Start Painting Today: 40+ Easy Ideas for Absolute Beginners

Ashley shows you exactly how to blend the colors to achieve this abstract painting that anyone can make. The addition of gold takes it over the edge!

I love the look of paint chips, and this trendy canvas incorporates the look! The hues of blues and gray is my fave.

Making your own beautiful DIY birch tree art is easy with this step by step tutorial. No special artistic skills or painting experience required! 

This canvas art is so easy it's almost not even fair. You don't even need a paintbrush! All you need is a scraper. I'd try scraping, letting it dry, and then doing it again several times in the same design.

This is one of those projects where you get to use sponges to help you with the painting and fading. Amanda walks you completely through the process to layer your way to this tree on canvas.

Learn to paint a simple sunset background with three different cacti in this landscape painting. This is a very beginner friendly project!

In this tutorial you'll learn how to paint clouds without a single paintbrush! This fool-proof technique uses cotton swabs and is relaxing to paint. Video included for visual learners.

Learn how to create a simple, easy-to-paint bird’s nest and egg! The background looks complicated but guess what - it's Mod Podged.

You can make this color shift art on canvas, wood, or just about anything. You'll love the metallic look with the gloss finish.

I'll be honest - using vinyl as a stencil is one of the easiest ways to paint a canvas. And I'm completely in. You'll have fun with the brushstrokes on the edges of this project.

Sweet birds (made with a pattern) perch around a painted birdhouse with added dimension. The use of a decorative metal accent makes it interesting.

Feel like you can't paint something realistically? Why not try painting it in pixels? This is a great idea that can be scaled to wall art large and small.

If you want to make sure you have a unique canvas project as part of your decor, check out this easy paint chip art made with Mod Podge.

This project is just about foolproof. You'll use pour paint from JoAnn and a little creativity to get some very unique artwork.

The simplicity of this art as well as the size make it a pretty cool customer. Pick a date, and colors, that jive with your decor.

This is the easiest canvas wall art project you’ll ever make. All you
need is some glue and your favorite paint color. Customize with any
saying you like!

What if I told you that you could decorate a canvas by peeling painter's tape? You can, and it's probably one of the coolest effects I've seen for something so easy to paint.

If you want something big, abstract, and eye catching to hang as a focal point - this brushstroke technique is undeniably cool. I love thinking about this in a palette of blues for yours truly.

An easy-to-create graduated color background is a perfect backdrop for modern painted sunflowers.

In this project you get to use a hair dryer to make a really cool effect, and there's no right or wrong with the results. This would be an awesome abstract piece for a living room or bedroom.

Ever wanted to learn how to make watercolor flowers? It’s easy! This video tutorial will show you how to make easy and gorgeous watercolor flowers.

I love unique autumn crafts, and this fall canvas project definitely
qualifies! Use spray paint and leaves to make fun, seasonal wall art.

Guess what looks good with a painted canvas? Lighting the little bigger up! This is a fun way to add some pizzazz to a cool painting technique.

Learn how to paint an abstract butterfly on canvas with this step by step how to paint a butterfly acrylic painting lesson for kids, beginners and first time painters.

Learn how to create a custom paint by number template and transfer it to canvas to make your own DIY paint by numbers wall art — special app not required!

A cool project for a blank canvas! Using basic craft supplies, you can create this ombre, faded look with geometric cut-outs. Great for kids’ rooms.

This tutorial (including a full length video) will show you, step-by-step, how to paint an easy galaxy night sky – zero painting skills required! And the secret is in a simple tool that Jasmine shares with you in the post.

One thing that's always fun to create is silhouettes using a variety of colors. Christina has the way to do it while keeping those crisp edges on your lines.

Learn how to paint a sunset with hot air balloon silhouettes afloat in the sky over a tree line.

If you like string art projects, you’ll love this creative twist for making a string art on canvas wall hanging.

Learn how to paint lavender using basic acrylic paints and cotton swabs! The background is especially easy peasy.

Add some pretty botanicals to your wall with this easy stenciled botanicals on canvas project! Use whichever colors you'd like to fit your decor.

This colorful canvas art is perfect for spring, and I love the loose nature of the mason jar and flowers.

Learn how to use a variety of brushes in this free art project from The Art Sherpa. I love the simple painted background, and creating the flowers is a matter of brushstrokes.

Create this unique heart wall art with basic hexagon tiles found at the
hardware store. Make any design with your favorite colors. So easy!

Sometimes the best way to get started painting is with a lot of color. This wall art reminds me of the circus but in the best way. Great for white walls, too.

Precision is overrated in my humble opinion. Painted hearts on canvas and wood in a colorful, abstract manner make me happy - and they're always in style.

Can you use a yardstick and pencil to draw lines? Can you then paint inside those lines? You're ready for this simple artwork from Sherry. Grab the palette of your choice.

Can you use spray paint to create wall art? But of course! In fact, it's a great way to use that unused spray paint from other projects. AND you can paint and Mod Podge over the top of it, too.

You can print letters or do the same with large letters purchased from the craft store. Either way, this is great for beginners. Even if you've never picked up a paintbrush before.

Let's not leave the holidays out of these painting projects! This is a great idea for those favorite song lyrics, quotes, and verses for Christmas decor and beyond.

This simple rubber cement resist technique is a fun way to make easy watercolor art. Create beautiful pieces with just a few supplies. It’s simple, fun, and gives great results. Let’s paint!

This canvas was created for a modern industrial style bedroom. All you'll need is five paint colors, a large canvas, and a little bit of time to create and have fun.