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Looking for easy painting ideas to transform your bedroom or living room space?
Find theCanvas Painting Ideas for Beginnersand enjoy the creative process.
Got a few canvas boards at home, acrylic colors, or oil paints?
Combine different colors to create a masterpiece of your own.
These easy canvas painting ideas have easy steps to accomplish the end result.
So, dont fear to take the beginners step and paint your next great idea!
As simple or as detailed as it is!
Giant Wall Art
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Painting dogs might seem tricky, something that only professional artists can do.
But, actually, once you get the hang of it, its all in a days work.
Besides, the trick to painting dogs is to get their soulful puppy dog eyes right.
Check out this giant wall art!
Dont worry; its not as daunting a task as it might seem at first.
You just need to plan ahead and buy a large-sized canvas to work on.
you could buy one righthere.
Then, go ahead and pick your paints.
You will also need an overhead projector or an art projector fromhere.
This will come in handy when you want to project your photo to use as a reference.
Thats why it would look perfect in a nursery or your kids room.
It also just offer a great way to start your painting journey.
Its never too early to get them interested in art, right?
This particular sign reads: On a scale of 1 to 10…Urinate!
Go ahead and do a little creative browsing on Google and find something that calls out to you.
The guest bath would be my first stop!
What better way to get started on this art technique than with pretty birds, right?
Trust me; you dont want your birds to look like theyre bleeding!
Shamrock Shiplap Sign
Lucky in Love is a phrase that can be a little cliched.
But when you know, you know, right, and I guess that does make you lucky.
This lucky in love sign is extra lucky because youve got a pretty four-leaf clover, too.
Just grab a sheet of foam fromhereand cut out a four-leaf clover before painting your message.
Also, for this project, you will need a stretched canvas.
Carefully remove the canvas from the frame before you paste the leaf over it.
Dandelion
Painting dandelions on a canvas might be daunting at first.
The trick is to capture the moment when the dandelion seeds float away.
You also need to capture the colors and movements of the fields and skies behind the dandelion.
Practicing your blurring technique might come in handy.
Once youre happy with the painting, its time to hang it up.
This is a truly beautiful work of art that youll have much fun making.
Moon
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Whats the one thing that you never get tired of looking at?
Painting the moon can be a project for all painters of any level of skill.
Next, fill in the moon with a few craters and also use this opportunity to practice your shading.
Home
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Another go-to motif or theme for all levels of painters is a house or home.
But hold up, it doesnt have to be the same old chimney and house painting.
Even a canvas like this, with a bit of 3D effect, can hit the spot.
Go ahead and pick out a canvas and paint the base any way you like.
Next, grab some stencil letters fromhereand paint your letters.
For the letter O, however, youre going to mix it up a little.
Grab your hot-glue gun and stick a few pom poms fromhereto form the letter O.
And there you go, your home canvas is all done!
You donotneed to be a professional painter; you just need some good stencils to work with.
First, figure out the theme and color scheme you want.
Then figure out the size of the canvas.
Finally, browse for the right stencils(lookhere) and buy some paint and brushes, too.
you’re free to also use a sponge or cotton balls to paint over the stencil.
The finish might be a little different, but its a good different.
Feel free to experiment and play around with colors before you paint on the canvas.
Autumn Tree with Cotton Balls
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Dont put away those cotton balls just yet.
Youre going to need them to paint this autumn tree.
you could clamp the cotton ball between the clip and paint that way!
Its also less messy this way!
Here are27 fall crafts for kids of all ages to make.
Watercolor
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More interested in abstract painting?
Watercolors can be pretty great, especially when youre looking to decorate with abstracts.
You will also need a spray bottle with water in it.
you’ve got the option to also practice this particular technique of paint dripping before painting on canvas!
Initials
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Another super easy canvas art idea is to paint your initials onto the canvas.
Its always a go-to when youre looking for something quick and easy.
But just because its quick and easy doesnt mean its sloppy.
What it is, is personal and unique.
Pick up some letter stickers, acrylic paint, a couple of brushes, and a paint palette.
Just remember to lay out some newspapers, too.
Impressionist
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Whats your opinion about impression art, I wonder?
Its not a definitive science, but there is a ton of thought and technique that goes into it.
But the reason I love abstract art on canvas?
Its because you dont need flair, just a good eye for color.
Eggshell Art
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Eggshell art isnt smelly, trust me.
At least not if you clean the shells thoroughly.
So clean your empty shells first and pat them dry with paper towels.
You should also keep plenty of extra paper towels nearbythis is going to get messy!
If youve got kids helping you with this project, then double the stash.
Enjoy the crunch of the shells and the splatter of paint across the canvas!
Grab some yarn or string to get started.
So, lets make the most of it.
Go ahead and grab a can of this gold spray paint.
Lay out plenty of newspapers first and place your sticks on them before spray painting them.
Then, grab a canvas and give it a few base coats of paint.
You will also need plenty of mod podge fromhereand a sealant spray that is suitable for acrylics.
Grab a pencil and draw on paper first before you transfer it to the canvas.
This particular painting can be a great place to start.
Your kids can personalize the canvas and paint with their names.
All you need is a canvas and some vinyl letters to add more depth to your painting.
When youre done, a layer or two of sealant can make a world of difference!
Its got a lovely finish that is sweet but without being out of place in your living space.
This one actually reads I WUV DAD, which only makes it more endearing.
They are easy to recreate and quite lovely to look at.
Theres also a template provided to help you along the way.
Just remember to pick up some acrylic paint fromhereif youre running low.
Minimalist for Beginners
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Sometimes, a little goes a long way.
I mean, isnt that what minimalism is all about?
But minimalism doesnt mean a blank canvas with a few scanty paint splatters.
Its all about understated elegance and pleasing colors that call to you rather than scream out from the canvas.
Its about blending art with color, light, and texture.
So check out this handprint fall treean activity that your kids can take part in!
Fall holds a ton of potential when it comes to color choices and textures.
So make the most of the oranges, reds, yellows, and browns the season has to offer!
Feel free to pick a canvas and paint it black, too, instead of a traditional white.
Are you looking for another handprint craft?
Check out thisDIY bookmark for kids!
Cherry Blossom Tree
Speaking of color and texturing, cherry blossoms can be really fun to paint.
Cherry blossoms also blend pretty well into just about any decor.
For this painting, grab some Q-tips fromhere.
Bundle five to six q-tips and tie them together with a rubber band.
You now have a stamp applicator of sorts to help you with recreating the blossoms.
First, just sketch and subsequently paint the branches and trunk of your tree.
Next, dip the tips into your paint and stamp the blossoms around the tree, as indicated.
This is the sort ofDIY projects you’ve got the option to sell.
A teen can benefit just as much from a fun and creative session of painting.
you might find themhere.
Whale
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I remember a time when I was obsessed with split canvases.
Its when you have one painting thats been painted progressively on multiple canvases.
This gorgeously simple whale painting is pretty and fresh and is split into three frames vertically.
Have you ever noticed how pretty those chips actually are?
The color gradients are quite lovely, arent they?
Its a creative and unique idea for a canvas wall art.
Outdoor Landscape
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Landscape art is a no-brainer for canvas paintings.
Its something that will never really go out of style.
Just frame the canvas and hang it up in your living room!
Mountain
Right behind landscapes, birds, and flowers are mountains.
Grab your brushes and practice your shading techniques first.
If you notice, this pretty canvas painting is bursting with modern colors with traditional snow-capped mountains.
Fork Christmas Tree
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Go ahead and grab a fork.
No, were not going to eatnot yet, anyway.
Instead, grab your fork and get started on painting this Christmas tree.
A fork can replicate the spindly needles of pine trees quite splendidly.
you might rope your kids into this painting project.
Grab a paper plate fromhereand use it as a palette.
Dip the fork into the paint and press it onto the canvas to stamp the pattern on it.
Feel free to grab a paintbrush and paint little ornaments and lights on your tree, as well.
Finally, paint a little brown stump for the trunk of the tree, and youre all done.
But what about using your feet?
Have you considered using your footprint to paint, say, a flower?
Well, if you havent, then its time you did.
Grab another paper plate and spread some paint.
you might either just dip your foot directly onto the plate or use brushes to paint your foot.
Next, press your foot onto the canvas to imprint it.
Finally, grab a brush and finish up your flowers!
Check out more wonderfulflower painting ideas here.
Shooting Star
Shooting stars are my absolute favorite of all heavenly bodies.
They bring luck, and even a single sighting of a lone shooting star can change your life.
Think of this painting as an opportunity to teach your kids about shooting stars.
Grab a pack of chalk colors fromhere.
you could use pastels, as well, to help you decorate the tails.
The chalk finish allows you to blend and smudge the paint.
Hearts
Lets paint hearts: three different ways!
Grab a credit card or any key card and swipe to create that unique swiped effect.
Watercolor Butterfly
When in doubt, always come back to watercolors.
Its one of the most versatile mediums but also super user-friendly and relatively cheap.
Another no-brainer is painting butterflies, right?
It has a ton of potential to experiment and explore new styles and techniques.
It also looks great when framed and mounted upon a wall.
you’re able to also incorporate oil pastels when youre working on the outline of the butterflys wings.
Pick up some black oil pastelshereand get started.
Fingerprint Rainbow
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Rainbows.
We always come back to rainbows, dont we?
And why shouldnt we?
Theres just so much to love about them and so much to play with.
While youre at it, dont forget to draw a little pot at one of the rainbows.
No rainbow is truly complete without a pot of gold at one end, right?
Galaxy Night Sky
Youll be surprised at how easy it actually is to paint a galaxy-themed painting.
It looks complicated and intricate, yes, but the technique is actually really simple and quite splendidly messy.
The first order of business is to figure out the colors you plan to use.
In place of a brush, have a go at use a sponge or even a sponge brush.
Youll find that its super easy to blend colors and textures with sponges!
Flag
Theres something quite wonderfully patriotic about painting flags, isnt there?
So go ahead and grab a bottle or two of mod podge fromhere.
In fact, check out these47 DIY scrap fabric projectsfor more ideas.
Spring Trees
Do you still have any Q-tips leftover from when you painted those cherry blossom trees from earlier?
Well, go ahead and pull them out; youll be needing them again for these trees.
Springtime is when all the flowers are in full bloom and when the leaves are all big and green.
The best way to capture all that on canvas?
Use Q-tips, of course!
Download and print out a template to help you along the way.
double-check you print it out on white cardstock.
Why dont you have a go at capture that other-worldliness on canvas?
It would certainly make for a lovely and thoughtful gift.
Lavender Acrylic
Painting lavender isnt that different from painting cherry blossoms.
Its effectively the same techniqueits only the colors that change.
First, prep your canvas and paint the backdrop.
you’ve got the option to paint multiple layers of fields, grass, and tall stalks first.
Then go ahead and paint lavender buds with cotton swabs Q-tips.
Spooky Tree
When youre painting spooky trees, it all comes to silhouettes and shadows.
Theres a lot to work with if you know what work needs to be done to paint these trees.
So roll up your sleeves and grab a few paper towels.
Cloud
Painting clouds can be so therapeutic.
This painting is an opportunity for you to perfect your Q-tip painting technique.
Youve already painted cherry blossoms and lavender, so with these clouds, youll definitely master the art.
The trick lies in creating the perfect shape for your clouds.
Its got to be fluffy, yes, but not comically so.
Practice and practice will give you this gorgeous canvas painting!
Apple Tree
You probably loved painting with cotton swabs.
Apples and apple trees, for example, need something bigger than q-tips.
So switch them out with cotton swabs.
If you dont want to get your hands messy, then pick up some clothespins fromhere.
you could also usethis canvas padfor a change instead of a traditional canvas.
Check out this set of three snowflake paintings.
If you love to decorate your home seasonally, then youve got to have this lovely set.
Its not your typical square canvas but rather a lovely oval shape.
It also embodies everything winter, from the icy blue backdrop to the big, elegant snowflakes.
you’ve got the option to recreate those snowflakes quite easily with the right kind of stencils.
Here are25 winter craftsfor you to explore this holiday season!
Collage Canvas
Now, look at this fruity piece of art.Orangeyou glad you came across it?
Youd be surprised by the kind of magic that mod podge can weave.
Youll be putting together a collage with mod podge to help you.
It can be a collage of fun memories and creativity wrapped up in one orange peel.
Paste your orange on a backdrop of green like you see here, and thats that.
Well, why not, I ask you?
Its rather a dry and sardonic Halloween decor piece, dont you think?
Take this project outside if the day is particularly fine.
This will also help you control the splatter from the spray paint away from your home and furniture.
Or perhaps youre just in the mood for a simple painting project?
Whatever it is, stenciled flowers and botanicals are a quick-fix solution to any of your decorating problems.
You probably already have stencils, a canvas or two, and paint.
Grab everything, as well as a can of sealant, and start painting this canvas.
Orange Tree
Heres one more fruity and zesty canvas art for you to explore.
Remember what a hit that orange collage was?
Why dont you make a whole tree this time around?
Grab your cotton balls and paint.
Just keep switching out the colors you use with different shades of green.
When its time to paint the orange, give a shot to make a big sumptuous circle!
Animals on Canvas
A little three-dimensional fun with animals, anyone?
I dont know about you, but I do love a good pop-up art show.
What you really want from a painting is for it to pop out of your canvas, right?
Well, this one does, quite literally.
You will need to use a heat knife like the one youll findhereto cut the plastic toys in half.
Then spray paint it, and youre just about done.
Mosaic Turtle
Mosaics have so much to say and a whole entire personality to contribute to any space.
Be it tile and grout mosaic, or fabric mosaic, its just bursting with potential.
Using fabric and scraps, you too can make a lovely turtle wall art on canvas like this one.
You probably have everything you need for this project already.
Just double-check you have plenty of mod podge on hand.
Now, grab your scraps and cut them down to size before sticking them down over the canvas.
Paint Pouring
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In the mood for some free style artwork?
When youre looking for something to decorate your home with, customizing is the way to go.
Grab a canvas that meets your requirements as well as your paints.
While it is a freestyle technique, what you might do is plan your color ahead of time.
That way, youll be able to control the color gradient.
Herringbone Wall Art
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Dont you just love the herringbone pattern?
You usually find it in kitchens as a backsplash or as bathroom tiles.
But how about you recreate it on canvas?
you might use up scrapbook paperor just scraps of paper you already haveand decoupage it over a canvas.
Again, planning is key here.
This particular project calls for strips of approximately 1.5 x 4 each.
I used to have so many posters up in a whole smorgasboard.
The grown-up version involves mounting up your posters on canvas.
Ill admit that this DIY needs a little the skillset of an intermediary.
Birth Stats
There are a surprising number of craft projects that involve your babies.
you’ve got the option to use birth stats to incorporate them onto canvas.
The next step is to squeeze little random spots of paint across the canvas.
Maybe this beach scene painting on canvas can help you at least a little.
Grab a fork, paints, and a palette.
you’re free to also use a paper plate to help you mix the paints.
Once youve mixed the colors, go ahead and dip your fork into it.
Create your tropical palm trees on your canvas.
If you like, youre welcome to practice the strokes on paper before you switch over to canvas.
Sponge Pouncers
After cotton swabs and cotton balls, sponges do a lot to texturize a canvas.
If youre wondering what sponge pouncers are, theyre just the same as sponge brushes.
you could pick them up righthere.
Basketweave Stencil
Did you ever consider recreating a basket weave pattern on canvas?
It makes for a lovely backdrop on canvasno matter how big or small.
This canvas, for example, features a yellow-tone basket weave backdrop thats perfect for your Home.
you’re able to place it atop your mantle and enjoy the light it throws.
Shamrock Clover Painting
Feeling lucky?
Feeling green, golden and glorious?
Then its probably time to transfer those feelings onto canvas.
Check out all those different shades of green on this painting.
Not just green, but that sparkly gold clover in the center just ups the dazzlebfactor of this painting.
Grab a roll of masking tape, and then mix different shades of green.
Stick the tape onto your canvas and go ahead and fill the canvas with all that green!
3D Bat Painting
Remember those 3D pop up animals you worked on earlier?
Well, heres another 3D project that might be exactly what youve been looking for this Halloween.
Its actually even simpler to create than youd expect.
All you’re gonna wanna do is paint your backdrop in the colors you pick.
Reverse Stencil
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Wondering what reversed stencils are?
Then check this out!
That can be a whole project in itself that can help you hone your calligraphy skills.
Thrift Store Painting
Thrift stores are magical, and you cannot convince me otherwise.
You never know what youll find inside the store and thats the beauty of it, right?
Go on a little adventure to find your favorite painting at thrift stores near you.
So grab some vinyl and get started!
