Presents a selection of 126 contemporary acrylic paintings done in four artistic styles, realistic, stylistic, realistic abstraction, and abstraction, with comments by the artists on their working methods and inspiration.

Presents color illustrations, instructions, and difficulty levels in order to practice different techniques used for acrylic paintings.

This title analyzes and describes the possibilities available to artists who paint with plastic-based pigments, or acrylics. These pigments can be used to imitate the qualities of other media as diverse as oils and watercolors, while retaining a unique quality and brightness.

"Acrylic Illuminations by Nancy Reyner is a book chock full of acrylic painting techniques for both beginners and experts alike. You'll begin with a crash course on acrylic, where you'll learn which painting tools are necessary to own and how to use and experiment with them. Then, you'll dive straight into a plethora of painting techniques, grouped together by visual effects or materials. Convenient and helpful tips on how to utilize these techniques...

A guide to working with acrylic paints that offers step-by-step instructions for various painting techniques, as well as creative ideas for using the medium in various projects.

Teaches how to make crafts by painting rocks, creating such designs as a pirate scene and a cemetery.

"Rich colors, elaborate textures, and expressive brush strokes make painting with acrylics an adventure. This introduction to acrylics gives beginning artists the fundamentals they will need to master this lively art form. Creative projects teach artists important skills while they make masterpieces of their own"-- www.garethstevens.com