Paint, Paint, Paint - Oil Painting At Home

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You are never to young or old to start painting if you have the desire. I was gifted with creative and artistic abilities in many forms of Art, not just oil painting or watercolor painting. If you want to paint and have patience while learning the techniques and learn what your painting instruments can do for you, then you will turn out paintings that you will be proud of and want to share with others. Whether it is in the basement, garage, outside on the patio, find a place to set up to paint and let your imagination go. This article is just about the basics of what you will need if you are just starting out to paint. If there is enough interest then there will be other articles about painting, not only with oil paints but also in watercolor paint. I love them both the same. Totally different supplies and techniques.

Lets start by getting together what you will need before you start to paint:

You will need something to paint on: a cloth Canvas, and they come in a variety of sizes. I would suggest starting with a smaller but comfortable size (16x20) that isn't too small and isn't too large. You can also buy them in bulk, already primed, or you can also stretch your own canvas if you want.

Next you will need a easel to paint on: Easel's come in different forms: tabletop, standing, aluminum, wood....if you are truly interested in taking up painting as a hobby I would suggest paying good money for a sturdy one that fits your needs when you paint. Don't buy a tabletop if you plan on doing larger paintings. Standing easels are a good so that you can stand back and look at the painting, it will also be about the same angle and height as it would when hung on the wall.

Paint Brushes: choosing the correct Paint Brush is very important and can make a significant difference in the quality of your finished work. Make sure you buy paint brushes for oil paints. The length of the brush should be longer due to most oil painters stand up when they are painting. If you are going to do a lot of small detail it is best to buy a sable hair brush and it doesn't show the brush strokes as bad. You will want to also buy Artist Grade paint brushes and not the cheap hog-hair brushes. Your results will show the quality of brush you used. There are many types of brushes; filbert, round, fan, liner, 1", 2"....etc. You will also want to make sure you take care of your brushes when cleaning and storing them. Use a odorless thinner, you can also buy conditioner for your brushes. Store them flat or at least in a place that will keep the bristles from becoming distorted.

Paint (Oils): Oil Paints come in a variety of manufacturer's. I use Bob Ross paints and supplies. I find his paint is creamy and easy to work with. I suggest getting one of his Beginner or Master kits for starting out. Paint is very expensive and as you learn you will find that you will not use quite as much paint as you did in the beginning. It really takes very little. These kits will also give you the basic colors you will need because there a lot of color pigments out there to choose from. Buy the paint according to what you want to paint. You will not want to buy floral paint if you are going to paint landscape.

Odorless Thinner for paint: Odorless Thinner if you have painted before you know the smell of turpentine or solvents. This will do the job well and has a low smell.

Pallet Knives to paint with: Pallet Knives these are a must especially when you go to apply snow or shading on your mountains or cutting in water lines. There are different sizes and shapes so buy according to what you will be painting.

Pallet: there are different types of pallets to hold your paint. There are disposable sheets that you just throw away when your done with the painting or there are plastic and wooded ones. I usually put too much paint on my pallet and I just put some plastic wrap or aluminum foil over the paints and throw in the freezer. The paints will set up and become hard to work with if you leave them out.

Liquid Mediums & Gesso for painting: Mediums & Gesso these items will really help you in your painting. The liquid mediums help the paint to go on easier and help in blending. Use the Liquid white to prep your canvas and you will be amazed, use very little, it can also be used to thin down your titanium white paint when you go to put in water or snow on your mountains or mix a little with paint for highlighting, say trees. It helps the paint stick. Liquid clear is great for black or grey canvases, it does the same thing except there is no color. The Gesso's (water-based) are use to prime the canvas. DO NOT use your good brushes to prime your canvas. I use those cheap sponge brushes and just discard when finished. Then let the canvas completely dry before working with it. This usually comes in white, black and grey.

Misc. Items to use when to paint: You willl need plenty of papertowels, a paint brush cleaning can with a screen in the bottom of it, drop cloth if you don't want to get paint and thinner all over everything, and clothes you don't care about. To get ideas and learn other's techniques on oil painting , you can watch programs on TV (usually OPB in Oregon), the internet ( YouTube), purchase painting videos, or take a beginner's class at the local college or art supply store.

Well I hope this helps in pursuit of a enjoyable, fun, and relaxing experience for you as you create works of Art in your new found love of painting with oils. Happy Painting.

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Enamel Paint and Acrylic Paint - Know The Difference

The difference between enamel paint and acrylic paint might be unclear to some people. Since both are used in arts painting, they are often confused with each other. Because each one possesses one or more characteristics that make it more ideal to use for a certain type of material over the other, knowing what these properties are will definitely help us go through with any arts and crafts project we encounter in the future.

Like many other products and services, acrylic and enamel paints have their own sets of pros and cons. Let me run you through some of them.

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Enamel paint comes in many types, including water-based enamel paints and oil-based enamel paints. You can choose which one to use depending on the demands of your project. The water-based type dries faster and is less pungent than the latter type. Enamel paints take as long as 24 hours to air dry.

Acrylic, on the other hand, dries much faster than enamel because it is water-based. The paint will harden as soon as thirty minutes after application.

When we talk about the base, enamels are often oil-based and they need to be mixed with mineral spirits to thin. Acrylic, like what I pointed out earlier, is water-based, so it is a better choice when there are safety and ventilation issues involved when painting.

Since oil-based and water-based enamel paints are mostly used in industrial operations, they are available in limited colors. However, it is still possible to enjoy different shades by combining and mixing the hues available. They can be purchased in different can sizes. Acrylics are offered in multiple varieties of colors, so they are the ideal paint for fine artists. They are sold in tubes like toothpaste.

If you are thinking of doing some renovation in your kitchen and bathroom, enamels are what you need. They are durable and hard enough when dry and they are definitely washable. Acrylics are the most suitable paint for an artist to use and it can also be a great alternative to fabric paint.

Do not forget to practice the proper safety measures to avoid any accidents when painting. Make sure that you abide to the instructions printed on the paint labels to achieve the look and quality that you are working on.

Enamel Paint and Acrylic Paint - Know The Difference

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Paint Finishes - Which Ones to Use on Walls, Ceilings, Trim, Bathrooms, Kitchens, Etc

For those of you who are reading this article right now about how to choose the right paint finishes congratulations. You are a cut above the rest of the crowd who think eggshell is a color.

Before becoming a house painter, I was just about as naive as everyone else when it came to sheen levels. So I figured this article may be of help to you in making a decision, which paint finish or sheen level you will want to use on various parts of your house. I hope this information will help give you some fresh new ideas.

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Flat Finish' Great for ceilings if it's a true flat. Most flats are not a true flat and will cause streaking which is noticeable on ceilings. Because of the wash ability factor of some paints, many paint manufactures add a bit of sheen to the mix, not giving you a true flat.

The old alkyd flat paint finishes were durable, smooth and highly washable but alkyd or oil base paint is just about a thing of the past due to government restrictions on V.O.C. levels in paint.

You can buy regular ceiling paint, which is a true flat. So I suggest using that. The only exceptions would be kitchens and bathrooms. It's best to use something washable on these ceilings like an eggshell or Matt finish.

Matt Finish - this sheen is ideal for walls. Some of the newer lines of Matt finishes have micro ceramic bead technology in the paint giving them the appearance of a true flat, yet the smoothness and the scrub resistance of an alkyd flat. Most of the cheaper lines of latex wall paint will leave burnish marks if you go to scrub on them.

Matt is very architectural looking as well as washable for fingerprints or smudges. I like using it in bathrooms for walls and for ceilings as well. In other rooms I use it just on the walls and use a dead flat ceiling paint on the ceiling.

Eggshell Finish - This sheen is used a lot for walls, hallways, kitchens and bathrooms. Because of the angular sheen level you get a better more washable surface in a latex formula. I used to use eggshell before the newer ceramic Matt finish came along.

Satin Finish - This sheen is best used for woodwork, trim, windows and doors. Many people make the mistake of using semi-gloss. Semi-gloss is way too tacky looking. The satin finish or sheen level is what I use for woodwork and trim either in latex or oil base. It's the norm in all upper class homes.

Semi-Gloss - This was used mostly in the old days for bathrooms, kitchens, hallways, woodwork and trim. Porch floors, basement floors, etc. would be the only modern day exception. Every since I started painting homes back in 1991 I have only used semi-gloss a couple of times. It's that rare.

Gloss Finish - This sheen is common for front entryways. If you can picture seeing a large white front entryway complete with side windows all encased in wood as you are entering a fancy home you will see that some are done in a high gloss white. And most of the time it's alkyd or oil base formula.

As far as I'm concerned, that is about it for gloss. I did have to do some doors in a house once using high gloss for a dentist. He wanted them to look like pearly white teeth I am guessing!

That is about all there is to it for sheen levels other than for exterior painting. For outside painting I will use a low luster finish, (which is comparable to an eggshell) or a satin finish when it comes to exterior siding, trim, doors, etc. I just match the sheen level that was used before unless the customer wants something different.

Paint Finishes - Which Ones to Use on Walls, Ceilings, Trim, Bathrooms, Kitchens, Etc

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Choosing an Airbrush Makeup Machine

Choosing an airbrush makeup machine can be a difficult decision to make. For most people who are just starting with airbrush makeup, it is hard to make a choice between all of the different brands and products out there. Here I will outline some of the most important things to consider.

Firstly, you should always look for good value for money. This goes without saying but in the cosmetics industry you need to be particularly careful as there are a large number of products which will take your hard earned money and not give you very much in return.

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Having said this, it is particularly important to get a good quality product. There are a number of airbrush makeup machines which are really just not worth the money that they cost and are liable to break repeatedly. It is therefore advisable that you go with a brand which has been around for many years and has a good reputation. Products which have only recently released are more prone to errors and are generally not produced by people who actually use them every day in salons. It is important to choose a brand name which will last and also one which can be relied upon for technical support and help 10 years down the line.

It is important, then, to make sure that you choose a machine that will be right for your needs. Is this your profession or are you just interested in giving it a go? Different products are geared towards different people. Some come with instructional DVDs whereas others expect you to know what you are doing straight away.

There are also a couple of technical aspects that need to be considered. One of the most important is the difference between single and dual action airbrushes. A single action airbrush means that you need to move the brush closer or further from the subject to control the amount applied whereas a dual action one has a trigger. Dual action airbrushes are generally easier to use but can cost a little more. All of this needs to be factored into the equation.

Finally, make sure that you get a product that has good reviews. This is similar to my advice about a good brand and I really cannot stress it enough. Many people find it difficult to choose a good airbrush makeup machine precisely because there is so little information available about them. Some companies capitalize on this and will extort your money. Therefore make sure that you go with a well respected brand that has been around for a while and has good reviews.

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