Southwest Florals (Mixed Media Floral Art Tutorial with Acrylics)

Get inspired by bold blooms of the Southwest in this expressive floral art tutorial! In today’s video, I’ll guide you step-by-step as we create Southwest Florals - a vibrant, textured mixed media painting full of warm desert vibes, layered petals, and painterly marks. Whether you're new to painting or just looking for loose, fun floral inspiration, this tutorial will walk you through each step while encouraging you to make it your own. In this tutorial, you’ll learn: - How to build an abstract layered background - Loose floral painting techniques using acrylics - Easy ways to add texture and dimension to your art - How to use bold outlines and intuitive mark-making - Tips for creating Southwest-inspired color palettes 00:00 Intro 1:26 Painting the Background 7:09 Painting the Flowers 17:08 Adding Detail Lines 29:08 Adding the Finishing Touches 👉 Subscribe for more watercolor art journal ideas, beginner-friendly painting projects, and mixed media fun every week! Thank you for joining in on the creative fun. Join us LIVE every Wednesday at 5:30 pm PST on Facebook at Tracy Weinzapfel Studios. Be sure to follow me on social as well! Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/tracyweinzapfelstudios Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/twstudios/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/tracyweinzapfel/ Join the waitlist for Your Artful Journey - https://www.yourartfuljourney.com/membership This is my exclusive creative membership where you can explore the world of art journaling! Join a community of support and inspiration with interactive art sessions full of tips and tricks, conversation, Q & As, and most of all, FUN! Supply List: - 5 X 8.5” Strathmore Watercolor Journal - Painter’s Tape - DecoArt Matte Medium - Decoart Media Carbon Black, Titan Buff, Pyrrolle Red, Cobalt Turquoise Hue, Medium Grey Value, Diarylide Yellow, Primary Magenta, Vermilion, Prussian Blue Hue and Titanium White - Brushes: Tracy Weinzapfel Sets - Ink: Ranger Archival Ink (Mermaid Lagoon) - Sealer: DecoArt Duraclear (Satin) Check out Tracy’s Art Journal Starter Kit - https://shop.tracyweinzapfelstudios.com/products/art-journaling-starter-kit?_pos=2&_sid=deb63830f&_ss=r Tracy’s Resources Page - https://tracyweinzapfelstudios.com/resources/ Visit Tracy’s Shop - https://shop.tracyweinzapfelstudios.com/ #artjournal #artjournaling #mixedmediaart #acrylicpaintingtutorial #flowerpainting