I’m sharing a collection of easy acrylic painting ideas on canvas for beginners. Below you’ll find a collection of sunset paintings, flower paintings, mini canvas paintings, and more.
Acrylic paint is a versatile medium that can be used to create beautiful paintings on canvas. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced artist, acrylic paints provide excellent coverage and vibrant colors that allow your creativity to shine through.
These paintings will inspire you to create your own beautiful canvas painting.
1. Sunset with Moon
Sunset paintings are great beginner paintings. To learn how to paint your own sunset, check out the YouTube video tutorial Acrylic Painting Tutorial – Ocean Sunset.
2. Acrylic Bee Painting
I’m a big fan of the bumblebee, so this acrylic painting really caught my eye. The artist did a great job with the painting and the color palette is perfect.
3. Sunburst
Let the sunshine in with a fun sun painting. You can achieve this look by using Dazzling Metallics paint in gold. Modern Tropical is the artist of this painting.
4. Easy Flowers
I love the simplicity of this sunflower and bee painting. This is the perfect beginner’s painting. The orange, yellow, and green colors go together perfectly.
5. Campfire at Night
I love how cool the triangle canvas makes this painting look. Using different shaped canvas is perfect for giving your painting as a gift.
Benefits of Using Acrylic Paints Part One
Wide range of color options – Acrylic paints come in a wide range of colors, including bright hues and subtle shades, so you can easily find the perfect colors for your project.
Easy to use – Unlike other types of paint, acrylic paint is easy to apply and does not require any special techniques or skills. This makes it ideal for beginners who want to explore their creativity without worrying about complicated painting techniques.
6. Floral Acrylic Painting
A flower painting like this would make a great gift for a loved on. Especially for holidays like Mother’s Day. This would also make a great spring seasonal art piece.
7. Colorful Sun
This painting is so simple and beautiful. I would love to paint something similar using pastel colors. I think that pinks and purples would look beautiful. This sun retro painting was created by Nadja.
8. Yellow Sakura
I’m loving the yellow and purple color palette used for this canvas painting. The texture on the leaves and moon really make this painting stand out.
9. Woman and Florals
If you’re an adventurous beginner, this could be a challenging and fun project to try. Make your women look different than the one shown here, to give the painting your own personal touch.
10. Rainforest
You can achieve a professional look as a beginner with a design like this. I love the color palette used for this painting.
11. Mini Canvas Painting
Mini canvases are so fun to create. They make a great addition to your home decor. I love this painting of clouds and a purple night sky.
Benefits of Using Acrylic Paints Part Two
Durable – Paintings done using acrylic paint are extremely durable and will last for many years. This makes them ideal for use in outdoor settings (rock painting for example, as they can withstand the elements.
Affordable – Compared to other types of paints, acrylic paint is relatively affordable, making it a great choice for those on a budget. Whether you are painting a large canvas or just doing some small projects around the house, you can get excellent results using acrylic paint without breaking the bank.
If you are looking for an easy-to-use paint that produces vibrant colors and is perfect for both beginners and experienced artists alike, then acrylic paint is the right choice for you.
12. Small Circular Canvas
If you want to create something unique, consider using a mini circular canvas. You can achieve a gold shimmer appearance by using Dazzling Metallics paint in gold.
13. Snake Plant
If you’re looking for a plant painting reference, I love this abstract agave plant canvas by Flow Line.
14. Heart Canvas Board
This heart canvas board helps you create a cute and unique canvas painting. Paint your night sky using your choice of colors.
15. Snowy Canvas
During the winter season, cozy up with a hot drink, and your favorite painting tools, and be inspired by this lovely winter scene.
16. Mountain Landscape
If you enjoy painting landscapes, this canvas painting is a great reference for beginners.
17. Rainbow Cat
A cat painting would make a great gift for the cat lover in your life. This painting was created by I Love Doodle.
Advice for Painting on Canvas Part One
If you’re new to painting on canvas and want to try your hand at acrylic paints, there are a few tips that can help you get the best results, such as keeping the fabric, texture, and priming (you can buy a primed canvas) in mind.
Each of these things will have an effect on the quality of the canvas and what kind of painting is best for the chosen canvas.
18. Purple Sunset
If you like this painting but want to switch things up, you can change the colors to suit your personal taste. You can find the mini canvas and easel on Amazon.
19. Love Birds
This is the perfect easy painting for beginners. I actually did something similar to this following the YouTube tutorial How To Paint An Easy Acrylic Painting For Beginners.
20. Sunflowers and Lady Bug
If you’re looking for a beautiful housewarming gift, consider a handmade painting. This sunflower painting can be purchased from the artist dreamerpaints.
21. She is Fierce
Show off your painting skills with this She is Fierce canvas painting reference. You can make this your own by drawing the woman differently, using different colors, etc.
22. Beach Waves
Here’s a cool painting of the ocean with waves. This painting is a part of a series. Check out the artist to see more seaside paintings.
Advice for Painting on Canvas Part Two
Next, take the time to practice your technique by trying out some smaller projects before moving on to larger canvases. And finally, always be sure to protect your work with a layer of varnish once it’s finished to preserve the colors and keep them looking vibrant over time.
With these simple tips in mind, you’ll be able to create amazing paintings with acrylic paint in no time.
23. Pink Trees
If you’ve never painted on mini on canvas, you should definitely give it a try. It’s so fun looking at the finished product. This painting was painted by Art by Asta.
24. Flower Painting
A painting of this size would look great hanging on a wall in your home. This particular art piece was painted by Boondocks Painting.
25. Orca Whale
If you love painting things that live in the sea, I think you’ll love using this Orca whale painting for inspiration.
26. Colorful Hearts
I love how this simple idea came together perfectly. Add a pop of color to your living space with this painting by Pink Wisteria Designs.
27. Wildflowers
I’m loving the purple theme used for this floral painting. I also love the circular artboard.
Additional Painting Ideas:
- Paint a coffee mug
- Paint a still life composition
- Paint a landscape
- Paint a portrait
- Paint an animal or pet portrait
- Paint a cityscape
- Paint a seascape
- Paint flowers
- Paint a landscape at sunset
- Paint an interior scene
- Paint houses or condos
- Paint a barn
- Paint a rural scene
- Paint a self-portrait
There are endless possibilities when it comes to painting with acrylics, so don’t be afraid to experiment and try out new techniques. And who knows, if you’re new to painting, you may just discover your new favorite hobby in the process.
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