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Coloured pencils

What is the difference between wax-based and oil-based coloured pencils?

10 November 2020

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Alkyd Oils

How long should you wait before varnishing alkyd oils- is it the same as traditional oils?

10 November 2020

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Dull patches in oil painting

How do you rescue dull patches in an oil painting?

21 October 2020

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Watercolour paper sides

Is there a correct side to work on watercolour paper?

21 October 2020

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Watercolour Paper

Does watercolour paper ever expire?

14 September 2020

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Gold leaf

Can I paint over gold leaf with oil or acrylic paints? And how do I do it?

14 September 2020

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Consistencies of Acrylic Paint

How do I choose between different consistencies of acrylic paint?

5 August 2020

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Linseed Oil

What is linseed oil medium and do I have to use it?

5 August 2020

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Water-mixable

How are water-mixable oils different from traditional oils?

7 July 2020

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Watercolour grounds

How do I paint with watercolour on canvas?

7 July 2020

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Waste disposal advice

How do you dispose of acrylic waste water and dried-up paint?

19 May 2020

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Brushes for oils
Brushes for oils

What are the best brushes to use for painting with oils?

19 May 2020

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