Which painting rules really matter? Let's talk about it →

Published 17 days ago • 1 min read

Over the years, I've heard a lot of "rules" about oil painting.

Some of them are absolutely worth following because they're based on the chemistry of oil paint and help ensure your paintings last for generations.

Others? They're really just opinions that have been repeated so often they sound like facts.

In my newest blog post, I share three rules I believe every oil painter should understand, along with three common myths that shouldn't hold you back.

Whether you're just getting started or you've been painting for years, I hope it helps you paint with a little more confidence.

👉 Read the new post: Oil Painting Rules: Which Ones Really Matter (And Which Ones Don't)​

Enjoy the journey!

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