Howard Lyon

Howard has worked in the video game industry as a concept artist and art director. He has also freelanced on properties like Magic: the Gathering and Warcraft, as well as a fine artist for galleries.

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An artist painting a portrait in oils

Painting a portrait in oils: A guide

By Howard Lyon published

how to Learn how to focus on seeing key shapes in your subject, and use this technique to paint a portrait in oils.

A circular oil painting portrait of a lady looking off into the distance, against a glowing evening sky

Tackle portrait painting with oils

By Howard Lyon published

Art Tips for creating a portrait using an academic approach.

Canvas stretching

How to stretch a canvas and set up for oil paints

By Howard Lyon published

Art All you need to know about canvas stretching.

How to paint like a 19th-century master

By Howard Lyon published

Art Draw inspiration from artists like Alma-Tadema to create a portrait.

5 things you need for oil painting

By Howard Lyon last updated

Art Here's all the kit you need to start experimenting with oils.

Paint a portrait like the Old Masters

By Howard Lyon published

Art Discover how studying an Old Master can give us invaluable insights into their process, aesthetics and techniques.

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