Acrylics

This book assumes no prior knowledge or experience and guides the beginner painter step-by-step through the basics of painting in acrylics.

Full of easy-to-follow exercises and demonstrations, ‘You Can Paint Acrylics’ will give even the most hesitant of beginners the enthusiasm and confidence to start painting in acrylics.

Melanie Cambridge takes the reader by the hand, explaining the basic acrylic painting materials and mark-making techniques. All the demonstrations are broken down into easy-to-follow step-by-step exercises, allowing the reader to build up their acrylic painting expertise gradually.

Covering a broad range of subjects, from flowers and skies to people and animals, this book teaches the beginner everything they need to know to learn to paint in this popular and versatile medium.

About the author

A successful artist and art instructor, Melanie runs workshops and painting holidays both in the UK and abroad, teaching mainly in oils and acrylics. She is also a professional associate of the SAA and an exhibiting member of Guilford Art Society.

Melanie has written several books, all published by Collins alongside a DVD with APV Films. Melanie's latest book, 30 minute Oils was published in February 2010.

Melanie's website, www.melaniecambridge.com, gives details of her exhibitions and courses.