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Painting Glossary
Check out this painting glossary. Find out the definition of words commonly used when talking about painting and different kinds of paint.
Acrylic Paint
This paint is made from synthetic materials that are water soluble while wet but once dry....
Acrylic Sealant Spray
Definition of the crafting term 'Acrylic Sealant Spray' - A clear coating applied to finished projects to protect and enhance...
Batik
Definition of the crafting term 'Batik' -This is a method of dying fabrics and sometimes paper in which some areas are covered with wax, glues, or...
Butcher Paper
Butcher paper comes in large rolls and is great for murals, posters, and more. This sturdy, thick paper was originally...
Dimensional Paint
High quality, "puffy" paint that usually comes in a squeeze bottle for ease of use....
Easel
Definition of the crafting term 'Easel' - An easel is an upright support, usually a tripod, most often used to hold up...
Fixative
A sealer sprayed over pictures and projects to protect the surface from smudging, smearing, and...
Freezer Paper
It is a fairly heavy white paper with a plastic coating on one side. It is great for...
Gesso
Definition of the crafting term 'Gesso' - Used as a primer. It is used to prepare a surface for painting and other finishes...
Gloss Finish
A lustrous, shiny, surface such as that on photographs...
Masking Tape
Masking tape is a type of adhesive tape made of easy-to-tear paper...
Matte Finish
A dull, nonglossy finish often used when referring to...
Newsprint Paper
This is a low-cost, low-quality, non-archival paper that comes in...
Stencil
A template made by cutting a design into...
Varnish
Definition of the crafting term 'Varnish' - A clear coating applied to finished projects to protect and enhance...
