Painting Tips and Tricks with Marianne Vander Dussen – Tagged "acrylic painting"

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Acrylic Painting on Paper - Key Tips for Beginners

Acrylic painting on paper is a fantastic way to create vibrant, expressive artwork, especially for sketchbook entries. Whether you're an experienced artist or just starting out, there are some essential techniques that can help you achieve better results when working with acrylics on paper. In this guide, I'll walk you through my best tips for painting on paper with acrylics, from surface preparation to color mixing and blending.

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Do I Need to Varnish an Acrylic Painting?

I varnish all my paintings, not only as an insurance policy against the ravages of time but also to even out the final sheen and resaturate my colors. I’ve noticed that my darker shades tend to flatten and become matte as they dry, and varnish restores their depth and luster. The result is an even finish, vibrant colors, and a painting protected from UV light, dirt, and pollutants.

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How to Paint on Paper with Acrylic - Full Painting Tutorial

Can you Paint on Paper with Acrylic? Definitely! If you're looking for a full step by step tutorial that you can follow along with visually, I've made a YouTube video all about the process, including priming your pages with gesso and mixing your colours. If you're looking for a detailed written breakdown, keep reading! Please note: the links below are affiliate links (Amazon) and I may receive a small commission should you purchase the product as a result of my recommendation. However, I believe in integrity above all else, so I will only ever recommend products that I personally use and have tested.  Which Sketchbook is Best for Painting? For my sketchbook, I am using a Strathmore watercolor sketchbook with...

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