Easy art ideas

Be a wallflower
These blossoms made from Resene wallpaper will be blooming...

Rust effect pot
It’s easy to create this fabulous faux rust effect plant pot...

Textured abstract painting
It’s easy to create a fabulous textured abstract painting...

Crackle vase
Turn a plain ceramic vase into a crackle masterpiece...

Antique frames
It’s easy to give a wooden picture frame an antique look...

Floating flowers
Create art using fluid paint and your own breath...

Deep blue see
Step into the wide blue yonder with a tonal colour palette...

Dog art
Create an artwork featuring your favourite doggy friend...

Wood dowel wall hanging
Recreate a scene from your favourite holiday location by painting it onto...

Flower power
Create a colourful bouquet that won’t need watering...

Colour your world
Turn wood scraps into a work of art with the Resene Colorwood wash range...

China stack sculpture
Do you have any pieces of china or pots you don’t use?...

Geometric wooden wall art
Brighten up your walls by making your own art in your favourite hues...

Paint pour light
Jazz up an old lampshade with this easy paint pouring technique...

3D art
Use plywood to make a 3D styled artwork in your favourite colours...

Wooden photo frame
Restore an old wooden photo frame with stain and varnish...

Kiwiana wall hanging
Get inspired by mid-century woodblock prints and make a wall hanging...

DIY abstraction
Want a weekend project that takes little time, effort or money...

Hang it up
Magnetic frames make it easy to change what’s on display...

Tui cute
Adorn your home with your very own piece of Kiwiana artwork...

Random wood art
Learn how to make colourful and random wood art with the help of Resene...

How to create abstract art
The trick to this is being free with your brush strokes...

Shape shifter
Create one-of-a-kind artwork that’s inexpensive, eye-catching...

Love letters
Make words that have meaning to you and your family...

Red painted pot
Team a red leafed flax with a red painted pot to create an instant garden...

Wallpaper print
It’s easy to use a stylish Resene wallpaper to create a fabulous...

Stone herb pot
It’s easy to create a fabulous faux stone effect herb pot...

Rusted sculpture
It’s easy to create a contemporary garden sculpture using reclaimed...

Easy DIY pretty leaf print
Enjoy the colours of autumn all year round with a leaf print...

Cane mat artworks
Add a touch of colour to your walls by painting cane mats...

Art deco artwork
Add colour to your walls with your own painted artwork...

Colourful arrow art
Grab some popsicle sticks and make this trendy arrow art...

Mother-of-pearl artwork
It’s hard to believe artwork was created using potato printing...

Paint your own artwork
Why not create your own statement piece using colours...

Peacock wall hanging
Paint this wall hanging using hand prints to make creative feathers...

Budgie art canvas
Paint this canvas in Resene Cleopatra and Resene Salsa...

Kids’ silhouettes
Make artwork from your families photos and paint in their favourite colours...

Wallpaper art
What do you do with your extra Resene Wallpaper? Create artwork...

Hidden surprises
There’s a painted-rock revival roaring through communities...

Paint your own garden art
Create an element of height in your garden with these zig-zag posts...

Landscape painter
Nikki's Kettle’s abstract piece was inspired by her local environment...

Wooden picture frame
Give an old wooden picture framea new lease of life with...

Whitewash art plinth
Turn a rough box into a shabby-chic art plinth...

Make your own modernist art
Release your inner Matisse with these easy-to-create canvas artworks...

Patterned pot
It’s easy to create this textured pattern using bubble wrap...

Lavender garden art
Turn a humble lavender plant into a piece of garden art...

Blue abstract painting
Use a selection of cool Resene blues to create this simple abstract...

Geometric painting
Use complementary colours to create this bold geometric painting...

Marbled painting
Use this simple pouring technique to create a fabulous marbled...

Metallic art
It’s easy to create this fun metallic abstract painting...

Abstract glass painting
It’s easy to create this vibrant reverse painting on glass...

Rusted abstract painting
Striking abstract painting made from an old canvas...

Wave painting
Create this stylish wave painting from scratch...

Abstract canvas
Transform an old photo canvas into an abstract masterpiece...

Lavender room freshener
It’s easy to create this simple room freshener...

Succulent window
It’s easy to create this piece of rustic garden art...

Personalise a print!
Add your own creative flair to a shop-bought art print...

Painted coat hanger art
Paint coat hangers to display your own abstract art...

How to create a autumn leaf print
With autumn’s falling leaves, now is the perfect time to get creative...

Artwork you can see in the dark
Create some artwork that can still be enjoyed well after the lights are out...

Crackle pot
It’s easy to transform a humble terracotta pot into a colourful...

Cactus painting
It’s easy to create this pop art inspired masterpiece...

Gold torso
Create this metallic masterpiece using a combination of soft gold...

Cucumber pot
Transform a plain terracotta pot into a work of art...

Splatter vase
See how to make this stylish two-tone splatter vase...

Circular abstract
It’s easy to create this circular abstract masterpiece...

Gilt picture frame
Transform an old ornate picture frame into a golden masterpiece...

Watering can plant holder
Learn how to make a vibrant watering can plant holder...

Warm abstract painting
Create this simple abstract painting using a selection of warm colours...

Garden sculpture
Make a simple garden sculpture using a section of tree branch...

Copper vase
Transform a plain ceramic vase into a fabulous copper masterpiece...

Metallic plant pot
It’s easy to transform an old terracotta pot into a metallic masterpiece...

Trinket box
It’s easy to transform a plain varnished box into a stylish trinket box...

Paint a metallic head
Create this metallic sculpture from a polystyrene mannequin head...

Make a marker board
Transform an old picture frame and piece of glass into this colourful...

Geometric painting
Create this simple geometric painting using masking tape and...

Painted head
It’s easy to turn a plain wooden souvenir head into a funky retro piece...

Terracotta pot
Transform a plain terracotta pot into a vibrant planter...

Golden lion
Turn a weathered concrete statue into a fabulous garden feature...

Wallpaper collage
See how to make a simple collage from old wallpaper...

Antique frame
It’s easy to create a traditional looking picture frame...

Retro clock
Create a stylish retro clock with Resene Shiraz...

Landscape
Use a selection of greens to paint this landscape...

Cool abstract painting
Create a stylish abstract artwork using a subtle selection...

Mirror frame
Learn how to make a metallic textured frame for a mirror...

Metallic bust
It’s easy to turn a plain mannequin bust into a metallic masterpiece...

Retro frame
Transform a plastic picture frame into a retro feature...

Glass painting
Let the background wall colour show through...

Gilt frame
Textured gilt frame made using Resene paints...

String art
Fabulous retro look 1970s inspired artwork made from string...

Copper bowl
A metallic-effect bowl from plaster and Resene testpots...

Hot chilli pot
Turn a ‘long tom’ planter into a fabulous hot chilli pot...

Poured paint art
Make your own masterpiece to reflect your home's colour palette...

Art Deco wall stencil
To make your own, choose a stencil pattern and print it out on to card...

Wood slat picture
Paint your own colour gradient artwork in your favourite colours...

Peeping eyes op shop art
Make a custom artwork with accents of your favourite colours...

Union Jack pallet art
Show your allegiance with a Union Jack, painted on a pallet...

DIY quote art
Find a piece that inspires you & give it new life by painting a quote over it...

Ply oh my
How to make wall art with some affordable on-trend materials...

Hot colours - colour blocking
Jazz up your home with blocks of solid colour...

Crackle painting
Make an abstract painting with Resene Crackle effect...

Cubist sculpture
Create this sleek cubist sculpture from a piece of reclaimed native timber...

Button picture
Create this fun and funky button picture with a little bit of help...

Wooden abstract
Make this subtle contemporary artwork from an old wooden...

Wallpaper art
Turn a simple wooden frame and a piece of patterned wallpaper...

Blackboard mug
Turn simple ceramic mugs into a work of art...

Gold face plaque
Transform a terracotta wall plaque into a fabulous piece of garden art...

Blackboard art
Create and change with this retro-inspired blackboard artwork...

Painted plate
Create this ‘Good Luck’ wall plate using a selection of Resene colours...

Mosaic art panel
Create this eye-catching piece of outdoor art using a selection of...

Black & white abstract
Create a striking abstract painting using contrasting Resene colours...

Watercolour abstract
Create this stunning watercolour abstract with Resene testpots...

Butterfly collage
Turn a humble wooden frame into a pretty butterfly picture...

Retro portrait
Turn a portrait print from an art magazine into a masterpiece...

Woodgrain landscape
Transform a plain piece of plywood into a stunning colourful landscape...

Potpourri bowl
Create this natural air freshener from a simple terracotta bowl...

Christmas candle
Make a simple terracotta pot and saucer into a festive Christmas...

Surrealist painting
Turn an old framed print into a retro masterpiece...

Psychedelic abstract
Create a vibrant geometric abstract painting using two contrasting...

Cameo jewellery box
Turn a plain wooden box into a Wedgwood-inspired jewellery box...

Horseshoes
Create distinctively different decorative
horseshoes...

Splatter plate
Create this stylish ceramic glazed-effect wall plate...

Christmas candleholder
Create this fabulous gold centrepiece for a Christmas dinner table...

Geometric painting
Brighten up a dark wall with this colourful abstract painting...

Polka dot planter
Brighten up your deck or patio with this retro-look polka dot planter...

Green abstract painting
Use a selection of green Resene testpots to create this vibrant abstract...

Dressing table
Give a tired old bedroom dressing table a fresh new look...

Striped abstract
Combine Resene Sandtex with a contrasting two colour stripe...

Glass candle holder
Create this stylish textured glass candle holder using...

Painted shell frame
Create this coastal-inspired picture frame with the help of Resene...

Rainbow mailbox
Inspired fabulous seventies mailbox uses the whole spectrum...

Copper garden light
Cool copper garden light – a perfect addition to your summer...

Painted wall plaque
Transform a simple terracotta wall plaque into a fabulous piece...

Wallpaper collage painting
Transform an old picture frame into a beautiful antique-effect collage...

Flower mask
Create this theatrical piece of wall art using a blank mask...

Feature wall panels
Use a combination of complementary Resene colours to create...

Chest of drawers
Transform an old chest of drawers into a smart modern piece of furniture...

Textured abstract painting
Create this fabulous textured abstract painting...

Matisse painting
Create a real impression with this Matisse-inspired masterpiece...

Kiwiana planter
Transform a terracotta pot into a fun Kiwi planter with a few testpots...

Metallic vase
Combine Resene Crackle Effect with Resene Metallic paint to create...

Velvet painting
Create a kitsch retro-looking artwork by painting on black velvet...

Abstract metallic panel
Use a combination of Resene Enamacryl Metallic paints to create a...

Decoupage hat box
Transform a plain hatbox into a thing of beauty with the help of Resene...

Retro fashion picture
A fabulous fashion artwork with craft supplies and Resene paints...

Paua necklace stand
Transform a papier mache mannequin into a fun necklace stand...

Gold textured painting
Create a fabulous textured abstract painting...

Crackle statue
Create this stylish modern statue with Resene Crackle Effect...

Reverse painting
Paint in reverse on glass to create a unique piece of abstract art...

Poppy firescreen
Create a stylish Art Nouveau firescreen using a simple palette...

Retro 50s table
Turn an old wooden side table into a fabulous retro feature...

Monochrome landscape
Create a subtle landscape painting using Resene testpots...

Metallic Bhudda
Transform a Buddha statue into a real work of art...

Metal mirror
Create a cool and contemporary framed mirror...

Art Deco painting
Recreate the famous ‘crocus’ pattern of Clarice Cliff...

1960s wall unit
Classic pegboard and MDF combine to create this cool 1960s...

Cool clown
Brighten up your kid's room with this groovy original artwork...

Clothes stand
Create a cool clothes stand with a mannequin torso...

Abstract painting
Brighten up any modern interior with this easily created abstract painting...

Teddy toybox
Create a fabulous teddy bear toybox using plywood and...

Metallic filing cabinet
Transform a wooden filing cabinet into a sleek piece of office furniture...

Green tiki sculpture
This cool green tiki sculpture would look great in any retro pad...

3D Rose
Transform an old picture frame into a fabulous 3D rose painting...

Groovy CD tower
Get hip with this cool colourful wooden CD tower...

Metallic planter
Make a real style statement with this sleek metallic planter...

Shabby chic table
Get the distressed look with this elegant shabby chic table...

Gold abstract form
Create a touch of class with this sculpture that looks...

Retro-look canvas
Get cool and funky with this stylish retro-look canvas...

Paint a leaf picture
Leaves are big in art prints right now and are simple enough to create yourself...

Paint a picture
Learn how to paint a picture with these step-by-step instructions...

Making mosaics
Create a mosaic by decorating a polystyrene ball with coloured tiles...

Spill art
Learn how to create your own paint spill art. Create a masterpiece...

Potted colour
Transform a plain concrete planter into an eye-catching work of modern art...

Wooden picture frame
It’s easy to transform an old wooden picture frame using...

Vintage welcome sign
A vintage print can make a great welcome sign for your home...

Create scrabble art
Repurpose some old Scrabble tiles and picture frames to create word art...

Paint a terrazzo pot
Update a boring old plant pot with an on-trend terrazzo paint effect!...

Retro kitchen artwork
Take retro inspiration from old kitchen utensils that you can no longer use...

Paint a woven plate
Put your own spin on a current wall art trend by painting on woven plates...

Paint a picture frame
Update an old picture frame with bright new paint colour...

Paint a vase
Brighten up a beige pottery vase with a bold new colour and pattern...