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How to paint an avocet in acrylic with Jackie Garner

Use a reference photo to paint an avocet in acrylics with Jackie Garner.

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How to paint beetles in acrylics

Discover acrylic glazing techniques as you paint iridescent beetles with Jackie Garner.

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How to use blocking in techniques to paint a landscape with sheep

Jackie Garner shows how to paint and modify flat washes and block in your paintings.

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How to paint a wildflower meadow with butterflies

Jackie Garner shows how to create a textured acrylic painting of wild flowers and grasses using acrylic mediums.

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Practising acrylic brush strokes: a step-by-step guide

Practice making a variety of brush marks, acrylic colour mixing and painting an acrylic landscape in this guide to acrylic brush techniques by Jackie Garner.

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How to mix acrylic paint: a complete guide

Follow this in-depth acrylic colour mixing guide by Jackie Garner to learn colour terms, how to mix acrylic paint and how to mix bright, dull and neutral colours.

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Types of paint brushes for acrylic - an easy guide

Follow Jackie Garner’s easy guide to the best brushes for acrylic painting, and learn how to choose and care for acrylic paint brushes.