Painting with acrylics

Acrylic paint mediums let you adjust your paint to your needs thicker, glossier, thinner or more matte. Amsterdam offers a wide range, from slow drying to thickening, pouring, and effect mediums in various sizes.

Acrylic paint is versatile and works on most surfaces, as long as they’re clean and slightly absorbent. If the surface isn’t ideal, adding Amsterdam acrylic primers can help. This blog answers common questions about priming and prepping for acrylic paint to help you create like a pro.

There are many tools and accessories that work well with acrylic paint. Let us help you select the right materials to support you and your artwork. In this blog, we’ll answer some commonly asked questions about what materials you should use with acrylic paint.

Amsterdam acrylic ink combines the fluidity of ink with the benefits of acrylic paint. Perfect for airbrushing, featuring intense colors, quick drying, and a durable, permanent finish.

Mixing colors with primary and additional shades allows you to achieve vibrant, pure results. By considering undertones, you can create a wide range of colors effortlessly.

Amsterdam acrylic varnish protects your artwork from dust and dirt. Discover how to seal your paintings with a durable, non-yellowing layer. Follow our tips for a perfect result!

Explore the difference between pure acrylic paint, water, and Amsterdam acrylic medium. Use it for optimal pigment protection and a more durable paint result. Watch the video to learn how to thin acrylic paint!

Learn how to thicken acrylic paint using Amsterdam Thickening Medium for sharper brush strokes. Watch the video now and elevate your painting techniques to the next level!

Do you want to add more depth and richness to your paintings? With Amsterdam glazing medium, you can easily apply traditional glazing techniques using acrylic paint. This medium improves flow, smooths application, and enables optical color mixing.

Boost your acrylics with Amsterdam gel mediums for added texture, volume, and finish. Ideal for mixed media, they dry with slight shrinkage as water dries up.