In this course, students will learn some advanced paint pouring techniques and how to achieve desired visual effects.

*Pre-requisite: Students should be familiar with the basic methods of acrylic pour painting (puddle pour and dirty pour at minimum) and should be familiar with basic paint mixing. 

Week 1: Bottle Bottom Pour (Students will need to cut the bottom off of a 20 oz. plastic bottle and use it in their pouring technique.)
Week 2: Circular Swipe (Students will need a palette knife, playing card, or other "swiper" for this class.)
Week 3: String Pull (Students will need 3-6 pieces of yarn or string in various lengths between 6-10 in.)
Week 4: Alternate Swipe Methods (Students will need one or more "swipers" of various sizes depending on which technique they choose to demonstrate.)

Required Materials:
*Acrylic paint - I strongly recommend getting a wide variety of craft paints. These can be found for $1 or less in most craft stores. I typically use 6-9 colors per piece, plus black or white (you will need a lot of white, so get the big container!)
*Wooden framed canvas (like the kind you hang on a wall) - DO NOT USE CANVAS BOARD!!!! I found out the hard way. The edges will curl and it will ruin your painting.
*Pouring medium (About an ounce per color, per painting) - For those starting out, I highly recommend using a mixture of water and Elmer's Glue.  Once you have mastered your technique, you can invest in Liqutex Pouring Medium. This is what I will be using in class.
*Plastic cups or something to mix paint in - You can use almost anything! Yogurt cups, baby food jars... Whatever you don't mind having paint in and/or is disposable. You will use about 6-10 cups per piece, so plan accordingly.
*Craft sticks/Paint mixers - I use popsicle sticks from the Dollar Store, but you can use anything from plastic spoons to straws. They will get messy!
*A large work space AND drying space that is covered with plastic. Pieces take about 48 hrs to dry, so you will want to leave it somewhere that it won't be disturbed. You can buy cheap plastic sheeting or use a garbage bag to cover your area.
*Palette knife/playing card/piece of cardboard for swiping in weeks 2 and 4.
*Bottom of plastic 20 oz. bottle with bumps and ridges to pour paint over.
*3-6 pieces of yarn or string cut in lengths between 6-10 in.

Optional, but highly recommended
*Plastic gloves! I kind of consider this required, as your hands will get super messy, but you can technically paint without them.
*Additives - You can achieve all kinds of really cool effects with some basic paint additives. I use silicone lubricant (treadmill lubricant found on Amazon), rubbing alcohol, and dish soap.
*Metallic paints - These can be found in the craft stores as well, but may be closer to $2. They can add a nice accent to your paintings and I like to use them often. I list them as optional due to the price difference.
*Plastic straw - I use this to manipulate my paint.
*Basket/Drip tray - This is used to prop your canvas and catch extra paint. (You can also use plastic cups to prop your canvas.)

Please note that this is a MESSY process! Younger students are always welcome to participate, but they may need parental assistance. Students who are sensory averse/avoiders should note that you will likely have paint touching your hands and arms, even while wearing gloves. All students (and adult helpers) should wear old clothing and work on a covered surface.