{"product_id":"complete-guide-to-acrylics-1","title":"Complete Guide to Acrylics","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEvery painting technique explained and demonstrated, plus everything you need to know about paints, additives, brushes, papers, canvases, colour palettes, colour mixing, composition, and more.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e'This is the ultimate resource guide for acrylic painters.'\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Leisure Painter\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis comprehensive and accessible reference guide provides an in-depth exploration into the art of painting with acrylics, and has been created to accompany the reader on the complete journey from beginner to artist. With expert advice and step-by-step guidance in a wide range of techniques, this is an indispensable resource for beginning artists, students, and experienced painters alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrawing on the expertise of master painters from around the world, \u003cem\u003eComplete Guide to Acrylics\u003c\/em\u003e covers every aspect of working in acrylics in detail, from materials and mediums to tools and techniques. It is also a very practical approach, brimming with demonstrations to explain and reinforce the essential skills, and offering useful insights into all stages of the creative process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccompanied by a wealth of images, and with a useful reference section with technical data and notes on commissions, selling and exhibiting, this is the ultimate desktop resource for artists, students, and hobbyists alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePreviously published as \u003cem\u003eComplete Guide to Acrylics\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e(9781782215745).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"cpBody_cpMainBody_pnlBookContents\" class=\"book-contents\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pnlContentsContent\" class=\"expanding\" data-expander=\"#butExpandToC\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntroduction\u003cbr\u003eChapter One: About Acrylic Paint\u003cbr\u003eDifferent types of acrylic\u003cbr\u003eComparison to other paints\u003cbr\u003eTop 10 brands of acrylic paint\u003cbr\u003eHow to read a paint label\u003cbr\u003eHow to make your own acrylic paints\u003cbr\u003eMediums \u0026amp; additives\u003cbr\u003eKeeping acrylics workable\u003cbr\u003eMetallic paints\u003cbr\u003eVarnish\u003cbr\u003eChapter Two: Equipment\u003cbr\u003eBeginner's guide to art supply shopping\u003cbr\u003ePalettes\u003cbr\u003eSet up\u003cbr\u003eVisual tools\u003cbr\u003eMasking\u003cbr\u003eSpecial effects tools\u003cbr\u003eBrushes \u003cbr\u003eBrush shapes\u003cbr\u003ePalette knives \u0026amp; shapers\u003cbr\u003eDifferent types of canvas\u003cbr\u003eStretching \u0026amp; mounting\u003cbr\u003ePaper\u003cbr\u003eArt panels\u003cbr\u003eSurface preparation\u003cbr\u003eThe artist studio\u003cbr\u003eChapter Three: The foundation\u003cbr\u003eColour theory\u003cbr\u003eDifferent brands, different colours\u003cbr\u003eChoosing colours\u003cbr\u003eValues\u003cbr\u003eWhat do you want to say?\u003cbr\u003eSize and dimensions\u003cbr\u003eHow to make a good reference\u003cbr\u003eOrder of work\u003cbr\u003eTransferring images\u003cbr\u003eChapter Four: Acrylic painting techniques\u003cbr\u003eMixing colours\u003cbr\u003ePainting whites\u003cbr\u003ePainting greys\u003cbr\u003ePainting blacks\u003cbr\u003eUnderpainting\u003cbr\u003eGrisaille\u003cbr\u003eMixing acrylics with other paints\u003cbr\u003eBlending\u003cbr\u003eWatercolour effects\u003cbr\u003eOil effects\u003cbr\u003eAlla prima\u003cbr\u003eLettering \u0026amp; fine lines\u003cbr\u003eShadows\u003cbr\u003eSponging\u003cbr\u003eSpattering\u003cbr\u003eFrottage\u003cbr\u003eHard edges vs. soft edges\u003cbr\u003eBackgrounds\u003cbr\u003eSqueegee\/roller brush\u003cbr\u003ePouring\u003cbr\u003eTexture effects\u003cbr\u003eChapter Five: The airbrush\u003cbr\u003eThe tool: The airbrush \u0026amp; compressor\u003cbr\u003eAcrylic airbrush inks\u003cbr\u003eMediums \u0026amp; supports\u003cbr\u003eStencils \u0026amp; masks\u003cbr\u003eOther tools\u003cbr\u003eAirbrush techniques\u003cbr\u003eChapter Six: Be a pro\u003cbr\u003eRules of ethical behaviour\u003cbr\u003eEntering competitions\/exhibits\u003cbr\u003eArt community\u003cbr\u003eConsistency in art\u003cbr\u003eFinding a title for your painting\u003cbr\u003eKeeping records\u003cbr\u003ePhotographing your work\u003cbr\u003eFraming\u003cbr\u003eShipping your artwork and reproductions\u003cbr\u003eSocial media \u0026amp; tuition\u003cbr\u003eResources\u003cbr\u003eIndex \u0026amp; credits\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Search Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54939466072439,"sku":"","price":16.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0076\/2288\/5428\/files\/cgta1.jpg?v=1738767568","url":"https:\/\/craftandcanvas.live\/products\/complete-guide-to-acrylics-1","provider":"Craft and Canvas","version":"1.0","type":"link"}