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Studio Staples: Which White? Comparing Titanium and Zinc

Scott Maier — Tue, 02 Jul 2024 06:15:00 +0000

When starting out in oil painting, the type of white paint you choose to use might not be a major concern, but as you become more proficient with color-mixing, the nuanced distinctions between these choices become increasingly important. Here’s what you need to know.

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It’s the Little Things

Artists Network — Fri, 14 Jun 2024 06:15:00 +0000

See how Remington Robinson creates his mini plein air paintings.

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Varnishing for Oil Painters: A Simple Guide

Scott Maier — Fri, 17 May 2024 06:15:00 +0000

Understand the fundamentals, various types, application, removal, and necessary tools for varnishing.

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How Did She Do That?

Artists Network — Thu, 16 May 2024 06:15:00 +0000

Unlock artistic lessons from a 19th-century portrait by Cecilia Beaux in this analysis of her work.

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Coming Up Roses

Artists Network — Tue, 13 Feb 2024 07:15:00 +0000

During a workshop at the Florence Academy of Art in Jersey City, N.J., Massachusetts painter and teacher Kathleen Speranza showed participants how to depict roses using an indirect method of painting and a specific limited palette. by Louise B. Hafesh “I’m obsessed with roses,” admits Kathleen Speranza, the distinguished still life and floral painter who has been on a quest to translate the objects of her affection. “Roses have always been on the periphery of my work,” she says, explaining the genesis of her passion, “but I was reluctant to fully commit to them as a subject since they have…

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The Zorn Palette: Unexpected Paints for Realistic Skin Tones

Vanessa Lyman — Tue, 26 Dec 2023 07:10:00 +0000

“I’d been painting for 15 years before I heard about this palette,” says Christina Kent, a San Francisco-based oil painter. “My first reaction was, ‘Why didn’t I hear about this sooner?!’” This limited palette was pioneered by Anders Zorn, a Swedish portrait artist active primarily in the early 1900s, and is often referred to as the “Zorn palette.” He is said to have worked with Lead White, Yellow Ochre, Vermilion, and Ivory Black. Kent’s version of the palette consists of four paints: Titanium White, Cadmium Red Light Pure, Yellow Ochre, and Payne’s Grey from the Utrecht Artists’ Oil Colors line.…

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Small Changes that Matter: The Power of Color

Scott Maier — Thu, 12 Oct 2023 18:20:56 +0000

Learn how making subtle changes in color can totally transform a painting.

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Choose the Right Fixative for Underpainting

Scott Maier — Mon, 02 Oct 2023 16:43:28 +0000

Follow along as Scott Maier explores three different ways of preparing a charcoal underdrawing for an oil painting.

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Can You Name the First Realist?

Courtney Jordan — Fri, 15 Sep 2023 06:38:00 +0000

Gustave Courbet was a realist, rebel and romantic. He lived a life of exploration, opportunity, notoriety -- and loved every minute of it. Here's his story.

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4 Stages of Bringing a Portrait to Life: an Oil Painting Demo

Gustavo Ramos — Mon, 28 Aug 2023 20:44:42 +0000

Learn how to create lifelike portraits by painting in layers. Gustavo Ramos shares the secrets behind his masterful work in an oil painting demo of Mother and Child. Don’t miss the exclusive opportunity to learn these lifelike portrait techniques from Gustavo Ramos at Art Fest in Mesa AZ! Scroll down for more information and register today. Stage 1: The Wipeout To start this painting, I covered the surface with a thin wash of transparent oxide red and ultramarine blue diluted with odorless mineral spirits. I applied this mixture with a rag and wiped the panel until I achieved a light…

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A Secret Weapon for Underpainting

Scott Maier — Wed, 09 Aug 2023 18:09:44 +0000

Steven Walker has a secret weapon for his underpainting process. Use this tool to help create the perfect underpainting for your oil painting!

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Oil Painting Mediums: What to Know

Scott Maier — Wed, 26 Jul 2023 20:39:43 +0000

Try this oil painting medium to improve your oil paintings with more fluid brushwork and a balanced sheen

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Conducting Light and Color

Michael Chesley Johnson — Tue, 25 Jul 2023 15:36:55 +0000

Steven Walker’s interest in the quality of light is like a conductor’s baton, orchestrating color, value and depth to make paintings that sing.

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Pan Pastels: Watercolor’s Secret Weapon

Scott Maier — Wed, 05 Jul 2023 19:28:00 +0000

Johannes Vloothuis uses PanPastels as a secret weapon for watercolor painting. Add details and create an atmosphere with these pigments!

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Give Alkyd Paints and Water-Soluble Oils a Try!

Scott Maier — Wed, 28 Jun 2023 21:24:47 +0000

Johannes Vloothuis recommends painting with water-soluble oils and alkyd paints for quick, vibrant, and easy professional results.

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Exploring Color, Edges and Movement: Painting Fireworks

Scott Maier — Wed, 28 Jun 2023 20:11:57 +0000

Learn how to paint fireworks in this step-by-step demo, creating light, movement, and smoke. Learn about edges, texture, and brushwork!

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