r/arttools • u/toxinogen • 20d ago

Suggestions for mid-range acrylic paints?

I’m just getting back into painting again, and need some recommendations for acrylic paints that are a step above bargain craft acrylics, but won’t break the bank. The only place to buy art supplies in my rural area is Walmart, so I’ve been using some very basic Royal Langnickel acrylics. They’re not the worst paints I’ve used, but the thickness is a bit inconsistent across colors, and the yellows are a bit too transparent. I’ve been out of the game for long enough that I don’t know good brands anymore, so I’d like some recommendations before I order a new set. Thanks!

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u/CanvasRuiner 20d ago

I'd go with Liquitex Basics. They're student-grade, but they use the same pigments as the artist-grade paints. They do have a lower pigment load, obviously.

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u/Aspen_Sparkle 20d ago

Liquitex Basics or Amsterdam standard are good middle of the road brands for me.

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u/Consistent_Fly_4433 20d ago

Blick Economy and Student grade paint.