My Favorite Brand of Paint (and a great tip!)
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Always Check Your Supplies First!
As any artist knows, inspiration can strike at the most unexpected times. One minute, you're sipping your coffee; the next, you're racing to the art room with a clear vision in your mind. But nothing derails that creative wave faster than realizing you're out of a crucial supply—like naphthol red, for instance (ask me how I know!).
Here's your friendly reminder: before you dive in, take two minutes to check your paint stash. A quick inventory can save you from the heartbreak of halting mid-painting. And if you’re like me and discover you’re out of your favorite hue, it’s time to hit up Amazon. Which brings me to...
Why I Love Golden Paints
Golden Artist Colors are my absolute go-to for acrylic paints, and here’s why:
Unmatched Pigment Quality: Their colors are so vibrant and rich, they make your canvas come alive. Naphthol red, for example, is bold, smooth, and blends beautifully.
Consistency: Whether you’re glazing, layering, or working on impasto, Golden’s formula holds up every time. No weird streaks or clumping here.
Versatility: From their Heavy Body line to their Fluid Acrylics, Golden offers something for every painting style.
Long-Lasting: A little goes a long way, so even though they’re a bit of an investment, they last for ages if you use them wisely.
If you’ve never tried them, I can’t recommend Golden enough. They’re worth every penny… well, at least when there are pennies in the bank account.
The Starving Artist Reality
Of course, I had to double-check my bank balance before ordering because, let’s face it, life as an artist often means stretching every dollar. But you know what? Even if I have to wait a few days to place my order, the joy of using quality materials like Golden makes it all worthwhile.
So, learn from my experience: stock up on your essentials before you run out, and when you do treat yourself to new paints, go for the best. Your art—and your soul—deserves it!
Today I’m ordering Naphthol Red and Burnt Umber. Here are the links if you’d like to try them yourself.
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