Includes bibliographical references (page 31) and index.
Summary
"Rich colors, elaborate textures, and expressive brush strokes make painting with acrylics an adventure. This introduction to acrylics gives beginning artists the fundamentals they will need to master this lively art form. Creative projects teach artists important skills while they make masterpieces of their own"-- www.garethstevens.com
Contents
What are acrylics? -- Brush techniques -- Mixing colors -- Acrylic trade secrets -- Project page: Aboriginal art -- Using a painting knife -- Project page: Painting knife apple -- Painting backgrounds -- Project page: Furry cat -- Try printing -- Project page: Making waves -- Paper, glass, pebbles -- Project page: Painting with string.
