When I visited the M. Graham factory in 2015, I learned some things about how oil paint is made. I also saw some color stability tests they had done comparing their walnut-oil-based colors to those of linseed-oil-based brands. The results … Read More
One of my artist friends, Bryan Mark Taylor, has designed and produced the Strada line of equipment for artists. One product in particular caught my attention: the Strada Pad, which is designed for use as a drawing support. Bryan generously sent me a free … Read More
M. Graham & Co. recently released a limited-edition color called Azo Coral. They sent me a free tube to try and I want to pass along my experience with it. Azo Coral is an exciting semi-transparent color which has an … Read More
My last article covered my recent visit to the M. Graham & Co. factory in Hubbard, Oregon. While I was in the area, I also visited the headquarters of another paint manufacturer. Gamblin Artist Colors I visited the Gamblin facility … Read More
I just returned with my family from a couple of weeks in Oregon. While we were in the Portland area, I was able to visit the factories of two companies who make artists’ paint and I wanted to share some … Read More
I regularly have visitors to my gallery ask why I favor linen canvas over cotton. I’ve been painting on linen with oils for the past several years, but I used cotton exclusively in the early days. Painting along merrily, I began to … Read More
I thought I’d share some information today about what I probably consider to be my favorite piece of painting equipment — my pochade box made by Open Box M. (See it in action in my instructional painting DVD Steps for … Read More