That is a beautiful Ukulele Jodi. One thing that will help you when using Liquitex heavy bodied artist Acrylics in the future is to know they are designed to be thinned and mixed as needed to get the colors and consistency needed for each painting project(fine art canvas & other medium type painting projects). I generally use them with a painters palette. I put each of the colors I am likely to be mixing on different parts of the 🎨. I use water to thin them. Liquitex also makes Liquitex retarder medium that improves flow and slows down the drying time. You can thin the opaque white down a good amount and still have it be opaque. Also, If you have not done so already, a light spray of Clear Matte finish or Satin will keep them looking nice even longer. You can get cans of Clear Matte finish at most art supply stores. The beautiful painting you did would only need a very light coat of clear to protect it. Keep up the great work!
@@markattardo Flight has done some interesting scenic painting style patterns on its travel Ukuleles. Not Bob Ross caliber, yet toward that direction style wise.
Never really painted a ukulele but have always wanted to. Gonna have to use this with one of the sopranos I don't really use. Love the vibrant colours.
That uke looks great, and I don't mind the headstock at all. I've never painted a uke and seriously doubt I ever will. I am not artistic, nor am I patient when it comes to things like that. But I have nothing but admiration for those of you who can see something in your mind's eye and then make it real. Holy smokes.
I might paint one if something nasty happens and one needs repair. I hope that never happens but thanks to you and your other responders for the painting tips.
It looks far out, man! You did a great job. I've considered buying one of the bare ukulele kits and painting it but since I already have 1000 unfinished projects sitting around the house, I probably shouldn't start something else.
I've been searching for this painted ukulele for 2 years T_T i saw it somewhere long ago and new i saved a picture but i lost it somewhere AND NOW I FINALLY FOUND YOU AGAIN AHHHHH i love the way u painted it, im gonna do the exact thin to my ukulele HAPPY HAPPY HAPPY
Good question. Technically, yes. I think adding to the soundboard (Especially with, thick, heavy body paint) will deaden the sound a tiny bit. I thought about doing a sound comparison but really didn’t want to put the same strings back on.
Not painted a ukulele though have sanded the front face of the headstock on my Octopus soprano as I wanted a cleaner look. Thinking of also reshaping the top of the headstock and maybe (if I can come up with a design I like) paint the face of the body.
Hello Jodie, yeep.... you did a really nice job. For me this Luna Uke looks far better painted then unpainted 🤹♀️. Would like to know more about the Color you use. Is it a Kind of acrylic Color, so you get an effect like a gloss finish? Have you experiences with using paint pens with varnish? Kind regards and be blessed from Germany 🌺
These are just heavy body acrylic paints. Sounds like I had a lot more options. Check out Daniel Flores comment for some more words of wisdom. (Pinned to top)
Hi Jodi, well you've made it extremely summer of love now. Almost psychedelic. You'll have to learn some Hippy songs now, could start with " Hi ho silver lining " or maybe " mellow yellow ". I met Donovan Leith once at an Incredible string band gig. Definitely gives off a sixties vibe man. 😊
Mixing with water is fine just don’t do more that 1/8 parts as it can mess with the binder and the paint might not stick to the wood as well. Also liquitex and golden sell soft body acrylics and golden has a fluid line which is probably better for your application use. Amazing job on the ukulele too!
I never painted an Ukulele, but I did glued velcros on the top of my guitar so I can attach a melodica to it. Hey, it's a start, right? I actually bought my first Ukulele yesterday for around $90 (I am waiting for it to be delivered) but I would still be scared to paint it. Here where I live (Brazil) $90 is not that inexpensive. It was also the price of my (only) guitar. Maybe when I graduate (be able to afford) better quality instruments I will risk to personalize my first ones. You certainly inspired me to consider it. :)
That’s a great looking pain job. I’ve never painted a ukulele before. I don’t think the plastic ones I’ve got would hold paint very well and the one I’ve got that’s laminate top has too many sentimental memories to alter it. I might give it a go, but it would be a ukulele I bought specifically to be painted.
I have never painted a ukulele. With my lack of artistic talent I just don't see it in my future. My wife, however, I am sure will in the future paint a ukulele in a beautiful way. Love those Martin Strings! Like an hour before watching this video I changed my soprano to Martin strings. They helped the sound a lot. Thank you for the amazing videos!
Your ukuleles are beautiful! The colours are so crisp and happy! I've been meaning to paint my ukulele but have been nervous about messing up. I think I would have a little more control using paint markers but I was curious if maybe you had any advice on what kind of paint markers would be ideal for the surface of ukuleles?
Whoa! You did that, Jodi? You certainly do not limit your artistry to just music. That is flat out gorgeous! I would never try, because I can't paint a straight line with a ruler!!! Thanks for the great video!
Lookin good! Sounds good too. I haven't painted one, but I am considering stripping my Luna concert and trying to lighten the sound board so the etchings pop better. I also have a spruce merlin I'm tempted to wood burn. I need far more practice to pull that off though.
Wow, this uke looks so much better painted than it did before! Good color choices to give it that real 1970s feel. That's such a good idea to use a stock photo and Photoshop to plan a design. I have not painted a ukulele. I've always been too afraid to try for fear that the results will be ugly.
Jodi - Good job. Love the body. I have never painted a uke, but I have cleaned, sanded, stained, clear-sprayed, and hand-rubbed with mineral oil a 1950s Regan uke for a friend who bought it when she started college in 1950. With new strings, it looked and played probably better than when she bought it. My reward was tears, hugs and laughter from her. I am looking forward to your M600 sound comparison. Thank you. Rick
Hi Jodi. I love the way you painted the ukulele. I would definately buy a painted ukulele, like yours for instance, but I dont thimk I would venture to paint one myself as I'm not that artistic with painting. Not going to say never though. I think you did a very nice job and I like the cute headstock. Keep those great videos comimg as you have a lot of useful information.
I've never painted a ukulele before. I don't think I have the courage to do it hahah. I really like your art work on this one. Does painting an ukulele affects it's sound/ resonance? There are different opinions about it out there so I'm curious to know what you think... maybe on your next video you should do a sound comparison with before and after painting it sound samples 😉 Love your channel by the way!
Theoretically, it seems that it would alter the sound, but I’m not sure if it’s actually detectable or not. I may try a sound sample next time. Thanks!
Jodie I just started playing ukulele I have two but one is heavy gloss don't think it can be painted and my aklot and don't want to paint it.But have been wanting to get a cheap one to paint.Way back when I was in an all girl rock band in the 60's that's way back.I painted my double stack amplifier it was totally rad very much like you painted your Luna with peace signs and flowers our band was called( the forget- me- nots) .I never did see any other bands that did what I did.Now I wish i had not sold it .I do plan on painting a ukulele some day..You did a great job on yours brought back many memories.Hippy ....peace and love days.Love your channel . Thanks for your help I love learning new things about the sweet ukuleles
That's what a peace and love ukulele SHOULD look like. Well done! I love the idea of painting/customizing a ukulele. I'm definitely going to do it someday. I like the uke building kits too. My brother is getting married soon and I thought it would be a great gift to build a pair of ukuleles as a wedding present. Each one could be tailored to the bride and groom's interests and also have themes of things they do together. They don't play, but they would still look good on the wall. Maybe they'll be inspired to play a little. You inspire me. I inspire them. We'll see what happens.
I haven’t painted one yet. I have picked up a couple of very low end ukes at the thrift store with the intent to do makeovers. Unfortunately, I have very little artistic talent when it comes to painting so I’m a bit hesitant. I have, however, thought of printing images as decals so I can dress up the ukulele with them.
My daughter who is an artist has agreed to paint a ukulele for me. I have been struggling with this question: Buy an actual playable ukulele or a ukulele kit? Will it be art or an instrument? Should I do both? Love love love that you addressed this issue right now. Thanks. :)
