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How to Paint Green Landscapes
Dec 18, 2017
In this blog post I show some ways to paint landscapes without using out-of-the-tube greens and some strategies for using greens more effectively. I will try to answer the question: "What are the best oil colors for landscape painting?" ...
How to Make Your Own Oil Sticks
Jan 23, 2017
A simple method and formula for making your own oil sticks....
How to Mount a Pochade Box to a Tripod
Jan 18, 2017
In this blog post I show an easy way to mount a pochade box onto a tripod using a few simple things that can be purchased at any hardware store....
How Do I Make My Own Painting Panels?
Apr 21, 2016
Some tips and techniques for making linen and canvas painting panels for a fraction of the cost of store-bought....
Preparing Linen - A Short How-To Guide
Apr 13, 2016
In this blog post I show you how to prepare and prime linen and cotton canvas for painting. This step-by-step guide will help you create your own high quality painting surfaces for a fraction of the cost. ...
Light in the Sky - a study
Mar 8, 2016
Light in the Sky - study. 9x12, oil on linen panel. 2016. This is a study that I painted as a way to explore a different take on representing light in the sky. I based it on some plein air sketches. Having painted landscapes in Virginia for so long, I've become used to working with the hierarchy of ...