Oil Painting Papers give an accessible, cost-effective area that has some of the familiarity of canvas but without the need of its pounds and bulk. Even greater – these papers arrive ready primed, so you don’t need to have to expend time prepping them before portray. They’re best for speedy […]
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Shape Castles in Paint, Chalk and Oil Pastel Inspired by Paul Klee and Mary Blair
Recently I shared that my students were doing Shape Stations (or centers) in the art room. I did this after the success of both our Dot Day and Line Study stations. I’m loving the exploration the kids are able to do and the kids are loving it…for the same reasons. […]
The Royal Institute of Oil Painters Annual Exhibition 2022 & Events
This week the Annual Exhibition of the Royal Institute of Oil Painters opens to the public at the Mall Galleries on Thursday, 24th November 2022. I haven’t been to one since 2019 – so am really looking forward to going this year. This is after the ROI experienced the worst […]
Master Your Mediums: A Guide for Oil Painters: PART I of II
The subject of what mediums to use for oil painting causes so much confusion to oil painters of all levels! In this two-part blog post I offer some clarity on the subject to help you decide if and when and which mediums to use in your oil paintings. This post […]
Master Your Mediums: A Guide for Oil Painters: PART II of II
This put up is Portion II, so if you have not but, read through Portion I first! There I go over oil mediums, solvents, and the mediums that I Don’t use or advocate. Good, Particle-Dependent “Mediums” Technically these are additives, not mediums, but discovering their houses prospects me to the […]