Acrylic painting techniques

Acrylic painting techniques involve applying fast-drying, versatile paint that can be used in various ways. Artists often use brushes or palette knives to create textures, from smooth blends to thick, impasto strokes. Techniques include layering colors to build depth, glazing with transparent paints for luminosity, and blending while wet for seamless transitions. Artists may also dilute acrylics with water for watercolor effects or use mediums to modify drying time and texture. Dry brushing adds texture, while scumbling lightly scratches paint over dry areas for a broken effect. These methods allow for vibrant, dynamic artworks with flexible creative possibilities.