Oil paint is more "stable" during application than acrylic, in that it stays more consistently wet throughout a painting session. By adding solvent and / or linseed oil to the oil paint, you can help control the canvas' ability to accept more of the paint. But acrylics start to get sticky on the canvas while you're using them, and at that point, you have to stop painting until it dries completely. There are ways to help the acrylics stay wet for longer periods, but it never seems to adequate. I like the long intensity of doing an oil painting in one sitting, but the smell is kind of overwhelming! :)
"Hi", Mikey! Very nice! :) How long did this take you to paint?
ReplyDeleteHi Mom! It took about 3 1/2 hours to paint. It was pretty intense! And I'll try to do another one tonight! :)
ReplyDeleteOh, wow, Mikey , that is awesome! How can you paint that fast? Do you enjoy the intensity?
ReplyDeleteOil paint is more "stable" during application than acrylic, in that it stays more consistently wet throughout a painting session. By adding solvent and / or linseed oil to the oil paint, you can help control the canvas' ability to accept more of the paint. But acrylics start to get sticky on the canvas while you're using them, and at that point, you have to stop painting until it dries completely. There are ways to help the acrylics stay wet for longer periods, but it never seems to adequate. I like the long intensity of doing an oil painting in one sitting, but the smell is kind of overwhelming! :)
ReplyDeleteThanks for that information, Mikey! :) I see what you are saying. Be careful "inhaling" all of those fumes!
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