How Do You Use Acrylic Paints & Mixed Media On Canvas?
An exciting way to create artwork is by utilizing a combination of traditional and contemporary media. Mixing acrylic paints, three-dimensional objects, drawings and other forms of art onto canvas is called a “mixed media” painting. Mixing media gives contemporary paintings added impact and more visual interest. Acrylic paint is great when mixing media, since it will not dissolve or leave oil spots the way oil paint would. With a combination of paint, glue and virtually anything else the artist wants to add, a mixed media acrylic painting is a way to exercise one’s creativity. Decide on the theme of the painting. Get an idea of the theme by creating quick sketches that convey the overall idea of the piece. Whether the painting expresses emotion, political views or is simply a decorative piece, it is important to sketch it out beforehand. This will give the artist an idea of where to place mixed media items. Placing items blindly can result in a cluttered piece. Sketch shapes, faces, st
