Acrylic Painting for Sale
Acrylic painting is a widely used technique in contemporary art, known for its versatility and durability. This synthetic paint consists of pigments similar to those in oil painting, but it is emulsified with water and bound with resin, making it fast-drying and long-lasting. Its rapid drying time and adaptability to various surfaces have made it a preferred choice among modern artists.
Despite its current popularity, acrylic paint is a relatively recent invention in the history of painting. Developed in the 1930s in the United States, its durability and quick-drying properties were initially utilized in industrial, construction, and automobile applications. In 1949, the printers Leonor Colour and Sam Golden introduced acrylic paint to the art market under the brand Magma, making it accessible to painters. Simultaneously, chemists at the National Polytechnic Institute in Mexico collaborated with muralists to refine its texture for large-scale frescoes, including the iconic façade of Mexico University.
The art world quickly embraced acrylic painting, particularly within abstract expressionism. Influential painters such as Willem de Kooning, Mark Rothko, and Morris Louis incorporated it into their works. However, it was in 1963 that acrylic paint truly revolutionized contemporary art. Under the brand Liquitex, Henry Levinson introduced a formula that allowed artists to dilute acrylics with water rather than turpentine, significantly increasing their usability.
This innovation made acrylic painting more accessible and practical, leading to its adoption by Pop Art icons like Andy Warhol and Roy Lichtenstein. Previously overshadowed by oil painting, which remained the dominant fine arts medium, acrylics gained prestige through the work of these influential figures. By 1965, acrylic paint expanded beyond the United States and entered European art circles. Belgian painter Pierre Alechinsky played a key role in popularizing it among Western European Surrealists after returning from New York. Other prominent artists, including Joan Miró and Max Ernst, embraced acrylic painting, cementing its status as a legitimate alternative to oil.
Compared to oil painting, acrylic paint aligns more closely with the fast-paced nature of modern art. Oil paint requires extended drying times and can crack over time, whereas acrylics dry quickly, resist water damage, and do not require varnishing. This resilience makes them easier to preserve and maintain. Additionally, acrylic paint adheres to various surfaces, including glass and fabric, offering greater creative freedom. Its texture enables artists to experiment with thickness and relief effects without compromising color purity.
Contemporary painters continue to explore the possibilities of acrylic painting, using it to create vibrant, long-lasting artworks. Artists such as John Kokkinos, Julien Colombier, and Maude Ovize showcase the versatility of acrylics in their modern compositions. With its practicality, durability, and adaptability, acrylic painting remains a dominant force in the art world, offering endless possibilities for expression across artistic movements and styles.
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Maho Maeda
Painting - 25 x 25 x 1 cm Painting - 9.8 x 9.8 x 0.4 inch
€1,950
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Fabiana Peña
Painting - 130 x 90 x 2 cm Painting - 51.2 x 35.4 x 0.8 inch
€790
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Neerja Chandna Peters
Painting - 50.8 x 40.6 x 0.3 cm Painting - 20 x 16 x 0.1 inch
€2,195
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Maria Mikileva
Painting - 70 x 50 x 3 cm Painting - 27.6 x 19.7 x 1.2 inch
€1,690
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Roseleen Labazacchy
Painting - 66 x 50.8 x 2.5 cm Painting - 26 x 20 x 1 inch
€2,058
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Butkovsky Nikolai
Painting - 40 x 35 x 2 cm Painting - 15.7 x 13.8 x 0.8 inch
€660
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David García
Painting - 80 x 80 x 2 cm Painting - 31.5 x 31.5 x 0.8 inch
€1,350
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Jorge Calero
Painting - 89.9 x 59.9 x 3.8 cm Painting - 35.4 x 23.6 x 1.5 inch
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Bel Mur
Painting - 80 x 117.1 x 2 cm Painting - 31.5 x 46.1 x 0.8 inch
€2,215
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Francis Besson
Painting - 80 x 60 x 0.25 cm Painting - 31.5 x 23.6 x 0.1 inch
€2,200
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John Butterworth
Painting - 120 x 90 x 4 cm Painting - 47.2 x 35.4 x 1.6 inch
€2,730
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Art Meri Saraste
Painting - 90 x 90 x 3 cm Painting - 35.4 x 35.4 x 1.2 inch
€2,450
Les petites variations n°30 bis
Daniela Meza Sigala
Painting - 10.5 x 8.5 x 0.5 cm Painting - 4.1 x 3.3 x 0.2 inch
€600
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Alexandra Beshko
Painting - 25 x 25 x 2 cm Painting - 9.8 x 9.8 x 0.8 inch
€686
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Karine Azoulay (1kazou)
Painting - 90 x 90 x 2 cm Painting - 35.4 x 35.4 x 0.8 inch
€1,500
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Marie Ange Mory
Painting - 20 x 20 x 1.5 cm Painting - 7.9 x 7.9 x 0.6 inch
€500
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Wasiu Sunday Hassan
Painting - 81.3 x 50.8 x 2.5 cm Painting - 32 x 20 x 1 inch
€2,058
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Nicole Decote
Painting - 60 x 60 x 1.5 cm Painting - 23.6 x 23.6 x 0.6 inch
€940
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Chinedu Chidebe
Painting - 111.8 x 83.8 x 2.5 cm Painting - 44 x 33 x 1 inch
€1,921
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Marc Todd
Painting - 102.1 x 75.9 x 1.8 cm Painting - 40.2 x 29.9 x 0.7 inch
€1,461
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Rachel Bergeret
Painting - 150 x 93 x 3 cm Painting - 59.1 x 36.6 x 1.2 inch
€18,500
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Liubov Juravliova
Painting - 70 x 50 x 3 cm Painting - 27.6 x 19.7 x 1.2 inch
€1,200
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Nathan Wegner aka Wegs
Painting - 6.6 x 15.6 x 0.3 cm Painting - 2.61 x 6.14 x 0.1 inch
€500
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Patricia Molinaro
Painting - 120 x 160 x 2 cm Painting - 47.2 x 63 x 0.8 inch
€4,200
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Maria Assumpció Raventós
Painting - 89 x 146 x 3 cm Painting - 35 x 57.5 x 1.2 inch
€2,549
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Gbelekale Azeez
Painting - 73.7 x 88.9 x 2.5 cm Painting - 29 x 35 x 1 inch
€2,241
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Jean-francois Larrieu
Painting - 140 x 140 x 2 cm Painting - 55.1 x 55.1 x 0.8 inch
€24,000
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Painting - 80 x 80 x 4 cm Painting - 31.5 x 31.5 x 1.6 inch
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Painting - 60 x 60 x 2 cm Painting - 23.6 x 23.6 x 0.8 inch
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Painting - 120 x 80 x 1 cm Painting - 47.2 x 31.5 x 0.4 inch
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Need help with Acrylic Painting ?
What is acrylic paint used for?
Acrylic paint has a wide range of usages. It can be used on surfaces such as wood, canvas, paper, ceramics and metal. It is used for both fine and decorative arts.
How do you do acrylic paintings?
To create an acrylic painting, you will need a surface to paint on, some acrylic paint, and a tool to apply the paint to the surface with, such as a brush or sponge. You can plan the composition of the work beforehand, or apply the paint directly to the canvas in order to achieve the desired result.
What is the weakness of acrylic paint?
Certain types of acrylic paints can contain toxins within their ingredients, similarly to oil paints. Acrylic paint dries quickly so it can be hard to go back and alter an acrylic painting. We also do not know how long acrylic paints last for, as they have only been around for abotu 50 years.