Painting blog by Masha Eretnova
Everything related to acrylic painting process, including acrylic painting supplies
Getting some supplies for your next art project does not have to be a complicated venture. If you are choosing better tempera and acrylic you want to consider a few differences they have and the limitations tempera offers. I have been painting and testing art supplies for the last 4 years and in my inventory … Read more
You come to an art supplies store and you are captivated by the variety of colors, tubes, and tools. Where to start which should you choose deciding watercolor vs acrylic? What is the difference between acrylic and watercolor and which should you choose? Both acrylic and watercolor paint are water-based and beginner-friendly. But acrylic paint … Read more
Acrylic paint is a versatile type of paint that can be used on many surfaces, so it’s not surprising how often acrylic brushes are used. Acrylic paints become sticky if left in contact with a brush for too long. To avoid this problem and keep your brushes lasting longer, you should clean acrylic paint brushes … Read more
When it comes to painting, there’s a decent amount of debate as to whether you should use oil or acrylic paint. Both have their pros and cons and while both are significantly different, they can be used to produce incredibly similar paintings. So the question “Can I mix oil and acrylic paint?” is legitimate as we … Read more
Acrylic painting is a versatile, fun-to-use, and very performant medium. A beginner starts to paint with a wet brush on a dry canvas, but there is so much to explore. Technically, I’ve learned what acrylic painting techniques are called after I tried them experimenting. Be curious, be creative and you will find your own techniques. … Read more
Is there a can of acrylic paint sitting in your garage? This is that time of the year when a little home project sounds good; why don’t we paint a mailbox or garage door? Acrylics are well-known for durability and nice colors on canvas and walls, but can you use acrylic paint on metal, or … Read more
Acrylics are versatile and one of the most popular mediums for painting. It is easier than watercolor and oil to learn how to use acrylic paint on canvas but still, acrylics offer you an incredible variety of techniques and paintings look amazing and are sold for hundreds of thousands. To paint with acrylic on canvas … Read more
Excited to start acrylic painting but not sure what will be the right first step? Acrylics are amazing for beginners in art. They are easier to use, dry faster, last longer and are cheaper than oils or watercolor. Here are some acrylic painting tips I’ve learned by reading, attending classes and painting for last 4 … Read more
If you are about to give a new life to your door or cabinets the last thing you need is a brush stroke – it will be like a sore! It is absolutely possible to prevent brush strokes and marks painting walls and furniture and I will share a few tricks. And if you already … Read more
Acrylic is highly versatile and works for almost any project, including glass, windows, and even stained glass. You can use acrylic paints on glass, but it won’t be as easy as canvas painting and you need special acrylics. Acrylic for glass and acrylic enamel paints work best on glass and stick permanently. They can be … Read more