Hello Cherry, while both terms is about applying heavy textures on painting, the difference is in their meaning. Impasto is the term in the visual arts referring to the technique used when creating bold and heavy textures to emphasize light and shade on a particular subject. This is usually seen on oil paintings because oil paints are usually produced in thick paste/substance or heavy bodied medium and dries thicker and opaque than water based paints such as acrylics. That is why in acrylic painting, one may need an additive like modeling paste and/or gesso to thicken the pigment in order to have the same effect such as in oils. Although nowadays, there are various paint manufacturers or brands that produces heavy bodied acrylic paints so you can have the same thickness of oil paints while maintaining the transparent quality or characteristic and vibrancy of a water based medium. So in short, impasto is about the technique (terminology) used in painting, while modeling paste refers to the medium (material) used or additive or some may call it as an auxiliary to the medium being used. I hope this explanation helps, have a blissful day!

@@RuelsonBruceFuerteLee thank you! Really helps. More power to your channel!

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Walang anuman Aldrin. Glad to be of help.

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Thanks Davey, as far as I am concerned (based on my own experience) using it on wall canvas would be okay... just avoid using it on greasy or shiny and non-absorbent surfaces such as glass and metals (aluminums, silver and/or chrome plated materials) for it could come off or be peeled out (on purpose)... but I don't see any problem in applying it on canvas. Also allow it to totally dry first before overlaying any paints. If you use other mediums such as graphite, watercolor or pastels in overlaying, it is safe to apply fixative or water sealant afterwards. Here's a link from Liquitex website which might also be of help, www.liquitex.com/row/tips/surface-preparation/ Cheers!

Hello Anisah, I haven't tried it yet but why not give it a try? It has almost the same consistency of a toothpaste and I think that's possible. Just enjoy experimenting.

Hello there Sashimi, I think almost all of those possible medium you mentioned here would give you the results or get that desired peak you've wanted to achieve. All you need is to allow the first layer or coat of texture to dry first before applying the second layer, and then another one layer until you've reached the point where you wanted it to be. Different brands & mediums will vary on each results because some of them are much saturated & some are less. If in the case you've used those that are less saturated you can add someting like fine sand or sawdust or anything that the medium would be able to hold. And as I've said here before, plaster of paris & the likes could crack on a given surface because it's not flexible pliable when it dries or harden unlike the modeling paste (brand) I used here which when dries up is more of like rubbery in substance. But it is really up to you whether you use wall plasters or putty on your artwork, just consider how long would you like it to last or be archivable. And you're right in trying to understand first the difference of each medium so you can adjust your work on each of their characteristics and effect on the piece you're doing. I hope this helps, keep on painting.

Hello Sajidha, yes you can apply it directly on canvas and allow it to dry first and adding another layer as you wish or when you are already satisfied with the result. No need to do smooth strokes or layers especially if your goal is to create textures on your canvas. In my experience, let say 2-5 years of using it, the textures does not wear-off. And I may say, even a decade or more it will not come off your canvas. But perhaps depending on what brand you are using too. I hope this help answer all your queries. Have a great day and happy exploring!

Hello Joe, I do not apply gesso on my surface or canvas before nor after. I just simply use modeling paste as it is to allow its features to be seen in my artworks or painting (i.e. texture formations). Although when I paint on canvas, I usually prime it first with flat white latex paint. But mind you, everyone of us are entitled to experiment on new things so as to learn or discover something out of it. So I suggest you can try it and see for yourself what would be the outcome when you apply gesso before or over the modeling paste. I also see other abstract artists do that. Just remember, gesso is being used as a primer to protect and enhance surfaces such as canvas, paper, wood, board and the likes in order to make them less absorbent and smoother. I hope all of these information helps.

Hello Denise, modeling paste is a kind of medium applied with paint for doing textures... while 'impasto' is the technical term or technique for doing bold strokes & heavy textuxes using paint.

Hello Agnes, yeah you can actually use various materials in creating your textures depending on your budget & result preference. But as I've said on other comments, using plaster of paris will do but it usually cracks on your canvas and is not much archivable unlike those high quality brands of modeling paste which are more durable. So it's really up to you, and I myself have also tried experimenting on it before on my artworks and seen results. Thanks for being around, cheers!

Yes Don, at times I do use varnish especially on my acrylic paintings. It does help protect it.

Hi Calle, I think there is not much difference in those mediums when it comes to using it for texturing. The only thing to consider is what brand you're using since each manufacturer has a different characteristic on its finish and of course the price that would suit your budget best.

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Yes sure, I will consider doing that on my upcoming videos. Thank you for suggesting, Meyamonatt! 🥰

Thanks Aishwarya! I personally did not encounter cracks in applying modeling paste on my paintings or artworks. Most probably because I only apply it on canvas at a minimum thickness and then allowing it to dry at a slower pace. And if I wanted it to appear more thicker, I just build up on it on thin layers and again drying it slowly. I suggest if you see cracks on it after applying it thickly and then drying it too fast, just try to patch it up with another thinner layer to cover it up. I think that will do the trick and I hope it helps. Have a wonderful day & keep on painting! 🥰

You should ask someone who's more knowledgeable on modeling paste or Google it would be best. Oh sorry but your video didn't show me much. Well at least nothing passed grade school art. Thanks for the effort.

@@fia8079 Sorry if my video doesn't serve you well but I too didn't knew what you wanted to see or learn. All my video do is to at least give you the idea and the rest is yours. The simplier the better for the beginners to follow. But it if your questioning my knowledge about it. That's another point... perhaps you do a little research yourself... I would not have a Bachelor's Degree in Fine Arts at prestigious University here in the Philippines if I do not have certain or legitimate knowledge in the visual arts. Funny you call that "grade school art." 😅

​@@fia8079 That's really rude. :( This is a free tutorial and the artist has a friendly manner of teaching. There's no reason to insult him like this

@@fia8079 dude, wow, uncalled for.

I think I wouldn't recommend it that way man. 😃

Jessie, I think that would be a good idea and great piece to do for your friend/s. I would also love to see it once it's done. Blissful days ahead. 😊

Yes you can!

yes it does

Yes you can substitute using gesso for modeling paste although modeling paste can create a more dramatic texture effect especially if its is an extra heavy paste.

Thank you!

Hello Jackylyn, it actually depends on how you wanted your design to look like. If you want it flat, then no need to use modeling paste but if you want it to be more pronounced, having textures or impasto effect then use modeling paste. Have fun, enjoy painting! ☺😇

I'm sure pwede mo syang gamitin as base or as added texture sa canvas before painting it with oil, parang gesso but I haven't really tried mixing it with oil paints as it is intended for acrylics. Besides heavy bodied naman na kasi ang oil kaya kahit kapalan mo ang hagod sa oil to create the impasto effect on your painting pwede na sya.

Hi Sonia, yes you can use oil paints or overlay it after drying first the modeling paste on your canvas.

Hello 'art and mist', I think I have answered the same question 5 months ago---> "while both terms is about applying heavy textures on painting, the difference is in their meaning. Impasto is the term in the visual arts referring to the technique used when creating bold and heavy textures to emphasize light and shade on a particular subject. This is usually seen on oil paintings because oil paints are usually produced in thick paste/substance or heavy bodied medium and dries thicker and opaque than water based paints such as acrylics. That is why in acrylic painting, one may need an additive like modeling paste and/or gesso to thicken the pigment in order to have the same effect such as in oils. Although nowadays, there are various paint manufacturers or brands that produces heavy bodied acrylic paints so you can have the same thickness of oil paints while maintaining the transparent quality or characteristic and vibrancy of a water based medium. So in short, impasto is about the technique (terminology) used in painting, while modeling paste refers to the medium (material) used or additive or some may call it as an auxiliary to the medium being used." I hope the same explanation will shed light to your query. Happy holidays & happy painting!

The Liquitex Modeling paste I used here dries in matte finish.

If you want it to be thicker, just apply first coat and allow it to dry first the apply 2nd coat, let it dry... and then another layer until you get the desired thickness you want.

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It takes for a little time to dry up, depending on the thickness of your application.

Hello Beryl, at times I also experimented using spackle or putty and plaster in making out different textures for my paintings. Those are much cheaper than modeling paste but in a way they're not archivable because they could crack especially on canvas or in other flexible surfaces. Although you can still use it if you prefer that way, I've known other artists who also have used such mediums. On the other hand, modeling paste is more versatile dries hard and yet malleable in its substance the reason why it is great in canvas, wood, paper boards and the likes. I hope this helps and thanks for asking, cheers!

@@RuelsonBruceFuerteLee Very much so 🥰. Thank you.

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Yes you can Nicole, if you want your painting to appear more shiny. Although acrylic paints have their natural sheen or luster especially if it's not diluted or thinned with much water. You can also use iridescent acrylic paints in your final layering just like what I did here. 🥰

Yes Kezia, it stays white so long it is not mixed with colors. Probably it also depends on what brand you use, because some brands may look off white when it dries.

@@RuelsonBruceFuerteLee okay thanks a lot!

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Yes you can thin modeling paste either with water & acrylic mixture or with a fluid acylic medium.

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Maraming salamat sa suggestion mo Calvin. Di ko pa sya actually na try, pero tingin ko pwede naman din syang gamitin for texturing especially kung gagamitin mo sya kasama ang ibang mga materials like strands or fibers tapos saka mo sya i-apply para dumikit sa canvas saka patuyuin. Siguro ang downside nga lang nya, mahirap syang i-form into different shapes/texture unlike the modeling paste at medyo mahirap syang linisin o alisin sa palette knife kasi madikit sya kailangan mo ng paint thinner or lacquer thinner pang linis. Medyo harsh din sa health ang mga chemicals na nakahalo dito kasi pang sealant sya, kelangan kapag gagamit ka ng ganito nasa well ventillated area ka gumagawa para di maapektuhan ang baga mo. Samantalang, ang modeling paste ay non-toxic at water base sya gaya ng acrylic paints kaya madali mo syang linisin o i-shape sa kung anong klaseng texture ang gusto mo habang di pa sya natutuyo.

Hi po, you can use Focus Acrylic Matte Finish or Focus Outdoor Sealer or any other available brands with the same purpose. Meron po nyan sa Shopee or probably sa Lazada.

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Yes it can, so long it's an air dry clay.

@@RuelsonBruceFuerteLee Aww thank you kindly! 😊

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I think when it comes to its purpose of creating textures, they have no difference at all... perhaps only on the quality or results of it.

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Hello Sonia, usually oil base & waterbased paints or mediums don't mix well. So I suggest you apply first the modeling paste on your canvas and allow it to totally dry up. After drying the modeling paste and when it hardens in your canvas, you can now paint it over with oil. I hope this helps. Have a nice day!

Hi FREEDOM4ME, if you want it to be thicker, just apply first coat and allow it to dry first the apply 2nd coat, let it dry... and then another layer until you get the desired thickness you want.