Acrylic Paints: A great medium for beginners and professionals

The 1950s was the decade in which acrylic paint first became available on a commercial basis. This innovative original paint and the techniques that developed from it gave rise to new forms of art being produced. This medium aided artists in producing work at a much faster rate and made artists like Andy Warhol for instance, rise to fame, with his outlandish new style known as ‘pop art'. In contrast others were hesitant to utilise this new form of painting given that acrylic paints have very unique qualities that are quite different from say oil or watercolour paints.

Acrylic paints have a reduced drying time in comparison to other mediums making it popular amongst professionals and beginners alike. With mediums like oil paints, a large painting can actually take a few weeks to dry. They became popular given that you'd have a dry piece of artwork within 24 hours. For people experimenting with art this was a great quality. Acrylic paints are also resistant to water damage when they are fully dry. In the preservation of artwork this is a great quality, they don't have the tendency to fade and crack like other mediums. The only disadvantage with this really, is the fact that alterations cannot be made easily once the painting is dry.

Acrylic paints are nowadays widely available at any art suppliers that specialise in art materials. They are also very reasonably priced, and of course like anything you pay more for quality. If you are a beginner acrylic paint sets are available which cater for basic acrylic artwork and often come in a range of colours. The more professional artist will know what they want and will probably already have a brand in mind.

Another great quality is that the paint itself may be thinned by using water, in contrast to the turpentine and other toxins you may use with oil paints. This means brush cleaning is very simple and much less time consuming. This medium lends itself to many techniques, so if you are a budding artist it gives you the time to explore different techniques to find out what works well for you. Acrylic paints are great for block colour and work very well on canvas. Stencilling and simple designs are popular amongst beginners as you can often achieve successful results right away. Acrylic paints also adhere to qualities of watercolour and oil paint. They can be manipulated in similar ways so are a good starting point if you have just developed an interest in painting. They have a unique finish and if you do use them you will soon realise why they became such a popular paint. Of course, it comes down to preference in the end, so definitely experiment with the medium and find a style that suits you. 

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Contemporary Abstraction

This painting truly lives up to it's name. This whimsical piece's greatest attraction is it's lovely selection of deep bold colors and the patterns that are created out of these colors and the thin lines they are applied with. This abstract painting uses criss crossing repetitive lines to produce an attractive artwork rich with shapes and saturated with interesting lines that will allow a viewer to look at the piece for hours without growing bored of untangling all the deep lines within the painting's edges. This piece is highly focused on straight lines repeated from the outside and working their way towards the interior of the piece. The color palatte consists of deep blues, specks of golden yellow, and highlights of white. The darker lines that contrast the delicate colors are used heavily in the centerpiece of the painting creating an image that is wanting its meaning to be figured out. In addition, these lines, while fittingly abstract suggest a modern feel with the use of bold lines and subtle colors of this piece. These lines seem to point to the corners of the piece, moving the eye from the center to the outer edges of the piece in an attractive way.

While this original abstract painting is presented on a single canvas, the repeated lines almost make it feel as if there are multiple paintings contained within this one canvas. The single panel design utilized very well by the artist of this piece keeps with the painting's delicate, straightforward sweetness that doesn't need any more lines cutting through it, as it is already interesting enough. The simplicity and delicate nature of this painting will make it look very attractive in any space that wants to evoke the emotions of the viewer. The painting's size and understated color palette will make it fill many empty walls in a lovely fashion. If you are interested in the shapes and lines that are depicted in this painting, try perusing the Modern Canvas section where you will find paintings that incorporate elements of the abstract, sweet style of this original painting. If Contemporary Abstraction resonates with you, you may feel similarly about Modern Depiction, that shares the repeated shapes and abstract elements that suggest concrete subjects as are present in Contemporary Abstraction.

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Abstract Serenity

Abstract Serenity is a natrual abstracted painting that, utilizes unique techniques to create a beautiful piece. The artist uses a muted color palatte mainly comprised of rusty browns and golden yellows with highlights of navy and whites. This piece incorporates many different lines  that show depth and dimension by virtue of it's carefully applied lines and the thick application of the paint in some sections of the canvas. The highlight lines across the canvas serve to create more shadows on the canvas that draw attention to each part of the painting, it also adds to the dimension creating a deeper feel. The canvas is accentuated by the repeated lines within it that intersect and vary in size all the way from edge to edge. This increases the interest of the piece and makes it more unique and distinct from other pieces.  The colors and lines of this piece are distinct while maintaining a quiet nature that is suitable for it's subject matter and the lovely colors it chooses to focus on. The easy feel of this piece makes it well suited for any number of homes- from an apartment in the city to a vacation home on the lake. It's calming color and strong, understated lines make it very pleasing and attractive to the eye and a soothing addition to any wall.

This painting was created and is available for purchase on a single large canvas. The lines of the piece are best suited for a single canvas as they are so smooth and fluid that they are able to quite easily find their groove with a single canvas to explore. The lines stretch out across the painting,  parallel the edges of the canvas and create a repetition that is pleasing and frames the main subject of the piece. The size of the piece makes it suitable for a lot of different wall spaces and room sizes while adding a calming point of interest to a room's decorations. If you are interested in finding more original paintings like this one, consider taking a moment to explore the Flower Canvas section, where you will find more dynamic settings created in beautiful ways. One canvas in particular that will be of interest to you if you are attracted to the shapes and feel of Abstract Serenity is Contemporary Abstraction.

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Italian Spray

Italian Spray is a truly luminous painting that relies on bold lines to evoke emotion in it's viewers. This painting is an abstract in the truest sense, in that it re-envisions a common subject and forces the viewer to change the way they look at it and think of it from that moment onward. In this painting the flower becomes a dramatic subject from which thick petals give a dark yet beautiful tone. This painting not only utilizes cold colors to create a stone effect, but adds depth by incorporating heavier tones such as black that create fascinating, contrasting shadows to the patches of lighter colors dancing across the canvas. The beautifully curved lines of this piece move in waves across it and give a smoothness and relaxing quality to this piece with the smallest hints of movement. This piece will add a unique feel as well as a lightness to any room. The colors and style of this piece will not only attract attention but add balance and elegance to a home or office.

This painting comes on a single canvas that creates a lovely fluidity between the lines, shapes and shadows that fill up the canvas so becomingly. The canvas is elongated vertically to allow the meandering lines that cross the canvas to explore and expand. The slightly off center positioning of the main subject gives a classy look to the piece. The single canvas layout of this piece is very attractive for the somewhat traditional subject matter and does not break up the contents of the piece. If you find yourself becoming very engaged with the brilliance and joyousness of this piece, you may also want to spend some time browsing the many bright and beautiful original paintings for sale in our Landscape Canvas gallery. In particular you will surely want to take a moment to view Lilac Fieldsthat, like Italian Spray is vivid and re-creates a seemingly straightforward subject.Italian Spray is a truly luminous painting that relies on bold lines to evoke emotion in it's viewers. This painting is an abstract in the truest sense, in that it re-envisions a common subject and forces the viewer to change the way they look at it and think of it from that moment onward. In this painting the flower becomes a dramatic subject from which thick petals give a dark yet beautiful tone. This painting not only utilizes cold colors to create a stone effect, but adds depth by incorporating heavier tones such as black that create fascinating, contrasting shadows to the patches of lighter colors dancing across the canvas. The beautifully curved lines of this piece move in waves across it and give a smoothness and relaxing quality to this piece with the smallest hints of movement. This piece will add a unique feel as well as a lightness to any room. The colors and style of this piece will not only attract attention but add balance and elegance to a home or office.

 

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