The Essential Painting Community Recommend a Resource Post Library

Finding the best tools, tutorials, and inspiration can be overwhelming for painters. That is why sharing trusted resources is so valuable in our community. Use these Recommend a Resource templates to spark helpful exchanges and make it easy for everyone to benefit from collective knowledge.

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Why This Works

Inviting members to share their favorite resources taps into the power of collective wisdom. When people recommend tools, articles, or videos that genuinely helped them, it builds trust and creates practical value for the group. This approach also lowers the barrier to participation, since recommending a resource is an easy entry point for all types of members.

These posts foster a culture of generosity and continuous learning. As more resources are shared, members feel empowered to contribute and try new things, leading to higher engagement and a stronger sense of community. The simple act of explaining why a resource works well adds a layer of authenticity and encourages thoughtful discussions.

41 Ready-to-Use Templates

1

What painting tutorial has made the biggest difference for you Share the link or title.

💡 Example: "What painting tutorial has made the biggest difference for you Share the link or title."

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Average #tutorial #learning #video
2

Recommend your favorite brush or tool and tell us why you love it.

💡 Example: "Recommend your favorite brush or tool and tell us why you love it."

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Irregular #tools #personal #equipment
3

Is there a painting podcast or YouTube channel you follow Share a link for us to check out.

💡 Example: "Is there a painting podcast or YouTube channel you follow Share a link for us to check out."

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Average #media #audio #video
4

Drop a link to an inspiring artist's website you think everyone should see.

💡 Example: "Drop a link to an inspiring artist's website you think everyone should see."

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Frequent #artist #inspiration #web
5

Share a painting book that helped you level up your skills.

💡 Example: "Share a painting book that helped you level up your skills."

🟢 Low Engagement Barrier 👤 Lurker #book #learning
6

Have you used any painting apps for color mixing or sketching Share your favorite and how you use it.

💡 Example: "Have you used any painting apps for color mixing or sketching Share your favorite and how you use it."

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Average #apps #digital #tools
7

What website do you visit for painting references Share a link or two.

💡 Example: "What website do you visit for painting references Share a link or two."

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Frequent #references #web
8

Recommend a helpful Instagram account for painting tips or inspiration.

💡 Example: "Recommend a helpful Instagram account for painting tips or inspiration."

🟢 Low Engagement Barrier 👤 Lurker #social #inspiration
9

What is your go-to palette or color mixing guide Share how it helps your process.

💡 Example: "What is your go-to palette or color mixing guide Share how it helps your process."

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Average #color #guide #process
10

Is there a painting challenge or hashtag you have joined Share your experience.

💡 Example: "Is there a painting challenge or hashtag you have joined Share your experience."

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Average #challenge #social
11

Share a free online course or workshop that is great for painters.

💡 Example: "Share a free online course or workshop that is great for painters."

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Frequent #course #learning #free
12

What newsletter or blog keeps you inspired about painting Subscribe and share the link.

💡 Example: "What newsletter or blog keeps you inspired about painting Subscribe and share the link."

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Average #newsletter #blog #inspiration
13

Which painting supply store offers the best deals Share your favorite shop and why.

💡 Example: "Which painting supply store offers the best deals Share your favorite shop and why."

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Irregular #shopping #supplies
14

Found a great video on painting techniques Share it with us.

💡 Example: "Found a great video on painting techniques Share it with us."

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Average #video #technique
15

What online gallery or portfolio site do you use to showcase your art Share a link.

💡 Example: "What online gallery or portfolio site do you use to showcase your art Share a link."

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Frequent #gallery #portfolio #web
16

Recommend a resource for learning about painting composition.

💡 Example: "Recommend a resource for learning about painting composition."

🟢 Low Engagement Barrier 👤 Lurker #composition #learning
17

Have you tried any paint brands that surprised you Share your experience.

💡 Example: "Have you tried any paint brands that surprised you Share your experience."

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Irregular #brands #supplies
18

What is the best resource for understanding painting styles or movements Share your pick.

💡 Example: "What is the best resource for understanding painting styles or movements Share your pick."

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Average #history #styles
19

Share a tip or resource that helped you overcome artist's block.

💡 Example: "Share a tip or resource that helped you overcome artist's block."

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Average #motivation #tips
20

What online community or forum do you recommend for connecting with other painters

💡 Example: "What online community or forum do you recommend for connecting with other painters"

🟢 Low Engagement Barrier 👤 Lurker #community #forum
21

Is there a paint mixing tutorial you found super helpful Please share the link.

💡 Example: "Is there a paint mixing tutorial you found super helpful Please share the link."

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Average #tutorial #color #video
22

Share your favorite resource for learning about perspective in painting.

💡 Example: "Share your favorite resource for learning about perspective in painting."

🟢 Low Engagement Barrier 👤 Lurker #perspective #learning
23

What reference photo site do you use for landscapes Share a link if you can.

💡 Example: "What reference photo site do you use for landscapes Share a link if you can."

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Average #reference #landscape
24

Recommend a painting technique video that taught you something new.

💡 Example: "Recommend a painting technique video that taught you something new."

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Average #technique #video
25

Is there a newsletter that keeps you updated on painting trends Share a signup link.

💡 Example: "Is there a newsletter that keeps you updated on painting trends Share a signup link."

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Frequent #newsletter #trends
26

What is your must-read blog or website for painting tips Share the URL.

💡 Example: "What is your must-read blog or website for painting tips Share the URL."

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Average #blog #tips
27

Share a helpful painting resource for absolute beginners.

💡 Example: "Share a helpful painting resource for absolute beginners."

🟢 Low Engagement Barrier 👤 Lurker #beginner #resource
28

Have you found a resource that helps with painting portraits Please share it.

💡 Example: "Have you found a resource that helps with painting portraits Please share it."

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Average #portrait #learning
29

What is the best online store for affordable painting supplies Share your experience.

💡 Example: "What is the best online store for affordable painting supplies Share your experience."

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Irregular #shopping #supplies
30

Recommend a painting challenge that helped you grow as an artist.

💡 Example: "Recommend a painting challenge that helped you grow as an artist."

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Average #challenge #growth
31

Is there a resource for learning digital painting you would recommend

💡 Example: "Is there a resource for learning digital painting you would recommend"

🟢 Low Engagement Barrier 👤 Lurker #digital #learning
32

What brush cleaning hacks or products do you recommend Share your method.

💡 Example: "What brush cleaning hacks or products do you recommend Share your method."

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Frequent #maintenance #tips
33

Share a resource that improved your understanding of color theory.

💡 Example: "Share a resource that improved your understanding of color theory."

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Average #color #theory
34

What online painting community do you visit for feedback on your work

💡 Example: "What online painting community do you visit for feedback on your work"

🟢 Low Engagement Barrier 👤 Lurker #community #feedback
35

Recommend a resource for learning about light and shadow in painting.

💡 Example: "Recommend a resource for learning about light and shadow in painting."

🟢 Low Engagement Barrier 👤 Lurker #light #shadow #learning
36

Have you read an article that changed your painting process Share it below.

💡 Example: "Have you read an article that changed your painting process Share it below."

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Average #article #process
37

What is a must-have painting supply you discovered recently Share a link or name.

💡 Example: "What is a must-have painting supply you discovered recently Share a link or name."

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Frequent #supplies #discovery
38

Share a video or article that explains a tricky painting technique.

💡 Example: "Share a video or article that explains a tricky painting technique."

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Average #video #article #technique
39

What resource do you use for finding painting competitions or exhibitions

💡 Example: "What resource do you use for finding painting competitions or exhibitions"

🟢 Low Engagement Barrier 👤 Irregular #events #competitions
40

Recommend a painting app for tracking your progress or ideas.

💡 Example: "Recommend a painting app for tracking your progress or ideas."

🟢 Low Engagement Barrier 👤 Lurker #app #tracking
41

Is there a Facebook group or Discord server you recommend for painters Share the invite link.

💡 Example: "Is there a Facebook group or Discord server you recommend for painters Share the invite link."

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Frequent #social #community

How to Use These Templates

Start by posting one of these templates to prompt members to suggest their favorite painting resources. Encourage them to link, mention, or describe how they use the resource in their own practice. Rotate prompts regularly to surface a variety of tools, guides, and inspirations. Consider pinning or collecting the best responses for easy future reference. Always thank contributors to reinforce positive sharing behavior.

Best Practices

  • Be specific about the type of resource you are seeking or recommending.
  • Encourage members to explain how the resource helped their painting journey.
  • Regularly highlight and thank members who share valuable resources.
  • Facilitate easy access by asking for direct links or clear titles.
  • Curate a living list or pinned post of the top community-recommended resources.

All Platforms Tips

Since these templates are designed for all platforms, adapt the format to fit your space. On forums, use threads for ongoing resource lists. On social media, encourage replies or use story features for quick sharing. In group chats or messaging apps, pin key recommendations for easy access.

Frequently Asked Questions

How often should I use Recommend a Resource templates in my painting community

Aim to post a Recommend a Resource prompt weekly or biweekly to keep resource sharing active but not overwhelming.

What types of resources are best to recommend for painters

Share tutorials, supply guides, technique videos, inspirational artists, and practical tools or apps that support painting.

How can I encourage more members to participate in these posts

Tag members, thank contributors, and highlight top suggestions to create a welcoming atmosphere and motivate participation.

Should I moderate resource recommendations for quality or safety

Yes, review shared links or descriptions to ensure resources are relevant, safe, and helpful before featuring them prominently.

Can I collect and organize recommended resources for easy access

Absolutely. Create a pinned post, shared document, or dedicated channel for top community-approved resources.

Is it okay to recommend paid resources or products

Yes, as long as you are transparent about costs and avoid spam. Encourage honest reviews and a balance of free and paid options.

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