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Ency Of Acrylic Techniques

From blending and glazing to painting portraits and landscapes, this visual encyclopedia shows the many uses of this most versatile painting media. The newest in an indispensable series of art technique books, this A to Z directory features full-color, step-by-step photos and illustrations on how to master more than 30 techniques. Includes reference section.

175 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1994

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Alan Harrison

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June 7, 2026
Just a few pages in, I noticed that many of the examples looked familiar. I’d already seen them in The Acrylics and Gouache Artist's Handbook: A Practical Guide to Acrylics and Gouache Painting for the Home Artist. Though the two books weren’t identical, there was enough overlap that I decided not to pursue what felt more than a little like a re-read.
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303 reviews
September 26, 2018
Good basic book for using acrylic paints. Pages and pages giving examples of various techniques.
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February 15, 2021
Good for very traditional landscape and still life painting, especially if you like at least some level of abstract. Not a lot for more realistic paintings or modern ideas.
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2,071 reviews
June 12, 2021
This wasn't really a book read as it was for a family member to read, but I just perused it to see some of the techniques provided. Rather fascinating.
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March 6, 2014
Nice book with definitions associated with acrylic painting. I would liked to have seen a bit more illustration and beginner friendly terms. I didn't always follow the illustration and the commentary that went with it.
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June 22, 2014
Very Educational on all techniques used with Acrylic Medium.
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