Unlock a healthier and more sustainable approach to oil painting with Lori McNee, a certified Master Artist in water-mixable oils. This fun and informative course is designed for artists of all levels, from beginners to advanced painters who are excited to explore solvent-free oil painting.
With Lori as your guide, you'll learn how to create stunning oil paintings using water-mixable, solvent-free, safe, and environmentally friendly oils.
Say goodbye to the harsh chemicals and fumes of traditional oil paints, and embrace a safer and more eco-conscious method of painting. Discover the essential techniques and skills you need to unleash your creative potential and transform your oil painting skills.
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With over 22 lessons including video demos, and handouts, Here's what you can expect to learn:
Introduction to Water-mixable Oils:
Explanation of solvent-free painting and an overview of water-mixable, solvent-free oil painting
The Benefits:
Advantages of water-mixable oil paints
Considerations when choosing the best brand for oneself
Overview of Water-Mixable Oil Painting Mediums:
Introduction to oil mediums and their importance in water-mixable oil painting
Explanation of various water-mixable oil painting mediums available on the market
Demonstration of using the mediums in solvent-free painting
The WMO Rules:
Importance of respecting oil painting principles for archival quality
Solvent-free painting demonstration
The Dos and Don'ts of WMO:
Explanation of the dos and don'ts of water-mixable oil painting
Myths About WMO Debunked:
Informative video explaining the truth about water-mixable oil paints
Discussion on whether acrylics and WMO mix together
Video demonstration and information on how to paint WMO over acrylic
Basic Materials and Equipment Needed:
Explanation of substrates for WMO painting and how to prepare them
Demonstration on how to make muslin painting panels
Introduction to unique tools for painting with solvent-free oil paints
Discussion on the best paintbrushes and easels for water-mixable oil painting
Picking Your Paints:
Factors to consider when choosing a water-mixable oil brand
Helpful article on how to pick the right colors for painting projects
A handout explaining the difference between student grade and artist grade paints
Choosing an Artist's Palette:
Discussion on the various types of artist palettes and their benefits and drawbacks
Extra blog posts on making an artist's taboret from an old TV stand
Getting to Know Your Paints:
Demonstration of organizing paints using a Split Primary Palette
Explanation of the difference between a Split Primary Palette and a Limited Palette
Alla Prima vs Layering Techniques:
Comparison between the two types of oil painting methods
Explanation of the 'Fat Over Lean' technique in water-mixable oil painting
Alla prima painting demonstration
Layering/Glazing Demo:
Explanation of layering and glazing techniques in oil painting.
Demonstration of layering techniques using mixed media mark-making and indirect methods to create depth and luminosity in a painting
Bonus Demo and Valuable Information:
Discussion on varnishing options for water-mixable oils
Short video of plein air painting in winter conditions using water-mixable oil paints, with tips for painting in freezing temperatures
Lesson on how to properly clean paintbrushes, hands, and studio after a painting session
Conclusion:
Wrap-up of the course and helpful links/resources for further learning and inspiration.
