Fluid Art - Flip Cup Technique

In  this class we will be introducing acrylic fluid art by using the "flip cup" technique. 
NOTE: This class is MESSY.

We will start the class by setting up, mixing our paints and then move on to our pouring. During and after class we will share our paintings with the group, identify any shapes we may see, and share what we enjoy about each other's paintings. I will also share information about drying and safekeeping.

Supplies needed:

*8x10 Stretched canvas

*Acrylic paint (LIQUID) - I am currently are using Apple Barrel brand found at Walmart, you can find 2oz bottles for 50 cents each. Be sure you have black and white. I typically use around 4 colors, but you can use as many as you like.

*Floetrol (or classic Elmer's glue) - This is used as a pouring medium, added to the paint and can be found at most hardware stores. Mine was $7.99 before tax for a 32oz bottle. (If using glue, make sure you have enough, we will be mixing 1-to-1 ratios with the paint so a jug or another large quantity is suggested). 

*100% Silicone (LIQUID) - You can look for:
3in1 100% Silicone Lubricant (I found mine at Walmart next to WD40 in the tools aisle)
WD-40 Water Resistant Silicone Lubricant Spray
100% silicone treadmill belt oil
OGX Coconut Milk hair serum (popular choice)
Fructis Marvelous Oil Deep Nourish 5 Action Hair Elixir
Fructis Sleek & Shine Anti-Frizz Serum
Loreal Elvive Extraordinary Oil All Hair Types
Liquid Wrench M914 Silicone Spray
B'laster Industrial Strength Silicone Lubricant
NOTE: If you are looking at hair serums, you want the first or second ingredient to be "dimethicone".

*4oz clear plastic cups  - One cup for each color of paint you'll be using, plus an extra

*Craft/popsicle sticks or something similar, for stirring

*Something to cover and protect your workspace - Plastic, newspaper, garbage bags are options

*Gloves (optional) - We use latex gloves

*Water

*Paper towels

*Digital kitchen scale - This is optional but it's super helpful when measuring our paints and floetrol