20 Acrylic Pouring Techniques for Abstract Fluid Art

Explore 20 diverse acrylic pouring techniques and variations in this comprehensive hour-long video tutorial. Learn how to create stunning abstract fluid art pieces using methods such as classic swipe, paint kiss pour, ripple ring pour, open cup pour, bottle bottom pour, flip cup pour, chameleon cells, figure eight pour, and more. Discover the differences between using opaque and transparent acrylics, incorporating negative space, and experimenting with unique tools like slitted cups and 3D printed strainers. Gain inspiration from both newer and older pour examples, accompanied by a curated selection of background music. Perfect for beginners and experienced artists alike, this tutorial provides detailed timestamps for easy navigation and includes helpful tips on supplies and techniques to elevate your acrylic pouring skills.

1 Classic Swipe
2 Paint Kiss Pour
3 Ripple Ring Pour using majority opaque acrylics
4 Ripple Ring Pour using majority transparent acrylics
5 Open Cup Pour
6 Wiggle Kiss Pour
7 Bottle Bottom Pour
8 Flip Cup Pour
9 Open Cup Pour no fluid base layer
10 Alternating Ring Pour with pearl cells
11 Chameleon Cells
12 Kiss Pour with negative space
13 Straight Pour with chameleon cell accents
14 Figure Eight Pour
15 Traveling Kiss Pour Feather
16 Wrecked Ring Pour with negative space
17 Open Cup Pour with a slitted cup
18 Traveling Infinity Pour
19 Simple Ribbon Pour
20 Strainer Pour using an experimental 3D printed piece