Acrylic Painting Technique – Using Alcohol with Acrylic Paints

I found this really cool video on YouTube today from artist Howard L. Cowdrick.  He demonstrates a fascinating using alcohol.  It is a very interesting way to work with acrylics.  I know many artists get somewhat bored sometimes and are looking for ideas to breathe new life into their work and I hope this video helps inspire you!

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Acrylic Painting Technique – Large Painting Knives & Acrylic Gels

Peter Andrew educates artists on using Liquitex palette and painting knives to create textures with acrylic gels. Enjoy this .

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Art Lesson – Acrylic Painting Technique – Christine MacLellan

Art Lesson – Acrylic Painting Technique – Christine MacLellan

In this free , artist Christine MacLellan of Burning Oak Studios, demonstrates  several interesting techniques: scumbling, stippling and sponging.  See more instructional videos over at the YouTube page for Burning Oak Studios.  Enjoy!

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How to Paint with Acrylic Paint : Controlling Opacity & Brightness when Painting with Acrylics

How to Paint with Acrylic Paint : Controlling Opacity & Brightness when Painting with Acrylics

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Acrylic Painting Tips

If you have any experience with , you have probably already noticed that it is a fast drying medium. Many new artists squeeze far too much out on the palette and wind up wasting it. Make certain you do not squeeze out more than you need.

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Acrylic Painting Tip

If you ever find yourself with unused acrylic paint after a painting session, here is a great little tip to preserve your paint. Get yourself a bunch of those little film containers and use them to store your left over acrylic paint. The paint stays fresh for quite some time. I hope this has helped. Happy painting.

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