Painting is a process that applies paint, pigment, color, or another medium onto a surface. The medium is commonly applied to the base with a brush, but other implements, such as knives, sponges, and airbrushes, can be used. The final work is also called a "painting."
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Painting is defined as:
noun
1. A painted picture.
2. The process or art of using paint in a picture as a protective coating or decoration.
verb
1. an act or instance of painting.
Painting Vocabulary
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Techniques
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Articles
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Pigments
Pigments Through the Ages - From prehistoric times, humans have left an imprint on their environment through painted images, beautifying their world, and expressing their thoughts and feelings.
Artist Pigments and Dyes - Explore the naming conventions of pigments in all artist materials at Artist Pigments.org with an Art material and pigment database and color tools for designers.
Books
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Videos
Navigating Color Space (NCS) - A fabulous video created by Gamblin on how color space works with oil paints through the ages.
