Acrylic
Acrylics are quick drying paints that can be used straight from a tube, like oil paints, or can be thinned with water, like watercolour.
Discover the best of both worlds and try this popular medium with our ultimate guide to acrylics and discover our great range of tips, techniques and demonstrations.
How to use texture paste for interesting foregrounds with Carole Baker
Carole Baker shows how she uses texture paste to achieve harmony and interesting foregrounds in her landscapes.
How to paint an avocet in acrylic with Jackie Garner
Use a reference photo to paint an avocet in acrylics with Jackie Garner.
30 days of art with Aine Divine
Take Aine Divine's 30-day painting challenge.
How to paint a sea turtle in acrylics with Elena Parashko
Find out more about your acrylics as you practise a variety of techniques to paint a sea turtle, with Elena Parashko.
How to paint a Westie in acrylic with Lisa Shearing
Follow Lisa Shearing to paint a pet portrait in acrylics.
Portrait painting with Michael Gavan Duffy
Michael Gavan Duffy demonstrates a portrait of Brendan Behan in acrylics.