Blending with Acrylic Paint

How many brushes can you use to follow this method of blending with acrylic paint?

• One brush

• Two brushes

• Three brushes

• As many brushes as you can get your hands on

How much water should we brush onto our canvas/paper?

• No water at all, it should be completely dry

• Saturate it completely so it is dripping

• Just a light brushing with a large brush, no drips

• It's a good idea to pour water onto it

What type of brush should you use to apply your colors on the background layer?

• A very fine brush so you can add lots of details and texture.

• A wide brush is ideal.

• A roller is better to use than a brush.

• A very fluffy brush is best for this job.

You should apply the paint very thickly to the background of your canvas/paper?

• True

• False

What do you use to blend your colors?

• A sponge is used to blend.

• You smudge it with your finger.

• An bit of paper towel.

• A dry mop brush (that is, a dry fluffy brush)