When should you use an acrylic pour base coat?

The acrylic pour base coat has many different uses. In this video we explore how using a base coat for acrylic pouring can alter the look of a straight pour or treering pour and allow you to keep more of your inital pour design without tilting as much off the canvas.
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[@LeftBrainedArtist]

What is your favorite color to use as a base coat?

[@anjalimanohar]

White and black.

[@tracytruhlarik9611]

Black

[@ellensArt]

Waiting to start. Artist for dirty some yrs... Fear here

[@PourBethany]

White, unless I'm using analogous colors - then I use a complimentary color that falls in the middle so when the paint rolls over the top the base pops through

[@vanessamoyes6243]

I like any shade of grey mainly

[@gamebuggy1]

I watch a lot of paint pouring videos but I always come back to yours for practical information that’s hard to find anywhere else. You are an excellent teacher and you almost anticipate the questions us newbies are about to ask ! Thanks for sharing your knowledge and your curiosity about how things work in this world. Have a wonderful holiday!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Wow, thank you! I appreciate that.

[@lpmama1196]

Ditto!

[@lucyc]

Here's what I need to learn: How to stop tilting my tablet in keeping with you tilting the canvases when I watch your videos. 🤪

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Lol. I find myself doing that with my phone too. . . . great minds Meg.

[@LoneWolf-sh1ph]

I like how you tell us the tricks to the trade, not many people do, its like a big secret...I also like how you have answered everybody's comments on here.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

I am not sure why a lot of people do that but I'm in the business of instructing and adding value. It's the best win-win for me an for the viewer. I also do try to answer everyone's initial comments but I don't always make it to the replies.

[@2123Judith]

@@LeftBrainedArtist I think you clarify so clearly for all of us

[@2123Judith]

So would you dss add y you only need base
Like for blossoms?

[@ms.o1296]

As a teacher, I love your motto: "Let's learning together". Love it! Love the channel .

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Thanks Nicole. I blame my mother (30 years of teaching school).

[@janetkeen8280]

I'm brand new to Pouring. You really simplified the basics, much appreciated.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

You are very welcome Janet. Glad it helped and I am glad we have another pouring addict. 😅😉

[@bluesama7]

Thanks for your efforts in communicating the smallest details, we are learning the good thing from you 🌹👏

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

So nice of you Sama. I am glad it is helpful.

[@oguislacasa2253]

THANKS, DAVID, I UNDERSTAD EVERYTHING YOU EXPLAIN BECAUSE YOU DO IT SO BEAUTIFULLY, ENDEED, THANKS A LOT 🙏🙏🙏, DAVID. GREETINGS AND BLESSINGS FROM 🇲🇩.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

You're very welcome! Thanks Oguis.

[@wendyroe5154]

Thanks David! I'm learning so much from your channel. 😃

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Awesome, Wendy. Glad to hear it.

[@LorraineTapper]

I love your videos. I am learning a lot from watching them.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Awesome, thank you Lorraine.

[@tripleg1776]

I have not tried a ring pour yet. Now I know why when I see videos of ring pours I always think, they just lost the pretty part. Great video!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Sometimes tilting it off is fine but sometimes you just want to keep everything.

[@karendurham2080]

The painting with the base coat ended up more vibrant.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Yeah, some of the base coat does end up making its way to the surface (or just below the surface) adding to the depth of the painting. That doesn't always happen depending on the relative weight of the paint but in this case it definitely did.

[@clasinajordaan4995]

You're an excellent teacher!!! I always use a basecoat as I feel the colurs stay brighter and I don't lose pieces of the painting as I do without! Thank you so much for all your tutorials 💗 💓 💖

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

You are more than welcome Clasina. Glad to be of service.

[@MS-is5ni]

Thank you that makes a lot of sense. U explain so clearly. Much appreciated x

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

You are very welcome M S.

[@jungefrau]

Love love love all the info I get from your channel.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@marthafontaine9797]

Thank you. As usual, simple easy to comprehend explanations.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Glad it was helpful Martha.

[@novallasuter8197]

Again you are a really great teacher. Thank you!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

😍

[@noemisartcorner841]

This was very informative thank you. They both turned lovely.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Thanks so much Noemi.

[@cathymack6961]

Great teacher ! Thanks for sharing with us ! ❤️

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Glad you enjoyed it Cathy.

[@waukonstandard]

You are awesome! I adore your tutorials!!! Thank you!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Thanks Laurie. Glad to be of service.

[@JH-xz3gw]

love what you're bringing to the art

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Thanks J H. I really appreciate that.

[@99Marna]

I like the colors and watching this - of course it makes sense. Thank you!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

So glad Marna. Happy Sunday!

[@donnagregg9143]

Thanks David! I love your tutorials 😁

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Happy to hear that Donna.

[@kathyg5613]

Another A+++++ informative video. Thank you for all the detailed information. You are the best!!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Thank you so much Kathy. Glad that these videos help other people too.

[@ellenasjes8237]

Thank you for this gorgeous tutorial!! 👍

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

You are so welcome Ellen.

[@carolstedman6631]

It is so helpful to see the comparisons. Thank you for doing that

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

No problem Carol 😊 I always wondered too so why not do a video about it?

[@bertcoysman8253]

I agree with others.. your 1 of the best regarding of sharing your skills and insight for free. Others would lets us pay for course. I hope i dont give u ideas now lol. Thx much appreciated

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

I'll continue to share for free on my CZcams channel. There might be an accelerated learning or community in my future but the CZcams channel will continue on regardless.

[@marceyvogt2007]

They are beautiful. Thanks for demonstrating the difference.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Thanks for commenting Marcey. I did end up really liking how these dried too.

[@hawkpaul8735]

I think those colours go together really well. Another great video, thank you.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

As always Hawk. TYVM.

[@rlukasr]

Another great demonstration

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Thanks again Lukas.

[@stephanieworrell3638]

A very clear demontration. Thank you.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

As always Stephanie, you are very welcome. Happy pouring.

[@pamelafaulkner3903]

This was so helpful. Thank U David

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

So glad Pamela. Thanks for watching.

[@libbylynch5554]

Wonderful information!! Thank you!! 👍👍

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Glad it was helpful Libby.

[@charideleon6758]

Thank you for explaining base coats. Very helpful.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

You are most welcome Chari.

[@LoriLClark]

I like the one on the right best, with the base coat. Thank you for the explanation!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Glad to be of service Lori.

[@dorothyjkalthoff1176]

I learned quite a bit by this video, thank you so much.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Excellent news Dorothy.

[@renethornton6941]

Thank you so much! I did not know this, and your explanation is so clear again thank you!😊

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

You're very welcome Rene.

[@mmcnatt]

I’ve been wondering about base coats for a while so thanks for this video. Also, just want to say that I love ur vids. I’m also not a creative person but came to pouring just as you described. Getting tips from you often feels like you were in the room with me watching my learning processes. Now I get why. I appreciate your vids a great deal and learn a lot from you. Thanks!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

I really appreciate that Melissa! Pouring was hard for me at first until I started really testing to figure out why things do what they do. Then it really started clicking for me.

[@latiatowlai8848]

Thank you for explaining it so clearly for me to understand 😄

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Happy to help Latia.

[@jennt688]

Yes! I agree with the other person's comment! I have learned much! Thank you so much for doing this! And for all the experiments that you do! I appreciate it very much! 💙💗💜💚❤💛

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Awesome! Thank you Jenn.

[@cecilialindkvist9761]

Woohoo! Great tutorial 🌞

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Thanks so much Cecilia.

[@gailsaraceno5858]

You are the absolute best!!!!!..yes, I have binged watch many videos. I have learned so much from you. You are fantastic! I can’t thank you enough….

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Always glad to help my friends Gail. Have you started pouring already?

[@hollykeller1545]

I’m doing a quick research of base coats. This was helpful.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Glad to help. Did you have any other questions?

[@musemer]

Your videos help so much, thank you!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

I'm so glad Meredith.

[@applesierra23]

Thank you! This is awesome to know now. 🙋🏼‍♀️

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

You are so welcome Angela.

[@joycarles8271]

Love the one with the basecoat love the more contrasting colors

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

It is crazy how that little thing gave me such a different end result for sure Joy.

[@roslynhamilton2515]

Thank you so so much for explaining all this I really appreciate this ❤️👍 Australia xx

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

My pleasure Roslyn. Glad to help.

[@yvonnepalmer9912]

Wow! Thank you so much for this great info. I am a new at this, and your lessons are really helping me to understand the benefits of the base coat. You are a wonderful Teacher. Thank you so much. Blessings!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

You are so welcome Yvonne.

[@mariegilbert5670]

such great info...thanks so much for explaining every step...

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

You are so welcome Marie.

[@bevwiseman6914]

Brilliantly explained, thank you!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

You're very welcome Bev.

[@Sanctuary1952]

I haven't yet started a paint pouring project... ( I will!!...I will!!!! ..I promise. lol ) but I have spent many days watching lots of videos and yours in particular.
You are an awesome teacher and I am learning so much...of course..I need to start pouring to really learn!!
Many thanks for your videos and your sharing of your experiences...much appreciated. David

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

You can do it my friend. If I can, literally anyone can. 8)

[@lgprivate1249]

I love this channel. I always ask myself these left-brained questions. Thank you for doing the experiments for us. It is really appreciated.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Glad you enjoy it.

[@michelleklass4011]

I love watching your Chanel you are so informative. I really appreciate you and your art!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Thank you so much Michelle. Glad to help.

[@maryscorpio9437]

I love learning from you, you break it down so easily and make it understandable. Thank you so much I was waiting so much money and couldn't figure out what I was doing wrong on everything I was trying.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

This is music to my ears. Acrylic pouring should be fun and exciting without the stress and disappointment. I am so glad this is helping you Mary.

[@terrywilson7030]

Thanks again for your video. Always informative
.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

My pleasure Terry. Glad to help.

[@barbarasorrells8474]

Thank you for helping me understand what is going on with the paint. You are giving me extremely valuable information and I deeply appreciate it.❤❤❤

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

It really is a pleasure to help Barbara.

[@carolwatts944]

David, I ALWAYS learn something new in your videos. Thanx soooo much for your tireless efforts to help us improve in our art. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

My pleasure Carol. Good luck. Pouring is amazing.

[@apocketfullofsunshine6060]

Sooooo very helpful!! Thanks so much! 😊

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

So glad to help. Hit me up if you have any more questions.

[@suzanajo4326]

Thank you so much for teaching us what others claim that they have to keep for themselves.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Yeah, I don't understand that either.

[@ginaborkowski3077]

Very helpful! Explains why I’m having problems! Thank you.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

I hope you are more successful next time Gina.

[@veronicabennett2777]

Love those colors btw

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Thank Veronica.

[@robertdoss3399]

love your experiments! thank you

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

You are very welcome Robert.

[@farukshinakt]

Thank you for your videos! I learnt so much from you

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

You are so welcome! Glad to help Katerina.

[@shellebelly69]

So educational love ur videos

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Thanks Shelle. Hope they continue to be helpful.

[@NiloCB]

I like your clean teaching style. 👍

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Thank you Nillo. I really appreciate that.

[@kathleenmarie4336]

Makes sense, thank you, very helpful.😊

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

So glad it helped Kathy.

[@PatsMindCircles]

Learned a lot made things very clear thanks

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Great to hear Patricia!

[@jackiefernandez8080]

Very cool and informative. Seriously.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Much appreciated Jackie. Hope it helped.

[@dalebrown4595]

I am new to pour painting and have watched many videos and your instructions are so clear and simple to understand! Thank you

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Thanks so much Dale. I'm a simple guy so for me to understand myself I need to break stuff down in to simple parts. 😊

[@amina245]

Great vedio from a great teacher 👏. Thanks for sharing your knowledge

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

So nice of you Amina. Thanks!

[@katrinahanko1638]

Ty! I’ve been wondering this the last couple weeks.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

You are so welcome Katrina.

[@margelamastra3883]

Eight months ago I gave painting a go. I love it! There's so much to learn that's part of the fun. Thank you for this information and helping me learn how to pour paint. I enjoy your videos.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

You are so welcome Marge.

[@catherinehunter1078]

Thank you so much for your very helpful video!!!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

You are more than welcome Catherine.

[@barbaralotter1095]

Thanķs for sharing. Very informative.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

So nice of you Barbara. I hope it helps you.

[@amandadowell3191]

Thanks that was very helpful!! I was always curious about that now questions answered😎

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Glad to hear it Amanda. Let me know if you have any more questions.

[@trish1anne]

Very informative. Thanks from Canada.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Thanks for watching Trish.

[@joyellis3354]

Fabulous tutorial thankyou have learnt a lot you are very generous

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Thank you so much 😊 Joy. This is how I learn best so it's a win-win for everyone.

[@nancyballard2133]

Very informative. Thank you🤗

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Glad it was helpful Nancy.

[@pouringvibes3495]

So interesting and entertaining, as usual!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Glad you thought so pouring vibes.

[@wtfhey]

Thanks for the excellent info. I like the way you teach. Very easy to understand and duplicate....

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

You're very welcome Tanya.

[@pamelaleehendon7381]

Thank you. I've been wondering about a base coat

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

You are welcome Pamela. Let me know if you have other questions.

[@auroralacasa3197]

THANK YOU, DAVID, IT WAS A WONDERFUL EXPLANATION, BOTH WORKS TURNED OUT REALLY NICE. 👏👍🤗 GREETINGS AND BLESSINGS FROM 🇲🇽.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Gracias amiga!

[@needasanecountry6815]

Th. I'm learning do much from you about technique and then why. Why is always exciting way to learn for me

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Why is my kicker. If I don't figure out it it sticks in my head like a catchy song and annoys me forever.

[@lizbethliss101]

Very useful, Thank you!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

You're welcome Liz.

[@RoseMCreations]

Great demonstration!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Thanks Rose. I am glad you like it.

[@fnas2010]

Thank you very much for this demo. And I must say these colors actually look quite nice together! I often tend to overthink on the color combinations. This has inspired me to loosen up a little ;) thank you once again.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

The colors is the part I struggle with the most so don't feel too bad.

[@evie6183]

Well explained...thank you so much! ♥

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Glad it was helpful Evie.

[@funinthekitchen844]

I'm new at pouring, and thank you SO much for this video, it's just what I needed.
Greetings from a subscriber from Denmark 🤗❤️

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

You are so welcome!

[@johnmchale6667]

Great info,thanks.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Glad it was helpful John.

[@crystaln6988]

theyre both cool looking.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Thanks Crystal. I love it when demo paintings still come out nice.

[@melissabassett418]

I am new and have not tried this yet, but am fascinated with this type of art. Your videos are very easy to follow and to understand. I can’t wait to get started😎

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Thank you very much Melissa. You really do need to get started. You learn so much more by doing! Plus there is no other feeling like creating something you really love.

[@waltermiller4071]

You nailed this experiment!💯
I just got the fix to a lot of my sadness in losing some amazing pours that I had no choice but to tilt them off.. thanks for the info and demonstrations! Teaching me what I needed to know! Great job David.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Hopefully this helps next time Walter. Thanks for watching.

[@proximityfpv1722]

Oh that's funny I was thanking you for this logical approach and subbed before I looked at your name. I'm in IT and build/fly FPV drones, but I've been feeling creative and been doing DIY stuff. Thanks for making it easier to jump in with both feet.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

You are more than welcome. I love doing all these experiments.

[@amysaville2625]

So glad I watched this. I had been thinking that base coats were used for certain kinds of pours.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Glad to help Amy. Good luck.

[@Kari77251]

Great information, thank you!

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

You are welcome Kari. Don't hesitate to ask questions.

[@carrolteel5799]

Thank you for that. I had wondered if a base coat was a waste of paint now I see for me it is a more desirable effect.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Just take the base coat amount away from the total paint amount so you only have the perfect amount rather than way too much.

[@CarmenD118]

Thank you for explaining why to use a base or not, big difference!🙂

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

No problem 😊. That's how I learn so it is a win-win for everyone Carmen.

[@rhondaflynn3]

My mom and I refer to your videos often in conversation. You are now officially Lefty.

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

hehehe, I'll take that. Playing basketball growing up I always wished I was left handed. I guess I'll accept left brained as a alternate prize.

[@rhondaflynn3]

@@LeftBrainedArtist At 6'8" I'm sure you did very well playing right-handed!

[@nguyen-cuocsongmy]

so beautiful

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Thanks!

[@jinanalhussainy1972]

Very useful video 👍

[@LeftBrainedArtist]

Thanks Jinan.