How to use oil paints: 5 tips to get you started By Howard Lyon published 14 August 23 Experiment with these begginer-friendly techniques
How to set up an oil paint palette By Howard Lyon published 4 June 23 How to arrange and mix oils to make oil painting easier.
Painting a portrait in oils: A guide By Howard Lyon published 7 July 22 Learn how to focus on seeing key shapes in your subject, and use this technique to paint a portrait in oils.
Tackle portrait painting with oils By Howard Lyon published 6 July 22 Tips for creating a portrait using an academic approach.
How to stretch a canvas and set up for oil paints By Howard Lyon published 6 July 22 All you need to know about canvas stretching.
How to paint like a 19th-century master By Howard Lyon published 11 September 18 Draw inspiration from artists like Alma-Tadema to create a portrait.
5 things you need for oil painting By Howard Lyon last updated 1 March 22 Here's all the kit you need to start experimenting with oils.
Paint a portrait like the Old Masters By Howard Lyon published 6 June 17 Discover how studying an Old Master can give us invaluable insights into their process, aesthetics and techniques.