бұрын

They work great for swipes and dirty cup pours

@mitzmistry3405 4 жыл бұрын

Lovely video and painting😍

@Kathy-Carr 4 жыл бұрын

Very nice! I like it! 💚

@rhondaphillips432 3 ай бұрын

GREAT JOB❤❤❤😊😊😊

@angelarae 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, gorgeous painting as always Molly your color pallets are beautiful. My theory on why the rings stay so well defined is because the paint density in the ready mix is 100% exactly the same for each color. When we as artists are making our own pouring mediums using different paint types and brands (as I do) there is no way to make each mixed color exactly the same viscosity. It is my goal in life to perfect that. I'm testing a new recipe today....fingers crossed.

@MOLLYSARTISTRY 4 жыл бұрын

I think you are right! Hope you test goes well! Let me know!

@alanabowker1363 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, what a gorgeous piece you created.

@delitarnoland 4 жыл бұрын

I like that a lot!

@karlasoraya2175 4 жыл бұрын

The giggle!!🥰 came out very nice. Thanks for the info👍🏻

@francespataran4699 3 жыл бұрын

Loving the colours so talented and full of information inspiration

@mandyrocha1142 4 жыл бұрын

Beautiful! They work great for ring pours. I did a multiple ring pour on a square canvas and it was amazing.

@Tnredneckgrl35 4 жыл бұрын

Love this. Love the black and yellow in it

@staciary1751 4 жыл бұрын

I love it

@dawnvavra5992 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Molly. I find this kind of input really helpful.

@laritalovesmakeup 4 жыл бұрын

I’ve tried these pre mixed paints. The colors stayed very true and dried very shiny. I do like them for certain things. But I’m only a beginner. I did a small colander pour. It was not so good. Love your painting. 💙💜💙💜

@tammybauer8242 4 жыл бұрын

Nice painting! Just got some Arteza pouring paint, excited to see what they do. Thanx for the tester with Artist Loft!

@MOLLYSARTISTRY 4 жыл бұрын

I played with it tonight in neons! I like them, waiting on it to dry

@ramonaklassen9280 4 жыл бұрын

I really enjoy watching you experiment with paints. I was amazed at this one. The colors are awesome. I love it girl.

@MOLLYSARTISTRY 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!♥️

@MonicaTiaMoniArts6973 4 жыл бұрын

Cool. I think i will try them out if I ever paint again. LOL.

@MOLLYSARTISTRY 4 жыл бұрын

Why would you never paint again Monica!

@marsharn53 4 жыл бұрын

Love the end result. Colors are beautiful!!

@megadele65 4 жыл бұрын

I’ve experimented multiple times with these paints. They are too thin straight out of the bottle as you mentioned, but I find if I add a shot of glue to each color, it thickens them up just enough to get a really good result. I’m a big fan! They have a wonderful shine! Your painting is gorgeous btw. If you add about an eighth of a tsp of glue per ounce of paint, You will have more success with multiple techniques. Like you said, if you can get them on sale, they are totally worth it in my opinion.

@angellapoff6136 4 жыл бұрын

❤️this is totally cool,😎 you have inspired me to try the ready mix paint👍😊 thanks Molly🥰

@mikeyoung8126 4 жыл бұрын

Very beautiful great job love it

@cindijennings2285 4 жыл бұрын

Yeah it turned out great!!! I have been using it but it does not play well with other paint and mediums. Probably because of the thin consistency. The best thing about it is the high gloss finish.

@MOLLYSARTISTRY 4 жыл бұрын

Yes I agree!

@yolandavelazquez6012 4 жыл бұрын

This painting looks cool. I’m a beginner and only use the Artist Loft Ready Mixed Pouring Paints and have done a flip cup, tree ring, traveling tree ring mixed with ribbon, a swipe and colander. I think this paint works well. Then again, I’m only a beginner. I have the new Arteza ones. I still haven’t tried them yet. Thanks for sharing. I’m going to try this wreck a ring next.

@alysynwonderland2616 3 жыл бұрын

I loved it the minute it was poured out!! I have had similar problems, my white came out way too thin and separated on the canvas.

@sammyward1511 4 жыл бұрын

Molly that painting is truly beautiful and amazing girl.. Well done! 👏 What a lovely shine too. Great colour combo. I think l should buy this one! Love your work sister!

@MOLLYSARTISTRY 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@EDBailley 4 жыл бұрын

I love it, so beautiful! I call the other one a wrecked calendar pour lol. I like the premixed artists loft paint but they don't work well with ones you mix yourself I found out, but I do like them for other kinds of pours.

@MOLLYSARTISTRY 4 жыл бұрын

Hahah, a wrecked colander pour, perfect!

@micheleyatesabstractart6640 4 жыл бұрын

Both paintings looked great. Even if the colander pour didn’t turn out like you wanted, it still looked good.

@AngelasMixedMediaArtist 4 жыл бұрын

Beautiful love ❤️ love this one gorgeous thx 😊

@MOLLYSARTISTRY 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@shannonobrien9922 4 жыл бұрын

Neato........u could do 10+++ paintings/day and I'd watch every single one- see u next time and stay safe

@MOLLYSARTISTRY 4 жыл бұрын

You are so sweet, thank you!

@WhimsyCreek 4 жыл бұрын

Beautiful pour! I haven't tried those paints yet. They look like they did well for this technique. Fun technique.

@pennykay6381 4 жыл бұрын

Very pretty Molly! You are very talented! 🥰🎨🌹

@marinabelatsimply_arter 4 жыл бұрын

Great presentation Molly!!! The most detailed review I’ve seen so far!

@JoaBea4 4 жыл бұрын

Wow! I love it! It looks great!

@Kreative_Rainbow 4 жыл бұрын

How fun to wreck a ring!!! 🤗😍👏

@laurawalker11 5 ай бұрын

Cool

@lrhardwick 4 жыл бұрын

I have tried these paints on tile and wasn’t crazy about my design so just tried pouring over it when it dried and the paint lifted. So if you like your design it is a really pretty and glossy paint. I just wouldn’t put any kind of finish on top. Your painting is lovely

@carlaincrestwoodky 4 жыл бұрын

Beautiful!!!

@bravehearticus 4 жыл бұрын

Gorgeous

@heatherholdren4490 4 жыл бұрын

LOOOOOOVE this one!!

@Mr1Husband 4 жыл бұрын

So pretty!!

@lisagerald4615 4 жыл бұрын

I have been trying to get some everyday check online out out out gone to Michael ‘s two colors out out of all others . I have tried for months to get at least four colors but no luck ? Has anyone else had this problem??? Molly it is beautiful!!! Can’t wait to see you use arteza’s !! Thanks lisa

@MOLLYSARTISTRY 4 жыл бұрын

People are saying that they may be discontinued!

@lisagerald4615 4 жыл бұрын

MOLLY'S ARTISTRY thanks molly I really appreciate the update may be why can not get some !! Lisa

@janetlamping1017 4 жыл бұрын

I love this!!

@pleasedelete1493 4 жыл бұрын

So beautiful; I love the colors :)

@SIFENCER 4 жыл бұрын

YOUR THE RING POUR MASTER! BOWING DOWN TO YOU! HP

@maxabstractarts9502 4 жыл бұрын

Beautiful! 💙

@ChristinaWelch 4 жыл бұрын

Wreck that ring! Very pretty!

@mariwarnick5710 4 жыл бұрын

VERY PRETTY, Molly!😁

@kimsupstairs733 4 жыл бұрын

Love it! I did a similar pour that looked awesome wet, but cracked badly along the white (which was house paint and US floetrol) when dried. It seems to do well on its own, but doesn’t seem to play well together with other paints.

@MOLLYSARTISTRY 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, depending on the brand and finish, it will dry faster and crack. I normally use it as a base only. I use acrylic paint for the inside of the pours normally

@jaderene 4 жыл бұрын

Please let me know how the Arteza ready to pour paints turn out! Also by the way I loved the outcome of this one amazing job Molly, your really inspiring me to want to do more fluid acrylic paintings!

@MOLLYSARTISTRY 4 жыл бұрын

Ok, I will! Thank you so much!

@jaderene 4 жыл бұрын

Your welcome!

@ravensgate120 4 жыл бұрын

Have you ever used Tempera paint. I just did a flip cup pour and it turned into a globby mess. I finally got it to cover the canvas, I thinned it with water but it seemed like the water did not want to mix with the paint. Probably won"t use it again.

@MOLLYSARTISTRY 4 жыл бұрын

No I havent used tempera, but I think they are washable no? Not made for this type of fluid art, but I'm not sure as i havent used them.

@QueenEdos 4 жыл бұрын

The one you call a disaster, looks like Halloween. Maybe for a spooky hallway. 😊😊

@mariagarciasuarez1779 4 жыл бұрын

Que colores has puesto, para que te salga ese cuadro tan veraniego y fresco? Precioso!!!!

@pamelalee1508 4 жыл бұрын

This is gorgeous !...ghost at the end of the tunnel...you had it wrong side up at the end after drying...turn it around and hang it !!!...🌿🌿🌿

@AceHardy 4 жыл бұрын

Taking notes 📝

@margaretsummers3712 4 жыл бұрын

What if you added some glue all to thicken it up? Could you try that? The rings and color separation look very good.

@MOLLYSARTISTRY 4 жыл бұрын

I dont normally use glue all unless I am working with silicone as it has a tendency to yellow over time. But I might try some golden gel to thicken them.

@MartianPlanetArt 4 жыл бұрын

I tried this premixed paint and it was way thinner than I have been mixing my paints - I was super surprised when I went to tilt and they almost ran off the canvas! Just wish they weren’t $14.99 per color.. it’s hard to purchase 4-6 colors..

@MOLLYSARTISTRY 4 жыл бұрын

Yes I agree. I am trying out arteza next and while they are also expensive, there are a lot of colors to chose from in the box.

@jo-annlegault1079 4 жыл бұрын

I wouldn’t use premix for other pours, but I love them for ring pours however.

@almostpainful8173 4 жыл бұрын

That is beautiful! You could really pull the color palette to decorate a room.

@jeannecain9541 4 жыл бұрын

Guess I prefer to mix my own! But what did you say was the problem when the white base coat seems after sitting a few minutes starts to “ swallow “ the colored paints and the design is basically lost ?!?

@MOLLYSARTISTRY 4 жыл бұрын

That normally occurs when my white paint is too thin

@peacefulheart1315 4 жыл бұрын

Molly very beautiful painting. Where do I buy ready mix colors? I looked on Amazon under ready mix loft and not sure which one to get. Thank you for your time . 🙏🏻

@MOLLYSARTISTRY 4 жыл бұрын

People are saying that they have been discontinued! I just tested arteza but the dont dry as vibrant

@donnamoore1648 3 жыл бұрын

I bought these Ready Mixed paints to start off with. Haven't started because I've hurt myself so. . .

@dr.floridamanphd 4 жыл бұрын

Getting *wrecked* today! Woohoo!

@EDBailley 4 жыл бұрын

I got a awesome idea from Mixed Media Girl, she just did a slap pour for when your just having one of those days lol. She poured some paint on the canvass and slapped it lol, it looks awesome! I love it.

@MOLLYSARTISTRY 4 жыл бұрын

I saw that, it looked fun!

@evelynscoloringart8123 4 жыл бұрын

Molly have you tried for a Dutch poor? I was thinking of getting these for a Dutch poor.. but was unsure

@lorenesutube 4 жыл бұрын

Evelyn Robinson I have, it came out gorgeous.

@MOLLYSARTISTRY 4 жыл бұрын

I havent yet, but it's on my list!

@lisa-linb4190 4 жыл бұрын

I have and donated the Painting to non-profit fund raiser. I used it straight from the bottle.

@evelynscoloringart8123 4 жыл бұрын

@@lorenesutube Thank you... I've never poured before, but I so want to try...

@pamgillum720 4 жыл бұрын

Question since I just started doing pours and I have a couple I was not happy with after drying, how do you prep them to use canvas again. Would it be advisable to cover with Gesso let dry and paint over? I scraped a couple of the very first ones I did and just repainted them then but not sure what to do with the dry ones. BTW. I love your wreck a ring pours.

@MOLLYSARTISTRY 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, you can cover with gesso and sand down. I have also just painted over previous pours, but if there is glue at all in your mixture it has a tendency to crack in my experience.

@pamgillum720 4 жыл бұрын

MOLLY'S ARTISTRY thank you

@lisa-linb4190 4 жыл бұрын

Tried these and really trying to decide. I've tried colander pours, and so-so. One looked similar to yours in this video. Tried their pouring medium and wasn't too impressed.

@scottbrockey117 4 жыл бұрын

Is there a general rule of thumb of how much paint is needed for so many square inches of canvas?

@MOLLYSARTISTRY 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, everyone has their own calculations by experience. If you Google there is a good calculator from smart art materials.

@mrmr504 4 жыл бұрын

Very beautiful, thank you💖

@wilhat 4 жыл бұрын

They both look ok the second ones just different that’s all

@fairieangel78 4 жыл бұрын

I like it 🥰 new subbie recommendation from MMG 😍

@gloriasgallery820 4 жыл бұрын

I like it. Getting my supplies together to start after the first of the year! Won’t need to varnish, would you?

@MOLLYSARTISTRY 4 жыл бұрын

I still varnish because it offers UV protection

@gloriasgallery820 4 жыл бұрын

MOLLY'S ARTISTRY Thank you, Molly!

@jro9365 4 жыл бұрын

I like pre mixed only for when im in a hurry and dont have tome for a lot of mixing , and would only buy these on sale bit i really do like how they worked for your wreck a ring & we'll just pretend the colander pour never happened. Lol. I just wonder if adding a gel medium or some other thickener might alter the way they work altogether. ?? Do you think they would work for a dutch or would they need to be thinned ?? I saw gina deluca try them in a ring pour a while back and she didn't care for them at all but i thought it was great how & they held the rings really well for her also so im not sure what she didn't like about them. Lol. Definitely a very nice shiney finish !!! Thanks for sharing & Hap-py painting !!!! Hahaha. 😘😘😘😘😘😘

@krismoran5296 4 жыл бұрын

I want to get some of these paints, but they're $20 a bottle here in Canada. And right now I need to replenish some of my other paints first.

@boykaboeva8105 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Molly, you are awesome as an artist and as a person. Thank you for all tutorials and for all your advice . Even the way you let the paint dry in the cups so you could pull it with fingers. And many more. I just watched this tutorial and I love it, of course! And looking how you move the canvas I was wondering how You don’t get all this crooked lines. I hate this kind of lines but when I move the canvas I get them. Is there any secret?

@MOLLYSARTISTRY 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I tilt the canvas on a circular axis plane. It's all about tilting to not get the lines all wonky. And a thicker consistency paint helps.

@boykaboeva8105 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Molly! Best wishes 🥰

@mericashammond8901 4 жыл бұрын

Omg! So fummy! I see a grumpy face 😹

@Kathy-Carr 4 жыл бұрын

Can you mix the ready mix paint with paint that you mix yourself? I LOVE this technique!

@MOLLYSARTISTRY 4 жыл бұрын

I don't normally, I have found they break and crack of I do that

@truthsayer6329 3 ай бұрын

What are the colors that you used for this piece and the order of them that you put in the cup?

@highendpouringwithtriciafl7602 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Molly, Great pour for those premixed paints your ring pour is incredible, however your right the colander pour Yikes 😐

@MOLLYSARTISTRY 4 жыл бұрын

Hahaha, I know right? That colander pour was scary. 😂

@jsheree6121 4 жыл бұрын

Can you please do a Dutch pour with these paints? This is beautiful. I just love Dutch pours and would like to start trying some of my own and want to know if these work for it.

@MOLLYSARTISTRY 4 жыл бұрын

I will!

@susangrasman4869 4 жыл бұрын

i love this one, and love the colors. How can I guy it?

@susangrasman4869 4 жыл бұрын

I meant to say, how can I BUY it?

@MOLLYSARTISTRY 4 жыл бұрын

Lol! Yes, this is already sold. I have a few others not on etsy. You can always check out my etsy link for my art or email me at info@mollys-artistry.com www.etsy.com/shop/mollysartistry

@Lexielouwho 4 жыл бұрын

Hey Molly have you tried their pouring medium? I love the finish on these ready to pour paints but not it's consistency or limited color choice so I'm wondering if their pouring medium will leave your painting just as glossy. I'd love to see you demo their pouring medium. It also says to use 1 part paint to 5 parts pouring medium which seems to stretch your paint. Crazy huh

@MOLLYSARTISTRY 4 жыл бұрын

No I havent! I will definitely try though, thank you!

@bossladyArts 4 жыл бұрын

What are those little stands you use to set painting on? And where to get them? Painting pyramids are not doing it..

@bossladyArts 4 жыл бұрын

Are they furniture stands?

@pammieann5515 4 жыл бұрын

Amazing wreck a ring!! Gorgeous finish!! I have to know where you get those little stool things you're using under your paintings!! Please :)

@MOLLYSARTISTRY 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! They are sprinkler helmets from home depot!

@pammieann5515 4 жыл бұрын

Ohhh! Thank you! I kept trying to figure it out, so I could buy some! But was saying to myself, hell I don't even know what to Google! Lol Thank you!! You do beautiful work!!

@monamcculley219 4 жыл бұрын

Love the shine on it when it dried

@WeatherMoon 4 жыл бұрын

colander pour is a Halloween mayhem 😁

@patriciagraham4771 4 жыл бұрын

Does it work for the Dutch pours?

@MOLLYSARTISTRY 4 жыл бұрын

I'm testing that or this week

@patriciagraham4771 4 жыл бұрын

@@MOLLYSARTISTRY I will be watching for it. Thank you for your videos.

@shannynstrebe9030 4 жыл бұрын

I’ve tried a few of these paints and agree, they’re really thin. The white broke my other paints and created huge cells... not in a good way. The silver was amazing. I was able to use it with my other mixed paints (liquitex, artist’s loft acrylics mixed with glue and water or fluetrol) and got great results. Love your channel. I’ve learned a bunch. Thank you!! I’d love to share some of my techniques if you’re interested ;) My paintings are on Instagram- WhatGoesOn.SanDiego

@lechatbotte. 4 жыл бұрын

Ahhggg you wrecked it lol. I’m still trying to decide about wrecking it. Don’t they sell pouring medium you can add? I have to change my consistencies with different types of pours.

@MOLLYSARTISTRY 4 жыл бұрын

They do, I looked at it in store, but didnt grab any. I have to change mine as well!

@debbiewalls245 4 жыл бұрын

So what are you going to do with the one you don’t like. I have several. Tried sanding but that takes forever. Then put a white primer and tried again. Having a hard time with it. Any thoughts?

@MOLLYSARTISTRY 4 жыл бұрын

You can soak them and scrape them or gesso over and sand down to reuse. If there is glue in the mixture I have found they crack more often.