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The best types of brushes for acrylic paint are synthetic bristles, though natural fibers can also be used. Choose the best brush material, size and shape with a demonstration from an...

Preparing the canvas for painting with acrylics involves applying a layer of gesso on the surface as a foundation. Prepare a canvas for painting with a demonstration from an award-winning artist...

Techniques for acrylic painting include layering the paint for a thick texture, blending the colors while they are still wet and dragging the paint in a dry-brush method. Practice various...

Painting with dots, also known as pointillism, can be done using a Q-tip or a very small paintbrush. Create a painting inspired by pointillism with a demonstration from an award-winning artist in...

Winter landscapes often only require various shades of white and blue to illustrate snow. Paint a winter landscape with a demonstration from an award-winning artist in this free video on painting...

Painting with acrylics allows much room for experimentation, as acrylics are a versatile medium for many different projects. Get tips on using this medium with a demonstration from an...

When painting portraits in acrylics, begin with a solid foundation color and build up shadows and highlights on top. Create a simple portrait painting with a demonstration from an award-winning...

To paint water in acrylics, lay down a foundation color and add various hues of blue along the surface. Create a water effect in acrylics with a demonstration from an award-winning artist in this...

Artists' canvases are available in cotton or linen, in thin- or thick-graded material, and loose or stretched. Choose the right kind of canvas for your painting project with a demonstration from...

Acrylic glazing refers to layering transparent pigments on top of each other to achieve a watercolor-like effect. Mix a glazing medium into acrylic pigment with a demonstration from an...

Acrylic paint can mimic both oil paint and watercolor effects simply by either mixing in thick gel medium or by diluting the pigment with water. Treat acrylics as either oils or watercolors with a...

Choosing the right brush for acrylics depends greatly on the project, as large paintbrushes work well for backgrounds and smaller brushes are perfect for adding detail. Use a variety of brush...

The benefits of painting with acrylics include the fast drying time, allowing the artist to build up layers quickly, as well as its versatility to achieve different textures. Weigh the pros of...

Acrylic paints are a versatile medium that can be treated much like oil paints or even like watercolor paints. Experiment using acrylic paints for a variety of effects with a demonstration from an...

When painting a landscape in acrylic paints, it is best to apply broad layers of color for the background before adding in the foreground details. Create a sweeping landscape on canvas with a...

Painting leaves and flowers using acrylics is best done by using a pointed paintbrush to achieve a simple petal shape. Paint a simple image of flowers, stems and leaves with a demonstration from...

Acrylic glazing is a painting process similar to oil painting where translucent paint is layered on top of each other creating depth and interest. Practice glazing acrylic colors with a...

To control the opacity and brightness of acrylic paint, simply add more pigment for a heavier look, or mix the paint with water or gel medium for more transparency. Create various effects and...

The trick to painting with acrylics is to become comfortable with the quick drying time, which can be both an advantage and disadvantage. Practice various techniques using acrylic paints with a...

The trick to painting shadows and highlights in acrylics is to mix complementary colors for the shadow and to tint white paint for the highlights. Create a three-dimensional effect in paint with a...

To set up a color palette for acrylic paint, apply a small dab of red, yellow, blue, white and black pigment onto a surface with plenty of room for mixing. Create a basic color palette with a...

Acrylic gels are available in a variety of consistencies and textures, and they can also help extend the drying time of acrylic paint. Mix pigments into acrylic gels with a demonstration from an...

Large painting knives, also know as palette knives, can be used to spread acrylic paint across a canvas in a variety of textures. Use palette knives to apply acrylic paint to canvas with a...

A great way to achieve texture using acrylic paints is to use unconventional tools in place of a paintbrush, such as a toothbrush or a palette knife. Find ways to achieve texture on a canvas with...

Painting a tree using acrylic paints simply involves dragging a paint-loaded brush in an upward, organic fashion for the trunk and adding small green brushstrokes for the leaves. Create a painting...

The principles of composition include unity, balance, movement, rhythm, focus, pattern and proportion. Understand each aspect of a good painting composition with a demonstration from an...

Using mediums with acrylic paints can prolong their drying time, build up texture or thin out the pigment. Use a variety of acrylic mediums on canvas with a demonstration from an award-winning...

To mix colors, you'll want to start off with the basic primary colors and use water to get a nice consistency in the paint. Mix colors properly with tips from an award-winning artist in this free...

Knowing color basics is crucial for blending colors and gaining a nice richness from your paint. Learn color basics from an award-winning artist in this free video on acrylic painting.

To paint a sky, you'll want to lay out all the base colors for the sky to be able to go back and forth between colors. Paint a sky using acrylic paint with help from an award-winning artist in...

When painting moonlit night sky clouds, remember that these clouds will blend in more with background than daytime clouds. Discover how to paint moonlit night sky clouds with tips from an...

This acrylic painting demonstration is a great way to discover the techniques used and what to be aware while using acrylic paint. Watch this acrylic painting demonstration from an award-winning...

When beginning to paint with acrylic, it's important to remember that you can blend colors right on the canvas. Learn beginning techniques for acrylic painting with help from an award-winning...

To paint a duck using acrylic paint, you'll use various techniques with the brush by using the edges and pushing and pulling. Discover how to paint ducks using acrylic paint with guidance from an...

Sketching shapes using acrylic paint can be done by utilizing different brushes for the various shapes. Sketch shapes in acrylic paint with tips from an award-winning artist in this free video on...

To paint the bark on a tree, you should start with the darker base color and then add highlights over the top. Learn to paint bark on a tree with help from an award-winning artist in this free...

When using acrylic paints, there are so many different techniques you can use to get the look you're after. Discover how to best use acrylic paints with tips from an award-winning artist in this...

Hobby painting can be a lot of fun and you can paint anything you like, such as a wooden box for jewelry. Start painting as a hobby with tips from an award-winning artist in this free video on...

Acrylic painting workshops can be set up to your liking, but you'll definitely want to keep your brushes, paints and trays organized. Set up your acrylic painting workshop with advice from an...

There are several brush techniques to use that can really help add great effects to your painting. Learn these brush techniques with guidance from an award-winning artist in this free video on...

When using a dry brush for acrylic painting, you need to be sure there is no water on the brush at all. Use a dry brush for your painting from an award-winning artist in this free video on acrylic...

Improving your acrylic painting can be easy because once dried, you can go over it and add more detail. Improve on your acrylic painting skills with help from an award-winning artist in this free...

When painting with acrylic, a great way to start is to fill in the whole background first. Discover how to paint with acrylic medium from an award-winning artist in this free video on acrylic...

A palette knife can be used in the same way as icing a cake to make a nice smooth effect with your paint. Use a palette knife with acrylic paints with tips from an award-winning artist in this...

To keep acrylic paint from drying too fast, make sure to only squeeze out tiny amounts onto your palette at one time. Keep your acrylic paint from drying with advice from an award-winning artist...

To paint simple clouds in the sky, it's best to paint your blue sky first and then add the clouds on top. Learn to paint simple clouds with help from an award-winning artist in this free video on...

When painting a canvas picture, you should definitely consider painting in the entire background first. Get started painting your canvas picture with tips from an award-winning artist in this free...

Incorporating movement into a figure drawing requires a basic understand of the human motor functions. Create movement and interest in a drawing with a demonstration from a professional...

Combining various drawing techniques to draw people is a great way to include the proper proportions, pose and details into the image. Sketch out the human figure with a demonstration from a...

When drawing an old man's face, it is important to incorporate natural-looking wrinkles around the mouth and eyes. Render an image of an elderly face with a demonstration from a professional...