Acrylic paint on its own is quite rich and thick, but when we add water the consistency stretches and thins, allowing the paint to flow more readily on the canvas. It keeps us nicely hydrated in between those wines, and can also be used as a medium to thin down your paint and achieve different textural effects. ![]() Water is the underrated painter’s bestie. Trust us, 2-3 thin layers of paint will dry more quickly than one thick, globby one! If you like that thicker texture, add it right at the end. Slathering on a thick layer of paint can feel like a shortcut, but chances are it will slow you down during the painting session as you’ll need to wait for it to dry before adding anything over the top. However, when painting elements on top of each other (for example, painting a starfish on a rock) it’s best to allow the base coat to dry off before adding the next layer. There are some techniques we use where we work with the paint while it’s wet, such as when blending colours together. Brighter colours and highlights also stand out better when they are applied to a dry surface. This means if there’s anything you might like to add or edit on your painting, you can easily do so by painting over the top once it dries off. One of the perks of acrylic paint is that it dries super quickly, especially when a thin coat of paint is applied. Your artist will guide you here, and if you’re not sure, just ask! Try and avoid swamping your palette with paint, as this is difficult to work with and can make a big ol’ mess. There may be occasions where you need to mix a more generous amount, like when filling in large areas like the background, or when creating a particular shade (I.e., skin tone) that might be difficult to recreate. It’s best to mix small amounts of paint at a time to leave room for different colours. Start with a modest amount of each colour, so the colours don’t mix together and become tainted. At the start of the session your artist will let you know which colours are used to create the original painting (follow along with the original, or go rogue with your colours – either way, leave a few free wells on your palette!). The full spectrum of paints are available to you throughout the session, and you can visit the paint station as many times as you wish. It also saves needless paint waste people often take a lot more paint than they actually use. ![]() Having this bit of wriggle room allows us to mix and blend new colours during the session, so that if inspiration strikes and you want to introduce a new colour, you can easily do so. Trust us, your future self will thank you for this! We know how tempting it is to have the full spectrum of paint possibilities, but it’s best to leave a little space free on your palette. They’re little things really, but knowing them can make a big difference to your painting experience. To ease you into your first paint and sip, we’ve curated a list of our top six practical painting tips to note before your visit. We have an experienced Cork & Chroma artist on hand to guide you through your chosen painting step by step, and you’ll be surrounded by a room full of painting friends who are all in the same boat. ![]() We’ve been painting with guests in Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne for almost a decade, and we know that for new painters, the idea of creative expression can feel way outside the comfort zone. We know it can feel daunting to learn something totally new. ![]() But then, you never know what might come about from your first paint and sip session… magical things happen when your creativity is unleashed! Is this your first dip into paint and sip? Welcome! At the very least you’re in for a very fun time.
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