Rachel, thank you for your video. Your teaching style & pleasant, calming voice guiding us through the steps of dotting is excellent & easy to follow! ☺
I really LOVE Mandalas and dotting but have not created anything. I found you when searching for how to create them & I placed an order on your site. I CAN'T WAIT to get my supplies. Thank you for sharing your talents and having a website to purchase products. Dot ON!
One of the most beautiful mandalas I've ever seen. I never get tired of watching it over again so that I can learn something from you! You're an excellent teacher. Thanks again for sharing your talent and God bless you.
Thank you for sharing your art with us. I watch all your videos! I love your Dotting tools! I did my first dot mandala last night. Much love to all the artists! Happy Dotting!💜💙💚💛🎨
Sooooo pretty. Well done. I just grabbed a few tools l figure l can use cause l want to do my first mandals dots. This was so helpful. Love your video. TFS. ❤️🇨🇦
Thank you so much for checking in on me! All is well. I've been homeschooling my 1st grader so I have less time to make videos. I have a new one coming soon so stay tuned : )
I love the turquoise that you’re doing I always have a problem with my paint drying too fast when I’m trying to diet I live in Phoenix Arizona where it’s been 114 and I am hesitant on adding any medium to my page because I can’t seem to keep my paint from drying so fast I love your templates I do have a problem trying to do stencil templates with chalk pencils not being able to take the chalk off, noticed what type of Q-tip you were using so that’s my next mission always having problems getting the chalk off my artwork. Are used to design printed circuit boards so I really love your templates and how you can flip them around great idea!
Hi Jan! There are special additives you can buy that increase the drying time of some acrylic paints. You may want to check that out. Also for the chalk pencil, check out the ones I have in my shop at www.thedottingcenter.com they wipe off easily because they're all chalk without binders. There's nothing worse than scrubbing dry paint to remove chalk lines.
Hey, such a beautiful dot mandala 😍😍😍! Hope you are doing well. I have also started doing dot mandala recently and I am really enjoying the process, but when I put the dots, after some time the dot dries with a crack on it. Could you please guide me what I am doing wrong?
Yes! I can help. If your dots are drying with cracks, it’s your paint. Either it’s a low quality or expired paint, it wasn’t stirred up properly before using, or you’ve thinned it with too much water. Hopefully this helps : )
I have noticed that the consistency of the the paint is very important.. yours always perfect! I have your puffy dot bottles etc. and those are great! But I want to use the other tools… I bought your colored tools 14 sizes I love them. I guess I will have to get a pouring medium? I bought Arteza and they were not medium consistentsy. But they are Premiere… live and learn… I think I have to have that pouring medium? And you like Liquitex for the beefing up paint and not to loose. I am so unhappy with my painting. My husband keeps say just keep practicing after I got your tool it was much better but I have quite awhile before I I do on a nice canvas board. Any tip a pot getting pain the right body for the Dots thank you a devoted fan!🥰🤗🌻💜❤️🌺🌹🎈🏄🚗🛎🙂
Hi Julie. Most of dotting problems are paint problems. If you get the paint right, the good dots will follow. Thin with Liquitex pouring medium. I’ve tried everything else and this is the BEST.
I painted this on a 3.5” wood block, but you can use a canvas or anything you’d like. My dotting kit is being upgraded at the moment. I’ll have the brand new kit in stock in a month ❤️
Do you recommend using a chalk base paint so that the chalk pencil comes off easier? Or would an acrylic base paint be fine? I have chalk pencils but not chalk paint so I'm wondering if I can get away with just using my black acrylic for the base.
Hey I wanted to ask you that delivery for the kit is available in India or not?? Btw new subscriber in love with your creations ❤️❤️ hope you reach millions 💜
Unfortunately at this time shipping to India isn't available due to the pandemic. Once things get back up to speed we'll bring back shipping to India. All the best! Thanks for your patience.
I want to try this, can anyone suggest all the material required for this. Like: Which colour is better, fevicryl, fabercastle, any other what tools required, canvas preference (per stretched or simple will work)? Any chalk paint or something?
You can paint on anything! Canvas, wood board, mugs, rocks. Use liquid acrylic paint like DecoArt Americana. Dotting tools available at thedottincenter.com/shop 😊
Beautiful mandala and you've explained it so simply even an art idiot like me can understand it. Can you tell me where to get the black squares that you use in this video? I don't see those on your website.
It’s not you, I’d bet money it’s your paint. If you have proper dotting tools, 99.9% of the time it’s the wrong paint. If you describe the problem you’re having I can tell you what’s up with your paint. 😊
Great question! Once you get used to the paint and the tool you can adjust the amount of paint to get a bigger or smaller dot size. If you want them all the same size, pay attention to how much paint covers the tip and just make sure you get the same amount each time.
Hi Barbara! There should be a share button under the video that will give you options to send it. That's so sweet of you to get them into painting. I hope they like it.
YOU SHOULD WATCH THE VIDEO BEFORE TRYING, because while she explains well some of the things she`s doing she leaves other things out completely - such as how thick to paint the background color before starting, how to center the stencil, and the reason behind the trails of dots going from large to small without the tool being switched out. #constructivecriticism
The background color should take 1 coat of paint. Center the stencil on the block by matching the margins on each side before tracing. Using a stylus tool will create descending dots of paint without the need to reload. 👍 #thanksforthefeedback
I want to try this, can anyone suggest all the material required for this. Like: Which colour is better, fevicryl, fabercastle, any other what tools required, canvas preference (per stretched or simple will work)? Any chalk paint or something?
Wonderful!
I've been painting for over 50 years!
Keep up the good work!!
I started watching dotting videos with Kristin and she recommended you! Now I’ve got two excellent teachers!
She’s such an AMAZING teacher and human. I’m a huge fan of hers. 💞
Beautifully explained! Thank you for the tip on keeping the paint without drying.
Rachel, thank you for your video. Your teaching style & pleasant, calming voice guiding us through the steps of dotting is excellent & easy to follow! ☺
Thank you so much!
Thank you so much for the best tutorial I have seen explaining "The goal" of the project...Now, I feel ready to create!
Great video for beginners. Your tips were very informative. Thank you.
Glad it was helpful!
I really LOVE Mandalas and dotting but have not created anything. I found you when searching for how to create them & I placed an order on your site. I CAN'T WAIT to get my supplies. Thank you for sharing your talents and having a website to purchase products. Dot ON!
Wonderful!
This is amazing! I love it, I’m inspired and can’t wait to get started on my first mandala. Thank you!
Wonderful!
One of the most beautiful mandalas I've ever seen. I never get tired of watching it over again so that I can learn something from you! You're an excellent teacher. Thanks again for sharing your talent and God bless you.
Thank you so much! I appreciate it. Have fun painting! 💕
Thanks for this beginner video. I’m going to watch it again.
Thanks for watching Cecilia 💞
Thank you for sharing your art with us. I watch all your videos! I love your Dotting tools! I did my first dot mandala last night. Much love to all the artists! Happy Dotting!💜💙💚💛🎨
Thanks for watching my videos. I truly appreciate your support. Enjoy your new hobby!💕
Super - love this and going to give it a try today. Thank you for the inspiration. 😊
Have fun!
Thank you…this video was extremely helpful!
Glad it was helpful!
Excellent video for begineers :)
Thank you 😊 💞
Sooooo pretty. Well done. I just grabbed a few tools l figure l can use cause l want to do my first mandals dots. This was so helpful. Love your video. TFS. ❤️🇨🇦
Beautiful mix of colours ❤
Thank you! Cheers!
Hundredth comment… well explained 👏👏👏👍
Thank you so much 😀
Hi Rachel , I just love your channel. Haven't seen a video for while hope all is well. Praying for you. 💙💙💙
Thank you so much for checking in on me! All is well. I've been homeschooling my 1st grader so I have less time to make videos. I have a new one coming soon so stay tuned : )
@@TheDottingCenter thanks look forward to seeing your next video. Good luck with home schooling. 💙💙💙
Hi, can you tell me what kind of pencil you used to trace your stencil? Great lesson!
Awesome tutorial. Thank you so much for all of your sharing experiences. You rock!! 🙂
Hi Carla! Thank you for watching 😊💕
I love the turquoise that you’re doing I always have a problem with my paint drying too fast when I’m trying to diet I live in Phoenix Arizona where it’s been 114 and I am hesitant on adding any medium to my page because I can’t seem to keep my paint from drying so fast I love your templates I do have a problem trying to do stencil templates with chalk pencils not being able to take the chalk off, noticed what type of Q-tip you were using so that’s my next mission always having problems getting the chalk off my artwork. Are used to design printed circuit boards so I really love your templates and how you can flip them around great idea!
Hi Jan! There are special additives you can buy that increase the drying time of some acrylic paints. You may want to check that out. Also for the chalk pencil, check out the ones I have in my shop at www.thedottingcenter.com they wipe off easily because they're all chalk without binders. There's nothing worse than scrubbing dry paint to remove chalk lines.
Beautiful.
Thank you!
superb tutorial
Thank you 😊
@TheDottingCenter u are more than welcome
You are a great teacher and artist 👩🎤 thanks
Hi Carmen 😊 Thanks for your sweet comment! I appreciate it 💞
wow this is a stunner!!!
Thank you so much 😊✨
This one started my mom on her dotting journey. It's beautiful! Thank you for all your great tools, videos and creative genius!
Wonderful!
Lovely 👌😍
Thanks!
I loved watching this. You make it seem so easy.
Thank you very much.
Thanks for beautiful video
So nice of you. Thanks for watching😊
Oh dang I’m hooked, another hobby added…just hope Ihave a good eye like you…is there a book to learn about dotting
I learned from watching UA-cam! There are several dotting channels where you can see other talented dot artists paint. Check us all out 😊
Beautiful, love the colours! :)
Fun girly colors for sure! Thanks for watching 😊
love it thanks
So glad!
Thank you! I need to slow down, but most importantly make sure my grid is centered first and foremost!
I’m so glad you liked the video 😊 thanks for watching!
I love mandala painting, i will try it ,
Have fun!
This is cute as heck. ♥️💖♥️
Nuh uh, you are 😘💞
The Dotting Center omgarsh ☺️! YOU ARE! Seriously. I’m not a beginner anymore but I’m gonna do this little project anyway cause it’s so cute! 💖
Please add your palette and the cool Stay wet palette box. Thanks
Awesome tutorial 🙂
Thank you 🙂
Beautiful ❤️
Thank you!
Beautiful
Thank you 😊
Beautiful. I love it.
Thank you! 😊
wow very nice
Many many thanks
Beautiful mam 👌👌👌👍
Thank you! Cheers!
Hey, such a beautiful dot mandala 😍😍😍! Hope you are doing well. I have also started doing dot mandala recently and I am really enjoying the process, but when I put the dots, after some time the dot dries with a crack on it. Could you please guide me what I am doing wrong?
Yes! I can help. If your dots are drying with cracks, it’s your paint. Either it’s a low quality or expired paint, it wasn’t stirred up properly before using, or you’ve thinned it with too much water. Hopefully this helps : )
I have noticed that the consistency of the the paint is very important.. yours always perfect! I have your puffy dot bottles etc. and those are great! But I want to use the other tools… I bought your colored tools 14 sizes I love them. I guess I will have to get a pouring medium? I bought Arteza and they were not medium consistentsy. But they are Premiere… live and learn… I think I have to have that pouring medium? And you like Liquitex for the beefing up paint and not to loose. I am so unhappy with my painting. My husband keeps say just keep practicing after I got your tool it was much better but I have quite awhile before I I do on a nice canvas board. Any tip a pot getting pain the right body for the Dots thank you a devoted fan!🥰🤗🌻💜❤️🌺🌹🎈🏄🚗🛎🙂
Hi Julie. Most of dotting problems are paint problems. If you get the paint right, the good dots will follow. Thin with Liquitex pouring medium. I’ve tried everything else and this is the BEST.
Thank you.
You're welcome!
I was gifted this for Christmas. Does it matter what type of acrylic paint you use?
All acrylic paint will work, but the consistency/viscosity of the paint matters a LOT.
Hello. What did you paint the Mandala on? Also, I see that the supply pack is out of stock. Do you know when that will be back in stock?
I painted this on a 3.5” wood block, but you can use a canvas or anything you’d like. My dotting kit is being upgraded at the moment. I’ll have the brand new kit in stock in a month ❤️
Do you recommend using a chalk base paint so that the chalk pencil comes off easier? Or would an acrylic base paint be fine? I have chalk pencils but not chalk paint so I'm wondering if I can get away with just using my black acrylic for the base.
If a chalk pencil line shows up on your acrylic paint it's good to use. I just like chalk paint because my lines are nice and bright.
Hi, what base did u use???
That black board iam asking...
It’s a small block of wood painted with DecoArt black chalkboard paint.
@@TheDottingCenter thank you so much for your reply 😊😊😊
Pls tell which colour u use
Hey I wanted to ask you that delivery for the kit is available in India or not?? Btw new subscriber in love with your creations ❤️❤️ hope you reach millions 💜
Unfortunately at this time shipping to India isn't available due to the pandemic. Once things get back up to speed we'll bring back shipping to India. All the best! Thanks for your patience.
@@TheDottingCenter I'll be waiting 💜💜
Thank you
My pleasure. Thanks for watching : )
Hi, This is a great and very explained video for beginners. I want to ask you if instead of liquitex matt varnish, can we use mod podge matt finish?
Yes, Mod Podge is a good option
TYSM Mam
My pleasure 😊
I want to try this, can anyone suggest all the material required for this. Like:
Which colour is better, fevicryl, fabercastle, any other
what tools required,
canvas preference (per stretched or simple will work)?
Any chalk paint or something?
You can paint on anything! Canvas, wood board, mugs, rocks. Use liquid acrylic paint like DecoArt Americana. Dotting tools available at thedottincenter.com/shop 😊
Nice. Is it canvas board?
It's a wood block : )
Beautiful mandala and you've explained it so simply even an art idiot like me can understand it. Can you tell me where to get the black squares that you use in this video? I don't see those on your website.
I'll be adding those black blocks back to the website soon.
Hello, we don't apply an isolation coat before varnishing for dotted mandalas?
You can absolutely use an isolation coat! I just use varnish, but another gel coat is always good to do.
I have trouble with my paint being too thin. Any tips?
Golden heavy gel medium works for me but you make sure your paint is good enough quality to mix. Pigment rich paints work best 👍
The Dotting Center do you sell that in your store?
No you can get it at most art supply stores. 👍
The Dotting Center I look on Blick and there wasn’t anything named exactly that. Do you have the exact name or can you send me a picture?
Where do I buy this paint I’m looking all over for Deco or pain I don’t know what I’m looking all night long I didn’t sleep please help
You can find DecoArt Americana at Amazon, Hobby Lobby, Michaels and most arts and craft stores. 🙂
Walmart also carries it
I just tried this today,however I can’t seem to make a perfect dot. What is the secret? Are you touching the canvas with your tool?
It’s not you, I’d bet money it’s your paint. If you have proper dotting tools, 99.9% of the time it’s the wrong paint. If you describe the problem you’re having I can tell you what’s up with your paint. 😊
How much paint should we put on the tool? I end up getting different size of dots even after dipping each time
Great question! Once you get used to the paint and the tool you can adjust the amount of paint to get a bigger or smaller dot size. If you want them all the same size, pay attention to how much paint covers the tip and just make sure you get the same amount each time.
Where can I get or find your tracing stencil???
etsy.me/2LCks6l
What size is your square please?
This block was 3.5” square. I totally forgot to mention that, lol. Sorry
Where can i find tools for dot mandalas?
www.thedottingcenter.com
It won’t let me share. I wanted to send this to my granddaughters to see if they would like this. If they do, I’d get the kit for them.
Hi Barbara! There should be a share button under the video that will give you options to send it. That's so sweet of you to get them into painting. I hope they like it.
What paint do you use??
Acrylic paints of all brands 😊
=^..^= Thank You !
YOU SHOULD WATCH THE VIDEO BEFORE TRYING, because while she explains well some of the things she`s doing she leaves other things out completely - such as how thick to paint the background color before starting, how to center the stencil, and the reason behind the trails of dots going from large to small without the tool being switched out.
#constructivecriticism
The background color should take 1 coat of paint.
Center the stencil on the block by matching the margins on each side before tracing.
Using a stylus tool will create descending dots of paint without the need to reload. 👍
#thanksforthefeedback
I want to try this, can anyone suggest all the material required for this. Like:
Which colour is better, fevicryl, fabercastle, any other
what tools required,
canvas preference (per stretched or simple will work)?
Any chalk paint or something?
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