Acrylic Paint Product Reviews & Tips for Artists

Sta-Wet Palette Product Review

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I have used two different sizes of Masterson’s Sta-Wet Palette for quite a few years now. They are both good and bad.  Due to my own painting quirks, I have developed the habit of using them for special situations only.  I don’t use a Sta-Wet palette for my normal studio work. For those not already… [Continue Reading]

Extra Large Painting Knives from Liquitex

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Product Reveiw for HUGE liquitex painting knives. Written by working artist.

Best Brushes for Heavy Body Acrylic Paint

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Over the years I have used both natural and synthetic brushes with my heavy body (thick) acrylic paint.  Bristle brushes are stiff and hold thicker paint better and easier than softer brushes.  With thick paint there is less “flowing from the brush” and more “wiping and smearing” onto the canvas. Technically, all paint flows from… [Continue Reading]