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Acrylic paint tubes, brush, flowers on artist workspace.

February 17, 2025 |

Acrylic Painting Techniques for Beginners

Whether you’re picking up a brush for the first time or looking to refine your skills, acrylic paints offer vibrant colors, quick drying times, and easy application. In this guide, we’ll explore beginner-friendly acrylic painting techniques that will help you build confidence and create your own acrylic art....

Hand-painted holiday cards with art supplies and festive designs.

November 25, 2024 |

Acrylic Free Projects Gouache Mixed Media Tips & Techniques Videos What's New at Princeton Brush

Hand-Painted Cards for the Holidays

Hand-painted cards are a heartfelt way to spread festive cheer and add a personal touch to your gifts during the holidays. In this blog, artists Jordan Clark and Angela Staehling will show you step-by-step how to create two unique holiday cards....

August 22, 2024 |

Acrylic Featured Brush Oil Painting What's New at Princeton Brush

Aspen Short Handle Brushes for Oil and Acrylic Painting

Princeton's Aspen Series has expanded to include 15 new short-handle brushes, meticulously designed for artists who prioritize control and precision in oil and acrylic painting. These brushes are crafted to maintain their shape, ensuring optimal color placement and consistent paint release, allowing for smooth application....

How to Prep a Canvas for Acrylic or Oil Painting

September 20, 2023 |

Acrylic Oil Painting Painting Techniques Tips & Techniques What's New at Princeton Brush

How to Prep a Canvas Before Acrylic or Oil Painting

Feeling inspired and ready to paint your canvas? It might be tempting to put your brush right to the canvas, but you need to prep a canvas before you begin. To keep your oil or acrylic paintings looking their best for years to come, priming your surface is the first step!...

May 23, 2023 |

Acrylic Art Trends Tips & Techniques What's New at Princeton Brush

How to Do Acrylic Pouring

The art of acrylic pouring isn’t as hard as you might think! To create pouring pieces, you use acrylic paints along with a medium, and pour it onto a canvas or other surface. The results are beautiful abstract effects....

A Beginners Guide to Acrylic Painting with Princeton Brushes

Have you been wanting to try acrylic painting? Starting with a new medium can be scary, so we created some tips and tricks that will make it a breeze! Acrylic paints are an affordable, versatile, and forgiving medium. When painting with acrylic, there are a few common mistakes that you might run into. Fortunately, they’re easy to avoid if you know what to look out for. Let’s get painting!...