Category: Helpful Info
Painting with Linseed Oil: What you need to know
In this article with details, information, images and FAQ’s, we will give you a behind the scenes look into the foundation of oil paint, Linseed oil.Written by: Mot Tuman What is Linseed Oil? Created from Flax seeds, Linseed oil defines the features of an oil paint. It works as a binder, holding the pigments together,…..
Jerry's -- 07/06/2024
How To Blend Acrylic Paint
Acrylic paint is notorious for its fast drying time. This can be especially difficult for artists who are familiar with watercolor or oil paint to work around, particularly when it comes to blending. In this article we will explore different tips and techniques commonly used for blending in acrylics.Written by: Mot Tuman Typically, blending is…..
Jerry's -- 06/06/2024
How Real Oil Paint Was Made
The Legacy of Traditional Oil Paint Making and Why Tusc & Pine Artists’ Oils are True To That History When artists wanted to make paint before the 18th century (1700-), they made their colors or had apprentices make colors by using a stone slab to grind pigment with medium with a muller made of glass,…..
Jerry's -- 04/06/2024
Watercolor Tubes or Pans? The Pros and Cons
When artists first come into contact with watercolors they may be surprised at the many different forms and types of watercolor available. Whether you are buying for yourself or someone you love, our goal for this informational and how to article is to lay down a definitive list of differences between tubes and pans of…..
Jerry's -- 17/05/2024
The Newest Breakthrough in Oil Paints for Artists
Tusc & Pine Oil Paints…and It Just Might Be the Best Featured: Tusc & Pine Artists’ Oil ColorsBy: Mot Tuman Join us for this article as we delve into the Tusc and Pine oil paint line created in partnership with Jerry’s Artarama. While it’s not uncommon for new brands of oil paint to pop up…..
Jerry's -- 16/05/2024
Understanding Different Types of Pastels and How to Use Them
Pastels are a wonderful medium for creating art that has a unique texture and feel. There are many different types of pastels to choose from, each with their own characteristics. In this article, we’ll explore the different types of pastels available and how to use them to create beautiful art. Soft Pastels Soft pastels are…..
Jerry's -- 11/04/2024
What is a non photo blue pencil? Why use it?
Today we’re going to be talking about what’s so special about non-photo blue pencils, what is and why use it. Featuring: Cezanne non-photo blue pencils Article has a video and images What is a non photo blue pencil? Why use it? What makes this pencil unique is that it was specifically created for sketching before…..
Jerry's -- 21/03/2024
Helpful Tips & Steps To Selling Your Artwork
If there is one question that artists ask all the time, it’s “How much should I charge for my artwork?” It’s as though just knowing the answer to that question will solve all their marketing problems. They are not alone. Here are 4 simple steps to consider when selling your art. We have all done…..
Jerry's -- 20/11/2021
The Artists’ Studio: Designing The Perfect Studio
Designing your perfect studio for art: What Yours Can Look Like Some people can be creative anywhere they go and sketch the perfect sketch or paint the perfect painting, others gather their creativity from the environment around them. Having an artist’s studio is the perfect way to create a space purely for the sake of…..
Jerry's -- 11/07/2021
Why choose a convertible style easel and what are the benefits
There are many styles of easels for art and artists to choose from. There are many options from h-frame to a-frame, single mast to double mast, French style to pochade boxes but what about a convertible or multi-angle easel? In this article we will explain the unique attributes of these types of easels and the…..
Jerry's -- 12/02/2020
Prepare to Sell Your Artwork Using Portfolios For Presenting
As artists we love to create but when it comes to the details of selling we are sometimes a little reluctant. Just in case I get someone who actually wants to know about my work, I have to have an artist portfolio or presentation case to show them.Recommended for this article: Artist portfolios , Art…..
Jerry's -- 21/06/2019
Plein Air, Create Art Anywhere!
A Guide to Take Your Art Outside or Travel We recently discussed the 10 Places Every Artist Needs to Plein Air Paint and offered some great places to get outside and create. Now lets talk about what to bring with you. What are really the best tools and supplies to take with you when you…..
Jerry's -- 10/04/2019
Create An Oil Pastel Painting: Step By Step & Video
Create An Oil Pastel Painting, Step-By-Step How To Video Featuring: Mungyo Gallery Oil Pastels Did you love that feeling of crayons in your hand as a kid? That freedom and feel of smooth application of color in your hand, where tight detail isn’t a thought seems just a lovely memory, right? Well what if you…..
Jerry's -- 13/03/2019
Art Decor Wood Picture Frames In White, Grey and More Colors
Enhance your walls with your own art in a great picture frame! Elegant and stylish art frames for your art from the Country Chic Frame Collection made exclusively by Jerry’s here in the USA. Made in the USA • No assembly required • Ready to hang • Includes hanging hardware When choosing picture frames for…..
Jerry's -- 08/02/2019
How To Thicken Your Oil Paints with Impasto Medium
In this article written by our expert in house artists on Impasto Medium, its uses, benefits and why use it, oil painters will now know hoe to properly thicken oils paints for thinker, impasto style paintings. Lets delve into understanding the medium of impasto, thicken oil paint, its applications, advantages and reasons, for utilizing it…..