Acrylic Painting Techniques

Acrylic Painting Techniques: How to Master the Medium of Our Age

Author: Stephen Quiller
Publisher: Watson-Guptill

Now available in paperback! Acrylic paint is the preferred choice for most artists. Now there's an all-in-one sourcebook that demonstrates how every artist can exploit this medium to open up an unlimited range of creative possibilities! In Acrylic Painting Techniques clear, step-by-step lessons show artists how to use acrylic paint transparently, translucently, or opaquely; apply watercolor and oil painting techniques with acrylics; extend the versatility of acrylic paints with gels, gouaches, metallics, and gessos; and much more. Readers will also discover how to combine other mediums like charcoal, Conté crayon, and casein with acrylics to create a variety of unique effects. For every artist interested in creating expert paintings with acrylic paints, this is your best one-stop source of tested tips and techniques!
About the Author
Stephen Quiller is an internationally recognized artist and teacher, and is the author of the best-selling art guides Acrylic Painting Techniques and Painter's Guide to Color. He lives in Creede, Colorado.