Compendium of Acrylic Painting Techniques

I really like this book! I majored in watercolor and have used acrylics the past few years. I love the inside tips in this book. (The similar watercolor book seems outdated. I’d love to see it updated and more contemporary. Watercolor can be very strong and exciting.

Fantastic book that inspires and informs. The author validates my love of acrylic painting.

I am writing as an absolute beginning in acrylic painting (or any painting), who both realizes that this is a hobby and it’s supposed to be fun and relaxing… but also, wants to make nice pictures, darn it! I picked up this book as a crash course in acrylics, and it was that. There’s a lot of information about both acrylic painting and, I think, art in general, but it’s all covered rather quickly and briefly, and so it can be a bit overwhelming. I think the author both assumes that we know nothing, but also assumes we’re going to be professionals, like a college professor teaching acrylic painting 101. And so you have things like how to mix colors (which was useful) and how to make your own easel and palette (which was less useful). The first half of the book is more about general knowledge and the second half was projects where your knowledge could be applied. And this second part did, in fact, remind me of projects you’d get at a high school or college art class. But the seriousness of the projects (which might involve segmenting your canvas into a graph or drawing with charcoal) was a bit intimidating to me. As such, I was hesitant to try it. I will be honest. For me, right now, I’m learning more about acrylic painting techniques just from watching YouTube videos and trying to copy them. That doesn’t mean I didn’t get anything from the book; there were plenty of tips and tricks I might look at in the future… once I have more experience under my belt. I think that for a young person (teen or college age) who wants to be an artist, this could be a good first book to study. This could also be good for someone who has dabbled in painting for a while and wants to take their skills to the next level. For absolute beginners who want to use painting to relax, it may not be the best choice, though there are definitely valuable tips to be found.

I bought this book as a Christmas gift for a new to painting family member. I already have 3 tip/technique books I use myself and I’ve been painting for over 40 years. I liked this book so much I bought a copy for myself as well. Why? It has references to current tools, techniques and tips on how to achieve different painting styles using acrylic paints. Highly recommend this book.

Informative and in good condition

Subject matter was exactly what was advertised

So, so book. Easy to read, capsule information with to-the-point advice. I found that lots of it I already knew, but it's good to see each item in pictures. There is a little too much of "try it and see," and "experiment with this idea." While true, I'd like to have a little bit more direction to the author's best techniques. I guess some folks can afford to try a lot of different products.

I really love this book and wish I had ordered it 3 years ago when I got into acrylic painting as opposed to oils. I'm being Formally trained in college by professors whom I found to have little if any knowledge of acrylic paints and how to paint with it! They prefer oils it seems.This book tells you things like how to make a stay wet palette , one you can travel with outside and avoid drying out.. Things like what to do if mold gets in your paints rather than throw it out! Also how to use different acrylic paints with each other, for example ,the acrylics you use to paint on wood or glass acrylic can be used with the regular acrylic paint on your wood panel paintings. Seems obvious but I never thought of it. Thought it wouldn't blend right. A lot more included like how to mix flesh tones different with acrylics as opposed to oils. It is just a bit different and I could never get acrylic paint mixed right like I could the oils. I recommend this book to all acrylic painters new to it or done it for years. This author has painted in acrylics for 40 years I believe it says and she knows a lot of very useful info. I have a lot of books about acrylics but I know if I had bought this one first I wouldn't have needed all of those other books . Get this book and learn it all in one book! I highly recommend it!

C'est l'un des ouvrage les plus directs et les plus varié qu'il m'a été donné de lire sur l'acrylique. Comme ce médium permet un peu tout (et malheureusement une bonne dose de rien :)), ce livre offre des point de vus concis et complémentaires depuis la palette jusqu'au technique plus exotiques (collages, etc) Il est simple et accessible, sans doute utile à beaucoup de niveau, débutant et plus confirmés.

I have similar book like this.By mistake I ordered this book. So I want to return.

Ottimo libro in lingua inglese. Annovera tutte le principali tecniche pittoriche con foto e dettagli scritti. Ottimo rapporto qualità- prezzo. Un buon libro per chi è già a un discreto livello di studi di settore e conosce la lingua inglese.

Compendium of Acrylic Painting Techniques: is an exceptional book for anyone interested in exploring the world of acrylic painting. With 300 techniques covered, it offers an immense range of ideas, tips, and methods that are both inspiring and practical. The variety of techniques presented ensures that there’s something for everyone—whether you're a beginner or an experienced artist looking to experiment with new styles. The book is well-organised, with clear instructions and beautiful examples to guide you through each technique. What I particularly appreciate is how it balances detailed explanations with visual demonstrations, making it easier to understand and apply the techniques in your own work. While some techniques can be a bit challenging, the step-by-step breakdowns make them accessible to artists of all skill levels. The book encourages creativity and experimentation, which is perfect for anyone looking to expand their acrylic painting skills. Overall, Compendium of Acrylic Painting Techniques is a fantastic, comprehensive guide that I highly recommend to anyone passionate about acrylics and wanting to expand their artistic toolkit.

Love this book. I plan to try some of these techniques myself. I might share it with my hubby who paints hobby trains and planes