How I begin a new hobby, like painting?

Question

I saw some amateur paintings on a home improvement show and instantly thought that I could try
something like that as a hobby, knowing that one doesn't have to have "talent",but perhaps it
could be something I could do to express myself.
Any reccomendations as to how I can best pursue this while maintaining a strict budget?

Answer 1

Go to a hobby shop and pick up the supplies you need and then let your expressions go. You could also start with some paint by numbers or borrow some books from the library before you start if that would make you feel more confident.

Answer 2

Watch " The Joy of Painting" on your local PBS station or check your local craft store to see when they will be having a Bob Ross painting workshop. You will learn some fun oil painting techniques and be able to turn out some decent looking landscapes in a short time. A starter set of Bob Ross paints will probably run about $40 and there are a few other things you will need but for about $100 you can start a hobby that will pay for itself in enjoyment. You might even become good enough to become a certified Bob Ross instructor and that will reap its own benefits. Good luck and have fun!!

Answer 3

There are so many different styles of painting, you need to do some research first. Go to a craft store, book store or the library and look at some books to see which style interests you.Most of these books will tell you what supplies you will need. You could also look in the section of the craft stores that they sell oil paints and brushes. They always have instruction books there.

Answer 4

Okay, check out your local craft store and price the paints, brushes, etc. Then check out hsn.com and do a search for "donna dewberry painting" and you will probably find that you get the paints, etc. for a fraction of what you would pay in a craft store. Also, very important: 30-day money back guarantee (I've used it, and yes, you get your $$ back PROMPTLY).

Good luck to you in your endeavor. It's important that we make time for "us" and those inner yearnings.

Answer 5

Usually the art supply stores offer classes. Most community colleges offer art classes and also the continuing education classes held at night offer art classes.