Glazing is a wonderful method of painting for the artist who is not in a hurry. Painting alla prima is fast and satisfying. The student artist will most likely begin his course of studying by learning how paints behave on …
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There are many fine canvas manufacturers and the majority of artists tend to purchase pre-made, ready to use supports. These have been sized and stretched and are ready for a base coat of gesso. Cost and quality vary, as well …
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Water-soluble or miscible oil paints are not widely known or advertised in the art world. It is similar to regular oil paint, with the exception that they may be thinned and cleaned with water. Regardless of the devil-may-care, innovative roles …
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Artists painting in acrylic or oil typically paint on canvas, canvas board or gessoed masonite. Watercolorists paint on paper. However, many other surfaces can be used as a painting support. Artistic creativity does not necessarily stop with the artwork. Many …
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Bob Ross and his happy little friends have introduced millions of PBS viewers to the world of art. Bob may be gone but his gentle legacy of painting technique continues to charm and instruct. Not only are there books and …
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Capturing the essence and spirit of a living subject requires attention to detail, the ability for creative extrapolation, and the talent to register the nuances of expression and creases of time and living. Portraits are often considered the pinnacle of …
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Although oil paint has remained the premiere painting medium and the basic color formulations remain constant, the technology is vastly improved and quality controlled. The artist no longer concerns himself with grinding pigment, blending oils and minerals. Today an artist …
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When something has been around as long as oil painting, there are more tips, tricks and guidelines than would be possible to catalogue in a mere article. That being said, this will be some common sense bits of advice for …
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Painting with oils has been popular since its introduction during the Renaissance. Perhaps that’s why so many people enjoy it as a hobby or turn their skills into a profitable career. Mixing paints, adding layers and trying new techniques and …
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Painting with oil paint can be rewarding and enjoyable. The results of oil paints are unlike paintings produced by any other paints because oil is especially unique in its ability produce a sense of depth, light, and movement all at …
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