Despite its free spirit and liberty, making art could be a very stressful activity that takes practice and skills. This is why many beginners are often afraid to admit that they are ready to take a leap of fate and upgrade their capability, by using professional supplies. However, just like every other challenge, it will only be scary unless you try to overcome your fear. We would like to show you that there is no need to panic when it comes to art. We have prepared some tips for those of you who wish to explore more about working with proficient art supplies in a medium called “oil-painting on canvas.”
#1 Overcome your fear.
Failure does not exist when it comes to art! Even if you tend to compare yourself with great painters such as Pablo Picasso or Vincent Van Gogh, you will find that their works were judged and critiqued, yet despite that they kept on doing what they love. Art is about passion, not fear! However, If you are afraid to use professional art supplies , such as canvas, right away due to lack of experience, a great alternative could be a material called canvas boards which is a cheaper tool, used by many artists to do fast and brief sketches on.
Once you have manifested your artistic capability and put your worries and anxiety aside, time to get creative!
#2 Know the style that you are going for
Sure, improvisation is great, however, if you do not have much experience and want your first canvas painting to look good, it is safe to say that planning ahead will save you a lot of trouble. Explore more about a specific style you wish to create in and research different techniques used in that field. It is also a good idea to find inspiration in works of those who executed their masterpieces on a professional level. For example, if you are interested in impressionism and would like to become the next Claude Monet, learn what tactics he used for his projects and mix them with your own vision.
#3 Learn your medium
Once you have chosen your style, time to make sure you know what to do with the medium you work with. If we are talking about oil painting in particular, educate yourself on its safe usage. Take your time and learn different techniques in application, color mixing and the symbiosis of canvas and oil (how it lays on a surface; what makes it stand out, etc.)
With the help of gesso, which is a material used for priming a canvas at the beginning of the process that helps the paint last longer and prevents oil paint from sinking into the canvas. It is an essential part of the process which will make your piece look professional and well developed. Always acknowledge that oil paint can get messy and it is your responsibility to prevent any spills around your work space with cardboard or tapestry that may be placed on the floor, walls and furniture around you. You also need to remember the importance of storing your materials. DO NOT LEAVE YOUR BRUSHES and PALETTES covered in paint after you finish. Get in a habit of always cleaning your supplies with detergent or warm water once you’ve done painting. Oil paint is an expensive luxury, and you do not want to waste your money on making a mistake.
#4 Avoid leaving blank background (only if that was not implied by your vision)
Best way to start your painting is to eliminate any blank space and fill the background of your work with the color that will benefit its emotional value. Only in rare cases, leaving white space is a good call, however as a beginner who tries to master the craft of oil painting on a canvas we highly recommend you to get rid of bits of the canvas that will visually confuse your potential audience or buyers. Aside from that oil paint has a tendency to create cracks overtime, and the best way to prevent it is an over layering technique. By placing coats of paint on each other, your final work will less likely be damaged and dried up in crevices, which will be hard to accomplish if there is an untouched part of the canvas you are working on.
#5 Get quality art supplies!
Lastly, it is important to work with comfortable and professional art supplies. The word professional should not scare you, as it does not always mean expensive. We provide a lot of affordable art supplies that will ensure your easy and laid back start in becoming a maestro of the craft!
We offer:
High-quality canvases of all sorts (including round and scroll canvases)
Easels
Coatings (matte, satin, gloss and semi-gloss)
And many other art supplies that will make your artistic journey affordable and satisfying.
And now you are ready to paint!
We hope our tips helped you gain confidence and inspired you to finally get out of your comfort zone and try yourself in a new art medium. Our store is here to support your new beginning with our art supplies and materials that will ensure your security and comfort on the way to success!
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