DIY How to Paint Your Guitar

Today, I'm going to be showing y'all how to create a painting on the back of an acoustic guitar using acrylic paint (yes, I just used the word y'all. Sue me.).

My guitar's name is Ellie! She's very happy to meet you.

Start off with a clean, dust- free guitar.

Next, sand down the surface to prep it for paint. Apply painter's tape around the guitar's border to prevent paint from getting where you don't want it to be.

Apply a wash of white acrylic paint; this is going to be used as a primer and will help to make the colours stick and stand out. I applied two coats.

Once the white paint dries, you're ready to paint! For my piece, I'm doing a recreation of Van Gogh's "Starry Night" and mixing it with the San Francisco skyline.

Did you know Van Gogh considered "Starry Night" one of his greatest regrets?

Please excuse the awful photo quality; remind me never to use my phone's camera ever again!

Then, when you've finalized your design, add the finishing elements.

Happy with your painting? Now's your time to autograph it!

 Give the paint time to dry, then coat it with a clear acrylic varnish. When this layer dries, take off the painter's tape, and you're all done!

I'm appropriately titling my painting "Starry Night and Clam Chowder." 

Are you trying this out for yourself? Do send me photos of your masterpieces!

Stay beautiful,

Patricia