This guide covers my top practical tips for painting portraits with water mixable oils. Let’s get the most out of this wonderful medium!
How to Make Your Own Canvas: Stretching, Sizing, and Priming
My step-by-step guide on making your own canvas, from assembling the frame to sizing and priming, with tips on materials and techniques.
Tonalism: Breakdown of the Style and Painting Technique
Tonalism, with its focus on mood and atmosphere, is a uniquely compelling art movement. Discover the techniques that make it so special!
Water Mixable Oil Paints: My Experience, Brands, and Techniques
Water mixable oil paint is a great alternative to traditional oils. Learn about its properties, brands, toxicity, and performance.
How to Paint Landscapes: 5 Tips for Beginner Oil Painters
Get better at painting landscapes with these 5 tips. Learn to simplify shapes, clarify values, and create depth in your landscape paintings.
Top 10 Oil Painting Exercises for Beginners
These oil painting exercises for beginners will help you get comfortable with your tools and improve your understanding of art fundamentals.
How to Use Oil Paint on Paper: Tips and Surface Preparation
Paper is a valid alternative to canvases and wood panels. Check out my tips for choosing the right paper and priming it for oil paint.