Have you been wanting to bring something new and edgy into your oil painting techniques? Have you thought about trying new oil painting techniques or approaches to applying the paint? Here are some ideas that are sure to breathe new life into your oil painting techniques toolbox. 1. Wet into wet Wet into wet is […]
9 Top Oil Paints Rated for the Serious Oil Painter
August 12, 2011 by 33 Comments
Are you a serious oil painter and would like the top oil paints rated? Have you ever found yourself in front of the rows and rows of oil paints unable to decide which ones were best suited for you? Are you confused by the many manufacturers of oil paints and their claims? 9 Top Oil […]
3 Common Oil Painting Problems and How to Resolve Them
August 12, 2011 by 14 Comments
Have you ever had a problem in your oil painting such as cracking or dull finish? Have you had other oil painting problems and have not found any solutions? Oil painting is a pretty forgiving medium, but there are things that can go wrong and ruin your artwork if you aren’t aware of them. The […]
Top 6 Ways to Create Texture in Oil Painting
August 11, 2011 by 1 Comment
Have you ever wanted to experiment and create texture in oil painting? If you want to create texture in oil painting, this can be a challenge as there as so many options from which to choose. Oil color, with its mediums, lends well to glazing techniques with a smooth varnished finish. However, there are a large […]
Should You Use Black? For the Serious Oil Painter It Is a Serious Question
August 11, 2011 by 2 Comments
Should you use black in your oil painting color palette? Since I began oil painting, it has been a hotly debated subject among serious artists. Even as early as 5 years ago when I took a portrait painting class at the Art Students’ League of New York, a very well-known and respected teacher asked the class if using black […]
6 Color Schemes for the Serious Oil Painter
July 20, 2011 by 1 Comment
Have you ever started a painting and then hours into it found yourself muddling around with the colors unsure which direction to go? Have you ever wanted a simple way to think about your color compositions? Are you still unsure about how to design color into the total concept of your oil painting? Here are 6 color schemes […]
2 Keys to Success Using Cadmium Reds and Yellows in Oil Painting
July 15, 2011 by 4 Comments
Have you ever been painting with either Cadmium Red or Cadmium Yellow and gotten frustrated because you couldn’t get the color mix right? When it comes to mixing colors with the cadmium, they can be a little tricky. I have devised 2 strategies that can help you strengthen your oil painting when it comes to this difficult family in […]
Oil Painting on a Budget: How You Still Can Afford It
July 14, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Are you an artist and would like some tips for oil painting on a budget? Would you like to cut your costs in oil painting without sacrificing any quality in the final product? Let’s face it, times are tough economically for everyone these days, not just for artists. But if you are an artist who […]
