Artist Materials Advisor
- - March 12, 2025 - 9 min read 617
Explore the characteristics of drying oils like linseed, walnut, and poppy seed in oil painting. Learn how each affects drying time, color stability, and flexibility.
- - March 03, 2025 - 5 min read 291
Learn how to safely dispose of oil paint-soaked rags to prevent fires and protect the environment. Follow best practices for a safer art studio.
- - February 21, 2025 - 14 min read 1986
Discover how oil paint glaze enhances transparency and depth with the right pigments, mediums, and layering techniques. Learn expert tips for lasting, luminous results.
- - February 17, 2025 - 5 min read 544
Discover proven methods for storing oil paint to extend its shelf life and maintain optimal quality. Learn practical tips and techniques.
- - February 14, 2025 - 27 min read 502
Discover the role of oil paint driers in accelerating drying times and improving your painting techniques. Learn best practices for optimal results.
- - January 20, 2025 - 12 min read 1260
Learn how to paint ACM panels with expert tips on priming, testing, and selecting archival-quality materials for durable artwork.
- - January 20, 2025 - 7 min read 348
Discover the crucial role of adhesion testing for ACM panels, why primers are essential, and how artists can ensure the longevity of their artwork through DIY tests and tested materials.
- - January 14, 2025 - 12 min read 1079
Explore essential varnishing techniques to enhance and protect your artwork. Learn best practices for selecting and applying varnish.
- - January 09, 2025 - 14 min read 1031
Dive into a 15-year study on picture varnish aging. Learn how natural and synthetic varnish resins compare after natural aging regarding discoloration, gloss, and solubility.
- - December 28, 2024 - 10 min read 795
Discover lithopone pigment's history, properties, and its role in fine art and conservation. Learn how modern techniques address its historical challenges.