Usage of "both"

[Juliana Melo]

Please, how would be the correct usage of "both" in this case? Is there a general rule?

1. "The experience acquired both through theme and canvas painting"
2. "The experience acquired through both theme and canvas painting "

Thank you in advance :D

[Alan]

Hi Juliana Melo,

Where you position 'both' depends on the emphasis you wish to make. Greater empahsis is indicated by putting 'both' as here:

'The experience acquired through both theme and canvas painting'.

Alan
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