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Can I Paint Acrylics Over Oils?

Combining oils and acrylics in the same painting will allow you take advantage of the unique…

I’ve ruined a number of paintbrushes in my career as an artist. I’m guilty of violating…

If you’re wondering how long it takes for gesso to dry then you’re probably eager to…

Photography

It takes a long time to become proficient with Photoshop. As an artist you probably don’t…

Here are my top 17 tips for saving money on art supplies. I have developed these…

It’s common to experiment with different brands of acrylic paint to see which one you prefer….

If you buy a canvas from a store you may notice that it comes with small…

Thinking of taking up painting as a hobby? You may be wondering which painting medium is…

When people mention “Sky Blue” they are usually referring to a generic light blue color, instead…

I’ve never taken a painting class that teaches how to mix Red. If the class covers…

Some painting techniques work best with a paint that has a thin consistency, so you may…

If you’ve found some old tubes paint in your studio, you may wonder “does acrylic paint…

If your acrylic paintings contain dull and flat colors, the following tips will help you to…

Acrylic paints have a tendency to dry darker which can make it difficult to match colors….

Gesso is the foundation of your painting, so it’s important to learn how to use it…