The invention belongs to the technical field of coatings and provides an artistic coating which comprises the following components in parts by weight: 5-10 parts of water, 0.16-0.24 parts of bentonite, 0.3-0.6 parts of cellulose, 0.1-0.3 parts of a pH regulator, 0.5-0.7 parts of a dispersing agent, 0.1-0.3 parts of a wetting agent, 0.1-0.3 parts of a defoaming agent, 3-5 parts of an anti-freezingagent, 25-35 parts of pure acrylic emulsion, 0.4-0.8 parts of a coalescing agent, 0.1-0.3 parts of a preservative, 0.1-0.3 parts of a mildew preventive, 3-6 parts of a wax aid, 3-6 parts of a coveringpolymer, 15-25 parts of pearl powder and 15-35 parts of quartz sand. Through the synergistic effect of the components, the construction difficulty of the coating is effectively reduced while the original basic performance of a paint film is maintained, and the artistic coating is endowed with good adhesive force, high stain resistance, high glossiness, decorative performance, low VOC and environmental friendliness.