The feeling of painting for the first time is a strange feeling. The excitement to see what the final result will look like. But then, painting for the first time can really be quite fun. You have a lot of freedom to paint whatever your heart desires. Sometimes you finish it up and it looks good. Other times you realize there’s a lot more work to do on it.
It’s overwhelming to stand in front of an easel with a blank canvas. Having a blank canvas can cause painters to freeze up and feel like they’re missing out on a great opportunity. Oftentimes I’ve experienced the thought, ‘I have to go paint’ — but then that anxiety creeps in when deciding which painting technique to use.
We all started somewhere, that’s what they always say. It’s a good thing to remember for yourself, but also for others. When you see a newbie art student struggling to learn the ropes, you can give them a piece of advice like this one.
Here is the list of my first painting quotes to inspire every artist beginner and pro alike. These hand-picked my first painting quotes have been curated by me to give you access to an incredible library of inspiring my first painting quotes and sayings.
My first painting was a blank canvas. I was free to paint as I pleased, to create what was in my heart. After then, I started painting and I saw that my painting got better. That first painting still is my favourite though and I’m sharing it with you all.
1. My first painting was an abstract expressionist, which was created with only my fingers and a coffee mug. It was exhilarating. It was hard. But in the end, it was so worth it.
2. My first painting, finished early this morning. What a beautiful way to start the day!
3. I was so excited to be painting my first artwork. I still feel the thrill that came with painting my first piece.
4. The feeling of painting for the first time is like when you get your very first piece of art in a gallery.
5. I am still amazed by the feeling of painting for the first time. This is exactly why I love what I do
6. The first time I painted, the painting didn’t really matter to me. The only thing that mattered was the feeling of being creative and happy with my creation.
7. There is a special joy in painting for the first time. It’s like opening a new window into your imagination, letting it in and seeing what you can create there. I felt this too.
8. My first painting is amazing. It’s me, but I just made it in a picture.
9. My first painting was a failed attempt at painting a barber pole. In my second painting, I started with the same colour scheme and ended up going in a completely different direction.
10. Although I was undecided about my first painting. But now I have confidence and know what it takes to produce art that speaks to me
11. My first painting was terrible, and so was my last one. But then, I enjoyed every moment of it.
12. Your first painting is never supposed to be perfect, mine wasn’t. We are all learning together.
13. The first time I painted on a canvas, it felt like pure happiness.
14. My first painting was a bit disappointing. But the second one is so much better.
15. To the first person who sees the painting, to the last person who looks at it. I love my first painting.
16. I’m so thankful and blessed to have a painting career, my first one!
17. I had a feeling of happiness when I painted for the first time.
18. I am painting for the first time, so I decided to look at my surroundings and see how it feels.
19. This is my first time painting. I’m excited and nervous at the same time.
20. I’m not sure what to expect from my first painting experience. But I know it will be wonderful.
21. I tried to paint something simple and sweet that I feel right now, a warm feeling of satisfaction.
22. At first, you’re nervous. But when you get over that, you feel free and happy with the world. That’s the feeling that came with my first painting too.
23. My first painting is a memory of my childhood, now I have surrounded it with new memories and hope it will last a lifetime.
24. I’m so excited I finally finished my very first painting, can you believe it was only three weeks ago?
25. My first painting took a long process. But it is not boring or complicated.
26. I love art! I never know what colour I’m going to choose until the moment it comes out of the tube. My first painting was blue. I think it was called ‘inspiration.’
27. Remember your first painting. Do you know what you were thinking when you painted that first one? Oh, it’s something else now. That’s the way it is with every good painter.
28. I’m so excited to be painting my first artwork. This may take me a while, but I’m ready for the adventure.
29. I’m sure you can relate to the feeling of being intimidated by the thought of painting something. But don’t be afraid, it takes time to get good at it.
30. Painting for the first time—was it scary? Yes. Was it fun? Absolutely, and I’m looking forward to doing more in the future.
31. I love how the first time you paint a little bit of your soul onto that canvas. The colours, emotions, and memories you’ve kept bottled up inside finally come out to play. It’s like watching a butterfly coming out of its cocoon.
32. My first painting was not a masterpiece, but it was still the best thing I ever made.
33. My first painting was a mess, and my second painting was sloppy, but you see in time they come together to form something beautiful.
34. I started painting because I’m passionate about the arts and thought that would be the best way to contribute.
35. The first painting you do is the most important one you’ll ever do. That was what someone told me and it’s the truth
36. This is my first time painting for me, but I will do better next time.
37. I painted this painting for the first time and it was a lot of fun. It was so interesting to see what could come out of me.
38. My first painting was just a few random brushstrokes, but my best work has been done by letting the paint guide me.
39. I’ve never been happier with my paintings than I am now—it’s like every time I pick up a brush, I get an answer to a question that was in the back of my mind for years.
40. I had a dream to paint, and now I can say I’ve painted. I feel so fulfilled already.
41. My first painting is a very special thing for me. It’s like creating with my hands and eyes, a visual journey into the world of imagination.
42. The first painting is the most important. The first paintings are the hardest to do but the most rewarding.
43. You don’t need to be a painter to make beautiful art. All you need is an open mind and some patience.
44. My first painting was the hardest, but it gets easier from there.
45. I’m still not sure what my first painting means, but it’s very pretty!
46. I can’t believe I just painted my first painting! This was a super fun experience, and I’m so proud of myself.
47. I’m so happy with my first painting, I could cry. My first painting was a gift from the universe. The colours are vivid and intense.
48. My first painting was a bit of a learning experience! But I love how it turned out.
49. First painting, first experience—what a day. I had to take my time with this one, as it was my first painting ever. But I’m so happy with the result!
50. The first painting is always the hardest, but the second and third are the easiest.
In the end, I hope that this post of my first painting quotes has given you some direction in your journey towards painting and has maybe even encouraged you to give it a chance. I know that you’ll get better at it if you just try it. Everybody does.
So go ahead and give it a shot!