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Gesso
A white paint mixture used as a base coat for canvases and other surfaces before painting to improve adhesion and smoothness.
Linseed Oil
An oil used as a medium in oil painting to thin paints and increase gloss and transparency.
Acrylic Paint
A water-soluble paint known for its versatility, quick drying time, and ability to be used on various surfaces.
Pastels
Pigments mixed with a binder that produce a soft, powdery texture and are used for creating vibrant, blended colors.
Graphite Pencils
A common tool for drawing and sketching, pencils use graphite to create marks of varying hardness and shading.
Screen Printing
A printmaking technique where ink is forced through a mesh screen onto a surface, often used for making multiples of the same design.
Oil Paint
A slow-drying paint that allows artists to work with the paint for a longer period, creating detailed textures and rich colors.
Turpentine
A solvent used for thinning oil paint and cleaning brushes, also known for speeding up the drying time of oil paints.
Sculpting Tools
Tools used in sculpting to shape, carve, and detail materials like clay, stone, or wood, including chisels, mallets, and wires.
Watercolor Paint
A translucent paint that is often used for its ability to create soft washes and subtle changes in color intensity.
Charcoal
A carbon-based drawing tool that creates rich, dark lines and is often used for sketching or shading.
Brushes
Tools with bristles used to apply paint on a surface, coming in various shapes and sizes for different effects.
Palette Knife
A tool with a flexible steel blade used for mixing paints on a palette or applying paint to a canvas in a textured manner.
Canvas
A heavy-duty fabric used as a surface for painting, typically stretched over a wooden frame.
Easel
A stand used to hold and support canvases or artboards during painting or display.
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