The 20th Century introduced many innovations in the field of art materials and painting, but perhaps one of the most unique and popularly embraced is the creation of acrylic artist colors. Like most things in our lives, we want our products to be affordable, durable, and easy to use. And the types of paints that we work with are no exception. Hence, because synthetic paints are convenient and fast drying, they are the painting medium of choice for many artists, particularly those who work on canvas. But acrylics are also ideally suited for work on paper surfaces.
Acrylic paints are available in a variety of formulations.
As with other mediums, the selection of paper for acrylic painting is important. A variety of papers fit these criteria, and they can range from Bristol to high quality, heavy-duty watercolor papers. To test the paper surface, apply a piece of masking tape to a corner and then remove it. If the paper picks from the surface, it is not suitable for use with acrylics. Frisket film is a transparent material designed for airbrush technique.