Description
Book SynopsisDiscover how easy, satisfying, and fun it is to create with acrylic paints and mediums in Creative Acrylics. Acrylics are one of the most
versatile, affordable, and accessible art mediums, and
you’ll learn all the tips, tricks, and techniques for blending colors and building texture, plus excellent instruction on how to paint a range of different subjects.
Confused about which types of paints to use, and how to use them?
Creative Acrylics cuts through the clutter and offers
clear fundamentals for working with a variety of paints and mediums to produce beautiful results. Acrylic paint is water-soluble, dries quickly, and is forgiving, making it perfect for those starting out. Begin your acrylic painting journey with an expert who will guide you through enjoyable techniques and projects as you
build confidence and ramp up your skills.
Step-by-step techniques, lessons, and projects cover a wi
Trade Review“An ideal instruction manual and guide for all skill levels [and] fun, practical, effective, and thoroughly art student friendly.” * Midwest Book Review *
"Creative Acrylics takes the mystery out of working with acrylic paint, exploring basic techniques and demonstrating how to apply them to a variety of projects. It is inspiring and encouraging, with professional tips for new painters that will help them to get good results, even with their first projects." * Foreword Reviews *
Table of Contents1
MATERIALS
Acrylic Paints
Substrates
Brushes
Mediums
Miscellaneous Tools
and Materials
2
GETTING STARTED
Setting Up Your Workspace
Color Theory
Basic Painting Techniques
3
STILL LIFES
A Simple Orange
Purple Grapes
Coffee Mug
Colorful Donuts
4
FLOWERS
Hydrangeas
Roses
Sunflowers
Floral Cluster
5
LANDSCAPES
AND SKIES
Sky and Clouds
Pastel Evening Sky
Sunset Cityscape
Snowy Mountains
6
ADORABLE ANIMALS
Koi Fish
Fluffy Puppy
Colorful Parrot
Tiger
7
PROJECTS
Painted Clay Pot
Cupcake Apron
Koi Pond Wooden Bowl
Floral Sneakers
Leather Tote Bag
Wooden Floral Brush Rest
TEMPLATES
RESOURCES
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
INDEX
