Acrylic painting
Fast drying, vibrant color and great versatility. Ideal for contemporary works and projects with defined timelines.
Characteristics
Acrylic paint uses a polymer emulsion as its binder. It dries by water evaporation within minutes, forming a flexible, resistant plastic film.
Advantages
- Fast drying: successive layers the same day, short delivery times.
- Vibrant, lightfast colors.
- Versatility: works on canvas, wood, paper and walls.
- Combines well with other techniques (as a base for oil, textures, collage).
Applications
It is my preferred technique for large-format works with defined deadlines, corporate projects and pieces that combine drawing and painting.
Care
Although resistant, it's best to avoid direct sunlight and clean only with a dry brush. The final varnish protects against dust and surface scratches.
Frequently asked questions
- Does acrylic last less than oil?
- Not necessarily. Professional-grade acrylics are chemically very stable and lightfast. With a protective varnish, an acrylic work stays in excellent condition for decades.
- Why choose acrylic over oil?
- For speed and versatility. Acrylic dries in minutes or hours, which allows delivering commissions sooner and layering without long waits.