I am sure you have heard of the phrase "A picture is worth a thousand words". Different colours and different designs expresses the way you feel. No matter how you feel, be it anger, happiness or even excitement can be translated onto a canvas. The unique thing about canvas painting is that every individual has their different styles.



You should choose the right canvases. No doubt about it that there are many types of canvases available in the market. Do not be mistaken. These canvases are made of different materials. Some are made of cotton while some are made of linen. However, the different materials gives out a different effect on the painting and some canvases are not meant for beginners. I suggest that you should use a cotton canvas if you are a beginner.

There are also many types of paints available. From water colours, to oil paints to acrylic paints. Most people think that beginners should use water colours to start painting but wait. That is not true. My suggestion and honest opinion is that beginners should start painting using acrylic paints. Acrylic paints are easier to handle. Another thing that you should have is a palette. Other than holding your paints, it also avoids one from using too much paint, thus wasting them.

The next thing on the list is your brushes and paint. It is advisable for beginners to use acrylic paint rather than oil based paints as they are easier to dry and less complicated to use. You should use a thin brush for small areas and a thicker brush for bigger areas. It is always better to find a good quality brush as you do not want to waste money buying brushes over and over again. A brush that can be considered good quality is a brush made from a horse's tail. However, you may fin it difficult to find it and it may be quite costly too.

In order to avoid wasting paint, you should also get a palette. A palette is a painter's board where the colours can usually be mixed. This way you can mix colours easily and also avoid paint wastages. I am sure that sounds simple enough.

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Now, get out there and start canvas painting. You should let your emotions do the painting. Once you get the feel of it, you will enjoy canvas painting. Remember; do not be too hard on yourself. It may be difficult at first but don't worry. Just get the creative juices flowing.