7+ Painting Ideas to Join on Social Media this Month

If you haven’t used your paintbrush in a while, now is a good time to start being creative again. Some of the most fun art trends this month are found on social media and what makes them even better is You can take part in dance without being an expert.

We’ve rounded up 7 painting ideas that are perfect for your next relaxing weekend project, viral Reel, or feel-good Instagram post. Whether you’re looking to learn something new or just unwind with some color, we’ve got something for every mood. And yes, we’ve included our favorite step-by-step tutorials to make it super easy!

Easy Cloud Painting Ideas — Dreamy & Peaceful

There’s just something magical about painting clouds. Soft, fluffy, and calming, this tutorial walks you through the basics so even total beginners can create skies that feel like a deep breath on canvas.

• Why people love it: It’s oddly relaxing and looks beautiful in time-lapse videos.

• What you'll need: Drawlish Acrylic Paints for those smooth blends

• Perfect for: A chill afternoon and a calm, aesthetic post

A Simple & Beautiful Nature Painting You’ll Love

Think rustic mailbox, a tiny bird perched nearby, and flowers dancing in the breeze. This painting captures a quiet, happy moment in nature and you'll fall in love as it comes to life stroke by stroke.

• Why people love it: It tells a story and feels like a peaceful escape

• What you'll need: Earthy tones from Drawlish Acrylic Paints

• Perfect for: Posting with a soft instrumental or nature sound background

Simple Floral Painting Idea for Beginners

Need a quick pick-me-up? This floral painting is all about cheerful colors, playful shapes, and no pressure. We paired warm yellow flowers with a sweet pink vase but you can make it your own!

• Why people love it: It’s a happy little painting that just feels good to make

• What you'll need: Any colors that make you smile we recommend the Drawlish Acrylic Paints

• Perfect for: Reels showing off your color palette or a fun “paint with me” post

Colorful Bird in Flight – Acrylic Painting

This one’s for the dreamers. Our bird-in-flight tutorial uses bold, vibrant strokes to capture motion and freedom. It's all about expressing energy through color and yes, it looks amazing on camera.

• Why people love it: The rich colors and details pop on screen

• What you'll need: Drawlish Acrylic Paints for those feather-perfect blends

• Perfect for: Creating a fast-forward painting video or sharing your progress shots

Cute Halloween Ghost Painting – Boo-tiful & Fun!

Spooky season is here, and we’re embracing it with the cutest little ghost you’ve ever seen. Not scary, just adorable this Halloween painting is perfect for October vibes and creative fun.

• Why people love it: It’s festive, easy, and seriously cute

• What you'll need: Your favorite moody or pastel shades + Drawlish Paint Pens for crisp outlines

• Perfect for: Captioning with “What’s your favorite thing to paint for Halloween?”

Easy Sunset Painting – Golden Hour Goals

If you’ve ever tried capturing that magical sunset light in a painting, you know it’s something special. Our sunset tutorial breaks it down step by step, using warm gradients and soft silhouettes to bring it to life.

• Why people love it: Everyone loves a good sunset especially on canvas

• What you'll need: A blend of oranges, purples, and pinks + Dawlish Paint Pens for detail

• Perfect for: Posting a “from blank canvas to golden sky” transformation Reel

Flamingo Art Masterpiece – Bold & Tropical

Feeling a little extra? Go big with this vibrant flamingo painting using our Drawlish premium paint pens. It’s fun, colorful, and totally Instagram-worthy.

• Why people love it: Flamingos + color = major eye candy

• What you'll need: Drawlish Paint Pens for sharp details and color pop

• Perfect for: Showing off your bold side and tagging #Drawlish in your tropical masterpiece

Shop the Supplies That Make It Happen

1. Drawlish Acrylic Paints – Bright, blendable, and beginner-friendly

2. Drawlish Paint Pens – Smooth, precise, and so satisfying to use

Grab them at Drawlish.com and get started on your next masterpiece!

Share Your Art, Join the Fun

Don’t forget to tag @drawlishartsupplies and use #Drawlish when you post your art we LOVE seeing your creations and often feature them on our page! Whether it’s clouds, flamingos, or a little ghost with a big personality, we can’t wait to see your take on these ideas.