Canvas Painting Ideas
Original artwork, made by YOU!, can be a beautiful statement in your living room, bedroom, or bathroom! Sometimes you know just what kind of artwork you need to tie your room all together, but you can’t find it. Have you thought of doing a DIY canvas painting? Check out these ideas that show you just what to do, even if you’re not very artistic!
Helpful hint: If you want to practice before going all out on an extra large canvas, try these canvas boards that are inexpensive — they are made of MDF wrapped in cotton canvas, and they come in a bundle so you can try some techniques out. 😊
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Canvas Painting Ideas
Creating a DIY canvas painting for your home can be a joyous and fulfilling experience. Not only does it allow you to express your creativity and personal style, but it also gives you the opportunity to add a unique and personal touch to your living space.
Whether you're an experienced artist or a beginner, painting a canvas can be a relaxing and enjoyable way to spend your time. Plus, once you've finished your masterpiece, you can proudly display it in your home and admire your handiwork every day.
In this age of mass-produced art and home decor, there's something special about creating something with your own two hands that you can truly call your own!
DIY Textured Wall Art
This one has great step-by-step photo instructions to replicate an expensive piece of artwork!
Shower Curtain Art Tutorial
I am 100% impressed and ready to go find a pretty shower curtain!
DIY Textured Canvas Art
Such a simple, but impactful technique this is!
Painted Dots Canvas
Anyone can do this, and it looks so interesting!
DIY Art by Painting Over a Thrifted Canvas
Such a great idea to start with a thrifted canvas and create something you love!
DIY Framed Tapestry
Tapestries are large and inexpensive, making it a great option for a canvas painting replacement!
Alcohol Ink Painting
Such a statement piece and the technique looks like it would be fun!
Make Impressive Abstract Artwork
This contemporary piece uses a mop as a paintbrush! So easy! They paint on doors, but you could of course use large canvases.
DIY Abstract Canvas Painting
This one is totally abstract - just start putting some brush strokes on your canvas and see how it ends up. I bet you'll like it. 😉
Textured Art Tutorial
This one is finished with a coat of coffee (yes, coffee!) to give a nice patina!
Wordy Wall Art
There are so many options with this one - once you see her technique for making DIY letters, you'll want to try!
Ombre Art
This easy canvas painting idea takes only 2 paints - the color you want, plus white. Simple but fun!
DIY joint compound art
You can do this one in any pattern, but the arches do look amazing!
DIY Abstract Art Painting
This tutorial has step-by-step instructions so that you can create the same type of piece that the artist did, but in the colors that match your home!
DIY Framed Plaster Wall Art
Drywall compound is an easy product to use on a canvas for lots of texture! Check out the instructions for this one!
Super Easy DIY Wall Art Tutorial
It doesn't get much easier than this to make a statement piece!
DIY Pour Painting
Wow - you literally pour a cup of paint over the canvas and swirl it around! Anyone can do this!
Paint Splatter Flower Art
This impressive looking canvas is so simple - paint splatters get swirled down to make flowers!
Acrylic Pour Artwork
This is amazing! Watching this video was so relaxing for me, too. 😉
Whether you choose to paint abstract or realistic pieces, large or small canvases, or a series of pieces that tell a story, incorporating your own artwork into your home decor is a wonderful way to infuse your living space with a sense of warmth and authenticity. So why not gather up your craft supplies and get started on a masterpiece today?
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There are so many inspirational ideas in this post – see the list above! Besides that, shop online or in-store for canvas paintings, and when you see one that you like, try to replicate it using one of the methods shown above.
You can thrift “ugly” canvases and paint them white to start fresh with your own ideas. Or try building a frame to staple fabric art onto – it will look like a canvas when stretched tight!
Most of the ideas above are great for beginners. Abstract art means that there’s no right or wrong – wing it and see what happens!
Check out these other canvas painting ideas for beginners! Some of these are really cute for kids rooms or seasonal decor! ⬇️
