I would really love to get into painting abstract artwork, but I have no idea where to start with materials. I think I would mostly like to work with acrylic paint and maybe occasionally oil paint.

I am trying to find out if stretched canvases or box canvases are better for paintings? I would love any opinions and thoughts. It would be good to have framing options if needed. I was in Hobbycraft today looking at the different canvases, and I am really struggling to make a decision.

I was actually in Hobbycraft again this morning looking at all of the different canvases. On their website, they seem to have a good discount if you buy 5 at once of certain sizes. Does anyone know if there is a better deal out there if buying canvases in bulk?

Although I would like to take painting seriously and make beautiful artwork, I would like to have fun and not put too much pressure on myself.
Also, I would love to see your artwork and paintings. Art has always had a special place in my heart.

Also, does anyone have any recommendations for really good acrylic paint brushes please?

Thank you in advance.

Melissa