Squeeze all of the excess paint and mineral spirits from the bristles. Try to avoid pulling on the bristles, as this weakens their attachment in the ferrule. Press all of the mineral spirits out, and then dip into clean mineral spirits and blot the brush again. Repeat until the brush no longer emits any color. Shape the tip of the bristles and store tip-up in a container.
Fewer manufacturers offer alkyd paints than traditional oils.
Simply put, many oil painters are perfectly happy with the rhythm and slower progression of their work. But, if you are ready to experiment, to explore faster and more productive time frames and still work in oils, consider trying alkyds. The color spectrum is extensive, materials are available at most major art supply centers, and instructional books abound. Copyright ARTtalk Vol.