Thank you for this series. I've always wanted to try oils but am freaked out about the dangers and and the mysteries of what to use. This is really valuable information thank you. Love your energy!!
THANK YOU! Yes oil painting seems so difficult to figure out well before putting brush to canvas! Lol. I started out with oils and gave it up because of all the seemingly conflicting information out there. Was just too overwhelming. So thank you for your insight!! I may just be brave enough to pull the oil paints out once more!!!
Thank you for this. I have been using acrylic for nearly two decades and like you said in another video, I was hesitant to switch because of all the thinners / reading tina about toxicity etc. this was very very helpful
I really am glad to hear it! Oil paint is way less daunting than a lot of people think and it’s so much more versatile than acrylic in my opinion. I wish you lots of success with it!
I don't do much oil painting and I'm rather a beginner at it and you've got some very helpful tips. But I don't use any kind of turps, even the odorless kind. I use Gamblin's gel medium (it's made for oil painting) to thin or maybe Lindseed oil sometimes. To clean brushes, I use a soap that has a good degreaser or a brush soap made esp for brushes and most dishwashing liquid does. There are also citrus based cleaners that work well, but they are solvent based and not good to get on your skin, although I think there are some that may be safer. If my oil brushes get real gunky, I will on occasion use mineral spirits to clean them. But some people won't even paint with oils at all if they have to use strong chemicals, so it's good there are some safer choices these days.
Every single thing that you said would happen if we don't "do the right thing".....happened to me last night. It's so funny to learn this from you after the fact. I mean everything happened; it was quite the circus. I'll stay tuned with you. Thank you.
😆😆 oh no!! Well I’m sure you’ll have much better luck next time since you’ll know exactly what not to do! Glad I could help you out… even retroactively😋😋
I’m a minor who is interested in learning how to paint using oil paints. Up until this point I have only been sketching in a sketchbook and using colored pencils. This is a huge jump of art style and my parents are concerned of the safety of using oil paints and all the toxic mediums and thinners. I also can’t drive on my own and dispose of the rags and toxic materials. Should I wait to use oil paints till I can handle them on my own?
Many folks under the age of 18 learn to oil paint. I'm not sure how old you are, but if you can be safe and follow good guidelines (and make sure no younger siblings or pets can get to the materials!!) then I don't see why not. Wearing gloves is a good idea that many oil painters do and definitely make sure to use odorless terpenoids with good ventilation (like an open window with a light fan). If both you and your parents get educated on safe habits and everyone is comfortable then I would go ahead. As far as disposal goes, you really only need to do it once or twice a year if you have a good jar(s) to keep rags in. You sound pretty responsible, have fun with it!
Glad you found it useful! Yep, a nice varnish will really help your paintings pop, especially if you go for a glossier finish. You definitely want to make sure that your painting is fully cured before doing so though. I used Gamsol brand with great results in the past. Just make sure to follow the directions carefully on any kind you get so it dries nicely:)
Hi thank you so much for this video. I had a question about the rags. I usually use acrylics and have a rag that I leave in my painting area for wiping my brush and I reuse it with each session. Can I do the same for oils or do I need to put my rag in a sealed container every time between sessions?
The real issue is if you leave a pile crumpled up because then a chemical heat buildup can form within the layers and cause the spontaneous combustion. If I'm leaving a painting for a day or so, I'll sometimes hang the rag I'm presently using. If I'm in-between paintings for days or a week, I leave the rags in my jar. I know the combustion is a rare occurrence, but better safe than sorry:)
Nope, I never dispose of thinner, you don't ever have to! When I do dispose of rags I store them in an airtight jar until I can take them to proper facilities. i actually have a video all about both of those questions here: th-cam.com/video/7khJSeSZ_B0/w-d-xo.html :)
Thank you for this series. I've always wanted to try oils but am freaked out about the dangers and and the mysteries of what to use. This is really valuable information thank you. Love your energy!!
Yay! I'm so glad to hear it, that's exactly what I was hoping for - taking the mystery out. Thanks for the love Debbie:):):)
Your video was probably the most helpful I’ve seen! Thank you!!!
Thank you so much for tutorial how to use linseed oil, medium at mineral and using jar glass with spring to clean brush .
Thank you for taking the time to explain the importance of pro the importance of properly disposing of your oil rags
Absolutely! I'm surprised more artists don't bring it up!
THANK YOU! Yes oil painting seems so difficult to figure out well before putting brush to canvas! Lol. I started out with oils and gave it up because of all the seemingly conflicting information out there. Was just too overwhelming. So thank you for your insight!! I may just be brave enough to pull the oil paints out once more!!!
Thank you for this. I have been using acrylic for nearly two decades and like you said in another video, I was hesitant to switch because of all the thinners / reading tina about toxicity etc. this was very very helpful
I really am glad to hear it! Oil paint is way less daunting than a lot of people think and it’s so much more versatile than acrylic in my opinion. I wish you lots of success with it!
I don't do much oil painting and I'm rather a beginner at it and you've got some very helpful tips. But I don't use any kind of turps, even the odorless kind. I use Gamblin's gel medium (it's made for oil painting) to thin or maybe Lindseed oil sometimes. To clean brushes, I use a soap that has a good degreaser or a brush soap made esp for brushes and most dishwashing liquid does. There are also citrus based cleaners that work well, but they are solvent based and not good to get on your skin, although I think there are some that may be safer. If my oil brushes get real gunky, I will on occasion use mineral spirits to clean them. But some people won't even paint with oils at all if they have to use strong chemicals, so it's good there are some safer choices these days.
Very clear and useful. Brilliant! Thank you.
Yay! thank you!!
Every single thing that you said would happen if we don't "do the right thing".....happened to me last night. It's so funny to learn this from you after the fact. I mean everything happened; it was quite the circus. I'll stay tuned with you. Thank you.
😆😆 oh no!! Well I’m sure you’ll have much better luck next time since you’ll know exactly what not to do! Glad I could help you out… even retroactively😋😋
You are great! Thank you so much!
Super helpful! Thank you!!
So glad! Thank you too!
I found odorless paint thinner at the hardware for 10$ Litre instead of 46$ for 32 oz at the art store.
Ha! Daaaaang! It’s crazy how they like to rip off artists isn’t it?! Nice one!
Thank you.😁
You're welcome 😊
Thank you so much for sharing. 💖 Are oil paints in themselves toxic? I feel nervous about the mediums and thinners, so I use pure paint. 🤔
Terpenoid original is non-toxic and nonflammable but I heard if you use it as a paint thinner your paint will not dry. Is that true?
I’m a minor who is interested in learning how to paint using oil paints. Up until this point I have only been sketching in a sketchbook and using colored pencils. This is a huge jump of art style and my parents are concerned of the safety of using oil paints and all the toxic mediums and thinners. I also can’t drive on my own and dispose of the rags and toxic materials. Should I wait to use oil paints till I can handle them on my own?
Many folks under the age of 18 learn to oil paint. I'm not sure how old you are, but if you can be safe and follow good guidelines (and make sure no younger siblings or pets can get to the materials!!) then I don't see why not. Wearing gloves is a good idea that many oil painters do and definitely make sure to use odorless terpenoids with good ventilation (like an open window with a light fan). If both you and your parents get educated on safe habits and everyone is comfortable then I would go ahead. As far as disposal goes, you really only need to do it once or twice a year if you have a good jar(s) to keep rags in. You sound pretty responsible, have fun with it!
Is 'odorless' less toxic? Aae you not breathing in fumes even when you cannot smell them?
Thanks for the valuable information.
My oil painting looks dul, not shinny or alive. Do I need gloss varnish after words or something else.
Glad you found it useful! Yep, a nice varnish will really help your paintings pop, especially if you go for a glossier finish. You definitely want to make sure that your painting is fully cured before doing so though. I used Gamsol brand with great results in the past. Just make sure to follow the directions carefully on any kind you get so it dries nicely:)
Hi thank you so much for this video. I had a question about the rags. I usually use acrylics and have a rag that I leave in my painting area for wiping my brush and I reuse it with each session. Can I do the same for oils or do I need to put my rag in a sealed container every time between sessions?
The real issue is if you leave a pile crumpled up because then a chemical heat buildup can form within the layers and cause the spontaneous combustion. If I'm leaving a painting for a day or so, I'll sometimes hang the rag I'm presently using. If I'm in-between paintings for days or a week, I leave the rags in my jar. I know the combustion is a rare occurrence, but better safe than sorry:)
do you dispose your thinner immediately after use? and how do you dispose it?
Nope, I never dispose of thinner, you don't ever have to! When I do dispose of rags I store them in an airtight jar until I can take them to proper facilities. i actually have a video all about both of those questions here: th-cam.com/video/7khJSeSZ_B0/w-d-xo.html :)
@@CaleighBirdArt Thanks!
I use a large jar with water in it.
Interesting! Never heard that one
No me worried about thinner n paint combustion
It must be easy she's a Garfield 😂
Huh?