Tools & Materials

Let’s begin by talking about what you’ll need to complete the projects in this book—starting with, of course, paint!

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ACRYLIC PAINT

Acrylic paint can range from inexpensive to break-the-bank pricey. Student-grade acrylics are more affordable, but they provide less coverage than professional-grade paints. I have found, unfortunately, that the more expensive a paint is, the better it performs. However, I always recommend starting with cheaper student-grade paints and working your way up to costlier professional-grade ones as your skills improve.

Acrylic paint also varies according to viscosity, or consistency. For instance, heavy-bodied ...

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