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How to Start Your Painting Journey Without Breaking the Bank!
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items Are you interested in painting but don’t want to spend a fortune getting started? This is list of a few essentials that you can use to start discovering the world of acrylic painting without breaking the bank.
This set has a nice array of brushes for any beginner to learn with.
BRUSH SETS
Such an easy paper to work with. Colors glide on easily and blending is a dream.
300 Series Canvas Pads - Strathmore Artist Papers
I love this brand. It’s really beginner friendly and comes in so many colors. Plus, as you learn, you’ll see that making your own color palette is easy with these.
Basics Acrylic Colors
Most people don’t expect a lazy Susan to be a great art supply but for me it is! It helps when paining my mailboxes especially so I don’t need to touch the side that is still drying in order to work on another angle.
Kootek Cake Decorating Kit with Turntable
A great was to keep your brushes clean while working on your project. It also has a nice area for your brushes to air dry.
Watch My Life Unit Paint Brush Cleaner
I absolutely love this stay wet palette! It saves so much time and money. It allows you to stop working, cover your paints, and pick it up another day. No more dried out paint wasted, no more having to remix your colors. Such a treasure!
Stay Wet Palette for Acrylic Painting, Durable
This is such an easy way to make your paintings look more professional. It keeps your painting as the focal point. This tape pulls off clean and doesn’t tear the paper underneath.
ZARBRE White Artist Tape for Watercolor
Painting can get messy! I love all the pockets on this apron that also protects my clothes. Not very expensive but saves the day every time.
MEEDEN Waterproof Painting Apron for Art & Crafts
Acrylic paint can dry quickly. When you mix a little bit of this medium in with your paints, it gives you more time to blend. Such a life saver!
Liquitex Effects Medium 118ml Slow-Dri
Make sure you spray in a well ventilated place and wear some goggles and a mask. This spray has a strong scent but does an amazing job at sealing your work.
Krylon COLORmaxx Acrylic Clear Finish Gloss 11oz
Clean up is a major part of painting. And this truly helps to make it an easy process. It also helps to restore your brushes if you forgot to clean them last time!
U.S. Art Supply Brush Cleaner & Restorer 16oz
Don’t forget to use some protection when sealing your work or using spray paints as a base layer. This mask works great and make sure to be in a well ventilated environment.
3M Half Facepiece Respirator 6100 Small
Don’t forget to pick up some canvases! This pack has different shapes and sizes so you can play around and figure out what you like!
Aodaer 12pcs 6in Canvas Panels Various Shapes
A sketchbook is an absolute must. Keep it in your bag or purse for ideas that strike you while you’re out and about. Jot down ideas you have or any notes that will help your create process.
Sketchbook 120 Pages, 122LB Thick Paper
This is such a good set of sketching pencils to start with. You can get a feel for the different textures that you can create with a simple rough draft of your art. A must have for any beginner (and afterwards as well!)
Faber-Castell Graphite Sketch Pencil Set - 6 Pencils