what is modeling paste

Modeling paste, also known as molding paste, is a thick substance filled with hard solids that produces a textured effect when applied to canvas or other surfaces. It is a versatile product that can be used to enhance not only acrylic paintings, but many other craft projects as well. Modeling paste can be mixed with acrylic paint while still wet to create a thick paint, or it is possible to add color over the top of dry paste too. Modeling paste can be applied directly to a board or stretched canvas with a palette knife or brush. It dries with a bit more substance than acrylic paint itself, allowing you to create everything from a subtle texture to a rough landscape. Modeling paste is very high in viscosity, like the texture of a really thick frosting, and can give you peaks and that ability to literally stand up on your canvas and create that 3D effect. Modeling paste dries opaque white, so it will change the color of your paint if you mix them. If you want your colors to stay true, apply the modeling paste first, then after it dries, paint it. The best modeling pastes for acrylic paint allow for textural experimentations and can work on largely any surface.