The type they purchase in big squeezy bottles that can be mixed with water
2006-10-30 01:49:56 · 3 answers · asked by ? 2 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Visual Arts ➔ Painting
Most student-quality paints use simple pigments that can be easily corrupted. The expectation is that the pictures created with these paints will ultimately be discarded. Student-quality paints are good for practice, but if you're going to paint over the long haul, you will want to invest in higher-quality paints like Holbein or Old Holland. Go to http://www.dickblick.com to see what kinds of paints are available to the dedicated painter.
2006-10-30 02:11:43 · answer #1 · answered by nbsandiego 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have paintings I did with student grade acrylics done in 1997. They are still as good as new. Applying a coat or two of gesso on your material before you paint will help a lot too. When you're a semi-famous painter making lots of $ then get the expensive stuff. Aloha
2006-10-31 06:40:49 · answer #2 · answered by banananna 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
these student acrylics are rubbish paints. they dry quickly thats the only cool part then they fade in front of your eyes. I spent loads of money when studying fine art A Level buying my own materials. It was well worth it.
2006-11-02 06:50:55 · answer #3 · answered by insane_artiste 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋