Painting in Acrylic

Ideal for artists of all skill levels seeking to develop their painting skills, Painting in Acrylic features a range of techniques and valuable instruction for working with this classic medium. Beginning with detailed information for using acrylic tools and materials, this book introduces artists to brushes, supports, mediums, color palettes, and color theory, as well as basic techniques, including impasto, stippling, glazing, drybrushing, and creating washes. Artists will explore value, perspective, light, shadow, form, and how to effectively render a variety of textures. Engaging step-by-step projects cover a wide range of subject matter, including still lifes, animals, tabletops, landscapes, flowers, trees, and more. With comprehensive information, stunning artwork, and a fresh take on a traditional medium, Painting in Acrylic inspires creativity, provides suggestions for overcoming technical obstacles, and includes useful tips, making it the perfect addition to any artist’s library.

• Provides valuable, contemporary techniques and instruction for working with acrylic paint

• Features engaging subject matter designed to appeal to a wide range of beginning and intermediate artists

• Contains easy-to-follow step-by-step projects so artists can put their newfound skills to use

Dimensions: 64 pages, 6.5" x 9.5"