Painting blog by Masha Eretnova
Masha Eretnova 
If you’re interested in learning more about acrylic pouring techniques, then this blog post is for you! We’ll go over the basics of what acrylic pouring is and why it’s so popular. Then we’ll show you 33 impressive acrylic pour painting ideas that are sure to provide inspiration for your next project. So grab your … Read more
The varnish is the final step for painting. It protects acrylic painting for years from all negative factors and makes it just even more beautiful. But most beginners do not know tricks on how to varnish an acrylic painting without ruining it. I’m going to share the exact varnishing process and varnishes I have used … Read more
Are you stuck on what color pink and yellow make? They go very well together but what if they are mixed? As background, I’m Masha, a crafter, acrylic painter, and certified teacher and I love mixing colors and explaining them! Mixing pink and yellow paints makes peachy orange color, and shades of orange. The different shades … Read more
Varnish is the final step for painting. When I just started I was terrified – there were so many contradictory posts about varnishing but all of them said, you could probably ruin your painting…Wait, what? You probably wondering: Should I varnish my acrylic painting at all? The short answer is that you don’t have to … Read more
Paint by numbers for adults is an accessible art form that allows beginners to create impressive paintings without prior experience. Tour Eiffel or portraits without years of practice – how cool is that? This painting technique divides a picture into shapes or patterns, each marked with a specific number corresponding to a particular color. With … Read more
Almost all acrylic paints are somehow satin or semi-gloss when they are wet or dry. But sometimes we need that extra sheen, that glass-like finish that is glossy and smooth. How to make acrylic paint shiny then you may ask? Quite easy I may say: To make acrylic paint shiny, mix the paint on the … Read more
Liquitex is one of my staple acrylics since 2020 and I finally decided to do this Liquitex Basics acrylics review to show you that they are truly one of the best acrylic paints on the market for beginners. I had already a few colors of Liquitex Basics that I often use for color mixing, and … Read more
Acrylic paint is a popular medium for artists, crafters, and DIY enthusiasts due to its versatility, durability, and ease of use. However, many people wonder, “Is acrylic paint water-based or oil-based pr chemical-based” as there are conflicting info online. The simple answer is yes, acrylic paint is a type of water-based paint. Acrylic paints are … Read more
Daler Rowney Simply Acrylic Paint is a budget-friendly line of acrylic paints that are designed for beginners and students, but is it a good paint set for $11? I have been painting with acrylics for the last 4 years and I tried Daler Rowney Simply acrylic paints. Let me share my thoughts with you on … Read more
Pebeo Studio acrylics are widely known and popular for both acrylic painting and acrylic pouring. One of my favorite pouring artists – Olga Soby – uses Pebeo acrylic paints! Are Pebeo paints any good value compared to Golden or Liquitex? Let’s find out in my first-hand experience test I will describe in this review. As … Read more