Acrylic Paint
Acrylic paint is a fast-drying, water-based paint made with pigment and an acrylic polymer binder. It is widely used in art and decorative projects because it is versatile and durable.
Painter
Sarah Kraning
Sarah Kraning is an American painter with auditory-visual synesthesia known for abstract works developed from music, live performance, color, texture, and movement.
Sarah Kraning quick facts
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| Nationality | American |
|---|---|
| Paint medium | Acrylic paint |
| Other media | Acrylic ink and live performance-based painting |
| Common subjects | Music, songs, sound, color, texture, movement, and sensory experience |
| Known for | Painting visual interpretations of music and sharing the process with a large social-media audience |
Sources: Sarah Kraning biography, Sarah Kraning Art, Sarah Kraning gallery, and Sarah Kraning: dandelion.
Paint types used
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Surface types used
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Canvas
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