Painting with oils: What do I need to know?

To create oil art, you need to mix some pigments that are oil-based and also contain binders. One fact you should keep in mind before starting in the world of oil painting is that this type of paint has a much slower drying time than we are used to, but for this very reason, we can achieve a better blend of colors and better preservation of them. If you want to know everything you need about oil painting, this article is for you, as we will give you the best tips and advice to become an expert in this technique.

How to start oil painting?

Below, we propose a 6-step plan so you can create your oil art in the best possible way:

1.       Choose a theme: We recommend that if you are just starting in this artistic world, you begin with simple designs such as nature, for example, and then you can move on to much more complex ideas.

2.       Think about the composition of your painting: Consider the different shapes that will be part of your artwork: circles, squares, triangles…

3.       Draw on paper first: Our best advice is to put your ideas on paper before moving to canvas, as this will give you the opportunity to practice and make changes if necessary.

4.       Let your creativity soar: Have fun in the process of oil painting, give yourself the opportunity to try ideas you never thought of before, and simply enjoy painting.

Elements for oil painting

Here is a list of the products you need to do your work with this technique:

1.       Brushes.

2.       Oil paints.

3.       Canvases.

4.       Palettes for mixing.

5.       Oils or solvents.

Where to buy oil painting supplies

When you decide to enter the world of oil painting, you must keep in mind that a large part of the final result of your work depends on the quality of the materials you use. For this reason, we always recommend looking for the best options, as this will allow you to enjoy the oil painting experience and the outcome of your work much more.

Panafargo is one of the best stationery stores in Medellín; with us, you can find all the art products you need, always with the peace of mind that they are of the best quality on the market. You can view all the materials we have available on our website and place your order through the same channel. Check out our products for oil painting!