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Artist tutorials and Affordable Art Studio Must-Haves for Oil Painters
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items Here are my favorite supplies and tools for creating coastal-inspired oil paintings, especially oysters, water, shells, and soft light effects. These are products I actually use or would recommend to beginner and intermediate artists who want a beaut...
This is the best tutorial on learning how to draw a Horse. Learn the grid method and improve your drawing skills. This method can be applied to any object. This is especially helpful for begginers.
Realistic Horse Painting Guide, Grid Drawing, Value Study, Color Palette (Digital Download)
I have used this product for years. It is one of the most efficient ways to clean brushes that is a trusted brand of paintbrush soap. Every artist needs this.
Masters Brush Cleaner and Preserver 24oz
One of the only good cold waxes for texturing oils. This is the brand I use exclusively because it does not degrade the color our consistency of the paint.
Jacquard Dorlands Wax 4oz - Pure Wax & Resin
This clamp on light has been a life saver in helping my old eyes. It is attached to my easel in my art studio and has helped in detail work.
Double Head LED Desk Lamp, 24W, 5 Color Modes
A great starter set for new to oils painting. If you are an unsure where to start in oils get this set. It has a good mix of colors.
Winsor & Newton Winton Oil Paint Starter Set, 10x37ml
Must have drawing tool to get proportions correct. Can also be used in painting for the same reason. I have used this in both scenarios.
Proportional Divider 10" Drawing Tool w/ Sleeve
If you use a tablet for source photos this helps, get them in the position where they are easily reference. I attach this to the table my paints are on so i can compare colors before putting it on the canvas.
Tryone Gooseneck Tablet Holder Stand Adjustable Flexible Arm Clamp for 4.7-10.5" Devices
If you need a backup set of brushes this is a great affordable set. I use this with my oils and when painting outside.
Fuumuui 11pcs Hog Bristle Oil Paint Brushes
A safe way to keep your mineral spirits or other mediums clean and secure. You can clip the extra cups onto your easel for easy access. The lid snaps on tight and keeps the contents fresh.
2 Pcs Stainless Steel Paint Brush Cleaner Set
One the basic needs of oil painting. Linseed oil medium is one of the stables and this small container last a long time.
Winsor & Newton Refined Linseed Oil 75ml
The premier product in odorless mineral spirits. Gamsol by Gamblin is the only brand i use for cleaning brushes and also to make glazing medium.
Artists' Grade Gamsol Oil Color Size: 16.9 oz
This easel with the shelf makes accessing items easy. I love having an area to lay paint brushes i have been using when alternating sizes often.
U.S. Art Supply Large Adjustable Wood H-Frame Easel
What a dream of an easel. This is a favorite option. Having limited space this would give you a place to sketch and then paint. I would love to have this easel.
VISWIN Double-Sided Adjustable Beech Wood Easel
This is one of the unique mediums that give you a very different look than most textures. It has been fun to use in some creative abstracts. I used it to create glimmer on a coastal scene.
Golden Acryl Med 16 Oz Glass Bead Gel
If you are trying to get your creative process outdoors this is a good set. It is a watercolor set but can be used with other mediums.
Advanced Series En Plein Air Pro Watercolor