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I mainly use Gamblin and Winsor & Newton oil paints (I also use some Rembrandt, but the quality is noticeably different). I recently saw a Discovery channel special on the making of Gamblin paints, and it got me wondering if Winsor & Newton manufactures paint the exact same way. Luckily, I found on YouTube an episode of "How it's Made" (another Discovery channel show) featuring the Winsor & Newton process. After watching both, it is clear that although the process of making paint is the same, it seems that Winsor & Newton focuses much more on exactness, quality control, and lab testing. This is probably tied closely with the fact that Winsor & Newton is a much larger company and has a reputation as the "best" oil paint to keep up. From a personal, hands-on point of view, I like each brand for their own qualities. Gamblin has a generally fantastic consistency and transparency, but Winsor & Newton's colors seem purer while the consistency is a little thicker with less transparent in some cases (which may be tied to the actual pigment, not the manufacturing process).
To really study the options and differences between these brands, I've ordered their hand-painted color charts (which I honestly didn't know existed). This way I can put the swatches side-by-side and make sure I'm choosing the right brand for the right color.
For the Winsor & Newton click here
And for Gamblin, go here and at the bottom you can send an email requesting one.


Heather is an artist specialising in contemporary art using acrylics in powerful colour combinations. Heather has always had a great love of art and has been fortunate enough to pursue her passion. She likes to experiment and explore her creative visions by incorporating vibrant colours, textures and imagery into her pieces. The use of vibrant colours teamed with rich textural tones ensures her work makes an instant impact.
Heather's new collection has been inspired by observations of her natural surroundings. Heather uses highest quality acrylics which ensures her paintings have a depth of colour and protection.
Heather is excited to deliver her commissioned pieces in person when possible, as they have often have been painted for a particular area of the purchaser's home. Popular with the art purchasing public, she has worked on consignment at a number of locations throughout South Australia and has sold to clients throughout Australia.
No two pieces of Heather's art are ever the same. Each piece she creates has a unique style, colour, texture, design and meaning. Whether it be a commissioned piece for a newly renovated beach house or something that reflects an individuals personality, Heather always strives to exceed expectations in both her art, and the level of service she provides her clients.
Every piece of Heather's artwork is an original, however if you have fallen in love with a painting that has sold, she can create an original piece for you in a similar style.
If you have any questions about any of her works currently for sale, or if you are interested in a commissioned piece, please email Heather directly.
Heather and Sandy
We have commissioned 2 pieces from Heather Little, and on both occasions she has immersed herself into our space and understood our desires, and then opened our minds to what could be for the location or spaces...then we trust and let the artist free and Heather delivers unique pieces that we have fallen in love with...the colours and texture in her work adds depth and emotion to the pieces - thank you Heather....
Kerry and Tony
We commissioned a large painting from Heather to take centre stage in our home.
Heather visited to see where the painting would be positioned. When the painting was unveiled we could not have been happier.
Heather had captured the colour scheme and electric style of our space perfectly. We love it.
We were so impressed that when we purchased an accommodation property we consulted Heather's instagram page and selected another painting.
Again Heather visited and added finer details to the painting to suit our scheme and style. Both paintings spark so much joy as does a third painting we purchased.
We were grateful for her professionalism from consultation, creation and installation. Thanks Heather. We look forward to a fourth addition!!!
Heather Little is a talented emerging artist, she has had many exhibitions including participating in Sala.
We have purchased several of her works, they feature prominently in our home which are always admired by our visitors.
We recently commissioned Heather to complete a work to hang beside a piece that we had purchased earlier which she did an amazing job of and it complements the existing piece without matching. She needed no instructions and could visualise exactly what was needed to fill the gap.
We have given her artwork as gifts also which are received with much love.
We follow Heather on social media and love seeing her new works.
Her art work has evolved over the past years and she always has interesting pieces.
Heather brought around a piece of art I was considering, to see how it would look in the space. It was love at first sight the moment we hung it on the wall!
Every time I look at this painting, "Urbanisation" I am so thrilled that it's hanging in our home in a space where I can enjoy it every day.
I have been a client of Heather's for several years and have acquired a number of her paintings.
I love and admire her many works of varying subjects and the regular updates through social media of her new paintings.
I always appreciated and receive excellent care, attention and service from Heather, she comes highly recommended.
Jane & David Ente
We bought our first piece from Heather 18 months ago. We absolutely love it and it looks amazing in our family home.
Our family and friends that visit here are always commenting on how beautiful this artwork is.
Heather was a dream to deal with and we hope to buy another artwork in the near future......"
Chris Ryan - Manly Sydney
I have watched Heather's art grow from the beginning.
I am not an expert, only a lover of something that makes me smile and her work does this for me personally, on two occasions now.
The first a complete surprise. The second, a topic and some colour as guidance.
What a delight to see the results. I'll be back for sure.
Argie and Brenton Buesnel
Love our striking painting, 'Babushka' commissioned by talented and passionate artist, Heather Little. Love how she incorporates vibrant colours, textured pattens and shapes in her artwork. Our painting is a beautiful addition to our home and proudly displayed in our family room.
Heather is an astute artist who can translate a brief beyond your expectations. She has an exceptional degree of integrity and we found her easy to work with.
Thank you for sharing your creative gift.
David & Stella - Palm Cove QLD
Heather is a superb artist, and we feel so proud to have her work hanging in our home.
Our painting looks exactly what we envisaged and her efforts to compliment our room was greatly appreciated.
The end result was even better in the true light of the day, her work looks spectacular!


This captivating digital art exhibition is a celebration of the innovative spirit of Vladimir Duban and the timeless legacy of Mark Rothko. Prepare to be immersed in a symphony of colours, textures, and emotions that seamlessly intertwine the digital and analog worlds.
As you explore the virtual gallery, you'll find yourself enveloped in a world where Rothko's emotive colour fields meet Duban's mastery of the digital canvas. Each artwork echoes the emotional depth and chromatic resonance of Rothko's legacy while presenting a contemporary interpretation that reflects the dynamism of the digital age.Chromatic Reverberations invites you to peel back layers of colour and emotion, much like Rothko's layering of paint on canvas. Engage with abstract compositions that stir the soul, exploring the connections between colour, mood, and human experience. These digital canvases resonate with the same depth that characterised Rothko's timeless masterpieces.


I was working on a corporate team building art experience in water based paint for over 3 weeks. It was a fun journey to go back to the old school, production style painting that I was trained in long ago. My first art job out of college was creating works on canvas with stencil and I could do 50 paintings per week. I learned so much from that job and it got me into my work at the Indiana State Museum because it was located in the same building, the Stutz Building. But working in acrylic, whether on panel or on mural feels so different from oil painting.
No wonder I feel in love with oil painting in college and took it on as a second major. Once I experienced oil paint in college I was hooked and it felt like home. 28 years later, I am still going at it and the work continues to change and grow. Yesterday I did a deep dive into a commission and the oil painting felt so good to me. The smell, the feel and the results always create a since of accomplishment.
With oil paints the palette is so rich. It takes many years to become a good mixer of colors and some days it simply does not flow! But when it does, like yesterday, it feels like I drift away from planet Earth and become a channel for some extraordinary energy. I am so in love with the process and even though we all have days when it is not flowing; when it is, it an indescribable feeling that I escape into and become water like – soft, moving, flowing and refreshing!
I am so grateful to share my responsibility with the world. Be it oils or acrylics, art changes people lives. It continues to change mine and support my growth each day. Bring it, Universe! I am yours!


In 2007 the Dutch artist Karlijn Surminski moved from Amsterdam to Barcelona. To get to know her new hometown better, she started painting her surroundings. "I wanted to understand the city, to understand why it is the way it is." She discovered so many special stories that she made a painting of every Barcelona district, ten in total. The series can be seen in its entirety for the first time. From October 23, 2022, the ten works are exhibited in Restaurant Roots & Rolls in Barcelona.
It took Karlijn Surminski ten years to paint the city on the canvas. Not surprising, because Barcelona has an area of more than 100 km2. One by one, the artist visited the ten city districts and examined the history, culture and local architecture of each district. This resulted in a unique series of ten big, colourful works full of references to more or less distinctive buildings, stories and people in the city. "While painting, I researched not only the highlights of the city, but also the lesser-known parts of Barcelona," she says.
The paintings are made with acrylic paint, but Karlijn also uses paper, wallpaper and even curtain fabric. From Nou Barris to Les Corts-Pedralbes, the works are a feast of recognition for every Barcelonan and invite visitors to see the wonders of the city with their own eyes. Karlijn: “The series has become a tribute to Barcelona. The versatility, the colours, the stories, the inhabitants, the light, the shapes and structures: as a foreigner you see the city from a different point of view than the original inhabitants. You look with wonder and an open mind.”
From October 23, 2022, the entire series can be seen at Restaurant Roots & Rolls, C/Consell de Cent 401 (near metro Girona) in Barcelona. The exhibition will last until the end of January 2023.
More info: instagram @karlijnpainting


MYSTERY BOX FILLED WITH HIGH QUALITY ART SUPPLIES!
These art supply collections are available in two sizes/price range:
The €10 boxes (which will actually be shipped in an eco-jiffy envelope) will contain 4 - 6 full size items, including products such as acrylic paints, graphic pens, ink brush pens, high quality paint brushes and much more!
The €20 boxes will contain 6+ full size items, including high quality notebooks and sketchpads (A5/A6 size), Winsor & Newton inks, charcoal pencils, paint pens and more!
(All Mystery Boxes will be shipped in eco-friendly, fully recyclable packaging - shipping not included)


An award-winning Argentinian artist, Gonzalo Sojo was invited by the Argentine Embassy for a solo exhibit at Satrang Art Gallery, Islamabad. The exhibit was organized in the celebration of 65 years of bilateral relations between Argentina and Pakistan. The show was titled “Director’s cut”, where the widely known artist shared his work, full of intense and bright colors and dream-like patterns that enthralled the audience and the enthusiasts. Describing the beauty of Pakistan and breaking the stereotypes about it in just a short visit of 8 days, he said:
I have met some fantastic people who have been immensely kind. The way Pakistan is portrayed in the media has nothing to do with reality. I like to see things for myself and not just listen to what people are saying. Now I have great friends here and in Lahore and I will like to come back. I only managed to see Lahore, Murree and Islamabad on this eight-day trip. Next time I will take extra time to travel and see this country.
Argentina’s culture is a beautiful mix of native traditions and European inspirations. This culture has a deep impact on Sojo’s work. His paintings are inspired by the popular media and movie characters that are globally recognizable, such as Alice and the White Rabbit. Sojo considers ‘appropriation’ as the constant of his art.
While talking to Dawn, he described how pleased he was with the art culture of Pakistan:
When I travel, the places I see stay in my mind – like in this trip to Lahore I saw the Badshahi Mosque and the colours and motifs are all in my mind. I went to Hast-o-Neest where I saw the traditional miniature art and it left me amazed. I clearly remember the tiny elephant paintings on the walls on the Lahore Fort and all of that influences me and I am certain it will show up in my work.
Despite using famous characters in his work, the depictions are solely his own, where images, metaphors and situations are intertwined with each other. His work represents his childhood scenarios, like cinema stilts, comic books and cartoon characters. These memories, he says are deeply engraved not only in his mind but his work as well. Despite different cultural backgrounds, we all relate to the same characters from mid 20th century which brought a sense of nostalgia to the attendees.
Sojo’s paintings were a part of an art show held 10 years ago in Pakistan, but the exhibit at the Satrang Art Gallery was his first ever visit to Pakistan. All the paintings at this particular exhibit were related to cinema, the place not only having a strong impact on his childhood but being the essence of his career as well. He started his career as a translator in cinema.
A major inspiration of the artist’s paintings are his travels. Inspired by the colors and motifs of Badshahi Mosque, he says that the Mosque will definitely find its way into his paintings. He visited Lahore for a workshop at National College of Arts. The workshop was arranged for second year painting students where he found them to be very talented. The workshop was on “Idea of an artist”. It was a full day workshop where students were present all day without breaks, which was a very rewarding experience according to Gonzalo Sojo.


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The craziness of Halloween is over, and I am excited for Thanksgiving! I love the warm orange and yellow hues along with the smells of cinnamon spice and apple crisp. I also love sitting around the kitchen table and painting with my kids for Thanksgiving.
Last week, my 2nd and 3rd grade students made these beautiful still-life gourd paintings, inspired by Doris Lee’s painting, “Thanksgiving.” We briefly talked the narrative in this piece. Who were the characters? What were they doing? What were they cooking? Do we still cook these foods today?
Next, I showed the children a small gourd and pumpkin still-life set up on a table. I mentioned that pumpkins and gourds are traditional fall foods that we eat or decorate with at Thanksgiving. We discussed the shapes of the pumpkins and gourds and how they overlap.
- Strathmore Watercolor Paper
- Watercolor Paints
- Paint Brushes
- Pumpkins and gourds (real or fake)
Make A Watercolor Pumpkin and Gourd Painting
- Look at a pumpkin and gourd still-life and draw what you see with a pencil. Make sure to overlap the shapes.
- Identify the darkest and lightest areas of the pumpkins and gourds. The lightest area is called a highlight and the darkest area is called a shadow.
- Take a medium size paint brush (number 6) and dip it into a cup of water. Next, pick a color from the paint palette. Use a light amount of color.
- Paint the colors that you see. Gradually add darker colors where you see shadows.
- Make sure to also paint a table so the pumpkins and gourds don’t look like they are floating in the air.
These beautiful gourd watercolor paintings are wonderful to introduce kids to the idea of still-life painting. Moreover, they will look wonderful framed on a wall or make to give to someone special on Thanksgiving.
If you have any questions or comments about this project, leave a message below!


Mandy has extensive experience spanning nearly two decades in the healthcare industry, including 10 years nursing. She has always enjoyed caring for those around her with compassion and has a genuine enthusiasm for helping others. Mandy is very excited to now be part of the NAPA family and loves getting to know the amazing children and their families.
Outside of work Mandy is kept busy by her two energetic boys, and enjoys visiting family, going to theme parks, and spending time down the coast. Mandy has a passion for artistic pursuits and finds her utmost joy and fulfillment when painting, whether it’s being creative or even painting her house. One day she dreams of painting a mural.


1 Shot Lettering Enamels are infinitely mixable with the exception of 199L Black. By combining from our 44 color selection, and/or our special Tinting White, Tinting Black, and 1 Shot 4003 Clear, you can create ANY color, in various configurations ranging from opaque to glistening, transparent candy colors.
Yes. It’s important that your paint is completely dry prior to overcoating. Always apply the first two coats of clear very light and dry when clear coating.
what kind of paint is one shot? Enamel
Then, how long does it take for one shot paint to dry?
Completely compatible with “1 SHOT” ® Lettering Enamels and Bulletin Colors. Drying: Normally to touch in 2-5 hours; to handle in 8-12 hours. Recoat in 12-16 hours.
Is one shot paint oil based?
Low VOC oil based, high gloss enamels for interior or exterior use on metal, glass, wood, enamel receptive banners and vinyl, vehicle lettering, pinstriping and graphics. Can be mixed with original 1 Shot products.
What kind of paint do sign painters use?
Lettering Enamel The standard paint brand used by sign painters is 1 Shot (Ronan is another popular brand of lettering enamels). It is an oil based paint which mean you cannot thin it with water or clean your brushes with regular soap like you can with water based paints.
What is lettering enamel?
Lettering Enamel. Some Lettering Enamels are Flat like Ronan’s and 1 shots Poster Colors and Florescent Colors, while their Lettering Enamels are High Gloss based. Now you can paint Enamel on everything interior or exterior surfaces including Glass, Metal, Wood, or Acrylic.
How do I prepare for pinstriping?
Before pinstriping, you must prep the surface. To remove any water soluble contaminants, you must thoroughly wash the substrate with detergent and water. Then to remove wax, grease, tar or other oil soluble contamination, prep the surface with a grease and wax remover.
How do you clean a pinstriping brush?
Cleaning and storage After every use of a pinstriping brush the brush must be cleaned in order to not damage the brush once paint dries. Cleaning procedure consist of submerging the brush hairs in mineral spirits, the brush is then laid down and the brush hairs are gently worked through to remove all paint and residue.
Can you clear over pinstriping?
If you think that you just must clear over your pinstripes the best method would be to apply a full coat of clear to your base coat then allow it to dry. Once the first coat of clear has dried you can apply your pinstripe then paint the surface with a half coat or tack coat and allow it to dry.


Neil Holland is an architect and landscape painter who lives in West Sussex and works in and around Sussex, Surrey, Hampshire and Kent. His paintings and architectural drawings have been exhibited at the Mall Galleries, London and the Royal Academy. His paintings are held in many private collections in the United Kingdom, Europe, Australia and America. The paintings are usually commenced out on location and completed in the studio.
Limited Edition Prints
Limited edition signed prints of a selection of Neil's watercolours are available for purchase through this website, or alternatively, please contact Neil if you wish to commission a painting. All prints, mostly limited to 150, are made using colour fast inks and are dry mounted on ph neutral board. The prints are available in two different sizes, with a conservation quality double mount and supplied in a presentation box. Alternatively, prints can be supplied in a white, bespoke, hand-finished timber frame with mount and complete with hanging eyes and cord.


Lorusso was born in Chicago, Illinois, in 1966 and received his
formal training at the American Academy of Art. He went on to
receive his B.F.A. degree from the Kansas City Art Institute. Born
of Italian descent, Lorusso was exposed to art at an early age.
Through several early trips to Italy, his parents introduced him to
works of the Italian Masters. Lorusso would look to these influences
throughout his early artistic development and they are still evident
in his work today.
the works of the Impressionists, he gravitated towards the works of
Manet and Vuillard. Lorusso searched for similar work of such
emotion and soon became an avid student of painting, seeking out and
immersing himself in the works of various artists. This path would
ultimately lead him to the works of Sargent, Sorolla, Whistler and a
whole army of lesser known yet equally capable painters. Within this
group of artists, Lorusso found a sense of identity. In these
masterful works, he saw the ability to harness emotion and convey it
with power and confidence, yet with delicacy and tasteful restraint.
He also saw in these artists the ability to express the žessenceÓ
of an object with just a few carefully chosen brushstrokes, creating
a visceral and intuitive state of painting.
Lorusso creates evocative and timeless figurative works. In painting
his subjects, Lorusso has concentrated on honing his powers of
observation, especially as it concerns color, texture, form and
composition. Lorusso's paintings have been described as warm and
dreamlike, a place of restful escape with a sense of spirituality,
and shares a timelessness with the work of other eras.
Lorusso, "I believe truly great art serves as a trigger into
something deeper within all of us". The mood and emotion
conveyed in LorussoŪs paintings evokes a deep sense of beauty found
in the quiet times of daily living. His people are mysterious,
lonely, romantic, and yet familiar, placed in settings we often see
ourselves. According to Lorusso, "The greatest gift an artist
can provide is to move the viewer in a way that touches the soulful
core within each of us".
While in school, Lorusso was recruited by Hallmark Cards, Inc. to
serve as an artist in their greeting card design division and since
1988 has lived and worked in the Kansas City area. For the past
three years he has also served as instructor of painting and
illustration at the Kansas City Art Institute as well as having
taught classes and workshops around Kansas City.
work has been shown both locally and nationally and has won numerous
awards and honors, and has also been seen in Communication Arts
Illustration Annual, Southwest Art Magazine, Art-Talk and US Art
Magazine. Lorusso's original paintings and limited editions are part
of many collections, and he is represented by many galleries
throughout the United States.


The kitchen is often considered the heart of the home, and updating its appearance can significantly enhance the overall feel of your living space. While painting the exterior of kitchen cabinets is a common practice, many people tend to overlook the inside of their cabinets. In this comprehensive guide, we will delve into the topic and provide you with expert insights, tips, and answers to frequently asked questions related to painting the inside of kitchen cabinets.
Do You Paint the Inside of Kitchen Cabinets?
The decision to paint the inside of cabinets depends on various factors, such as personal preference, design goals, and the overall condition of the cabinets. Let’s explore the considerations that can help you make an informed choice.
Factors to Consider When Painting the Inside of Cabinets
1. Aesthetics and Design Cohesion
Painting the inside of cabinets can give your kitchen the overall aesthetics enhancement or any other space where the cabinets are located. If you have open shelves or glass-front cabinets, painting the interior can add a pop of color or create a cohesive look that complements the room’s design.
2. Cleaning and Maintenance
Painting the inside of cabinets can make cleaning and maintenance easier. A fresh coat of paint creates a smooth and washable surface, allowing you to wipe away any stains or spills effortlessly. This can be particularly beneficial in high-traffic areas such as kitchens where cabinets are prone to dirt and grime buildup.
3. Condition of the Cabinets
If the inside of your cabinets has significant wear and tear, painting the interior surfaces can breathe new life into them. It can help cover up scratches, dings, and other imperfections, giving your cabinets a renewed appearance.
4. Budget Considerations
Painting the inside of cabinets may require additional time, effort, and resources. If you are on a tight budget or have limited time for the project, you may choose to focus solely on painting the exterior surfaces. However, if you have the means and desire to transform the entire cabinet, painting the interior can yield impressive results.
What to Avoid When Painting the Inside of Your Kitchen Cabinet
When painting the inside of your kitchen cabinets, it’s important to be aware of certain pitfalls to avoid. By steering clear of these common painting mistakes, you can ensure a successful and long-lasting paint job. Here are some crucial considerations to avoid:
1. Rushing the Preparation Process
One of the most crucial steps in painting the inside of your kitchen cabinets is proper preparation. Avoid the temptation to rush through this stage. Take the time to clean the surfaces thoroughly, remove any grease or grime, and sand lightly to create a smooth and paint-ready surface. Skipping or inadequately completing these steps can result in paint adhesion issues and a less professional finish.
2. Neglecting to Prime
Priming the inside of your kitchen cabinets is essential for several reasons. It helps create a solid base for the paint to adhere to, improves the durability of the finish, and prevents stains or discoloration from seeping through. Avoid the mistake of skipping the primer step, as it can significantly impact the overall quality and longevity of the paint job.
3. Using the Wrong Type of Paint
Choosing the right type of paint is crucial for the interior of kitchen cabinets, as they are exposed to frequent use, moisture, and heat. Avoid using paints that are not specifically designed for cabinets or high-traffic areas. Opt for durable and washable paints with a semi-gloss or satin finish. These finishes provide a good balance between aesthetics and practicality, offering easy cleaning and resistance to stains.
4. Applying Thick Layers of Paint
While it’s essential to achieve a solid and even finish, applying thick layers of paint to the inside of your cabinets can lead to problems such as prolonged drying time, paint drips, and a tacky surface. It’s better to apply multiple thin coats, allowing each layer to dry fully before adding the next. This method results in improved adherence and a smoother finish.
5. Neglecting Proper Ventilation
Painting the inside of kitchen cabinets can involve the use of paints and primers that emit fumes. It’s important to provide adequate ventilation in the area to prevent the buildup of noxious fumes. Open windows, use fans or work in well-ventilated spaces to ensure your safety and maintain good air quality.
6. Reassembling Cabinets Too Quickly
Once you’ve finished painting the inside of your kitchen cabinets, it’s crucial to allow sufficient drying and curing time before reassembling them. Rushing to put everything back together too soon can result in smudges, smears, or damage to the fresh paint. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for drying times and handle the cabinets with care to ensure a flawless finish.
By being aware of these common mistakes and avoiding them, you can achieve a professional-looking and long-lasting paint job for the inside of your kitchen cabinets. Take your time, follow proper techniques, and enjoy the transformation of your space.
Pros and Cons of Painting Your Kitchen Cabinets
While painting the inside of your kitchen cabinets can be a great way to enhance your kitchen’s appearance, it’s important to consider the pros and cons. The pros include personalization, a cohesive look, and added protection for the cabinet material. On the other hand, the cons may include the time and effort involved in the painting process, as well as the need to remove and reinstall the cabinet doors and drawers.
Step-by-Step Guide to Painting Cabinet Interiors
Now that you’ve decided to paint the inside of your kitchen cabinets, here’s a step-by-step guide:
Removing the Cabinet Doors and Drawers
To ensure a seamless painting process, start by removing the doors and drawers of the cabinet. This will allow you to paint inside kitchen cabinets more easily and achieve a professional finish.
Preparing the Cabinet Surfaces
Once the kitchen cabinet doors and drawers are removed, it’s essential to clean the surfaces thoroughly. Use a mild detergent and warm water to remove any grease or dirt buildup. Sanding the surfaces lightly can also help create a better bond between the paint and the cabinet material.
Choosing the Right Paint and Tools
Selecting the right type of paint is crucial for achieving a durable and professional-looking finish. Consider factors such as the type of cabinet material, the desired paint finish, and the overall look you want to achieve. Latex paint is a popular choice for its ease of use and quick drying time, while oil-based paint or oil paint may offer a more durable finish.
Applying the Paint
When applying the paint, start painting with a primer to ensure better adhesion and an even finish. Use a brush or a small roller for the inside of the cabinets, ensuring smooth and consistent coverage. Spray painting is another option for this. Take care to paint in the direction of the wood grain for a professional kitchen look.
Allowing Sufficient Drying Time
After painting, it’s crucial to allow sufficient drying time before reattaching the cabinet doors and drawers. This will prevent smudging or damage to the newly painted surfaces. For the recommended drying time, follow the manufacturer’s directions on the paint can.
When Should You Skip Painting?
While painting the insides can be a worthwhile endeavor, there are instances where it may not be needed to paint the inside of the kitchen cabinets. If your kitchen cabinets are already in poor condition, have extensive damage, or are already painted on the inside, you may decide to skip the painting process and focus on other kitchen improvements instead.
FAQs: Painting Kitchen Cabinet Interiors
1. Should I remove everything from the cabinets before painting the inside?
It is advisable to remove the contents of the cabinets before painting the inside. This allows you to have unrestricted access to the surfaces, ensuring a more thorough and professional-looking paint job. Additionally, removing items prevents them from getting damaged or stained during the painting process.
2. What type of paint should I use for the inside of the cabinets?
For the interior of cabinets, it is essential to choose a durable and washable paint that can withstand daily use. A semi-gloss or satin finish paint is recommended as it offers both durability and easy cleaning. These finishes also provide a subtle sheen, adding a touch of elegance to the cabinets’ interior.
3. How should I prepare the inside of the cabinets for painting?
To ensure a smooth and long-lasting paint finish, it is crucial to properly prepare the interior surfaces of the cabinets. Start by cleaning the inside with a mild detergent and warm water to remove any dirt, grease, or grime. After cleaning, sand the surfaces lightly to create a rough texture for better paint adhesion. Finally, wipe away the dust with a clean cloth before applying primer and paint.
4. Can I use different colors for the inside and outside of the cabinets?
Yes, using different paint colors for the inside and outside of the cabinets can create an interesting and unique look. However, it is essential to consider the overall design and aesthetics of the room. Choose colors that complement each other or create a harmonious contrast to achieve the desired effect.
5. How many coats of paint should I apply to the inside of the cabinets?
Applying two coats of paint to the inside of cabinets is typically sufficient to achieve a solid and even finish. However, the number of coats may vary depending on the color and type of paint you are using. Follow the instructions for the individual paint product you’ve chosen.
6. Do I need to seal the paint on the inside of the cabinets?
Sealing the paint on the inside of cabinets is not always necessary. However, if you anticipate heavy use or want to provide an extra layer of protection, you can consider applying a clear polyurethane or varnish as a final coat. This will help protect the paint from scratches or chipped paint and make it easier to clean.
In conclusion, whether or not to paint the inside of cabinets depends on your personal preference, design goals, and the condition of the cabinets. Painting the interior surfaces can enhance aesthetics, facilitate cleaning, and breathe new life into worn-out cabinets. However, it is important to consider your budget, time constraints, and overall design cohesion before embarking on this project.
By following the tips and guidelines provided by Pinnacle Building Group & Renovations in this comprehensive guide, you can make an informed decision and achieve stunning results in your cabinet painting endeavor. For professional cabinet painting and kitchen remodeling services, contact us today!


Mike Smalley’s confident, nuanced paintings are gradually developed through an often months long process. Employing the mediums of oil paint and graphite on stretched linen or canvas his works can be seen as painterly studies of pure expression through abstraction. Meticulously rendered, his paintings carefully balance layers of colour, texture and line, along with contrasts of translucency versus opaqueness, to create works rich with visual interest and palpable emotion.
Abstract artist Mike Smalley is best known for his complex, luminous paintings in oil and graphite. Born in England in 1945, he enjoyed a successful career in art direction and advertising that spanned two continents and 40 years. Having settled in Toronto in 1975, he eventually enrolled in the fine arts program at York University in 2003. There he employed the rigorous disciplines learned in the communications industry to help him focus on developing a new visual vocabulary with which he wished to look past the representational to a world of pure expression. By combining his roots in the graphic arts with the freedom of abstraction Smalley has built an established artistic career that encompasses his signature large scale oil paintings along with works in pastel, collage and mixed media. His works are included in private and corporate collections throughout North America, the UK and China, including large format commissions in Los Angeles and Toronto.
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- Exterior Pressure Wash Prior to Painting
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Why You Should Hire Professionals for Exterior Painting Jobs
A new coat of paint is a great way to transform the exterior of your home without massive renovations. In fact, repainting and refinishing exterior surfaces is often recommended as one of the most cost-effective ways to improve the curb appeal and value of your home. A well-applied and high-quality paint job on the exterior of your home is also an exercise in maintenance, improving and protecting the integrity of the structure.
However, while exterior painting may be simpler and cheaper than other renovation methods, it can still come at a significant cost in time, money, and inconvenience should you choose to go the DIY route. This is true of any home painting job, but especially of exterior painting which typically includes much greater surface areas and obstacles (like height). Due to these risks, it’s often better to hire professionals for most exterior painting jobs.
So here are three reasons why you should hire professionals – like the experts at Gordon Drywall and Painting – to take care of your exterior painting and refinishing projects.
Save Time – When it comes to significant painting jobs, experience counts for a lot. Professional home painters know how to prep exterior surfaces and assemble all the necessary tools and materials ready to go. And once they get going, they know all the best methods and tricks to get the work done efficiently. Some of the jobs involved in exterior painting include:
- Moving exterior obstacles
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- Surface inspection and repair
- Smoothing surfaces
- Applying primer
- Cleanup and disposal
Ready to handle all of that in addition to your already busy daily schedule? If not, then call the professionals to take care of it quickly and safely.
You’ll be able to use all the time it would take to paint your home for whatever you want, and you’ll be able to enjoy your newly painted home afterwards. And given how the pros can handle the job quickly, safely, and professionally, this will all occur with minimal disruption to your daily life. Doing the job yourself will not only take up your time, but take more time overall, compounding the inconvenience and increasing the possibility of a mishap or inconsistent quality.
Save Money – Undertaking even a small painting job by yourself means assembling all the right tools and equipment. Obviously, this will all cost you money, and often for items that you’ll only use once.
A team of dedicated professionals will bring all of the necessary equipment, including many items and specialized equipment that you never knew were needed in the first place. This is especially the case for exterior painting, which often requires tall ladders and power tools. Professionals also have the equipment and experience to perform the job safely and with minimal risk to people and property.
In addition, should anything go wrong, the painting company will take care of it. Hiring a reputable and insured painting company means not having to worry about anything happening to your home or exterior space that can’t be fixed, and at no extra cost to you.
Quality – It (almost) goes without saying that professional painters know what they’re doing. As such, you can expect any exterior painting project they complete to be of the highest quality.
Everything from masking, to smoothing, picking the right paint, and finishing the surface will be handled to the highest standard of care and craftsmanship. Clean lines, smooth surfaces, even colour, and long lasting quality are just a few of the results you get from choosing professionals like those at Gordon Drywall and Painting.
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Paul jackson pollock (january 28, 1912 – august 11, 1956) was an american painters have generally missed the point of modern painting from i am particularly impressed with their concept of the source of art being the unconscious quote of pollock in a radio interview (1951) as quoted in lives of the great. During his early life, pollock experienced native american culture while on surveying by the mid 1940s, jackson pollock introduced his famous 'drip paintings', to produce in jackson pollock's 'action painting', most of his canvases were. Genealogy for paul jackson pollock (1912 - 1956) family tree on geni, with over 180 during his early life, pollock explored native american culture while on jungian concepts and archetypes were expressed in his paintings dripping paint is thought to be one of the origins of the term action painting.
Fifty years after its appearance, action painting still raises a lot of in the essay entitled the american action painters, rosenberg some of the most prominent figures of tachisme were jean-paul happenings, fluxus, conceptual art, performance art, installation art and earth art – just to mention few. American artist jackson pollock was one of the main exponents of abstract with which jackson pollock was particularly associated, was 'action painting' or gesturalism of the regionalists, a group that focused on paintings of american life pollock had his first exhibition in 1940, when he exhibited with other artists, .
The famous 'drip paintings' that he began to produce in the late 1940s represent one pollock's tough and unsettled early life growing up in the american west shaped later, a series of influences came together to guide pollock to his mature style: paul jackson pollock was born in cody, wyoming, in 1912, the fifth and. On 8 april jackson pollock's fabulous painting blue poles went on display at the nsw art gested most viewers believed that the $13 million paid for the american painting was one week after the painting went on display paul hogan showed up to promote like a wall or a rag on which the artist cleaned his brushes.
Paul jackson pollock (january 28, 1912 – august 11, 1956) was an american painter and a major figure in the abstract expressionist movement he was well known for his unique style of drip painting during his lifetime, pollock enjoyed considerable fame and notoriety he was jungian concepts and archetypes were expressed in his paintings. Supported by x rays of key paintings and a fresh investigation of pollock's materials, con for the first time established a solid foundation for the study of pollock's life among postwar american artists, for the spread of his influence on younger action painter who abandoned traditional studio routines and went to the.
Available for sale from vince fine arts/ephemera, jackson pollock, betty us painter,” though nothing specific about what is controversial in the art is mentioned but, more truly, life encased a concept of “abstract painting” or “ modern art” in is best known for his large action or drip paintings of 1947–52, formed by.
Pollock's paintings and bowles's novel the sheltering sky (1949) i argue that jackson pollock and paul bowles conceptualize freedom not in not to mention to the growing administration of everyday life in postwar america her inability to determine their meaning, and thus produce a rubric for action. Paul jackson pollock, who later went by jackson, was born in cody, in the last three years of his life, pollock hardly worked at all, finishing only five paintings between pollock's poured paintings reflected the concept of allover composition, of pollock's art comes more from the action or the progression of painting,. Paul jackson pollock was born january 28, 1912 in cody, wyoming which led to the appearance of many jungian concepts in his paintings in october 1945 jackson pollock married american painter lee krasner, and in changes, destroying the image, etc, because the painting has a life of its own.
That led to the appearance of many jungian concepts in his paintings in october 1945, pollock married american painter lee krasner in november they moved.
Jackson pollock, in full paul jackson pollock, (born january 28, 1912, cody, wyoming, gestures in paint sometimes referred to as “action painting he is also one of the first american painters to be recognized during his lifetime and after as a peer of image concept with the result of the hiv test, aids. »at a certain moment the canvas began to appear to one american painter rosenberg's essay also includes the evil notion of the »apocalyptic wallpaper«2 in life, dancing dervish, jackson pollock walks around on his often vast canvasses, the widespread opinion the concept of 'action painting' pertained to was.


Paint Exterior Of The House In Sage Green. If you really fell in love with this color and want everybody know about it, then paint the exterior of your home in green and make it the most beautiful on the street. Sure, if you don’t have enough money for the whole exterior take care of the front door and give the welcoming thing every time when you come back home, your friends or family as well.
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Whenever it comes to attract people by your home, business, and proper maintenance; then the painting is something to considered first to in order to polish and improve your premises. Since painting is something that gives you the feeling of satisfaction, and most of the people enjoy doing it by themselves. But we still recommend you go for the professional. NO doubt painting is just like the other house improving tasks a person can do it by himself, and many people even prefer it also to paint their homes by themselves, but still to make you investment more worth bringing a professional interior painters in Brisbane north is recommended to gives your home a professional look.
The steps for Professional interior painters to paint the rooms flawlessly
Test the color of the paint
This is the most crucial step for any painter to consider which color is best for any room, if your client has some color in his or mind so it is better to show him with a small sample. If he like the paint, then move on; otherwise it is recommended to stop. Secondly it is suggested to do that paint on some part of the wall and let it dry for a day. You will feel the difference by yourself that how your favorite color will look after drying. if you are unsatisfied by that painting then buy some more samples and try on your walls. You will be surprised to see you what his favorite color and how much it is different from in wet and in the dry form.
Be crucial about the sheen
Second the sheen is very important to consider after the color, normally high-quality paints are durable and long lasting, but when you are going to clean it, they are also very satisfactory, but the downside about those sheens are they mostly highlight the imperfections on your walls. However, on the other hand flat paints plays an inspiring role in this regard, they will hide all those imperfections on your wall and give them the flashy look. Most commonly, eggshells are highly recommended in this regard. Egg shells are not prone to damage just like the flat paint and they do not give your walls the weird look by highlighting the flaws.
Quantity is as important as the quality
Think about it and take your all the time, to think about the quantity. Just imagine you have painted all the walls, and it is a deadline and just at that distance you have been run out of all the paint do you think it is admired by the client. On the other side of this same coin think that if you have invest on the too much on the extra paint than obviously your clients might be furious at you and if you are that much unfortunate to meet the fussy client then it will be even more terrific to you. SO, in this regard you can come across the varieties of calculators online, after measuring all the dimensions of the room you can get whatever you want. For more information, please log on to https://www.vincespainting.com.au/.


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The Artist - Paul Salisbury
Western Realist Paul Salisbury has probably achieved more notability and respect as a Cowboy/Western landscape painter than any other painter of these scenes. His oil paintings represent nature and its inhabitants with subtle realism. Throughout his life, he was devoted to scenes and history of the American Indian and the Western Cowboy.
Salisbury's early years were spent on his father's ranch in Richfield, Utah, near the Kanosh Indian Reservation. There he gained a sympathetic awareness and understanding of the western landscape and its inhabitants. During his younger years, he worked for his father on the family ranch, but as often as possible Paul took off by himself and drew the scenery and animals around him.
Salisbury received formal art training under his uncle, Cornelius Salisbury, who encouraged him in his artistic pursuits. Paul continued his formal education at Brigham Young University under B. F. Larsen and E. H. Eastman. He also was privately instructed by LeConte Stewart, a noted Utah landscape artist. Despite his early training as an artist, it was not until later years that Salisbury was able to work continuously as a painter. When he did, he attracted a great deal of attention, and people throughout Europe and the United States commissioned him to paint for them because he was well-known as a Western Americana artist.
Riders of the Range was painted in 1953. As evident in this painting, Salisbury taught his students that there are no harsh colors in nature. Here, he has rendered the desert in soft, pastel hues and earthtones. These light colors and the use of short, invisible brushstrokes create a soft texture that when combined with his treatment of light adds to the calm atmosphere created in the painting.
PAUL SALISBURY (1903-1973) Provo
Riders of the Range, 1953
oil on canvas, 30" x 36" (76.5 x 91.6 cm)
Gift from Max and Kolene Knight, Springville 1990.007
The growing trend during the 1950s and 1960s toward Cowboy/Western art manifested itself in the paintings of Paul Salisbury of Provo. He was Utah's first significant "Cowboy and Indian" artist. As one of Utah's very few professional artists, he worked full time on his art and was not affiliated with a university or another occupation.
It is apparent that Salisbury's conservative painting style was perfectly suited to traditional Utah tastes. Riders of the Range illustrates Salisbury's ability to create unity in his paintings by using a consistent tonality and bold composition. Utah art, as a whole, was not figuratively based, but rather it was grounded upon landscape. However, in this painting, the artist has effectively composed two cowboy figures, additional horses, and cattle within a desert landscape, creating a powerful, authentic image. The painting is dated "1953," the only year Salisbury dated any of his works.
Visual Art Core Curriculum - Utah State Office of Education
Under the Standard of Making, this print can help the student:
- paint with complementary color schemes.
- create the appearance of space by drawing distant objects smaller and with less detail than objects in the foreground.
- establish more natural size relationships between objects.
- render cast shadows as falling opposite their source of light.
- explore with the following drawing techniques to increase perception/rendering skills:
- Draw quickly: have the students draw a simple object found in the room. The drawing should only take five seconds to complete. Drawing quickly forces the student to perceive the object and then render only its basic concepts of size and shape.
- Draw from memory: have the students handle and observe a simple object (for example, their shoe, a stapler, a tape dispenser) for a couple of minutes. Encourage the students to take mental notes as to the relative size and shape of the object. Have the students place the object out of sight and then draw the object using their memory. Compare completed drawings with the actual objects.
Under the Standard of Perceiving, this print can help the student:
- see how to create a work of art that uses contrast to create a focal point.
- observe how line can help define the contour of a three-dimensional form (for example, the folds of the shirt define the anatomy of the cowboy, the saddle defines the form of the horse). Note: contour is not just the outline of the object, it includes all the edges (interior and exterior) and surfaces of the object.
Under the Standard of Expressing, this print can help the student:
- explain its possible meanings or interpretations.
- invent possible stories that may explain what is going on in this painting.
- group other works of art with similar themes or subject matter with this work.
- provide an example of how to create symbols or motifs in art that express individual or group interests.
Under the Standard of Contextualizing, this print can help the student:
- predict how a work of art or a craft can be connected to an older or ancient culture.
- describe why a local craft or art form looks like it was made in your area.
- explore the use of artworks to document historical data.
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DIY Paint By Numbers Wave Seascape Painting
This "Do-it-Yourself" Painting By Numbers Wave Seascape painting will add a touch of beauty and spirituality to your home. They say that art is a form of receiving peace and meditation. Why not add beauty to your home and benefit from the calmness from painting it yourself with this easy to use paint by number kit? The finished product will look amazing and you will have the satisfaction that you painted it yourself.
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I'm returning to my mini-theme of portraiture by a roundabout route. In my next post I'll put up some portraits by the naive painter Henri Rousseau (1844–1910); but first I'm posting a different aspect of his work. Rousseau is far better known for some of the most popular and memorable paintings of the modern era. He is celebrated for his visionary jungle paintings that captivate the viewer with the lushness of their plant and animal life painted with incredible detail and precision. Extraordinarily the artist never saw the tropical scenes he brought so much to life, as he never left France. His exotic jungle paintings are the fantasies of a city dweller, constructed from visits to the zoo and botanical gardens, from postcards, books and from Rousseau’s vivid imagination. These jungles have intrigued people for decades, offering a dream of escape from humdrum reality to a savage and yet enchanting realm.
Rousseau’s unique vision was celebrated by his modernist contemporaries like Pablo Picasso and the surrealists René Magritte and Max Ernst, who saw his work as opening up new realms of artistic possibility. They were particularly fascinated by his bold, primitive style and the dream-like nature of his paintings. For a customs official who was self-taught and only took up painting full-time in retirement, this was an extraordinary accomplishment.


While today’s world increasingly resembles The Disasters of War by Spanish painter Francisco Goya, New York-born, Miami-based artist Lynne Golob Gelfman’s quiet, minimalist paintings are like a poultice for the soul, soothing our eyes. “Lynne Gelfman combines the intellectual concern and rigor of minimalism with a unique interest in pattern and process,” says Tobias Ostrander, head curator of Perez Art Museum Miami and longtime Gelfman champion. Ostrander is also organizing an exhibition showcasing Gelfman’s remarkable minimalist abstractions for Art Basel Miami Beach next year.
“sometimes random,” currently on view at Marisa Newman Projects in New York until November 10, is located in a snug Korean K-Town space, nestled above gaudy karaoke bars and kimchi joints. There, among the man-made chaos of New York City, Gelfman’s keenly observed paintings offer an oasis reflecting traces of nature, working in her signature, unique “in verso”process. The new series of nine paintings create a continuum of her earlier grid based paintings, work she began in New York in the 1960s. The added element of the continuum of time, 1960s to now, add heft to Gelfman’s grid, now softened by the light, clouds and water elements of Miami.
The artist’s studio is like a lush tropical garden featuring rare tropical plants, including palms, cycads, flowering trees and vines. It almost feels like an annex of the nearby 83-acre Fairchild Tropical Garden. Gelfman, a self-described trickster spends most days submerged in paint and nature. Gelfman is currently also busy with a monograph in association with Natalia Zuluaga, the artistic director of ArtCenter/South Florida who co-runs [NAME] Publications, a nonprofit art book press in Miami.
For “sometimes random,” the series of nine canvases reference Gelfman’s New York series thru, and signal the comfort and confidence of an artist who has mastered her medium. The “in verso” technique she developed (using oil paint and dish soap) to create bleached-out color on the reverse side of the canvas offer the artist’s expression of the Miami landscape. It also suggests a vulnerability to the sometimes randomness of paint seeping through from the other side of the canvas to create abstractions that explore the play between structure and chance.


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Your car’s finish is constantly bombarded with harsh contaminants that can cause damage, and that over time will reduce the gloss and clarity of the surfaces. Regular detailing to deep-clean these areas help to remove all of these contaminants that get onto the paint, and then traditionally a wax or sealant would be applied to prevent new contamination, and to add gloss as well. Waxes and sealants are good, but often times they are not applied frequently enough to offer maximum protection. Most waxes will only provide a month or two protection before another application is due, and sealants can typically range in the 4-6 month durability.
We now have new technologies available to us in the detailing industry that significantly increase the durability of protection upwards of 18-24 months. These new technologies come in the form of semi-permanent coatings that provide the ultimate barrier between your paint and wheels, and the harsh elements that your car is exposed to on a daily basis.
Not only will these coatings provide a protective barrier, but they also add gloss and depth to the finish, and they make subsequent cleaning of the vehicle much easier since dirt and other contaminants won’t stick to the surface as easily. When you wash your car afterwards, the paint will continuously have that “freshly waxed” and slick feeling to it.
» WHAT IS A PAINT COATING?
A paint coating is a semi-permanent/permanent layer applied directly above a car’s clear coat to create a shield and protect it from the elements. It acts as a second layer of protection to protect it from oxidation, salt and grime, acid rain and bird droppings, as well as harmful UV rays.
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Unlike waxes and paint sealants that require frequent reapplication, most paint coatings provides constant, unyielding protection for years. Glossworks offers a 2 year warranty on all coatings applied.
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Our paint coatings can be applied to all painted surfaces, including the body and wheels. Trim and exhaust tips are also nano-coated with a high-temperature rated coating that is specific for those areas.
» WHAT IS THE COST TO HAVE THIS COATING APPLIED?
Paint, Glass, and Trim – Ceramic Paint Coating package – $895 and up
All of the painted and plastic trim will be coated and protected. The windshield will be cleansed and protected with a durable water-repellent coating. This package is above and beyond any level of detailing service. It is preferred to have at least some level of paint correction work done prior to the Ceramic Paint Coating application so that the paint underneath is in great shape.
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She really loves to paint. Today she wanted to paint a rainbow with the sky above and the grass below.
I helped her get out the supplies, and then I left her to it. Our supplies are an easel, a canvas, a plastic palette, and tempura paint in red, yellow, blue, black, and white. Kids love to mix their own colors. Using inexpensive canvases when they want to do a project makes it special and easy to display.
The colors of the rainbow are out of order intentionally. She wanted hers to be different.


There are times when the house or space around feels dull and boring, and you want to give your space a makeover. Then, painting the space might help you in such situation. Painting always glams up the entire space. It gives the space a complete new look. But there is one thing that you need to pay attention to and that thing is, always hire professionals to get your work done.
For instance, if you’re living somewhere around Sydney, then you can get the services of painters northern beaches has. You will surely be going to find at least one good painting company Northern beaches has. Such companies will provide you good quality painters Sydney has.
These painters are going to give a complete makeover to your place. In fact, painting is not only a normal thing, it is a kind of investment that an owner makes. Like any other field, technology is also bringing new changes in the field of painting as well. So make sure that the company which you have chosen must be well-versed with the new technologies and changes available in this field. This helps to get the best available option.
One of the other benefits of hiring good professional painters is that the work gets done very quickly. You don’t need to wait for many days in order to get your space painted. Professionals do their job quickly, making it easy for the people to resume their day to day lives without any problem.
Moreover, good painting services always ensure that the quality remains top-notch. They make sure that they provide the best services. There are many other benefits of hiring professionals. Therefore, it is logical to hire professionals and get the best services for your space. These painters also help to choose the best colours that can go with the theme. So, pay attention towards hiring professionals.


It’s winter in Paris and the little Art Seeker saw for you the beautiful exhibition dedicated to the great Russian art collector Sergueï Chtchoukine at the fondation Vuitton.
The building is just gorgeous and brand new and really worth while to be seen!
The fondation Vuitton built by the architect Frank Gehry
Chtchoukine was a rich Russian art collector who thanks to a visionary gaze constituted one of the most incredible art work collection of artists of the 19th and 20th century and gave to Moscow the first modern art museum in the world.
As if to test their power and their capacity for resistance facing Cézanne ‘s self portrait he placed works that were really vivid proofs of the new avant-gardes.
In 1915,the russian collector decided to display portraits of himself next to his favorite artist.
He appears then next to his beloved artists looking at the viewver with his penetrating eyes!
Portrait of the art collector Sergueî Chtchoukine by Xan Krohn.
Chtchoukine was a very mystic person who made a trip to Saint Catherine’s monastery in Sinaï.His own epiphanic feelings can be seen in the choice of his paintings and artists.


Chris Howe is a long-standing exhibitor at the 10 Parishes Festival. Chris works mainly in watercolour, using a limited palette and bold brush strokes to produce atmospheric landscape paintings of Exmoor and the surrounding area.
This year Chris will be exhibiting at the Wiveliscombe Community Centre. Meanwhile, he will be having a summer exhibition at the Harbour Gallery and Cafe in Porlock Weir – entitled ‘Exmoor influences’.
The exhibition runs from 8th July through until 31st August


Hello and Welcome to my Art Blog! I'm Ellie and I am 25 year old Artist who lives in Sunny Brisbane Australia.
This blog is dedicated to art, painting, all things handmade and to the beautiful things in life. Enjoy xoxo
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Thursday, June 14, 2012
New Portrait Series
I have been painting a 'Beach Series' now for the past year and have decided I want to start a new 'Portrait Series'. So I just wanted to share my very first painting to start the series off. I have named this piece 'Seduction', please let mw know what you think :)
I find portraits much more difficult and time consuming to paint, but once you get that magical look in the eyes its all worth it!


You might be thinking about getting your car painted since you would like to get them back to the way it looked in the past years. You may even try freshening it up passing it along to your teenager who has just started to learn driving. One thing is for certain, that whatever the reason might be, you need to hire the professional services of Sydenham spray painting to get a flawless paint job done.
There are people out there offering paint jobs for your car at cheaper rates. It is the thing that you should be avoided at cost. You may think initially that the cost is good, but when something turns wrong, the greater amount of paint needs to be purchased at the bargain price, which is not much. Using the services of a professional painter would be the smart choice you are going to make here.
1 The Right Equipment
It should appear to be a no-brainer, and yet a few people may not realize the extent of the equipment that would be required for painting the car in a proper way. There are special paint guns that are just a single piece of equipment. You will require a properly ventilated paint booth, a compressor, body tools and materials, tape and paper, and a lot more. It is not the thing that the home painters would look to invest in.
It takes a lot of skills and experience to get it done well if you have ever painted a wall or even a piece of furniture. Auto painting is a skill that should not be compared to the rest as one may take years to get them right. There are even body technicians who spend years learning about the back-breaking work of fixing the dents or even getting the bumpers replaced.
The preparation lying ahead of painting a car is something that should be done by the professionals. Else the car will not appear good. The preparation is a very important job as the car should be primed, sanded, and properly taped in preparing for the paint.
3 Color Matching the Paint
There are computers that inform them about the factory colors aiding in matching the paint on the vehicle as done by the professionals. It is vital specifically for a spot job like the replacement of a bumper as you would not wish to get two different colors on your car.
4 Indoor Environment and Proper Ventilation
The paint job will be done inside the paint booth by the auto body shop. It is a clean, dust-free environment with proper ventilation. The car will be allowed to dry indoors, much off from the airborne debris that can easily destroy the paint job after the completion of the paintwork.
5 Environmentally Safe Disposal of Materials
The hurlstone park spray painting shop will have contracts with companies who pick up and dispose of all the solvents along with the left-over paint and other materials that are quite dangerous to the environment.
You have surely learned about the merits when you decide on using the professional auto painter once you have decided on getting a paint job done on your car.


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A giclée print of a B&W painting that I made for an upcoming exhibit at Toronto School Of Theology, entitled "Memory and Hope"
Contributed by Amarie Post
For more of this creator's work, visit the Reilly League of Artists on Facebook
Creator retains the right to reproduce this artwork
The market value of this piece is estimated at $150-$200


Upon completion of a live wedding painting, Stephanie enjoys bringing home a memento of the occasion, usual in the form of a small floral arrangement. The aromatic scent, and colors and textures tailored to that bride’s vision continue to provide inspiration for the artist as she places the final strokes on the heirloom painting.
Original acrylic painting on gallery canvas.
Signed by the artist, wire added to back, ready to hang. The edges have been painted.
Please allow 7-10 business days for this item to be carefully packaged and shipped from our studio in New Orleans, LA.


This relaxing 2-hour workshop is designed to ignite the creative spark in complete beginners and get the flame going for those who have some drawing and painting experience. Within the workshop, students will learn and apply the skills and processes required to use watercolour paints with a focus on paint application, washing, brush-work, colour mixing, tonal value and light depiction.
Students will have completed a series of artworks and created greeting cards with hand-written calligraphy! By the end of this class, students will feel confident using their new skills to continue developing their own artistic style!
What will be provided?
Watercolours, watercolour paper, brushes, pallets, water jars, ink pens
After completing her studies in Fine Arts at QUT, Monique has found a love for working with people and igniting a creative hobby in all of her students. She thrives from collaborating and fostering the creativity in others.
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We found this bookshelf thing a few months back on a yard sale page and I finally got around to fixing it up last month. I really love the final look of it, so I thought I'd share it. It's currently being used as a night stand for my side of the bed. I am keeping an eye out for something similar for my husband's side.. he thinks they should be matchy... or close enough. ;)
I decided on a white paint and used the same homemade chalk paint recipe I used for my hutch.
After cleaning it up, I started painting. It needed about three coats of paint. White doesn't cover as well as the blue for the hutch, had. After it had all dried. I sanded on some of the edges for an aged look. Wiped it up again and then added a clear wax coat to it.
I think the white really pops against the blue walls in my room.


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Picture frame, canvas and shell acrylic poured white,blue & pink. 10´´X 10´´ Acrylic painting, Frame & Sea Shell
SHIPPING: Shipping fees are $10.00 for Prince Edward Island. If you are ordering more than one product from Portraits de Lise, select the shipping fee on one item only, then select Manufacturer pick-up for the other items, so you get charged only once.
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Baby Room Acrylic Set: Picture frame, canvas and shell
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We’re assuming you came here because you desire to be recognized alongside some of history’s geniuses of oil painting.
Or maybe not, maybe your oil painting dreams are a little more modest. Maybe you just want to fill that blank canvas with something beautiful, being able to exert a paintbrush, or making an oil painting of which you can be proud.
While the first may be a little challenging, although not to say impossible, the latter is within everyone’s grip. And we’re here to enable you to get there.
That’s why we’ve formulated this collection of 45+ oil painting ideas for beginners in 2023 to guide them on how to paint with oil. And although it is one of the most tricky painting mediums to ace, its impacts – its bold, vivid colors, its amazingly textured quality, and its glossy vibrant finish, make it one of the most rewarding paintings to work on.
So, let’s have a glance at some of the things that you will require to have to start this painting and some of the essential things that you will have to know. Although with practice, you’ll be as good a painter as you wish to be.
Let’s have a look.
Some Essential Tools You’ll Need For Painting —
To master oil painting or, indeed, to get creative with it, you are going to require a particular number of practical tools which will assist you to work on the canvas.
You can easily picture what most of these will be.
Paint brushes — Paint brushes are quite a good thing to start with. But note the pluralism: you’ll probably need more than one of varied sizes before you can get ready for the painting. Flat brushes are best for larger-scale paint applications, while round brushes are good for making details.
Meanwhile, canvases – primed and sized are going to be crucial too, as well as a color palette in which you can blend your colors. The easy mixability of oil paints is one of their perks so don’t neglect it.
And, another important thing is something to clean your brush – and water won’t do that. You will require a white spirit of some type. We’ve moved from using turpentine, however, so go for an artist’s white spirit. You will find it in any art shop that will sell it.
Once you have bought all those things that you’ll need while performing an oil painting, it’s good to think about oil painting ideas that will assist you to paint your canvas with some beauty!
Let’s get started!
60+ Amazing Oil Painting Ideas — Great for beginners
1. Chick —
Using oil paints and blending some pretty vibrant oil paints, you can create this cute chick painting grabbing green leaves in the mouth. Don’t forget to add a cute red polka dot bow to enhance its cuteness.
2. Ice cream —
Another oil painting featuring this tasty ice cream! This simple oil painting will help you practice adding layers of paints and detail work. The frosting needs more attention as it requires layers of paint.
3. Fruits —
Here is a beautiful oil painting featuring some fruits. If you’re planning to draw pictures of edible things, this fruit oil painting idea will assist you a lot.
4. Flower with red beetles —
Find this beautiful painting using oil paints featuring a beautiful pink flower and two red beetles on it. This idea will help you a lot in practicing blending and mixing paints for a vibrant background.
5. Flower —
Another beautiful oil painting of white flowers. White paint is the most utilized and beautiful hue used in enhancing the vibrancy of the painting.
6. Bird —
Want to paint the canvas with a beautiful bird? Here is the one that will help you to draw a pretty amazing bird oil painting.
7. Woman painting along with a bird —
For a perfect unique idea, it’s always better to draw something that is thoughtful and can give a meaningful extract of the painting subject.
Here is a beautiful woman painting and a bird on the eyes area that indicates a woman with flying high dreams. You can add many specifications to the background as we did by drawing pretty flowers all around.
8. Light Rose —
Here you will find a pretty pink and white blended rose with a beautiful background. It looks like a real one, isn’t it? Make like one by tracing this beautiful virtual idea that will enable you to think of more such ideas to add specifications to your art.
10. Beautiful Woman Face —
Want to draw a human or a pretty woman’s face? This beautiful art of a woman’s face created by blending various vibrant paints will enable you to create a masterpiece like this. Take your brush and start painting your canvas.
11. A flower scenery —
This flower field scenery shows that even beginners can create a masterpiece. Create this simple oil painting yourself by following this beautiful idea featuring beautiful scenery with flowers on the front. You can add more elegance to your painting by creating mountains or clouds in the background.
12. A Butterfly —
Butterflies are an easy subject matter, to begin with. And this one-stroke butterfly is the perfect subject for beginners while also learning and practicing brushwork. If you are looking for a pretty and vibrant art project, then check out this beautiful butterfly oil painting.
13. Woman —
Painting humans can be intimidating for beginners but this painting idea of a pretty woman playing the saxophone can enable you to trace or download it and use it to sketch your design prior to starting painting makes it quite easy.
14. Potted Sunflower Plant Painting —
Bright and brilliant, sunflowers are one of pretty painting subjects for oil paintings. From stem to leaf, this idea will show you how to paint them easily on the canvas.
15. Potted Rose Flower —
Roses have always been a beautiful subject for any type of painting or drawing. Follow this idea of a rose plant in a beautiful pot and paint your canvas with it.
16. White Flowers —
Another flower painting using oil paints will give you an idea to paint your canvas with some beautiful flowers. Blend brown hues to paint the background for a vibrant presentation.
17. Pink Flower —
Check out this amazing and easy oil painting idea featuring beautiful round flowers along with stems. Paint the background with more vibrant hues than of flowers to enhance the focus.
18. Dog —
Is any Animal lover out there? Find this beautiful and cute dog Painting idea for your canvas to turn it into your favorite pet animal painting.
19. Balloons —
Check out this pretty heart-shaped balloon Painting with a vibrant blue background.
20. Apple —
Apple is a very common yet intriguing art subject. Follow or trace this beautifully painted and shadowed apple art with a darker-hued background.
21. Fish —
Simply making a fish might get boring or overrated. Try this abstract oil painting featuring these fish’s underwater waves in a circular motion made by oil paints.
22. Woman —
Another human painting featuring a beautiful woman made with various hues of oil paint.
23. Bird —
Check out this bird painting sitting on a stem that looks so realistic in a painting version.
24. Flower Vase —
A flower vase painting is best to display in your living room. Make one and put it on any wall of your living room and watch it enhance the beauty of the room.
25. Painting on wood slices —
Did you know you can use oil paints on wood slices? And these gorgeous cuts of wood make unique paintings that you can display around your house, give as gifts or sell. If you have never painted on wood, you will need to check out this idea for making a painting like this.
26. Rose Flower Vase —
Instead of making roses alone, try them with a vase. It will give a perfect presentation to your canvas.
27. City Sunset inside a woman’s head Painting —
Looking for a unique painting idea along with some meaningful thoughts? Look at this painting of a woman’s body and a beautiful warm-hued sunset inside her.
28. Lemon —
Look at this oil painting of lemon slices and make one by tracing this idea.
29. Lily Flower —
Flower lovers will love to paint their canvas with different kinds of flowers. Here is another example of flower oil painting to assist you to draw like one.
30. Abstract Human Art —
Abstract art has become a very popular oil painting theme in the past few years. It can be a fun and easy way to start exploring oil paints as long as you don’t mind the afterwards cleaning up!
31. Oranges —
Still-life objects like oranges are beloved things to paint with oil paints, as well as a great subject for practicing perspective and shadows. Paint your own canvas with this idea. You can make oranges alone or with a bowl keeping them.
32. Red Flowers Canvas Art —
Another bright and cheery painting featuring red flowers to add to your walls. Check out this idea to learn how easy it is to make this happy and beautiful piece.
33. Roses —
Learn how fun and easy painting roses can be using oil paints! This flower oil painting will also show you easy ways to paint flowers using some unexpected blending of colors.
34. Scenery —
Check out this beautiful scenery made on canvas, blended with beautiful pretty oil paints. This lightly stroked scenery painting will help you to draw exactly according to your imagination.
35. Sunset Scenery on a Plate —
Ever tried painting on a plate? Check out this painting idea and try oil painting on a plate and use it as a display or a decoration in your living room.
36. Bird Oil Painting —
Find this pretty bird oil painting made with vibrant hues and give your canvas a beautiful flying theme.
37. Christmas Tree
Check out this amazing Christmas tree painting made with lots of different oil paints. Fill your canvas with every color you have and make a pretty Christmas tree like this one.
38. Flowers —
Check out this another beautiful example of a rose painting with more vibrancy.
39. Blue Butterfly
40. Flowers Pot
41. Cute Bunny
42. Cute Buddha
We hope these super impressive and intriguing oil painting ideas helped you to paint your blank canvas perfectly with ease and quickly.
Don’t forget to visit our website and follow us on social media and Pinterest for more such impressive oil painting ideas and tutorials.
Keep unleashing your creativity and keep painting!
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Kelsie has been passionate about art from a very young age and has been honing her skills ever since.
Growing up on Vancouver Island in British Columbia, she was captivated by the stunning natural scenery and wildlife surrounding her.
As a child, she experimented with various art forms and even participated in the Nanaimo Festival Of Banners for several years, starting when she was eight years old. In her early teens, Kelsie found her calling in realistic graphite drawing, which eventually led to her exploring watercolour, acrylic, and oil painting in her early twenties.
In the spring of 2022, after previously getting asked by multiple people to teach them how to paint over the years, Kelsie had the bright idea to create her own paint night business. And so, on September 28, 2022, "Paint with Kelsie" was born!
With the help of her family and friends, she managed to secure a couple of venues before the end of the year, and the rest is currently in the making!
Her artwork is characterized by its vibrancy, use of colour, and realistic depictions, with a focus on nature and animals.
Kelsie aspires to share her love of art with others, and hopes to expand her reach beyond the island in the future.


I first painted the Suffolk landscape as a child in Bury St Edmunds.
‘Those distant days provide the foundations to my artistic development. Many hours were spent exploring the quiet beauty of a landscape swept by ever-changing skies and bathed in a magical light. What seemed to me then most wonderful of all was possessing the ability to express in paint my feelings towards this landscape, a sentiment that has remained with me. I returned to Suffolk with my family in 1984, after an absence of 16 years.
Living now near the coast has heightened the magic: the countryside retains its quiet and dignified beauty with the sea just beyond the fields adding so much more. There is much variety in the landscape here, embraced by a purity of light or shrouded in soft-coloured mists. Painting it is a challenge.
The quiet beauty of Suffolk remains, but today there is a disturbing undercurrent which has come to dominate my work. Countryside, which for centuries has provided solace and succour to man and inspiration to art, is crying out in mortal danger.
This new dimension to the Suffolk landscape and seascape, the increasing threat from development and pollution, can no longer be ignored by the landscape painter.
I have always believed in the importance of working in front of the landscape. Breathing the air of the site as work progresses gives life and reality to the painting, vitality to brushwork, vibrancy to colour and an opportunity to become deeply involved in the motif.
Of course, there are problems: the transportation of equipment, bringing home a wet canvas and the variable weather. The only conditions I have found impossible for work are driving wind and rain. Certainly a sturdy easel is essential. In the summer, insects will inevitably walk across areas of delicate colour which are the most difficult to repair!


Artist Kathleen Broaderick's work has been getting a lot of notice lately, from being juried in to the Foster Gallery exhibits three times in the past year to now opening her own gallery -- CHROMA.
Chroma is an art term that refers to the intensity of a color.
"I love that," said Broaderick. "My art has a lot of intense color, so it seemed a good match."
Broaderick described her gallery as small, but she said it packs a punch and it's filled with her original artwork.
To assist with that punch, Broaderick chose to paint the walls of the gallery white to help her colorful artwork stand out.
"I tried to make it distinctive," she said.
The gallery space is in the front and in the back is her studio where she paints every morning and teaches classes. She will teach one or two classes a month for 8-12 students. She said she will not take more in a class as it needs to be a small, social environment. She has two classes scheduled in October during which students will create a rooster, then a fish.
"I get a lot of calls for roosters," she said.
In November she will teach her technique and students will then take home a piece of artwork they created at the end of the day.
"I dreamed of creating an environment where guests would feel comfortable expressing themselves creatively, and I am thrilled to be able to share my techniques with fellow art lovers who also find joy in art," Broaderick said.
Broaderick has been an artist/hobbiest for many years, but a professional artist for only three years.
Many years of taking art classes while raising her sons helped land the communications major a job as an art teacher at an elementary school that she enjoyed for two years before choosing to become a professional artist.
"Being able to give lessons in my own studio now is wonderful," she said.
Broaderick moved to the Gulf Coast 17 years ago and lived most of those years in Niceville, but now lives in Miramar Beach.
She paints using oils and acrylics, but mostly oils for her work. However, Broaderick uses acrylics in her teaching as it dries quicker.
Both of these mediums are a deviation from her start with watercolors.
"I loved the transparency and luminosity of watercolor and there is still a lot of watercolor in me. It comes out in my paintings in mixing of colors for interesting effects," said Broaderick. "I try to stay loose with the bold brushstrokes and fresh with clean color. I am not so concerned with delineating the details or exact colors of the subject as I am creating a beautiful impression of it."
Broaderick said her painting process starts long before her brush touches the canvas.
"Once I am excited about a subject I think about it for a few days generating ideas and color combinations," Broaderick said. "I may even get a clear picture in my head of the final painting. It's a good sign if I can't wait to go to sleep at night so I can get up and actualize my vision."
These interesting effects make the artist's work stand out. She has won student awards, honorable mentions, and she won the Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation poster contest last year and an award of merit. Her most recent honor was being chosen by Ballard Designs to be their exclusive artist.
A year after Broaderick's initial contact with Ballard, three of her paintings have been included in their catalogue and stores where they can be purchased as giclee prints.
"It was a surprise to see my rooster painting on the cover of the August 2017 issue," said Broaderick. "I had to paint larger than I have before."
Her paintings have also been featured on Ballard Design's Instagram account.
She recently visited their flagship store and saw her paintings and met the staff.
Broaderick's single-session classes are two and a half hours long. All supplies are provided, including canvases, paint, brushes, and instruction. Wine and snacks are welcome and experience is not required. Cost for each single session class is $75.
On Oct. 23 and 24 she will do a demo painting each morning with students painting in the afternoon. The fee is $250 per person.
To register for classes and workshops, visit www.chroma30a.com or call 844-524-7662.
CHROMA is located near Blue Mountain Beach next to Goat Feathers. Visit Broaderick's website at www.chroma30a.com. She is available by appointment.


Coral Black and White painting retro vintage curiosity wall art print framed and unframed
Vintage Curiosity Wall Art Print. Coral Black and White painting by Ernst Haeckel
Printed onto high grade art paper, using high grade archival pigment inks.
Sizes Unframed (approx)
(A4 21cm x 30cm) (A3 30cm x 42cm) (A2 42cm x 59cm)
Sizes Framed (approx)
(A4 32cm x 40cm) (A3 45cm x 55cm) (A2 55cm x 75cm)


29 July 2015
Paint supplies are expensive, have a limited shelf life, and require special care to extend their usefulness. Paints can become contaminated with bacteria if not properly stored and can lose their vibrancy over time. Additionally, brushes and canvas can become misshapen if not properly cleaned or stored. To prolong the longevity of your paints, brushes, and canvases, keep these tips in mind. Paints and Mediums Store paints in their original containers in a cool, dry place.


I've decided to share some of my illustration work on this blog from time to time because I might make this my sole business blog in order to make my other blog an all elementary art blog.
I take a lot of inspiration from Picasso, Matisse, and songs I'm listening to at the moment. I enjoy bright colors, patterns, and [obviously] portraiture. I consider watercolors to be my strength, but it was fun to dabble in acrylics and mixed media.
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