Is it possible to paint over charcoal drawings?

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Yes, if fixed properly first; acrylics work better than oils.
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Yes, you can paint over charcoal drawings. It's best to use a fixative spray to seal the charcoal and prevent it from smudging.
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Renu sundriyal Yes, you can paint over charcoal drawings. It's best to use a fixative spray to seal the charcoal and prevent it from smudging.
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I will never recommend to paint over charcoal You may mix charcoal powder with water and paint
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