Introduction to Acrylic Painting

“Embark on a creative journey with our enriching online course, ‘Introduction to Acrylic Painting.’ This comprehensive program is meticulously designed to provide a solid foundation in acrylic painting, covering a range of essential topics.

Begin your exploration with an in-depth understanding of the materials crucial to acrylic painting, setting the stage for your artistic endeavors. Delve into the basics of acrylic painting, where we demystify the art of color mixing using a carefully curated palette of five limited colors. This hands-on experience allows you to grasp the intricacies of color relationships, enabling you to create harmonious and visually stunning compositions.

The course extends beyond the basics, guiding you through the art of blending techniques, an essential skill in creating seamless transitions and nuanced textures in your artwork. Gain insights into the intricate play of lights and shadows, a crucial aspect of achieving depth and realism in your paintings.

A highlight of the course is the dedicated section on color mixing to match reference photos. Learn the nuances of capturing the essence of your subject by precisely replicating its colors, adding an extra layer of authenticity to your creations.

Our expertly crafted lessons aim not only to impart technical skills but also to inspire confidence in your artistic abilities. Whether you are a beginner looking to explore the world of acrylics or an intermediate artist seeking to refine your skills, this course offers a dynamic and supportive learning environment. Unleash your creativity, refine your technique, and express your unique artistic voice through the captivating medium of acrylic painting. Join us on this transformative journey and bring your artistic vision to life!”

What is Acrylic Paint?

Acrylic paint is a fast-drying paint made of pigment suspended in acrylic polymer emulsion. Acrylic paints are water-soluble, but become water-resistantwhen dry. Depending on how much the paint is diluted with water, or modified with acrylic gels, mediums, or pastes, the finished acrylic painting can resemble a watercolor or an oil painting, or have its own unique characteristics not attainable with other media. Acrylic paint is typically used for crafting, or in art classes in schools because it does not require any chemicals, and rinses away with just water. It also is less likely to leave a stain on clothes than oil paint.

In this lesson, you will learn the materials use on starting acrylic painting like brushes, acrylic paints, canvasses and other needed materials.

Materials needed:

Acrylic Paints – 5 limited colors
Artist Brushes – Different brushes
Stretched Canvas – You can also use card board or thicker than a paper
Water – in a small jar to thin the paint
Color Palette – where you mix the paints, you can use paper plate or paper palette
Patience – you need more patience to start, since it’s not always easy at the beginning but you can do it!