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Oil painting tips and tricks for beginners

Here are a few tips and tricks for when you are starting out with oil paints. Continue reading

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Drying boxes

Suppliers of drying boxes Continue reading

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Painting workshops in Italy

If you are looking for a structured painting workshop in Italy, here as some good ones. Continue reading

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How to oil paint instruction books

You can spend a lot of time and money buying the wrong art instruction books that do not help you, or send you in the wrong direction. Here are some excellent printed and online books on the principles and techniques … Continue reading

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What is the difference between Student and Artist grade oil paints?

You have decided you want to paint with oils, now you have to decide what grade of paints to work with. Continue reading

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What is “fat over lean” when it applies to oil paints?

I have heard some artists use the expression “fat over lean” when referring to painting with oils. What does it mean? Continue reading

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What kind of brushes are best for oil painting?

There are so many different varieties of painting brush to choose from. This article will help you choose the one that is right for you. Continue reading

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Brush cleaner suppliers

A list of suppliers of non-toxic brush cleaners Continue reading

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Oil paints and medium suppliers

A list of suppliers of oil paints, medium, & thinners Continue reading

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Photographic supplies

Where to get a good deal on photographic equipment Continue reading

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