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Why does cracking occur in Gouache painting?

Find our what two things usually cause cracking when using gouache paint.

Understanding the drying times of our acrylic paints

One of the main reasons for choosing acrylic paints is their ability to dry quickly. This is a guide to Winsor & Newton acrylic drying times.

Can Professional Acrylic be mixed with Winsor & Newton Galeria?

It's possible to fully intermix Galeria Acrylic Colour with Professional Acrylic colour, either in layers or on the palette.

How do the blacks and greys differ in Professional Acrylic?

This guide compares different blacks and greys in Winsor & Newton's Professional Acrylic range: Ivory Black for general use, Mars Black for stronger tinting, Davy’s Gray and Graphite Grey for...

Which whites are included in the Professional Acrylic range?

Get help choosing a Winsor & Newton acrylic white with this guide to the three versions available in our ranges. Each has different properties.

What are the primary colours in the Acrylic colour range?

This guide identifies the primary colours for three and six colour mixing systems in the Winsor & Newton acrylic colour ranges. As a guide, we also recommend that you choose transparent...

How to choose the perfect white oil colour

Explore the timeless role of white in art and discover its nuances with Winsor & Newton's oil paints. From traditional to modern whites, delve into their uses, qualities, and the...

What are the primary colours in the Winsor & Newton Oil Colour range?

Discover the essential primary colours for mixing in Winsor & Newton's oil colour ranges. Our guide covers the three and six colour systems of each range plus explores a perfect...

Oiling Out: How to restore depth and colour to your oil paintings

Oil painting can sometimes feel intimidating, with many rules and best practices to remember. Yet, there are also simple techniques that help correct common issues—and oiling out is one of...

How to lift watercolour

Lifting is not just the watercolourist’s answer to an eraser. It’s a widely-used technique for portraying smoky atmospheres, cloudy skies and other such effects. But from gently sponging out a...

Creating granulation with watercolour

Granulation in watercolour adds depth, texture, and visual interest to your artwork. Achieving the desired granulated effect depends on three key factors: the medium, the paper, and the paint you...