It's usually done with oil paint because of the thick consistency and slow drying time, although it's possible to add acrylic gels as a thickening agent to get a similar effect with acrylics.

The 3-D Impasto-style oil paintings of artist Patty Mackey will be featured for the Feb. 13- April 4 exhibit at the Main Event Gallery, 710 Main St., Red Bluff, with an opportunity to meet the ...