acrylic paint
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Definition
Noun: 1. A fast-drying paint made of pigment suspended in acrylic polymer emulsion: A type of paint where color particles (pigment) are held in a liquid made from acrylic resin. It is water-soluble when wet but becomes water-resistant when dry. It is a popular medium for artists due to its versatility and quick drying time.
Usage
- Acrylic paint is applied to surfaces like canvas, wood, or paper.
- It is known for its ability to mimic the qualities of both watercolor (when diluted) and oil paint (when used thickly).
- Artists often use it because it dries quickly, allowing for rapid layering of colors.
Examples
Advanced Usage
- Acrylic painting as a technique: Refers to the art form or process of creating artwork with this medium.
- Her exhibition features stunning acrylic painting on large canvases.
- Acrylic medium: A substance mixed with acrylic paint to alter its texture, drying time, or finish (e.g., gloss medium, matte medium, gel medium). This is a related compound term, not the target word itself.
- Adding a gloss acrylic medium will make the colors more vibrant.
Variants and Related Words
- Acrylic (noun, often used informally): A shortened form referring to acrylic paint or a painting made with it.
- This piece is done in acrylic.
- Acrylics (plural noun): A common term for tubes or jars of acrylic paint.
- I need to buy some new acrylics.
- Polymer acrylic: Refers to the synthetic resin binder used in the paint.
Synonyms
- Polymer paint: A more technical synonym emphasizing the chemical binder.
- Latex paint (in specific, non-artistic contexts): While similar in chemistry, "latex paint" typically refers to household wall paint, not fine art paint.
Related Phrases/Compounds
- Acrylic canvas: A canvas primed specifically for use with acrylic paints.
- Acrylic brush: A brush designed for use with acrylic paints, often synthetic.
Noun
- used especially by artists