3. Sketch & Gess:
- Acrylic gesso will essentially “lock in” the graphite so that it won’t smear or become messy when acrylic paint is added.
4. What is acrylic gesso?:
- Acrylic gesso is a combination of acrylic paint mixed with calcium carbonate. An acrylic polymer med Gesso is often used as to prime the canvas before starting an acrylic painting, because it makes it easier for the work surface to accept the paint.
- Gesso is a handy tool for painting with acrylics, but it is not necessary for use with any other mediums, such as watercolors, pastels, or oils.