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An introduction to various paint types for artists
Posted by Janice Scheckter on 28 October 2024, 15:20 SAST
As we grow older, however, we might move on from watercolors to acrylic paints. You've probably heard that acrylic paint is perfect for beginners and quite easy to learn if you're converting from another painting medium. If this has got you wondering how exactly watercolors differ from acrylic paint, and which one is a better fit for your painting needs, then you're in the right place.
Both painting mediums can produce beautiful works of art.
See our watercolour sets here.
However: Watercolors and acrylic paints do come with their own unique properties and characteristics that make for some key differences between them. Knowing what those differences are can help you come up with a more informed decision.
ACRYLIC PAINTS VS WATERCOLOR PAINTS
Let's explore the differences between acrylic and watercolor paints, compare their advantages and disadvantages, then choose the right type of paint for your artistic needs.
So, let's begin:
WHAT ARE ACRYLIC PAINTS?
Acrylic paint is a painting medium first used in the 1950s and has become one of the most popular types of paint today. This type of paint consists of pigments suspended in an acrylic emulsion which acts as a binder for the pigments.
