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Acrylics are a great entry medium for artist, but are tough to master. Learn more about this complex and challenging medium.

The Best Acrylic Paints Reviewed

October 6, 2020September 4, 2018 by Mary Fischer
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When selecting a quality acrylic paint, there are a variety of factors to consider including vibrancy, consistency, lightfastness, permanence, brand color selection, and most importantly, how it performs. After researching …

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Here’s How You REALLY Should Be Thinning Your Acrylic Paint

October 6, 2020December 11, 2017 by Mary Fischer
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So, the other day I got a few acrylic paints from a friend for my birthday. Not only was I incredibly pleased with this fine gesture, I knew I could …

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5 Paper-Like Surfaces That Work With Your Acrylic Paints

October 6, 2020December 7, 2017 by Mary Fischer
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Whether you are an acrylic artist that is looking to take their studio beyond the four walls and paint plein air, or are simply looking for a new surface to …

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How To Get Dried Acrylic Paint Out Of Brushes

October 6, 2020November 30, 2017 by Mary Fischer
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There it was, sitting on the edge of my palette… …my favorite sable hair bristle brush… …coated in burnt umber that I used for an underpainting. As I just wrapped …

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How To Make An Acrylic Painting Waterproof

October 6, 2020April 25, 2017 by Mary Fischer
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Acrylic paints are great for painting many things, even objects that will be stored outside, like a birdhouse. While the paint might stick to your painting surface, if it’s exposed …

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How to Make Acrylic Paint Thicker

October 6, 2020April 19, 2017 by Mary Fischer
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Working with acrylic paint is a choice that many artists embrace when painting due to its ability to dry quickly and because acrylic paint is extremely versatile. Acrylic paints themselves …

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