Basic Acrylic Painting Techniques for Beginners

This video will demonstrate what a wash is and why I like to use one. I will also explain the difference between wet on dry and wet on wet. I will demonstrate several ways to blend acrylic paint and how to get a smooth, crisp edge.

Materials:
Cold press watercolor paper
Liquitex Basics acrylic paint in primary blue, primary yellow, primary red and white
Big utility paint brush (from a hardware store)
#4 or similar size flat paint brush
Cup of water
Paper towels
Optional: Liquitex glazing medium (you can also use water)

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