When painting with oil brushes, the following points should be noted to ensure the quality of the work and the smooth progress of the painting process:
First, the preparation and use of painting tools
Choose the appropriate paintbrush
Choose oil painting brushes of different sizes and shapes according to the painting style and the requirements of the picture. For hyperrealistic style, more small brushes might be needed to delicately depict the details.
Avoid using brushes that are already forked or shedding, as this will affect the quality of the picture.
Prepare sufficient pigments and color palettes
Use high-quality oil paints to ensure bright and long-lasting colors.
Keep the color palette clean and avoid mixing pigments.
Use appropriate color mixing media
Choose turpentine or linseed oil and other coloring media as needed to adjust the viscosity and drying speed of the pigment.
Pay attention to the amount of color medium used. Too much or too little may affect the painting effect.
Second, precautions during the painting process
Keep the picture moist and smooth
During the painting process, it is important to keep the picture moist to prevent the paint from drying out too quickly, which could cause the brushstrokes to be stiff.
Using toner or turpentine can keep the picture moist, but in moderation to avoid it being too greasy.
When applying paint, try to keep the picture smooth and avoid creating an uneven effect.
Control the brushstrokes and force
Adjust the size, shape and force of the brushstrokes according to the painting style and the requirements of the picture.
When making detailed depictions, use a small brush and control the force well to avoid strokes that are too heavy or too light.
The brushstrokes should be natural and vivid, avoiding stiffness and mechanics.
Pay attention to the color matching and transition
During the painting process, attention should be paid to the combination and transition of colors to make the overall tone of the picture harmonious and unified.
You can start by drawing large color blocks and then gradually delve into the details, paying attention to the layering and gradient effects of the colors.
Avoid picture pollution and damage
During the painting process, it is important to keep the picture clean and avoid splashing paint outside the picture or dirtying the canvas.
After the painting is completed, to prevent the picture from being scratched or contaminated, it can be covered with protective blur glass.
Third, the improvement of painting skills
Study painting theory
Understand the theoretical knowledge of painting such as color theory and composition theory, and improve one’s artistic cultivation and aesthetic ability.
Learn the techniques and characteristics of different painting styles and schools to broaden your artistic horizons.
Observe more and practice more
Observe more things and scenes in life to accumulate painting materials and inspiration.
Engage in more painting practices and constantly improve your painting skills and expressiveness.
You can try different painting subjects and styles to challenge your painting ability.
Learn from the masters
Appreciate and study excellent oil paintings, especially those by masters, and draw inspiration and experience from them.
Study the painting techniques and creative ideas of the masters and try to apply them in your own paintings.
Fourth, preparation of the painting environment
Choose good lighting conditions
During the painting process, it is necessary to choose good lighting conditions to ensure that the picture is clearly visible.
Avoid painting in direct sunlight or in a dark and damp environment, as this will affect the quality of the picture.
Keep the painting environment clean and tidy
Keep the painting environment clean and orderly, and avoid clutter from interfering with the painting process.
Regularly clean the painting tools and materials to keep them clean and in good condition.