For smooth puddles and pools of color, graphic stripes, otherworldly effects and wet-look drips, you'll want to try pouring.
To get a strong, flawless body of paint, use our Professional Pouring Medium with Liquitex Soft Body Acrylic colors.
DIRECTIONS
Mix one heaped tablespoon of Soft Body Acrylic with one cup of Liquitex Pouring Medium in a large bucket or bowl
Use a palette knife to gently and smoothly mix the color and medium - blend gently to avoid making bubbles and let it sit for 10 minutes for any to disappear
Using a funnel, take the mixture and pour it into a squeeze bottle or the applicator of your choice - pitchers or tubes can be used for a variety of effects
If you're mixing a custom color, do it before adding to the medium, to ensure color uniformity in the pour
Place your surface on a level work table and pour the mixture directly onto it in the style of your choice
Always work with a level surface to avoid uneven results and surface tearing
If your space is prone to dust, cover your work with a big cardboard box or similar, to stop airborne particles settling on the surface and damaging the perfect, super glossy finish
Pour evenly over the surface, allowing at least one day of dry time. Two days is recommended for thicker paint films
TIPS
Create multicolored compositions in one session, by prepping several colors together. Apply the next color directly after the first pour to achieve sharp dots or concentric circles
Using a palette knife or fork, drag and blend multiple colors across the surface for a marbled effect
Turning the support on its side creates thin drips. Play with the movement so that the paint runs down the surface for free-flowing effects
Apply additional coats over set layering for interesting color build-up effects
For sculptural applications, create an acrylic skin by pouring onto a glass surface - treat the surface with a mold release or quick release spray for easy removal when dry. Peel off carefully when fully dry; then sew, glue, hang or roll for different sculptural effects
Do not mix water into Pouring Medium as you will weaken the acrylic strength
ESSENTIALS
Liquitex Pouring Medium + Soft Body Acrylic - the optimum combination
Measuring cup and spoon - to get the correct ratio
Large container and palette knife - to mix in
Funnel - for pouring into vessel
Squeeze bottles or pouring cups - for application
Surface - ie stretched canvas, board, paper or glass
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