Oil, acrylic, and watercolor techniques.
We debunk the myth that quicker-drying paint is superior, and explain why oil, acrylic, and watercolor each demand different techniques for lasting results.
We need to talk about oil painting. And acrylics. And why your watercolor paper is buckling. No dogma, just what actually happens when paint hits canv...
Imagine you're a working painter facing a portrait commission. We walk through oil, acrylic, and watercolor to pick the best medium for the job, with ...
Stop listening to acrylic cheerleaders. Here's why oil paint still wins for serious work — and when watercolor or fast-drying acrylic actually makes m...
A straight-talking comparison of oil, acrylic, and watercolor for beginners. Learn drying times, costs, and which medium fits your goals. Includes a c...
A studio painter's honest take on oil vs. acrylic: slow drying as a gift, toxic pigments you can skip, and a palette that won't break the bank.
Inspiration in painting isn't a mysterious gift—it's a practical craft. I debunk the myth of the lone genius and show you how to find your own spark.
Oil paint isn't the only serious medium. Acrylics dry fast, layer cleanly, and are perfect for modern painters. Here's how to master them.
Why you should stop thinking of oil paint as the default. A no-nonsense guide to acrylics, watercolor, gouache, and more—with real history and practic...
Oil paint's slow oxidative drying, not acrylic's quick fix, gives you control over luminosity and texture. We make the case for why serious painters s...
Acrylic dries fast and convenient, but oil's slow cure and fat-over-lean layering give unmatched depth. Here's why serious painters should stick with ...
Discover why glazing is the secret to luminous, deep color in oil painting. Learn step-by-step how to glaze like a pro, avoid common pitfalls, and whe...
Forget speed. The slow, oxidative cure of oil paint—its one to three week drying time—is what forces you to slow down, see clearly, and find inspirati...