I have seen a lot of videos, articles, comments, etc. online that teach how thicken acrylic paint. Some people recommend cornstarch, flour, and joint compounds to thicken acrylics. Although these ingredients are cheap and readily available, experts do not recommend them due to the potential for...
Morning class, I’m Will Kemp from will kemp art school, and today I’m going to show you how to clean an acrylic brush properly. So the first thing you need to do is get most of the paint off your brush to start with. It’s always easier to clean it off, just with kitchen ro...
We got a major project to paint a close-up of a flower (Mine was a water lily) using the composition colours of red and green and I’ve totally messed up on the background… And I’m using my big sister’s acrylic paints so I’m in utter distress because I can’t use too much...
Another important prop is the paint. Keep in mind that different types of paint behave differently in water. Acrylic paint is much denser than water. It holds together as it drifts through the tank and forms pleasing opaque clouds. Ink (spirit-based) is light, transparent, and hard to contr...
Also use separate brushes for varnish, gesso, and masking fluid. Masking fluid is particularly hard on brushes so use cheap synthetic brushes when applying it. Acrylic paint takes extra attention because it dries so quickly. You don't want to leave your brushes out of the water for long with...
Last optional tool that will take your beginner’s work to a new level instantly! Pearly white is super handy to use when you need to soften any regular color and blends nicely on the eyelids and inner corners of the eyes. It doesn’t crack like it can happen sometimes with regular colo...
Last optional tool that will take your beginner’s work to a new level instantly! Pearly white is super handy to use when you need to soften any regular color and blends nicely on the eyelids and inner corners of the eyes. It doesn’t crack like it can happen sometimes with regular colo...
You can use non-acetone nail polish remover to help soften the paint. Gently dab the stain with the remover, rinse the garment and then rewash it as needed. Be sure to test these methods on an inconspicuous area first to ensure they won't damage the fabric. Be sure to rinse the ...
painted finish, though, even if it is dry to the touch. Many paints don't cure for 30 days or more. For solvent-thinned paints, use a soft cloth and turpentine or mineral spirits to soften and remove dried-on paint droplets. Then, go over the area again with warm water and detergent...
If you make a mistake or want to remove Mod Podge from a jar, you can usually peel it off once it's dry. For tougher spots, soaking the jar in warm, soapy water for several hours can help soften the Mod Podge, making it easier to scrape off. ...