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I’ve posted 20 second reels on how to do an oil transfer on Instagram, but now you can finally get the whole story in all its glorious detail. It’s really nice to have the chance to share exactly how I do an oil transfer and why it’s my ride-or-die when starting a painting. It’s my favorite way to transfer a drawing – check it out!
Blocking in a background and having it come out perfectly can be HARD! I’ve struggled with this too, and want to share the tips and techniques I’ve learned the hard way with you. Inside you’ll find step-by-step instruction and the brushes I use to create a smooth, seamless background without transitions around your subject.
Cast shadows are the money shot of trompe l’oeil painting, literally making or breaking your art. Here I show how to make your cast shadows fool anybody’s eye with this step-by-step video, including the brushes and techniques I use to nail my cast shadows every time.
We love this homemade brush holder! Our design is flat, super sturdy, and there’s plenty of space between brushes. It holds all sizes from big fat mops to eyelashes glued to a stick (aka: tiny detail brushes) plus painting tools.
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Here’s my picks for the must-have brushes you’d need for any painting or technique. Most of these are cheap and easy to find, and are total workhorse brushes. Each brush serves a specific purpose, and I can’t imagine sitting down to paint without them.
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