The Painter's Block
Welcome to 'The Painter's Block,' the art and outdoor blog that covers everything from art collecting to our relationship with nature. Here you'll find helpful information for artists and oil painting along with topics I love related to wildlife and the great outdoors. I share with you all the things I learn and experience through my journey as a traditional artist as well as what inspires my art.
As an artist, I know firsthand the eagerness to dive right in and start adding color to a blank canvas. However, as I've grown my craft over the last 20 years, I've come to appreciate the importance of taking the...
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Oiling out is a technique that can help you achieve a smooth and vibrant surface in your painting. Many times while working in oils, the painting will dry unevenly which makes it difficult to see what you're working on. So...
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Blending is an essential technique for almost any type of painting. The right brushes can make all the difference. Whether you're working in oils, acrylics, or watercolors, the brushes you use will affect the look and feel of your finished artwork....
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Whether you're looking to create smooth, even layers, or textured, impasto effects, there's a palette knife that can help you achieve your desired look. In this article, we will take a closer look at the different styles of palette knives...
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Whether you're an artist looking to sell their first drawing or have been selling your paintings for years, but are looking for ways to go full-time, this article is for you. I think the easiest way to go about this is...
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Oil painting is one of the most enjoyable mediums to paint in and is a popular medium for several reasons. However when working in oils, it's important to understand what the risks are and what things make for a safely-equipped studio. Oil...
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You're browsing through the brushes at the art store and become overwhelmed by all the types available. Don't sweat it, we've all been there. The biggest category you might notice however, is natural hair bristle brushes and synthetic bristle brushes, which...
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One of the most common questions I get regarding acrylic paint is whether to use heavy or soft body. Now, the answer to that is mostly going to depend on what you are specifically after in your artwork, but knowing...
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Oil painting mediums can be a little overwhelming due to the sheer number of them available. What are they even? Well, they are additives that come in all types and are added to oil paint in order to change the working properties and behavior....
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Owning an original painting can be a wonderful experience, but it's important to not forget about caring for it. In this article we'll go over the basics for cleaning and conserving both acrylic and oil paintings. Note: This blog contains...
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What is acrylic paint and where did it come from? In this article we're going to go over the history of acrylics and why artists use them today in their artwork. Note: This blog contains affiliate links and purchasing through them...
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Whether you're just starting out with acrylic painting or are in search of some new paints to try, it can be overwhelming trying to decide between all the different types and brands that are out there. In this article, we'll...
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