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My Struggle to Paint

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I want to be an artist. I feel like I need to be an artist. So why is it so hard to become an artist. Here is what I am currently painting. I am getting better.
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I buy most of my painting tools from the local craft store. But here are some great deals I have found.

 
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I always buy my blank canvas at Hobby Lobby because they have such great deals in bulk.
Cheap Blank Canvas Set
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This is the best paint to start with as a beginner. Thick and easy to use.
Master's Touch 6-Color Acrylic Paint Set
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I love this painting pallette because I can mix my colors and not get it all over the place.
Paint Tray Palette
 
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Great starter set of brushes for acrylic painting.
Paint Brush Set
 
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I use this cart to hold my paint. This is a good way to see your paints and tools.
3-Tier Cart
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I have this easel and it works really well for my small spaces.
Basic Tabletop H-Frame Easel
 
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Palette knives are really handy to have. This is the set that I currently use.
Palette Knives 8-Pack
 
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I use these when I know I want a dark background. Very cool painting on black canvas
Black Canvas
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I use these small journals to practice strokes. It's a fun way to quickly do some painting and then have it saved in a book.
Painting Journal
 
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I use this to clean my brushes. I don't clean them every day, maybe once a week. Cleans and preserves.
"The Masters"® Brush Cleaner & Preserver
 
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I have this water bowl. One side holds water and one side is to let the brushes drain.
12 Hole Multi-Function Plastic Brush Washer, Cleaner & Holder with Palette Lid - Clean, Dry, Rest, Store, Hold Artist Paint Brushes - Cleaning Acrylic
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Hands down the best paint I have used so far. The colors are so vibrant and remain that way even on the canvas. It's quick dry, but gives a great flow.
Golden Fluid Acrylic Paint and Sets
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I bought this value pack and I sincerely love these brushes. I love having extra brushes ready for me when I forget to wash one and ruin it or wear one out. Grab the pack if you can.
Royal & Langnickel Clear Choice Golden Taklon Brush Sets
 
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This is the easel I want. I love how it can adjust to any size canvas and easily rolls up and down. Someday maybe.
Best Classic Santa Fe II Easel
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