One thing I finally got (from another of your videos) is that "thin" paint doesn't mean super-thinned with mineral spirits, but more the light touch and 'scrub' of putting it on in a thin and transparent way. Sure it's less paint on the brush, but it's mostly how it's put on the panel 'thinly'.
I tried using baby oil to clean brushes. IT WORKED ! I was desperate to stop using real turpentine. My head was getting woosy for a day or so after. It worked. I just dipped the brush and wiped it clean.
I recently found your channel and have been enjoying your videos. I like your delivery of the information and your laid back personality. Thanks for what you do!
Thanks again for a pleasant and informative video. Interesting comment that people respond to brush strokes. It’s part of the soul of the painting and the artist so glad it’s recognized and embraced.
just wanted to say, I'm not a painter at all but I absolutely love your videos. once I'm out of college and have my own place, I'll definitely be buying one of your paintings!!!!! thanks for being such a calm voice and so inspirational! 😊
I just thought of a question actually! you mentioned in an earlier video that you are very musical. what style of music did/do you like to perform the best? thanks!
@@alyssawisa25 So glad you enjoy my videos! I like singing and playing acoustic guitar. I posted some videos a while back: czcams.com/users/JuiceBrakes
How do you get your oil paints to spread so well? Also do you recommend a certain brand? I love your videos, they’re so helpful for my artwork at school :)!
3:55 great advice....also when painting on canvas...scrub in the block in so it stains the canvas. I've seen an artist that actually puts a shop towel (very good for wiping..cleaning brushes) onto the wet paint to soak up the oil...paint then paints on top...can I ask you ..your thoughts on this? Would this effect the long term and or drying of the painting . Although it works for him I do think the stain of the canvas left in some areas just doesn't have enough paint on the final piece..surface...
Thank you for all the great videos. They have been a wealth of useful information. Here is what I want to know. How do you approach the initial drawing process. Specifically, what mental process do you use to reference your lines, angles, proportions as you lay them in. Has it been an evolving skill for you? I struggle with this part and usually do a drawing transfer step but want to learn a different way.
I really like all your seascapes. In my region (west of France) the problem is that there are no bays, rocks, irregularities. there are just dunes and waves as far as the eye can see. Have you ever managed to get paintings of such beaches?
Yes! I have a beach nearby that has lots of sand dunes. I recently did several paintings of dunes with a trace of blue ocean in the background. Two of the paintings have sold already. I plan to go back and paint that location again.
I will understand if you increase the workshops and paid lessons. Everyone has to pay the bills. But I hope you will continue to make some youtube videos. You are an artist so motivating and inspiring for all the amateurs who do not necessarily have the money to pay for lessons
@@chamberlainpaintings Yes, something I picked up from Mark Carder - Drawmixpaint. Very useful. Shall be showing my appreciation for all your fantastic videos by supporting you on patreon in the next couple of days Michael.
@@europeanroyalty4778 I tried that method but had to accept that I'm not organized enough. I kept using the wrong brushes. So glad you're enjoying my videos!
@@chamberlainpaintings I'm not sure organisation is why I do it, I think it's just laziness 😁. I love to paint but hate the washing brushes part so I just do so at the end of each session.
One thing I finally got (from another of your videos) is that "thin" paint doesn't mean super-thinned with mineral spirits, but more the light touch and 'scrub' of putting it on in a thin and transparent way. Sure it's less paint on the brush, but it's mostly how it's put on the panel 'thinly'.
Mike, I reckon sharing insight into your life and passion is your way of teaching by sharing...keep up the good work mate.
Thanks Bert!
I tried using baby oil to clean brushes. IT WORKED !
I was desperate to stop using real turpentine. My head was getting woosy for a day or so after.
It worked. I just dipped the brush and wiped it clean.
I've heard safflower or canola work as well!
I recently found your channel and have been enjoying your videos. I like your delivery of the information and your laid back personality. Thanks for what you do!
Thanks David!
enjoyed your discussion thanks Michael - I like how your advice is relatively simply and easy to understand - great stuff
Thank you for sharing your knowledge and tips, Michael. You really help us to learn and improve.
Thanks again for a pleasant and informative video. Interesting comment that people respond to brush strokes.
It’s part of the soul of the painting and the artist so glad it’s recognized and embraced.
Me too! 😊
wet panels are awesome, nature inspires me to paint :) very cool advice, definitely going to make the brush cleaner, enjoyed watching the video
just wanted to say, I'm not a painter at all but I absolutely love your videos. once I'm out of college and have my own place, I'll definitely be buying one of your paintings!!!!! thanks for being such a calm voice and so inspirational! 😊
I just thought of a question actually! you mentioned in an earlier video that you are very musical. what style of music did/do you like to perform the best? thanks!
@@alyssawisa25 So glad you enjoy my videos! I like singing and playing acoustic guitar. I posted some videos a while back: czcams.com/users/JuiceBrakes
Enjoy listening to you and watching you paint...love to attend a workshop ...great info thanks...watch all your videos.
Thanks a lot Michael.
Very clear as always.
The tip with the can is great :-) Though I don`t wash my brushes...I "towel" them out ;-)
Thanks Mike. Great video as always
How do you get your oil paints to spread so well? Also do you recommend a certain brand? I love your videos, they’re so helpful for my artwork at school :)!
3:55 great advice....also when painting on canvas...scrub in the block in so it stains the canvas.
I've seen an artist that actually puts a shop towel (very good for wiping..cleaning brushes) onto the wet paint to soak up the oil...paint then paints on top...can I ask you ..your thoughts on this? Would this effect the long term and or drying of the painting . Although it works for him I do think the stain of the canvas left in some areas just doesn't have enough paint on the final piece..surface...
Thank you for all the great videos. They have been a wealth of useful information. Here is what I want to know. How do you approach the initial drawing process. Specifically, what mental process do you use to reference your lines, angles, proportions as you lay them in. Has it been an evolving skill for you? I struggle with this part and usually do a drawing transfer step but want to learn a different way.
I’ll address in my next Q&A!
I really like all your seascapes. In my region (west of France) the problem is that there are no bays, rocks, irregularities. there are just dunes and waves as far as the eye can see. Have you ever managed to get paintings of such beaches?
Yes! I have a beach nearby that has lots of sand dunes. I recently did several paintings of dunes with a trace of blue ocean in the background. Two of the paintings have sold already. I plan to go back and paint that location again.
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this is nice coz i just bought some cheap oilpaints but the reviews were good..so i hope they foine but eh
I will understand if you increase the workshops and paid lessons. Everyone has to pay the bills. But I hope you will continue to make some youtube videos. You are an artist so motivating and inspiring for all the amateurs who do not necessarily have the money to pay for lessons
I plan to continue posting on CZcams for a long time. So glad you're enjoying my videos!
What about Naples Yellow Mike. Do you ever use it ? I love it.
I have a tube and I have found it useful! I haven't used it in a long time. I liked adding it to white for highlights.
@@chamberlainpaintings have you tried the Gamblin radiant hues? Wonderful for highlights and such...great for seascapes...waves...
@@joypinturra6151 No, but I'll check them out 😊👍
first !!!
btw I love your paintings
omg I’m so early one min !!!!
I never wash my brushes while painting. I squeeze the paint out with a rag and never end up with muddy colours.
Do you have different brushes for your lights/darks?
@@chamberlainpaintings Yes, something I picked up from Mark Carder - Drawmixpaint. Very useful. Shall be showing my appreciation for all your fantastic videos by supporting you on patreon in the next couple of days Michael.
@@europeanroyalty4778 I tried that method but had to accept that I'm not organized enough. I kept using the wrong brushes. So glad you're enjoying my videos!
@@chamberlainpaintings I'm not sure organisation is why I do it, I think it's just laziness 😁. I love to paint but hate the washing brushes part so I just do so at the end of each session.
@@europeanroyalty4778 makes sense!