286. Painting Hacks to Make Your Work Life Easier

I’ll share a list of painting hacks to make your life easier. Some of these tips are ones that I use but most are a collective of Artist Academy members sharing their knowledge and experience. Ten artist brains are better than one!Here’s a brief list of some of the hacks, but you’ll need to listen to this to get the full explanation of each: Rent a towable man lift for $300 for the day to access those hard to reach heights on mural projects. Carry fingernail polish remover with you to remove accidental paint stains quickly. A pounce or reverse stencil sticker is great for getting images in places where projectors can’t (the floor). Use throw away plastic containers with lids (yogurt cups, egg trays, to-go trays, etc.) to store paint. A spray bottle adds extra moisture to keep paint from drying. Keep baby wipes on hand. Just do it. Never use fluorescent paint for exterior work. It fades. :( Try a step stool instead of a ladder. It’s easier on your feet, serves as a seat, and a place to set the projector. Tape charcoal on a stick to better sketch out mural images. You can see much better from a few feet back! Use 2 water bucks (1 with soapy water) to keep brushes clean.