Slade | May 31, 2010
After experimenting with various woods, thicknesses, supports and grounds, and after extensive research online, books and articles. I believe that I’ve found a relatively fast, reliable method of preparing high quality wooden panels.
Wood
Since I generally paint on a small scale (16” x 20” maximum), I’ve found that building and attaching supports to keep thinner substrates from [...]
Slade | May 26, 2010
Here’s a list of my current favorites…
Mediums:
For Fine Detail:
Italian Wax Medium – Old Masters (brand)
For Looser or Heavier Impasto work:
Flemish Maroger – Old Masters (brand)
Driers:
Liquid Lead – Doak (brand): Used sparingly
Texture Additives:
Tix-O-Gel – Doak (brand): For extremely thick brush work. Strokes keep their shape nicely
White Sandbox Sand – bought at Home Depot. Ground with a [...]
Slade | May 26, 2010
This is my stardard palette and I’ve found very little that I couldn’t paint with these colors. After reading extensively about Micheal Harding Oil paints I ordered a few tubes but haven’t used them…yet. I will post my thoughts as soon as I have. I have used Robert Doak Oils almost exclusively for years. His paints are hand [...]
Slade | May 26, 2010
No Solvents!
First off, I would never suggest using turpentine for anything other than cleaning brushes after varnishing. Recently an elderly artist friend of mine passed away due to upper respiratory problems brought on by prolonged exposure to turpentine fumes. I’ve sacrificed a lot for my painting but I’m not prepared to give up my respiratory [...]
