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Roses by Jennifer Edwards

Valentine's Painting Project

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Valentine's painting

"Roses" by Jennifer Edwards. 6x8" (15x20cm). Acrylic on canvas.

Photo © Jennifer Edwards
From the Artist: This is my first attempt in acrylics, they dry too fast for me. I did not use brushes, but let the paint gel together on it's own. It created an interesting look that I hope you can see in the photo.

From the Painting Guide: I don't imagine your photo does justice to it, but I get a sense of some beautiful texture and blending.

Acrylics do dry quickly (though you can add retarder medium or use a brand with a slower drying time), but this can also be an advantage as it prevents overworking of an area or over-mixing colors and getting mud.
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