Gouache vs Watercolor: Which is Best For Beginners?

gouache vs watercolor

Two of the most popular types of water-soluble paints are gouache and watercolor paints. But, which one is best for beginners? There are a lot of similarities between these two types of artist paint. At the same time, there are also many differences between gouache and watercolor paints. Oddly enough, even though gouache has been …

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What Is Impasto?

what is impasto

Impasto painting is known as “heavy paint” or “drip painting”. This is a painting technique that involves using paint that is applied thickly so there is texture and depth in a painting. Impasto painting became popular during the Renaissance era. It was used by Italian artists who put wet plaster in drips onto paintings. Today, …

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Faux Canvas vs Canvas: What’s the Difference?

faux canvas vs canvas

When it comes to painting, there are all kinds of different surfaces one can paint on. The most popular would be a canvas, which can be made from a variety of materials. Then, there is the faux canvas, which is becoming more and more popular with artists all the time. This type of canvas is …

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Paint and Sip: Finger Painting Isn’t Just For Kids

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Do you remember how much fun you had finger painting when you were a kid? Have you ever thought that you wouldn’t mind finger painting again as an adult, just for old times’ sake? You know, finger painting isn’t just for kids. It can be a great way for adults to get creative, and believe …

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Abstract Painting Class: Tips For Beginners

abstract painting class

When it comes to teaching people about abstract painting, I always like to offer up a few tips before I get into showing them how to paint. Abstract painting is a great way for one to express themselves. You can bring a lot of character and emotion to an abstract painting. While abstract painting is …

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Alkyd Paint vs Acrylic Paint: What Are the Differences?

alkyd paint vs acrylic paint

With so many different types of paint to choose from, it can be difficult for beginning artists to know which paint they should start with. Two of the paints I like to use the most are acrylic paints and alkyd paints. These are two completely different types of paint, but they do have similar features. …

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Face Painting: A Fun and Unique Paint and Sip Party

face painting

Most paint and sip parties involve a group of people learning how to create a painting on a canvas or another common painting surface. Have you ever thought about hosting a face painting sip and paint party? This is a fun and unique way to have a paint and sip party. If there are parents …

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Mediums: One Word, Two Meanings in the Art World

mediums

A lot of people will tell you that the English language is among the hardest of all languages to learn. For one thing, there are many words that have several meanings. This holds true in the art world. For instance, when it comes to art, there are two different meanings for the word, “medium”. Paints, …

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