Acrylic Painting Mediums and Methods: A Contemporary Guide to Materials, Techniques, and Applications

The New Acrylics: A Complete Guide to Modern Techniques

This sophisticated and comprehensive reference book inspires and instructs painters on using today’s acrylics in innovative and expressive ways. As one of the most adaptable art materials, acrylics have evolved with advances in pigments and chemistry, offering artists a rich and durable palette with improved texture and handling.

With a vast range of acrylic mediums now available—designed for glazing, molding, pouring, texturing, and more—many artists find the choices overwhelming. Painter and materials expert Rhéni Tauchid simplifies this complexity, clearly explaining each type of medium and how it can enhance your work.

Through over twenty step-by-step demonstrations, this book teaches how to create vibrant colors, dynamic textures, and striking visual effects. Featuring hundreds of stunning images, it showcases how contemporary artists, both abstract and realist, are pushing the boundaries of acrylic painting. A must-have resource, this groundbreaking guide belongs in every acrylic painter’s collection.