5 Essential Tips for Painting Simple Flowers in Oil
If you’re dreaming about painting vibrant flowers but don’t know where to start, you’re in the right place!Here’s a laid-back guide to painting simple flowers in oil without feeling lost. 1. Choose a Loose Style Forget about making your flowers perfect.Loose, expressive flowers feel way more artistic (and they’re way easier for beginners). Big, swoopy […]
Hanging Oil Paintings: Find the Right Height for a Stylish, Balanced Wall
Art has the power to completely change a room, but where you place it on the wall matters just as much as the piece itself. Whether you’re showing off a textured oil painting, a calm wabi-sabi canvas, a colorful masterpiece, or a bold abstract, getting the height right is key. Let’s talk about how to […]
How to Build Confidence in Abstract Oil Painting – A Beginner’s Journey
Your First Stroke Matters Less Than You Think A lot of beginners freeze when faced with a blank canvas. But here’s the thing: your first stroke doesn’t have to be “perfect.” Just make a mark! Once you break the ice, the rest gets easier. Work in Layers and Stages Think of your painting like a […]
The Intersection of Art and Philosophy: Exploring “The Earth’s First Light Under the Night”
Where Texture Meets Meaning Texture in art does more than just add depth—it creates feeling. With “The Earth’s First Light Under the Night,” the surface itself becomes a silent storyteller. The layers, the grooves, the subtle imperfections—they all echo the essence of wabi-sabi, the Japanese philosophy that cherishes the incomplete, the transient, and the imperfect. […]
Bringing Life into Beach Paintings – Adding People and Motion
Beyond the Landscape: Adding Human Touch Many beach paintings lack a human presence—but adding people, even small silhouettes, can add story and warmth. A single figure walking by the waterline can shift the entire mood. Keep Figures Loose and Suggestive You don’t need detailed faces. Small, blurry outlines often do the trick. Let posture suggest […]
Modern Interiors Meet Inner Depth – The Appeal of “Phantom of the Soul in Brushstrokes”
Subtle Yet Striking In today’s overstimulated world, art like “Phantom of the Soul in Brushstrokes” provides a calm counterpoint. Its muted palette and textured composition make it subtle enough to blend into a room—yet powerful enough to stand out. It’s the kind of art you notice more the longer you live with it. Perfect for […]
How to Build Confidence and Overcome Self-Doubt in Oil Painting
Introduction: The Battle with Self-Doubt Self-doubt is a common challenge for many oil painters, especially beginners. The fear of making mistakes can paralyze creativity and stop you from progressing. In this post, we’ll share tips on how to build confidence in your oil painting skills and overcome self-doubt. 1. Embrace Imperfection Perfectionism is often the […]
Step-by-Step Oil Painting Basics for Aspiring Artists
Whether your goal is realism or abstraction, understanding the basics of oil painting will help you express your ideas better. Step 1: Start with Sketching Draw thumbnail sketches of your ideas to refine your composition before painting. Step 2: Understand Values and Shapes Practice breaking down scenes into light, mid-tone, and dark shapes. This helps […]
Fragmented Identity and the Mechanics of Feeling: Inside “The Wheels Hung on My Bones”
Introduction: The Self Disassembled This painting’s title reads like poetry from a dystopian diary — a self both mechanical and haunted. Abstract art allows such impossible imagery to feel real. “The Wheels Hung on My Bones” is not a story, but a dissection of identity. Fragmentation in Abstract Art Cubism broke apart space. Abstract expressionism […]
Preventive Care Tips to Keep Your Oil Paint Brushes Clean Longer
Preventing paint from drying in your brush is the best way to avoid damage and lengthy cleanups. This blog focuses on habits and tools you can use to keep your brushes cleaner for longer. Daily Cleaning Habits 1. Don’t Delay Cleaning Even a few minutes can make paint harder to clean. Wipe and rinse your […]