Different mediums create a unique influence on paintings, whether its rich and intense like oil paintings, vibrant like acrylics or soothing like watercolors. Here is a simple guide to understand the most popular mediums in paintings.
Acrylics: Acrylic paint contains properties of both oil and water. Known for its fast-drying ability and versatility acrylic paint is the most preferred medium for many artists today as it allows artists to add layers or textures to their artwork, enhancing glossiness and giving it depth. Alternatively, they can add water to achieve a matte effect in their paintings.
Tempera: The term tempera refers to
the style of painting consisting of colored pigments mixed with gluten containing
material like egg yolk, honey etc. Used primarily for creating murals, tempera
is a fast drying and long-lasting technique in painting. Some of the works
created using this medium date back to 1st Century CE.
Pastels: The use of pastel colors became popular in the 18th century. Known for its vibrancy and smooth textures, pastels are created by blending dry pigment, chalk and a binding material similar to oils. Some artists choose to work with oil pastels that provide an intensity of colors, while some prefer to work with water-soluble in order to achieve a semi-transparent color that blends easily.
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