Color Mixing in Acrylic: Learn to mix fresh, vibrant colors for still lifes, landscapes, portraits, and more (Artist’s Library)

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Color is a key component in art and painting and a a very powerful aspect of successfully completing an acrylic painting. Ideal for beginning and intermediate artists seeking to develop their acrylic painting skills, Color Mixing in Acrylic features a range of techniques and valuable instruction for working with and mixing color in this classic medium. With this comprehensive guide, artists will discover ways to mix fresh, vibrant colors in acrylic for painting almost any subject. Beginning with detailed information for the use of acrylic mixing tools and materials, Color Mixing in Acrylic introduces artists to the basics, including supports, color palettes, painting knives, mediums, and other essentials designed to assist in effectively the use of this fast-drying paint. Artists will learn about color theory, the color wheel, and basic color-mixing concepts, along with learning about primary, secondary and tertiary colors; color complements; hue; value; and saturation. Also included is detailed information for learning to mix common acrylics in every major color group, including vibrant greens for landscapes; soft flesh neutrals for portraits; and tints, shades, and tones for every color in between. Information is packaged in a comprehensive, easy-to-follow format and includes quite a lot of inspiration, so that artists can put their newfound skills to practical use. With its breadth of detail and helpful instruction, Color Mixing in Acrylic is a should-have resource for any acrylic painter’s reference library.

Color Mixing in Acrylic

paint mixing palette

butcher’s palette
sealed tray paint palette

sealed tray palette
Mixing Palettes

Any smooth surface can work as a mixing palette. Art supply retailers offer plastic, ceramic, glass, plexiglass, acrylic, and even disposable paper palettes. Make a selection what works right for you. Butcher’s tray has a white enameled surface and to clean it, simply fill it with hot water and, after a couple of minutes, rub off the old paint.

Some artists use “stay wet” palettes, which are sealed trays that contain a wet sponge. This keeps acrylic paints moist and extends their workability. This is ideal for artists who work in fine detail or with liquid (fluid) acrylics. To keep the palette colors moist and active in the butcher’s tray, simply use a spray bottle of filtered water to periodically mist the palette surface very lightly; a little practice will lead you to just the correct amount of spritzing for your blending style.

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