Category: Acrylic Painting Techniques
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A collection of creative project ideas to inspire your next acrylic painting
Acrylic painting is a fun way to express yourself. You can choose from lots of ideas, whether you’re just starting or have painted before. From simple color blocks to fancy gold leaf art, there’s something for everyone. This article lists five cool acrylic project types to get your creativity flowing. You’ll find easy stuff like…
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Advice for artists looking to transition from watercolor to acrylic painting
Switching from watercolor to acrylic painting is like starting a new adventure. Eileen McKenna did just this and learned a lot along the way, especially about paint application and keeping brushes clean. Watercolors are gentle and mix well with water, but they stay wet for longer. Acrylics dry quickly and won’t change once they’re dry.…
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Techniques for painting realistic skies and clouds using acrylic paints
Painting skies and clouds with acrylic paints is like unlocking a door to the sky. This type of paint dries fast and lets you blend colors well, perfect for making your clouds come alive. You’ll want to grab some key tools like the Arteza Premium Artist Paint set for lots of color choices, a scruffy…
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Practice exercises designed to enhance your acrylic painting techniques
Acrylic painting is a fun way to create colorful art. You use paints that dry fast and can look both shiny or matte. Jackie Miller showed us cool ways to paint in her video, “16 Acrylic Painting Techniques: A Studio Workshop”. She talked about using thick paints and scratching them for texture. But did you…
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Best practices for storing and preserving your finished acrylic works
Finished acrylic artworks are like treasures. You want to keep them safe and looking great for a long time. Protecting these pieces from harm is key, whether it’s from light, humidity, or even bugs. You’ll need the right stuff for the job, like acid-free packages and metal boxes. And guess what? It matters how you…
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Step-by-step guide to making your own acrylic paints at home
Making your own acrylic paints at home is a rewarding and ingenious approach to achieving the exact hues you desire. Doing so is more economical, allows you to create distinct paint characteristics, and avoids any undesirable ingredients. You will require elements such as an acrylic binder, dry pigment powders like Black Iron Oxide and Titanium…
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How to use acrylic markers to add details and accents to your paintings
Acrylic markers can enhance your paintings with vivid details and accents. They are versatile on a variety of surfaces including wood, metal, and glass. Utilize them for drawing letters or incorporating fine touches into your artwork. When selecting markers, consider Posca or Molotow brands for their extensive color range and compatibility with acrylic surfaces. Also,…
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Different ways to thin acrylic paints and when to use them
Acrylic paints are thick. Sometimes you want them thinner for your project. Adding water or other things can change how they work and look. But, add too much water, and it might not stick well or could crack. Some people use things like PVA glue instead of just water to keep the color bright but…
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Guide to unleashing creativity and creating stunning abstract pieces with acrylics
Acrylic paint lets you make bright and beautiful artwork that dries fast. You can build layers or textures to add depth. This guide will show you what you need, like different types of acrylic paints, brushes, palette knives, and the best kinds of paper for painting. You’ll learn simple ways to blend colors and how…
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Discussing the environmental impact of acrylic painting and how to minimize it
Acrylic paint adds color to our world, but it’s not all bright and fun. This type of paint is plastic-based, making it tough for nature to break down. Think about ocean animals dealing with tiny plastic bits from paints! Plus, some of the stuff in acrylics is toxic and can hurt both us and the…