Our acrylic painting for beginners guide is a great place to start with the basics. And why not try a painting craft kit to keep honing your skills? We explain what paints and paper you need ...

Some acrylic paint sets include other tools and supplies in addition to the paint itself. These are ideal for beginners since you have everything you need to start painting in a single set.

Acrylics often have a buttery consistency. Palette knives and painting knives are useful for mixing paints together into a consistent colour. They can be used to apply thick, textured paint ...