Choosing a surface for oil painting
Canvas has been used for oil painting for centuries. But paper, canvas boards and even MDF are options too. Read our guide to find out more.
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Using Winsor & Newton oil colours on paper
It’s best to use oil colour on paper that’s been specifically prepared for the task, but if you want to use ordinary paper, follow these crucial tips.
Tips for choosing a surface for pastels
The best way to show off the beauty of pastels is a textured paper, as it produces more varied effects. Explore the options with our expert guide.
Tips for preventing bleeding of calligraphy inks on paper
Discover the best papers to use with calligraphy inks to avoid bleeding, and find out how to prepare handmade paper for the job.
Sizing watercolour paper for oil painting
Read our recommendations for the best sizes and primers for watercolour paper, and learn how to apply them ready for oil painting.
How to prime a canvas
Find out everything you need to know about priming canvas for oil and acrylic paints, including how it affects tooth, absorbency and colour.
Essential tips on stretching watercolour paper
The benefit to stretching your watercolour paper is having the freedom to use as much water as you want, when you want. We explore how to achieve two different stretching methods so that you can elevate your finished watercolour painting.
Tips for choosing a surface for drawing and sketching
Find out what to consider when choosing your sketching paper, from internal or surface sizing to the degree of coarseness.
Three essential factors to achieving granulation with watercolour
Watercolour paints are ideal for capturing the elements with a textured, granulated aesthetic – whether that’s a cloudy scene or the haze of beach waves. We explore three key contributors to controlling levels of granulation in watercolour scenes.
Watercolour surfaces: glossary of terms
Understanding the most important terminology will help you choose the best surface for your watercolour work. Read our guide here.
Three things to know when lifting watercolour
Discover why the right paper, mediums and colours are all-important for the best results when you’re planning to lift watercolour.
Choosing a watercolour surface
For the best results in watercolour, the paper you choose is almost as important as the quality of your paints. Discover the three key factors to consider.
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