8 Acrylic Painting Tip for Beginners
8 Acrylic Painting Tips for Beginners Acrylics are very easy to use, fast-drying and can be used straight from the tube. Here are a few tips to help you get started painting with acrylics. Tip 1: Do not use oil based primers, if you are painting with acrylic you should use a gesso primer for acrylic. Tip 2: Always keep a glass or container of water next to your painting where you can place your brushes. This will prevent acrylic paint from hardening in the bristles and ruining your brushes. When using the brushes you could wipe them down with a paper towel or cloth after you have rinsed them. Tip 3: You can use a spry bottle to keep your paint wet for longer. Also if you mist the painting it will not dry up in solid lumps. Remember acrylics dries rapidly. Tip 4: Acrylic paint dries very quickly so you have to work fast. If the paint dries too quickly for your liking you can use some acrylic retarder. Tip 5: If you mix your colours don't us...