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The Secret to Painting Fast Outdoors with Justin Vining
In this episode of Art School Live with Eric Rhoads, plein air artist Justin Vining shares the approach that has shaped his entire career: instead of waiting for perfect conditions or getting caught up in every detail, he believes the best paintings come from making bold decisions, trusting your instincts, and embracing the unexpected.
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Four benefits of Ampersand cradled panels by Chris Breier
Artist Chris Breier demonstrates the benefits of cradled Ampersand Panels
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Oil on Gessobord
Gessobord’s acrylic gesso coating has just the right level of absorbency allowing you to blend oil colors and maintain their slower drying time.
Priming wood panels with acrylic gesso or oil grounds
Commonly, artists ask us if unprimed wood panels need to be sealed. Except for encaustics, the answer is Yes.
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Oil on Primed Canvas Texture
The Artist Panel Primed Canvas Texture is a perfect choice for oil painters that want all the benefits of a panel but enjoy painting on a surface with a traditional canvas texture.
Claybord demonstration by Brigitte Waldschmidt
German mixed media artist and author, Brigitte Waldschmidt demonstrates techniques on Ampersand Claybord. (English subtitles)
Plein air painting on Ampersand panels with Scott Gellatly
Join Ampersand Artist Ambassador Scott Gellatly as he uses Gessobord, Aquabord, and Pastelbord for his plein air work.
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Gessobord demonstration by Brigitte Waldschmidt
An educational and entertaining exploration of Ampersand Gessobord by mixed media artist and author, Brigitte Waldschmidt. (English subtitles)
Oil on Claybord
Some oil painters prefer Claybord because they work in many layers with glazing techniques. The absorbency of the clay ground enhances their technique and adds a unique style to their images.
