Vlog: How to Mix Colour on your Canvas
One thing I have learned from working with pastel for so many years, is how to mix your colours on
How to Paint a Portrait in Oils
Painting a portrait in oils can seem daunting but if you follow a thorough method you will avoid many pitfalls.
Vlog: Can I Use a Watercolour Brush for Oil Painting?
Pop into any art supplies store and you will see an inviting wall of brushes. There are watercolour brushes, brushes
A Review of Rublev Oils
Rublev oils are a unique paint in that they set out to only use historic pigments and provide us with
Oil Painting without Solvents
Oil painting without using solvents or toxic mediums; can it be done? Absolutely. This guide explains how oil painting can
Ampersand Gessobord Review
Ampersand Gessobord is a premium rigid oil painting support. It is a wonderful support that I regularly use. In this
How to Paint a Background
Should I paint the background first or last? This is a question I hear quite often as an art tutor.
Oil Painting: The Fat over Lean Rule
Scared of Oils A recent article in a main UK art magazine made me remember why I took so long
A Guide to Colour Temperature in Pastel Painting
Colour Temperature is an important concept for painters. Once we learn to see the temperature of colours we can make
What is Your Favourite Oil Paint?
So many brands, so many choices. Please vote for your favourite oil paint brand in this poll and pass it
How to Package an Oil Painting for Shipping
Shipping a painting is always a bit scary, especially if the painting has to cross borders. I usually use normal couriers for international shipments and so good packaging is vital. You simply cannot overpack! More is best. You must always assume your painting could get stuck at customs, left uncollected at a cold/hot and damp warehouse and stacked up with other big and heavy parcels. So how do you protect your painting from all this?
Paint it Black
Black is one of the most difficult colours to get right in painting. Many artists prefer to use Ivory Black,
