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'''Painting''' is the process of creating a two-dimensional visual artwork by applying mixed pigment on a flat surface such as [[paper]] or canvas. The pigment can be paste-like (e.g. oil paint, acrylic paint) or a dispersion of powdered pigment in water, as in watercolors. A painting is also the resulting work. | {{cat-artform|Painting}} | ||
'''Painting''' is the process of creating a two-dimensional visual artwork by applying mixed pigment on a flat surface such as [[paper]] or canvas. The pigment can be paste-like (e.g. oil paint, [[acrylic paint]]) or a dispersion of powdered pigment in water, as in watercolors. A painting is also the resulting work. | |||
In contrast to drawing, the colors are individually mixed by the artist before they are used. An artist who paints is known as a painter. | In contrast to drawing, the colors are individually mixed by the artist before they are used. An artist who paints is known as a painter. | ||
Latest revision as of 06:32, 27 June 2022
Painting is the process of creating a two-dimensional visual artwork by applying mixed pigment on a flat surface such as paper or canvas. The pigment can be paste-like (e.g. oil paint, acrylic paint) or a dispersion of powdered pigment in water, as in watercolors. A painting is also the resulting work.
In contrast to drawing, the colors are individually mixed by the artist before they are used. An artist who paints is known as a painter.
A painting can be realistic or abstract.
See also Liquid latex
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