You'll create bubbles in the varnish that will harden onto the surface of your acrylic painting. With this in mind, it's never a good idea to shake your varnish.
A good rule of thumb is 1/focal length. So 1/80 sec should be fast enough to avoid camera shake. If your lens or camera has shake reduction, then you might...
Every 10 to 12 minutes would be good, but instead of shaking it out, hit the joint (the part of the mouthpiece that connects to the neck) on your leg;...
The basic difference between varnish and polyurethane is that a varnish is a thicker layer than polyurethane. Both work as a sealant to a surface. The key to a successful...
Varnishing your painting is a good idea. The varnish will help protect your painting from dust, yellowing, and sun damage. It also adds a nice sheen that can help the...
Two coats of varnish are usually enough for an acrylic painting. Be sure to apply the varnish in thin coats, and wait for each coat to dry before applying another.
Sanding is the main way to remove old varnish. If that doesn't work, there are paint removers and gels that you can apply, wait about 15 minutes, then scrape away....
