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Coloured Pencil Techniques for Layering and Blending
Learn how to layer, blend and burnish coloured pencils for smooth, rich colour, with paper tips, pressure control and a simple apple exercise.
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How to Paint with Gouache for Smooth Colour and Clean Layers
Learn how to control gouache consistency, paint smooth areas of colour and layer without lifting. Includes paper tips and a simple botanical...
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Acrylic Ink Techniques for Expressive Painting and Mixed Media
Discover six practical acrylic ink techniques for washes, glazing, blooms, linework and mixed media, with tips for choosing paper and caring for...
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How to Use Masking Fluid for Clean Watercolour Highlights
Learn how to apply, dry and remove masking fluid without damaging watercolour paper, plus the best tools and techniques for crisp highlights...
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How to Paint with a Palette Knife and Create Expressive Texture
Discover how to paint with a palette knife, choose the right blade and create expressive marks, layered colour and convincing texture with...
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What Is Gesso? How and When to Prime a Painting Surface
Discover what gesso is, which painting surfaces need it and how to apply it for a smoother, stronger and more dependable painting...
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How to Choose the Right Canvas for Acrylic and Oil Painting
Cotton or linen? Lightweight or heavyweight? Learn how to choose the right canvas weight, texture and depth for acrylic and oil painting.
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How to Choose the Right Artist Paint Brush: A Complete Guide
Choosing the right paint brush can transform the way you paint. Learn the differences between round, flat, filbert and specialty brushes, synthetic...
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How to Choose the Right Artist Easel: A Complete Guide
Not sure which artist easel is right for you? From tabletop and A-frame easels to H-frame, plein air and professional studio easels,...
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LUCA Floating Canvas: Paint, Frame and Display with Ease
Create, frame and display your artwork with ease using LUCA Floating Canvas. Featuring a quality triple-primed cotton canvas and removable natural pine...
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Marie’s Master Oil Paint Review: What Do Artists Really Think?
Is Marie’s Master Oil Paint worth trying? We take a closer look at Marie’s Supreme Quality Master Oil Colours, including their consistency,...
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How to Varnish an Acrylic Painting: A Step-by-Step Guide
Learn how to varnish an acrylic painting correctly. Discover gloss, satin and matte varnishes, avoid common mistakes, and protect your artwork with...
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A Beginner's Guide to Canvas Rolls
Discover everything you need to know about canvas rolls, from choosing between cotton and linen to the tools required for stretching your...
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