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How to paint realistic pearls!
How to paint realistic pearls!
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TaraLynnPughArtiste

How to paint realistic pearls!

pearl

realism

paint

painting

drawing

How to paint realistic pearls!
How to paint realistic pearls!
How to paint realistic pearls! image 1

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15 minutes or less

Skill Level:

Beginner

In this how-to, you'll learn how to use shading and shadows to create a realistic pearl. I used golden acrylic paints but any brand in similar colors will give you beautiful results! (I updated the paints recommended to Amsterdam. Use the pictures in the guide to help match colors.)

Final Dimensions:

8x10

How to paint realistic pearls!
How to paint realistic pearls!
How to paint realistic pearls! image 1

TaraLynnPughArtiste

How to paint realistic pearls!

pearl

realism

paint

painting

drawing

How to paint realistic pearls!
How to paint realistic pearls!
How to paint realistic pearls! image 1

At a Glance

Share

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15 minutes or less

Category:

Fine Art

Skill Level:

Beginner

In this how-to, you'll learn how to use shading and shadows to create a realistic pearl. I used golden acrylic paints but any brand in similar colors will give you beautiful results! (I updated the paints recommended to Amsterdam. Use the pictures in the guide to help match colors.)

Final Dimensions:

8x10

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