Have you ever read on the back of a tube of paint and seen the permanence rating and wondered what it was or how to use that information? Or have you ever wondered which colors make the best glazes? Do you know which colors have the best opaque coverage? These are important questions for the serious […]
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 […]
Which White? For the Serious Artist, It is a Serious Question.
July 12, 2011 by 1 Comment
For the serious oil painter, it is a serious question: which white? There are several variations of white pigment to choose from in oil color. Moreover, some may have the same hue in common, but contain a different oil base that will significantly change the use of the paint. In all cases, choosing the whites […]
