Ashley King

Hey there and sounds like you're in a similar spot I was a couple years back when I picked up painting again after the kids moved out. For beginners, I'd say go for student-grade paints first – they're more affordable and still give you decent quality without all the fancy pigments that pros use, which can be pricier and sometimes trickier to handle if you're rusty. The main difference is in the pigment concentration and how long they last, but student ones are great for practice and won't break the bank. As for brushes, synthetic ones work well with acrylics since they hold up to the quick-drying nature, and you can find sets that are soft enough for blending. Canvases? Stretched ones or panels are fine; just make sure they're primed for acrylics to avoid soaking up too much paint. Look for paints that are labeled as having good flow and easy cleanup with soap and water – that's key for not making a mess. And for bright colors, check the labels for lightfastness so they don't fade over time. Start small, experiment, and you'll get the hang of it quick.

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