Friday, January 23, 2015

Acrylic Paint Basics and a GIVEAWAY

I get a lot of questions about the basic aspects of acrylic paint - fluids vs. heavy body, opacity and transparency, drying time, different brands, and more.  So I made a little video demonstrating some of the differences between fluid acrylics and heavy body acrylics, including some student-grad acrylics, which are sort of in-between.  I also demonstrate a couple of things about opacity.
Read all about Golden Fluid Acrylics here. Watch a video here.

See an informational video about Golden heavy body acrylics here.

Utrecht Artist Acrlyics, owned by Blick Art Materials now
Holbein Acrlyic


All of the above are available at Blick Art Materials and many other art stores.  See my Favorite Materials Page for other suppliers (link in right margin). 

OK, now here is the good part: I have a set of Golden Fluid Acrylics to GIVE AWAY.
This is the set I'm giving away: ten 1-oz bottles of Golden Fluid Acrylics
To qualify for entering in the giveaway (randomly chosen), please comment on this post and make sure you identify yourself uniquely (not just "mary", but "mary in Illinois".  I will post the winner on Monday, and the winner is responsible for contacting me with a mailing address.  This giveaway is not geographically limited.

Next up in this "series" (not sure if it is a series yet) is a video about layering and drying time.  Let me know if there are particular topics you would like me to cover in "Acrylic Paint 101".  Think Basics, not fancy techniques but stuff about the paint itself.

Good luck!
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210 comments:

  1. Anna HJanuary 23, 2015 at 12:38 PM

    Thanks for this info, very helpful! Anna in Oregon

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  2. MichelleJanuary 23, 2015 at 1:00 PM

    Golden is the best! I also can't wait for the video on layering and drying times. I've been watching (and watching and rewatching) your video on black and white mark making and trying to achieve even a fraction of the depth and value of your pieces, but I've so far mostly succeeded and making muddy gray messes. March 25 and the Keys to Dynamic Composition online workshop can't come sooon enough!

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  3. UnknownJanuary 23, 2015 at 1:02 PM

    Love the information!! Golden is a "go-to" product for me also!! Jennifer in Washington State.

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  4. UnknownJanuary 23, 2015 at 1:06 PM

    I've been using acrylics for years but never used a medium. It's like a whole new play ground. Thanks for the video and tips. Sabra in Iowa.

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  5. UnknownJanuary 23, 2015 at 1:07 PM

    Your videos are always teaching me something new. Thanks for sharing. Joyce in snowy Montana.

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  6. DianeJanuary 23, 2015 at 1:14 PM

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  7. Maggie LathamJanuary 23, 2015 at 1:15 PM

    Interesting post, thank you. Maggie in South Florida.

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  8. UnknownJanuary 23, 2015 at 1:15 PM

    Thanks for sharing your knowledge! Can't wait until the COLOR class starts. Peggy from California.

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  9. UnknownJanuary 23, 2015 at 1:21 PM

    invaluable video, jane. you demonstrate clearly and quickly the differences between transparent, translucent and opaque paints. answered a lot of my questions in this area.
    many thanks.

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    1. UnknownJanuary 23, 2015 at 1:22 PM

      oh oh forgot to sign off as mary Catherine from Ontario Canada.

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  10. CarolJanuary 23, 2015 at 1:25 PM

    Thankyou so much for this free demo! Very helpful. For the next about layering I do have a question....can you use a heat gun or hair dryer successfully to dry the layers? I'm so impatient!
    Thanks! Carol from Chicago

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    1. AnonymousJanuary 24, 2015 at 1:38 PM

      Carol yes you can use a hair dryer - just don't hold it really close to the paper.

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  11. ChrisJanuary 23, 2015 at 1:30 PM

    Nice demo, Jane! I usually use Acrylic Glazing medium by Golden to extend the paint, but I have had trouble sometimes with tackiness, if I'm "messing around too long" with one area. Great tip using the matte medium instead! Would love to be entered in the give away.....
    Chris Ames from San Diego, CA

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  12. JaneJanuary 23, 2015 at 1:36 PM

    Thanks for the demo - it answers some questions that I've been struggling with.
    Love your posts!
    Jane in Sussex, UK

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  13. UnknownJanuary 23, 2015 at 1:45 PM

    I've never used mediums. I'm more likely to use them now. Thanks!
    Valentina in sunny Florida

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  14. enchantedJanuary 23, 2015 at 1:46 PM

    Thanks so much for sharing.....Kathy in Michigan

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  15. Donna WeathersJanuary 23, 2015 at 1:46 PM

    Ooooh! Please enter me in the contest! I am loving Golden Fluid paints and I love your YouTube videos (especially the one with the chicken).
    Donna Weathers from Santa Monica, CA

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  16. EllenJanuary 23, 2015 at 1:46 PM

    Thank you for the video and hosting this giveaway.I've never used fluid acrylics before and I would love to play with them
    Ellen Oosterhout The Netherlands

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  17. CathyBJanuary 23, 2015 at 1:51 PM

    Your videos are always informative and beneficial Thank you. Cathy Basinski, Tamarac, FL
    cathybasinski@gmail.com

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  18. NanJanuary 23, 2015 at 1:52 PM

    Hi, Jane. Great video. I've been managing to get some paintings started. Getting them finished is another story!
    Nan from Needham

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  19. Carol CJanuary 23, 2015 at 2:05 PM

    I hope this posts! I'd love to win these acrylics as I am working more and more in acrylics. I found your video to be informative in my effort to learn more about these paints.

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  20. Barb SmithJanuary 23, 2015 at 2:21 PM

    I love your videos and watch them over and over. Thanks for sharing your skills.

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  21. UnknownJanuary 23, 2015 at 2:25 PM

    Great video. I would really like to win those acrylics.

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  22. jacki longJanuary 23, 2015 at 2:26 PM

    I so enjoy your videos, thanks for sharing Jane!
    jacki long, the OC , CA

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  23. Jane SJanuary 23, 2015 at 2:30 PM

    Great video. I'll try the matte medium the acrylics instead of glazing fluid. What about Retarder? Is it worth trying. Thanks, Jane S in SoCal

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  24. Mia Bloom DesignsJanuary 23, 2015 at 2:35 PM

    Great post! Thanks for sharing! I've been playing around with painted collage lately but I've been using regular Blicks acrylic paint not fluid. I would like to try fluid acrylics. Mia in So. Cal.

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  25. WendyJanuary 23, 2015 at 2:43 PM

    Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us!!! Wendy in VERMONT !

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  26. Lisa Flowers RossJanuary 23, 2015 at 2:52 PM

    Thanks for sharing your knowledge. I am very much looking forward to your workshops in Portland.

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  27. UnknownJanuary 23, 2015 at 2:54 PM

    What a great video! You even answered a question I had been wondering about just recently - how to make transparent paints opaque. thank you!

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  28. Karen Stiehl OsbornJanuary 23, 2015 at 3:06 PM

    Thanks for sharing your knowledge! Would love to win the set of Golden fluid acrylics!

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  29. sewbeitJanuary 23, 2015 at 3:16 PM

    It is very generous of you to share your knowledge. The video was super, looking forward to the next one. I would love to be entered in the giveaway...a great opportunity. Many thanks .
    Kay from Wales.
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  30. Jo MurrayJanuary 23, 2015 at 3:18 PM

    Pretty comprehensive video Jane...thanks for that. Most helpful info. I'll be referring to it again for sure.

    I've tried many brands of acrylic, and find I really love Golden, but they are super-expensive here, so my palette is severely limited.

    Jo (in Australia)

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  31. Wooded SolitudeJanuary 23, 2015 at 3:20 PM

    Always enjoy your videos, thank you!
    Sharon in Park City Utah

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  32. UnknownJanuary 23, 2015 at 3:32 PM

    Your videos are also great. I appreciate you always sharing your knowledge. Thanks for the giveaway too and the chance to win. (debbie at wowilikethat dot com)

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  33. DeanoJanuary 23, 2015 at 3:36 PM

    Love the video. I'm always open to new ideas for acrylics. Thanx! Groovy Grampa in Fort Lauderdale.

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  34. Mrs.WJanuary 23, 2015 at 4:02 PM

    I love using Golden fluid acrylics for my gelli prints. I've only just *discovered* them in the last year, so I'm starting to build my stock. Thanks for chance to win! I'd be a very happy art mama.

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  35. Linda KunsmanJanuary 23, 2015 at 4:22 PM

    oh thank you so much for an informative video Jane! I'd LOVE to win these quality Golden paints to play with-thanks for the generous giveaway- Linda K in PA

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  36. SuzKJanuary 23, 2015 at 4:53 PM

    Hello! Thank you for the opportunity to have those beautiful paints! I enjoyed your video and found you by accident while looking for info on painting on fabric. I'm so glad I did.

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  37. UnknownJanuary 23, 2015 at 4:54 PM

    Thank you for posting your video and the links Jane! I love to watch your videos. Cindy Langston in Dallas, Tx.

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  38. DeBorah BeattyJanuary 23, 2015 at 5:05 PM

    Guess the previous post disappeared. Apologies if it duplicates.

    I have just recently stumbled on the Golden Fluid Acrylics. Was trying to match a color and they were the closest. Wow. Would love to have more than the 1 bottle I currently have so I could really play. I

    For your Acrylics 101, I would love to see information on which shape brushes are better for which effects. Also, what brushes you recommend.

    Love your site, Jane. Just discovered you, too!

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    1. Jane DaviesJanuary 24, 2015 at 10:02 AM

      I use flat brushes almost exclusively. See my Favorite Materials page for source.

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  39. Sherri Lipman McCauleyJanuary 23, 2015 at 5:07 PM

    Just watched your paint/medium demo. The info you shared was great. Thanks so much.
    -Sherri Lipman McCauley

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  40. Leslie GerstmanJanuary 23, 2015 at 5:08 PM

    Great idea to share more information!

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  41. UnknownJanuary 23, 2015 at 5:11 PM

    Great video, thanks so much. Gail Sims from Nevada City, CA

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  42. UnknownJanuary 23, 2015 at 5:11 PM

    Perfect - now I have all the answers to my questions! Thank you.

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  43. marthaJanuary 23, 2015 at 5:13 PM

    Will watch the video! Love all the info you share. Can you cover storage and shelf life if you have not included that in this video.
    -martha town, michigan

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  44. Christine WasankariJanuary 23, 2015 at 5:19 PM

    Christine Wasankari here, excellent video in helping some folks to understand the differences with acrylics, well done, always enjoy when you come out with new videos and posts. Thank you for all you do!

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  45. Molly ColmanJanuary 23, 2015 at 5:19 PM

    Thanks for the info. I'm Molly from Palm Springs, CA (and a former Vermonter!)

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  46. AnonymousJanuary 23, 2015 at 5:25 PM

    Jane, thank you so much for sieving through all the information on acrylics and making it available to folks. Your video will be a go to resource for me:-) Hannah in Davis, CA

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  47. Kathy PlourdeJanuary 23, 2015 at 5:25 PM

    Kathy P from Gallatin TN... I would love to win these paints and I appreciate the opportunity... AND ... your work is inspiring... thank you..

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  48. Christine WasankariJanuary 23, 2015 at 5:25 PM

    I forgot to add as far as future issues to share and discuss if you do this as series...While it's not a bad thing to use water with acrylics to get that "water color" look...it's important to distinguish "how much" to use. Acrylic is essentially a plastic and the more water is used, the less strength the acrylic binder (and color over time) has. I think I may have seen something similar at Golden's website/videos. It's been a while since I've seen it. Anyway, I think for the new painter this needs to be readily understood for the longevity of a painting. You know all of this obviously, but it may be something you want to add into your next pieces as "series". Sorry about the added comment/blab :-D

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  49. UnknownJanuary 23, 2015 at 5:33 PM

    I love all the paints you described here and have used most of them. Golden is my #1 choice because of the blending opportunities .... and I love their various mediums available.

    JJ in CA

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  50. UnknownJanuary 23, 2015 at 5:40 PM

    I can't get enough of Golden fluid paints!!!

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  51. BlaizJanuary 23, 2015 at 5:40 PM

    I love Golden paints! Thanks for the opportunity to win the set.

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  52. RosJanuary 23, 2015 at 5:50 PM

    thanks for the video help me to understand what the different mediums are used for Ros from England

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  53. JoanneJanuary 23, 2015 at 6:12 PM

    great info jane -- I always get confused with heavy body, fluid, open etc also gel medium uses are confusing -- this helped shed a light -- always love your videos -- learn lots joanne from Wilmington north carolina

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  54. Mary FirthJanuary 23, 2015 at 6:14 PM

    I can't get enough of your videos... thanks for sharing so much.

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  55. Lynda HowellsJanuary 23, 2015 at 6:16 PM

    Love you wonderful videos and blog posts. this is an amazing give away. Good luck to every one. lynda@artyfizz.com

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  56. rhondaJanuary 23, 2015 at 6:17 PM

    Rhonda from Illinois love your work and would love to learn more about composition/design resources especially consistent with your style. Hope to join you in your class soon.

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  57. Dee SpillaneJanuary 23, 2015 at 6:20 PM

    Hi, great information. Hope to see high flow and open info too. Love your art and style. Thanks for sharing. Dee - sunmoongal

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    1. Jane DaviesJanuary 24, 2015 at 10:02 AM

      See my TUTORIALS page, where I do High Flow and Open.

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  58. UnknownJanuary 23, 2015 at 6:21 PM

    Love all your videos and the class I'm in right now! Great post about acrylics. There is always something to learn. Thanks!!!! Irene from St. Albans, VT

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  59. AnonymousJanuary 23, 2015 at 6:26 PM

    Just getting into using acrylics with fabric. Thanks for all the super helpful info you share!

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  60. Geri deGruyJanuary 23, 2015 at 6:31 PM

    Another great post! And I love Golden acrylics.

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  61. Gwen CowartJanuary 23, 2015 at 6:31 PM

    Great video and golden high flow acrylics sound yummy!

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    1. Gwen CowartJanuary 23, 2015 at 6:32 PM

      Gee from florida

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    2. Jane DaviesJanuary 24, 2015 at 9:20 AM

      Hmmm. These are not high flow, but high flow ARE yummy for certain applications.

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  62. UnknownJanuary 23, 2015 at 6:40 PM

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  63. Victoria January 23, 2015 at 6:43 PM

    I love Golden fluid acrylics, great post. Vicki in CA desert.

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  64. Linda’s TextilesJanuary 23, 2015 at 6:45 PM

    Thanks for the useful info! Linda from Western Australia

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  65. FuzzJanuary 23, 2015 at 6:48 PM

    great video, looking forward to the next one
    Sharon, Newcastle upon Tyne UK

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  66. carolJanuary 23, 2015 at 6:51 PM

    I heard great things about golden paints! Carol in Orem, Utah!!

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  67. eggJanuary 23, 2015 at 6:53 PM

    Until now, I've used mostly the tube acrylics, and I think the fluids might give me the freedom I've been looking for when working! I've been watching your work with great interest for some time now, and am trying to 'loosen up' in my approach to putting a mark on paper sometimes, especially when using a different or 'new' color palette! Thank so smuch! Jani in Oro Valley

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  68. NatalieMJanuary 23, 2015 at 7:00 PM

    Great video, very informative, thanks :D

    Natalie M from Space Coast, FL

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  69. Wendy WatsonJanuary 23, 2015 at 7:01 PM

    A really informative video Jane . . . thanks. For Acrylics 10, more of what you've just done in comparing brands, opacity, using mediums. As yet the results I get are more by good luck than good management.

    And I'd love some Golden Fluid Acrylics but they are just too expensive for me here.

    Wendy - New Zealand

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  70. UnknownJanuary 23, 2015 at 7:02 PM

    Jane your video's are always so informative. Thanks for all that you do! I'd love to win
    this giveaway.

    Gail from Maryland

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  71. UnknownJanuary 23, 2015 at 7:02 PM

    Thanks for generously sharing your knowledge - always so helpful. Blessings! - Tammy.S.Churchill

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  72. Beth MJanuary 23, 2015 at 7:11 PM

    Jane, loved watching your video, so informative. Thanks for sharing. Would love a chance to win some acrylic paint.

    Beth from Rumney

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  73. Sr. DorceeJanuary 23, 2015 at 7:11 PM

    That was a very helpful video! Dorcee from Ann Arbor.

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  74. C6FJanuary 23, 2015 at 7:14 PM

    I love all of your videos. Thanks Jane!
    Fiona in AB who is without heat and freezing :)

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    1. Jane DaviesJanuary 24, 2015 at 10:00 AM

      I read this comment to my husband, and he suggested you try large scale encaustic.

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  75. Creekside CabinJanuary 23, 2015 at 7:25 PM

    Great info, thank you!

    Barb N in Ontario Canada (creeksidecabin)

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  76. Melody Knight LearyJanuary 23, 2015 at 7:29 PM

    Great video Jane. Clear & consice and presented with hands on knowledge. I'm now really interested in fluid acrylics. Thanks for the great video & sharing your knowledge. Melody from southern Conn.

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  77. CeciliaJanuary 23, 2015 at 7:31 PM

    Thank you, Jane, for this video! I'm especially interested in a comparison of Utrecht with other acrylic brands. I hope you will decide to do a series on this general subject. Cecilia in NJ

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  78. Geri deGruyJanuary 23, 2015 at 7:31 PM

    Another great post! And I love Golden acrylics.

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  79. KarenSJanuary 23, 2015 at 8:19 PM

    I'd love to win the paint!

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  80. UnknownJanuary 23, 2015 at 8:22 PM

    Enjoyed the video. Just beginning to use fluid acrylics. Jill from Kansas.

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  81. UnknownJanuary 23, 2015 at 8:35 PM

    Angel From Arkansas Here! Please Please PleaseMake This A Series Of Videos! I Am Already Learning A Lot From You! Thanks!!!

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  82. caraJanuary 23, 2015 at 8:53 PM

    cara-Australia- Really good demo about mediums and opacity- thanks

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  83. UnknownJanuary 23, 2015 at 9:03 PM

    Great video! I could always use more paint! : )

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  84. babysaffronJanuary 23, 2015 at 9:06 PM

    Sienna from Philippines.... Love the demo,, love acrylic paints also... Inspired me to let go of my so called perfectionist self...
    Thanks.

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  85. UnknownJanuary 23, 2015 at 9:07 PM

    I love Golden products. I visited their studio/factory in upstate New York. Anne from the Finger Lakes NY area.

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  86. EricaJanuary 23, 2015 at 9:21 PM

    I thought I was alone floundering about acrylics! So nice to know that others are also puzzled.

    Erica from Auckland, New Zealand

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  87. Lisa KJanuary 23, 2015 at 9:35 PM

    Thank you very much for this opportunity! I really love the Golden paints but it's taking a long time to get the the colors I want so I love the idea of a contest.
    Thanks for all you do Jane!
    Lisa K in Arizona

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  88. Deborah BabinJanuary 23, 2015 at 9:55 PM

    Deborah Babin, Indianola, WA
    I enjoy learning from your videos.

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  89. kathy sandellJanuary 23, 2015 at 10:13 PM

    thank you for sharing. The video really helps understand all these acrylic paints.
    Kathy in West Linn, Oregon

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  90. UnknownJanuary 23, 2015 at 10:17 PM

    All your videos and demos are so informative! Thanks for the giveaway!
    Deborah in California

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  91. McStamperJanuary 23, 2015 at 10:20 PM

    Thanks for your informative post - and for the giveaway.
    Gilda (gildamc@hotmail.com)

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  92. AnonymousJanuary 23, 2015 at 10:39 PM

    Thank you Jane! This helps so much! Thank you for the giveaway!
    Kimmie "playing" in Wyoming!

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  93. Stephanie BrockwayJanuary 23, 2015 at 11:48 PM

    Oh, count me in for a chance to win the Golden giveaway!! I'm in love with these paints now that I'm not afraid to use them anymore. Thanks, Jane! - Stephanie in MA

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  94. margaretJanuary 24, 2015 at 12:56 AM

    Jane, I haven't use Golden Fluid Acrylics(but their regular paint) or Yupo paper yet but have you tried this combo yet? Do you ever come to the midwest to teach?Thanks for this chance to win.

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    1. Jane DaviesJanuary 24, 2015 at 9:25 AM

      Look at my teaching schedule: YES!! I'm teaching at Dillman's Bay Resort in northern Wisconsin in September.

      Yes, I've tried a lot of media on Yupo; my favorite so far is plain India ink, no color.

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  95. UnknownJanuary 24, 2015 at 1:12 AM

    I have the gel mediums/glaze but had not tried them like you demonstrated, inspired me to go play with my different supplies and see what effects I can get. Looking forward to more of your videos!
    Stacie from Oklahoma

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  96. Sue Marrazzo Fine ArtJanuary 24, 2015 at 1:18 AM

    What a FINE Giveaway! Anything from GOLDEN is the best, too = )
    If I win, I will share these with my Mixed Media students this session.
    I appreciate INFO, too = )
    My blog is: www.suemarrazzo.blogspot.com
    Thanks!

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  97. UnknownJanuary 24, 2015 at 1:19 AM

    Golden fluid acrylics are great - I would love to win a set. Count me in!
    And thanks again for the 100 Drawings class:
    I highly recommend this online class to anyone wanting to improve their skills.

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  98. MyriamJanuary 24, 2015 at 1:33 AM

    Thank you for the give-away. I enjoy your blog.
    - Myriam in BC :-)

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  99. AbstractionsbyRondaJanuary 24, 2015 at 1:42 AM

    Love your blog. Ronda in California :)

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  100. Lynne PorterJanuary 24, 2015 at 2:09 AM

    Hi Jane
    I love the fluid acrylics but they are MEGA expensive in the UK - so I only have three colours. The high pigment does give you a brilliant coverage though. And thanks for all the work you put in on this blog, I've watched ALL your video's, some several times.

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  101. Lynne PorterJanuary 24, 2015 at 2:51 AM

    Hi Jane
    Lynne from Yorkshire, England again. I was interested in the comparisons between glazing medium and matte medium. I assume that the matte medium would do as it says, make the finish matte. How would the glazing medium affect the dry finish? I'll go to Golden and have a look.
    thanks

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    1. Jane DaviesJanuary 24, 2015 at 9:26 AM

      I recommend NOT worrying about the finish until the painting is done. Each pigment imposes its own finish (when you are using high-pigment paints), as does each medium. I just put a coat of matte medium over a painting when I'm done, then varnish (see Golden's site on varnish). I also put a coat of matte medium over the whole thing several times during the process, just to build texture and layers.

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  102. DuffyJanuary 24, 2015 at 3:25 AM

    Duffy Indeherberg from Heist-op-denBerg, Belgium. I use Golden product for years. I use them on paper and Fabric. They are so fabulous and I could use a refill for my Golden Fluids.

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  103. Maggie ChristieJanuary 24, 2015 at 4:19 AM

    That's so useful, thank you! (I was so busy clicking links I nearly forgot to come back and comment. :D ) Maggie from Pembrokeshire.

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  104. TrishajJanuary 24, 2015 at 4:46 AM

    Thanks for this very informative video. Although I have read about the different properties of the paints it is so much easier when they are demonstrated. Trisha from cheshire UK

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  105. Bonny Beezzz_January 24, 2015 at 5:10 AM

    I discovered you through Pinterest, looking for tutorials on the gelli plate. Thank you for the inspiring ideas, this video and all of them. Bonny from the Netherlands.

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  106. iHannaJanuary 24, 2015 at 6:13 AM

    Oh Golden, they are so hard to find here!

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  107. CJ KennedyJanuary 24, 2015 at 6:18 AM

    Thank you for the easy to understand demo. CJ from Sutton, MA

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  108. Darlene HagopianJanuary 24, 2015 at 6:44 AM

    Darlene from Milwaukee, WI - I've been using Golden High Flow Acrylics and find them very interesting

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  109. PatJanuary 24, 2015 at 7:24 AM

    Thank you for this informative video. I especially appreciate learning about the mixing of the mediums in the acrylic paints. Franpatpi

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  110. TrishJanuary 24, 2015 at 7:53 AM

    Great video! I know understand the difference in mediums. Thank you!

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  111. Jo VandermeyJanuary 24, 2015 at 8:34 AM

    Thank you for sharing such great information. I haven't tried Golden yet so would love to win. But who wouldn't?
    Looking forward to learning more.
    Jo Vandermey Beamsville Ontario Canada

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  112. FarStarrJanuary 24, 2015 at 8:37 AM

    I always love your videos! Thank you for the chance to win... Mandy in Duxbury

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  113. Vicki MillerJanuary 24, 2015 at 8:43 AM

    Very. Informative video
    Vicki from melbourne australia

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  114. Donna@soakinginmustard.comJanuary 24, 2015 at 8:44 AM

    Jane,
    Thanks for the great information! Now I understand why my "glazed" art journal pages sometimes stick together.

    Signed,
    Donna, snowbound in Western Mass

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  115. UnknownJanuary 24, 2015 at 8:44 AM

    love it. Next question: "Gloss or Matt" personal or a purposeful choice?" Whys and whens and differences to expect...

    Selena Dixon of Dallas

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  116. kimberlyJanuary 24, 2015 at 8:45 AM

    Your videos are very informative, thanks for the giveaway! Kimberly from Trinidad

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  117. micmirJanuary 24, 2015 at 9:00 AM

    Love how you add to what I learned in your Sept '13 Rhinebeck workshop. Makes me want to run into my cold (3-season) studio, Thank you, Jane.

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  118. micmirJanuary 24, 2015 at 9:03 AM

    Love how you add to what I learned in your Sept '13 Omega workshop, Makes me want to run into my cold 3-season studio and start something new. Thanks for these, Jane, so much. ... Miriam, Hurley, NY

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  119. Sue GrilliJanuary 24, 2015 at 9:25 AM

    I'm new to acrylics moving over from watercolor. So I'm absorbing all of your info, thanks. I would love a set of Golden Fluid acrylics- Sue in Monroe, Ga.

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  120. marjolijnJanuary 24, 2015 at 9:27 AM

    I know the Golden acrylics are great with a lot of pigment, but I can't find them in my country. So it would be great to win this set of paints. I will keep my fingers crossed.

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  121. UnknownJanuary 24, 2015 at 9:35 AM

    Love your videos, Jane. An excellent addition to your repertoire! Thanks for the raffle, too.
    Janet from New Jersey

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  122. UnknownJanuary 24, 2015 at 9:39 AM

    Thank you for this video. Golden products are so smooth. My budget only lets me treat myself to them now and then. I had one small bottle of opn paint I hid in craft room, fearing my grandson would use it for some "project. " Haven't found it since. LOL! Love all of your work. Mary from the frozen shore of Lake Michigan

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  123. Vunda VallJanuary 24, 2015 at 9:43 AM

    what a great set of paints! i would love the chance to win!
    dtdady at gmail dot com

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  124. UnknownJanuary 24, 2015 at 9:54 AM

    Would love to own this set of acrylics. Golden paint is my favorite and a real splurge whenever I can get them! Thank you!
    Marie LoParco

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  125. Jane DaviesJanuary 24, 2015 at 9:54 AM

    For those of you who have asked, check my TUTORIALS page for videos on HIGH FLOW, on using OPEN ACRYLICS for gel printing (including a chicken), and mounting on wood panel.

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  126. RH CarpenterJanuary 24, 2015 at 9:56 AM

    What a fantastic giveaway! I tried your technique with scratching into underlayers of paint and then adding and substracting paint on top and created a neat abstract. You can see it on my blog and I told others to visit your blog to see your videos - you are very kind to share so much knowledge and although I'm not an abstract or acrylic painter, I really enjoyed giving it a try!

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  127. Dayna CollinsJanuary 24, 2015 at 9:58 AM

    I love a good giveaway, I love random, and, of course, I love Golden products. Dayna in Oregon

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  128. Carol LeighJanuary 24, 2015 at 10:35 AM

    You are an art GODDESS! Your videos make my day, so thank you. Carol on the central Oregon coast...

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  129. Cathy MissaghiJanuary 24, 2015 at 10:36 AM

    Thanks for all your videos.

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  130. Ann Dreyer DesignsJanuary 24, 2015 at 10:40 AM

    Thank you, Jane! Excellent and thorough tutorial! :) Ann in cold and cloudy Ohio

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  131. Art ExpressionJanuary 24, 2015 at 11:06 AM

    Great info...thanks Nicole from Florida

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  132. Helen Percy LystraJanuary 24, 2015 at 11:14 AM

    HelenEliz in Michigan and I love this tut, needed it badly!

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  133. RozizartJanuary 24, 2015 at 11:54 AM

    Thank you so much for your inspiring videos, I just love watching them. I would like to enter for the giveaway, but I live in the UK, am I still eligible?
    Ros, in Cumbria, UK

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  134. UnknownJanuary 24, 2015 at 12:22 PM

    Oh man! This is just what I need! vera khule at gmail dot com

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  135. UnknownJanuary 24, 2015 at 12:23 PM

    Thanks...great info. Could you recommend starter set of colors for a beginner like me?

    Thanks.

    Colleen Lever from Littleton CO

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  136. hawker9999January 24, 2015 at 12:39 PM

    I've always wanted to try these paints. Thanks, for the opportunity to possibly win them!! VJ in N.CA.

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  137. UnknownJanuary 24, 2015 at 12:54 PM

    I just start to paint in Acrylics, these fluids would be great additions.

    Thanks
    Feng Biddle from Saint Charles, IL

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  138. lilotteJanuary 24, 2015 at 1:00 PM

    Golden fluid acrylics are very hard to find in France, and I love them. I wish I'll be lucky !

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  139. UnknownJanuary 24, 2015 at 1:21 PM

    Thank you so much for this video Jane. You really answered a number of questions I had about both paints and mediums. It was tremendously instructive.

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  140. UnknownJanuary 24, 2015 at 1:40 PM

    Thank you from me too. I love your work. It is so inspiring and inspirational. Thank you.

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  141. AnonymousJanuary 24, 2015 at 1:41 PM

    I loved the video - great info. I have a few fluid acrylics and I love their transparent qualities. I will have to experiment with the lines and some of my other paint.

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    1. AnonymousJanuary 24, 2015 at 1:43 PM

      Oops forgot to add that I'm from Alberta Canada.

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  142. UnknownJanuary 24, 2015 at 2:24 PM

    Thanks for the video Jane—loved it! Inspiring as usual :)
    Fabulous give-away—what a great set of paints—I'd love the chance to win!

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  143. UnknownJanuary 24, 2015 at 2:26 PM

    Thanks for another great informative video!

    Rozsi from snowy Sudbury, MA

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  144. Jean SJanuary 24, 2015 at 3:04 PM

    Thanks for sharing good information. I love Golden acrylics!

    Jean in Eastern Washington State

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  145. Heather DubreuilJanuary 24, 2015 at 3:36 PM

    So looking forward to the upcoming class on Color.

    Heather from Hudson, QC

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  146. UnknownJanuary 24, 2015 at 4:10 PM

    Series or not, it's great info. Thank you for your generosity! Cindylee B in MI

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  147. UnknownJanuary 24, 2015 at 4:10 PM

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  148. UnknownJanuary 24, 2015 at 4:11 PM

    Coleen with one l.

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  149. globalJanuary 24, 2015 at 4:43 PM

    Great video -- I always wondered what the differences were. I did buy a fluid acrylic and found I loved it -- especially great when using a Gelli Plate -- would love to win the grouping of these paints. Thanks so much for the explanations. gloria S from Michigan

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  150. VlastaJanuary 24, 2015 at 5:07 PM

    I have three small bottles of Golden Fluid and I love them. They are Věry economical and cover fabulously. Thank you for sharing you experience!

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  151. Realia MazingJanuary 24, 2015 at 5:21 PM

    What a wonderful set of pains! I'm from virgina

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  152. Leisurely LesleyJanuary 24, 2015 at 5:58 PM

    Hi I am Lesley from Port Campbell, Australia and I would LOVE to get my hands on some GOLDEN paints as they are extremely hard to source here. Thankyou for the opportunity.

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  153. Brenda LivermoreJanuary 24, 2015 at 6:03 PM

    Thanks for the video post (hope it becomes a series). I love the Golden Acrylics and thanks for make it geographically open - we are such a long way away. Brenda from Newtown Australia.

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  154. ConnieJanuary 24, 2015 at 6:09 PM

    Hi, this is Connie Powell in New Kent Virginia. I paint, I need paint. Would love to win your give a way! Thanks for your videos too!

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  155. Joanne SJanuary 24, 2015 at 6:33 PM

    Joanne in Maine. Love reading your blog and the videos are the BEST!!! I have learned so much from you. Would love to try the paint.

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  156. Verna G.January 24, 2015 at 6:40 PM

    Thanks for sharing this information with us! Looking forward to what you have to share for acrylic paint 101.

    Verna from California

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  157. melanie on salt spring island, bcJanuary 24, 2015 at 7:29 PM

    thank you for all your excellent videos. melanie, salt spring island

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  158. UnknownJanuary 24, 2015 at 8:02 PM

    I had this set of paints in my shopping cart at DickBlick this morning but decided i needed to wait at least a week until I had more art supply money tucked away. Heather in WA

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  159. Ginny StilesJanuary 24, 2015 at 8:58 PM

    Oh Jane…I can't believe you hit on mediums (and paint) today as that is something I've been struggling with. Can I repeat…you like Utrecht matt medium. It is not pourable but comes in a jar (or in your case a bucket)? I like pourable mat medium too. Do you have a favorite one that will pour? I have never used a glazing medium but will get a small bottle to try.

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  160. DebbieJanuary 24, 2015 at 10:13 PM

    Very informative video. Thanks, Jane! Great review. I'd like to try these paints on fabric, too. Debbie M.

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  161. Nicole AustinJanuary 24, 2015 at 10:31 PM

    thank you for all the info! :) i really enjoy watching your videos and learning new things.
    Nicole in San Jose

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  162. KelleyJanuary 25, 2015 at 6:01 AM

    Never used the fluid acrylics-would love to give them a try! Thanks for the information.

    Kelley
    in cold (-5) and windy (90 km/hr) Newfoundland, Canada (an island in the North Atlantic Ocean)

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  163. TurtlemoonimpressionsJanuary 25, 2015 at 6:31 AM

    A timely message since I need to order some new paints and have been trying to decide if I want some fluids.

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  164. Lisa Derby OdenJanuary 25, 2015 at 8:46 AM

    Give- away or not, what a great topic to do a series on! I remember on my initiation to mixed media attending a workshop about all the different ink pads....what an eye opener - and I'm sure this series will be the same. Thank you for doing it!
    Lisa DO in New Hampshire

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  165. AlyceJanuary 25, 2015 at 9:18 AM

    Thanks so much for the video! Alyce in snowy Milwaukee

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  166. DanaJanuary 25, 2015 at 9:20 AM

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  167. DanaJanuary 25, 2015 at 9:24 AM

    Awesome vid Jane! Thank you! Would love a chance to try the Golden Acrylics as these are a bit out of my price range. ;)
    Dana, Palm Beach Gardens, FL

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  168. UnknownJanuary 25, 2015 at 10:08 AM

    Loved this video Jane, you have explained things perfectly...and now I'm off to get some matte medium. ;) JoAnne, Bruce Twp MI

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  169. cren327@gmail.comJanuary 25, 2015 at 10:40 AM

    Informative and doable videos. Thank you. Cheryl in KY

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  170. ArtatagJanuary 25, 2015 at 12:10 PM

    Thank you for this helpful video! I would love to have a chance winning this adorable prize!
    Gabriele from Germany

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  171. ptrish40January 25, 2015 at 12:25 PM

    Thank you for this information! Patty, Pasadena, MD

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  172. Adrienne MasonJanuary 25, 2015 at 3:02 PM

    Great video. Thank you so much. Adrienne in Tofino, Canada!

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  173. BeaJanuary 25, 2015 at 6:14 PM

    Im going to watch the video again! Bea in Redondo Beach

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  174. UnknownJanuary 25, 2015 at 6:49 PM

    Thanks so much for all the helpful acrylic info! Keep it coming... Diana in California

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  175. UnknownJanuary 25, 2015 at 10:03 PM

    Jane you are an inspiration. Your videos and website offer so much helpful information and you are so giving of your knowledge, just wonderful. Thank you for the opportunity to try for the giveaway, Golden paints are quite hard to source in Australia. Fingers crossed.
    Lisette, Elphinstone, Victoria (Australia).

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  176. CynthiaJanuary 25, 2015 at 11:56 PM

    This was a great refresher and learned something new. Didn't realize should add medium instead of water. Cynthia in Florida

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  177. Anika StarmerJanuary 26, 2015 at 12:55 AM

    Great video! Would love to try out those Golden colors!

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  178. IsabelJanuary 26, 2015 at 3:32 AM

    Thanks a lot for the video! Isabel in Barcelona (Spain)

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  179. Margaret McDonaldJanuary 26, 2015 at 7:47 AM

    Excellent as always.
    Margaret in Ontario. I'll pay for postage!

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  180. UnknownJanuary 26, 2015 at 7:57 AM

    one can never have enough acrylics!

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  181. jackieJanuary 26, 2015 at 11:11 AM

    Wow what a lot of comments,but still worth a try.
    A UK fan.

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  182. UnknownJanuary 26, 2015 at 11:29 AM

    Watching for the lucky winner of the Golden acrylics. Hoping............
    Carol in Michigan

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  183. TerrieJanuary 26, 2015 at 12:25 PM

    You're always so generous - with your time, your knowledge, your inspiration. Thanks again Jane for all you do for the arting community! Terrie -Go Hawks!

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  184. StephanieJanuary 26, 2015 at 1:52 PM

    Great "basic" information Jane! Stephanie in Ohio

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  185. Karin Husty ArtJanuary 26, 2015 at 2:39 PM

    Great information as usual! Thanks Jane.
    Karin from Georgia!

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  186. AnonymousJanuary 26, 2015 at 3:18 PM

    Jane, Thanks for the informative video. I haven't had a chance to use the Golden Acrylics. I am currently using the cheaper craft acrylics and Studio 71 because it was 75% off! Since I am a novice and trying different art techniques and methods it probably doesn't matter, on the other hand having the right supplies and tools might just present a finished surprise! I do appreciate all the knowledge you share so freely. Kim, making art in Noblesville IN

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  187. EviJanuary 26, 2015 at 3:57 PM

    Here in Australia it's Tuesday but I may just catch the last bit of your Monday and be in time to try my luck! Thanks for the great article, it's just what new artists need to know........newbies like me!!! Evi all the way from Tasmania in Australia!

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