How To Create Our Painted Canvas:

Step One:
Select a canvas you already own but have tired of or purchase an inexpensive canvas from the craft store.

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Step Two:
Tape off and protect any existing frame the artwork may have.
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Step Three:
Choose a background colour and apply the paint generously. Store-bought canvased artwork typically doesn’t have any texture to it, so use a thick paint brush to add brush stroke texture to the piece and allow to dry.

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Step Four:
Once dry, add a secondary colour to the background. This should be a vibrant pop or metallic colour as it will mostly be covered by the next few layers of paint.

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Step Five:
Once dry, pour pools of colour on to the canvas and use your brush to stroke the colour across the canvas.

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Step Six:
Let dry and add multiple layers of paint as necessary until the canvas is to your desired liking.

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Finished Canvas:
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Product Info:

Paint: Dulux Swiss Coffee (50YY 83/057)
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