Hey Andrew! I went to art school when i was 19, through the years i lost touch, engaged in other careers and now i am retired at 65. I thought i'd lost the inspiration, motivation and drive to ever again pick up a brush. I'd thought i lost what God gave me, but your videos have thawed the ice, and now once again, i am painting and have learned so much from your techniques. You are kind to share your abilities and you have impacted lives. Thank You.
Picked up a brush for the first time at 65.Andrew has been my 'go to' for instruction. He covers the subject well, and has the skill to back up his lessons. I do portraits. Because its hard. Working hard to hopefully stave off cognition problems, learning to do things I've never done before.
En efecto, recuerda cuántos grandes maestros han pintado hasta los 80 y 90. Al final, el límite lo impone nuestra vista, incluso Monet siguió trabajando (con grandes dosis de frustración, eso sí) cuando tuvo problemas serios de vista. Entiendo que la mente va cambiando con la edad, tengo 48 y ya soy consciente de ello. Pero pienso que la experiencia nos aporta algo que sustituye a la pasión (a veces inconsciente) de la juventud. Solo encuentra lo que te apasiona, por que la simple busqueda es apasionante en si misma. Ánimo. Te envío saludos cordiales desde España.
For anyone who wants to stay non-toxic, you can use safflower or walnut (or any) oil to get the paint out of brushes and then wash with Masters Artist Soap or dish soap. Oil seems to work just as well as turp, and can be recycled the same way.
Yes, I even use sunflower oil sometimes. Afterwards I clean them with washing up liquid or olive soap (that square block, great for brushes) to get rid of the oil. Fast solves fat method.
Great point about recycling turp! I use a similar method, but run the turp through a paper coffee filter while pouring into the jar. Catches a lot of the dirty turp.
I use odorless paint thinner, which is not cheap. I think I'll try your idea today, as I'm tired of wasting that tiny amount of thinner due to the fact that it's gone funky. Thanks for the tidbit.
Wow, I've been painting since 1983 and have never once thought of using hair conditioner... THANK YOU! It makes perfect sense now that you brought it up!
On the subject of the toxicity of solvents like turpentine/Turpenoid/Gamsol: I use about one cup of solvent per year ! I add some to my medium and I keep that in a small plastic squeeze bottle. But I don't use solvent in the conventional way to clean paint away. We are taught to remove all paint from our brushes. Otherwise, the paint will dry and make the bristles stiff or cause the brush to lose its shape. This is true ONLY if we allow the paint on the brush to dry !! I keep my brushes from drying out between sessions. That way, I never have to use solvent ! Here is what I do: Treating oil paint brushes after use without solvent: Steps: 1. After painting, wipe as much paint as you can from your brush onto a cloth or paper towel.(kitchen roll in the U.K.) 2.. Dip brush into a mixture of clove oil and artist grade safflower oil - 1/2 ounce bottle of clove oil into 8 oz. bottle of safflower oil. Do Not Swirl the brush around ..just dip it in and lift it out. 3. Set brush aside until your next painting session. It will stay pliable for a few weeks. If you go longer without using your brushes, re-dip into the clove/safflower mix. 4. When ready to use the brush, wipe off the oil residue. Your brush will be moist and flexible. You can put some medium onto the brush and wipe it off to remove any of the earlier color that might remain. Note: use only artist grade safflower oil. It is usually available in art supply stores. The cooking oil you buy in the market is not suitable. Clove oil can be found online. Walmart / Walgreens etc. ( USA ) carry clove oil. Once you have your few supplies and get accustomed to treating your brushes this way, you will be SO GLAD that you have dramatically reduced your use of toxic solvents! I have been treating my brushes like this for years and it keeps their bristles in good condition. Also... sometimes things, other than brushes, with paint on them need to be cleaned. It is OIL paint. You can remove the oil easily with the one product that has been formulated to remove grease. Liquid dish soap ! But only DAWN will do a good job. It is the best dish soap by far. Clean your hands. Wipe down surfaces. For paint on cloth: apply full strength and gently brush while rinsing in cool water can often remove paint. I have even washed wet paint off a canvas that wasn't working with Dawn, warm water and a hard scrub brush. You never have to clean with harsh toxic solvent again.
@@Chris-gp2ft ..Personally, I don't concern myself much with layers. But if you use a medium ( 1/2 linseed oil 1/2 solvent ) in the early. preliminary stages and then use no medium at all toward the end, you will never have a thinner ( more diluted ) layer over a fatter one. Remember I said: I use about one cup of solvent per year ! I add some to my medium and I keep that in a small plastic squeeze bottle.
@@Chris-gp2ft As you might know, many alla prima artists never need to use turps. Plus there are less toxic solvents and thinners than turps -- you might check out Sennellier's Green for Oil line (or Zest-It is terrific, if you're in the UK). I haven't used turpentine in months thanks to those companies. Happy (and less toxic/More environmentally friendly ) painting!
Thanks Renzo! For those in the EU, I like to order my clove oil from this German spice company. They're experts. wuerzteufel.de/eng_707/Essential-oils-Clove-flower-oil-3-12-2-65
Just found you yesterday. I have started painting with oil colore just a week ago and I am glad for people like you who share their knowlage. Thank you very much.
Thank you so much Andrew! Just started oil painting (at 60) and am really enjoying your very practical and easy to watch tutorials. There is so much to learn and consider when painting with oils, however, I think that t he journey will be worth it.
I have been a casual painter for over 50 years and research any and all available tutorials and books on oil painting. This video has taught me more about brushes and their use and care than I have gleaned from all previous experience. Excellent video. Subscribed and liked.👍
I have been a professional artist for almost 40 years. This is new to me. I was taught that after using in oils, clean the brush and oil it well with a good brush oil then lay it flat in a tray with the handle slightly elevated. It has worked well for me, I have quite a few good quality brushes that are 35 years old and still working well. Your a wonderful artist and your videos are well done and very educational.
@@amysbees6686 . I started off 38 years ago as a sign painter, hand lettering and worked that into commercial art, and then marketing. I have about 7 or 8 squirrel hair brushes ( made with long Russian squirrel hairs) that are as old as my business, so they are, yep, 38 years old. They have never been washed in soap and water, just thinner and then oiled. A couple are gettin a bit thin on hairs from the years of use, but they still letter ok. I keep two jars similar to the video, one dirty for initial rinse, and a clean(er) thinner. Even the thinner I use has a good quantity of oil in it because I have had it for a dozen years and the oil makes the thinner feel 'smooth'. New thinner is very harsh so I add only a teaspoon or two to the cleaner jars every once in a while. I never use new thinner. The oil I use is a mix of Sapphire Brush oil (which I guess you cannot buy any longer, its about 30 years old too, good thing I bought a couple cans back in the day) and plain detergent 10/40 motor oil. After rinsing the brushes and lightly squeezing the hairs dryish on a paper towel, I use about 3 or 4 drops of the oil and palette the oil into the brush making sure the heel is saturated a little. Shape the hairs with your fingers, lay the brush with the handle slightly elevated so the oils don't come up inside the ferrule to far...done.
@@meacenastiberius9438 your experience with brushes exemplary, and you know all the professional secrets to keeping one's brushes in top condition! Thank you!
This is the 2nd video I've watched of yours and they are brilliant, wish I had a smidgeon of your talent, I am a pensioner who started painting in my retirement, I've just picked up tips from videos such as yours and attended a couple of classes and have done some reasonably nice paintings, my family and friends are so impressed with me - I'm impressed with me, I never knew I had it in me. I probably don't do a lot of things correctly and go about things the long way round but I'm learning every time I watch your video, so thank you so much.
Hello Andrew, I'm a recent subscriber, and one of the reasons I subbed is your presentation style. Your content is obviously well thought out and planned. I admire your skills of articulating your knowledge, experience and passion in a concise, direct, simplified manner while simultaneously making it interesting and light-hearted. Thank you for staying on topic!!! That's what I appreciate the most, and it's a skill many UA-camrs can learn from your example. Your masterful execution of public speaking keeps your audience engaged AND informed. Thanks so much for your time and effort in creating valuable instructional content. Looking forward to learning more from you!
Just recently found your videos and love your manner and calm manner ! New to oils - have painted with acrylics for 20+ years and your postings are so easy to follow and understand. You portrait pieces are so well constructed and easy to follow the process. of building the colors that seem so extreme at first until you follow the process to see how the colors build. Thanks for sharing your amazing talent ! You are a great teacher !!!!!
I love the tip about trimming the fan brushes. I did a similar thing on a size 18 bright Escoda which had got fat, and trimmed a good 2/3 of it so it had a beautiful wide fine edge.
I actually never thought of cutting off some hairs on my brushes, but that makes so much sense! I am going to do that right now, thank you so much for the tips. You’re amazing!
I'm with Matt. Your clarity of both expression and thinking place your experience and technique easily within the grasp of your audience. My one regret is that I stumbled onto you and your artwork only comparatively recently. Stunning stuff.
i am amazed and grateful for your thoroughness and great ability to cover the details , to talk about painting . I started painting a few months ago , while living in the mountains of Thailand . I NOW cannot sleep ,because i am either staring at my paintings or , planning the next one . Thanks for all your help . Hope to chat with you , Rob . Thailand .
Andrew, you talk in your videos like a friend. Its great and relatable that way. As for process'i use a variation of the grisaille and detail underdrawings before a final painting. Even though this increases my time to work, I find if my underdrawing is tight and finished, it eliminates my guess work even if I use a veil or other techniques. Thank you for your channel and please dont stop. You make great videos, and I support a fellow artist from across the pond.
I wash my brushes with a little turps/linseed oil mix then dry on paper towel then wash in a little baby oil, then dry on paper towel. I got this tip from a English painter, very few fumes , brushes always good to use afterwards, thank you for your tips, much appreciated ,
Thank you so much, Andrew for these videos! I just found them and they are fantastic. Just what I've been looking for. I've been a graphic designer for over 40 years (BFA in graphic design and fine art in 1978). It's been quite a while since I painted and my fine art endeavors have mostly been with pencil and colored pencil in recent years. I will be retiring soon and I'm itching to get back into painting. I love Mike Swift's phrase below: "your videos have thawed the ice!"
Hi Andrew, 15:22 re cleaning brushes, I use Bob Ross thinner, for I opine it has virtually no odour that I can detect. I store it in coffee jars; to avoid wastage, instead of letting it settle, I put a funnel into a larger jar plus about 3 coffee filters which fit a funnel nicely; with the lid on, I shake it and pour the contents into the filters and this seems to produce clean thinner; a quick rub round with kitchen paper and the former jar is clean enough to have the decanted cleaned thinner back in it, ready for further use. Thanks for the very instructive and easy to listen to, brush use video, regards, Joe.
I like to read some of the comments that many of your followers write to express their gratitude for your beautiful work and excellent teaching ability! Well please include me in with all those followers because I love all your videos also . I'm a pastelist that renders portraits of horses and dogs but would like to get into oils, I'm 87 years old, I've been working in pastels for over 40 years but would love to get into working in oils and you are a greatest inspiration. Thank you Andrew ,we have been blessed with your wonderful talent and articulate teaching ability.
Thank you for sharing your knowledge & technique! As a homeschool Mom, I have little time for art school. I am very grateful for great UA-cam teachers!!
Andrew your videos are some of the best I've seen. you're so knowledgeable and you make it easier to understand. I take my hat off to you sir. thank you. please keep them coming. p.s. I would love to see stuff on under painting and blocking in as well a values.
Ty didn’t know I could use synthetic brushes for certain parts of the painting process!! U r my go to guy for info-I am a beginner!!! Love ur vids, easy to understand and thorough! Tks again!
thanks for the brush use description. and great tutorial for brush trimming as well. I have had chemical sensitivities for years and so am not able to have any solvents in the studio. I've used many brush cleaning systems with varying results, but have just started using Murphy's oil soap with great success. It cleans even the toughest pigments and conditions leaving brushes quite pliable. It even brings back neglected and stiff brushes. Stay painting and stay healthy!
@@AndrewTischlerArt Dear Andrew, thanks so much for the video, I too have sever allergies and cannot use solvent, and recently found out that oil primer is also incredibly toxic. I normally use langridge oil primer. Is there anything that you use? Or any way of making this stage less toxic? Thank you, best Martha
Wow! Everything I need to have on brushes. I was becoming frustrated with some of my efforts. Now I can take my time,and,absorb some of your information. I cannot paint at the moment having had surgery on both hands a couple of weeks ago,but,your videos gives me something to occupy my mind while the healing process takes place. Your presentation is excellent.
I painted in a studio decades ago and we cleaned our oil paint brushes with bars of Ivory soap. I returned to painting last year and took a few classes with teachers of the earlier studio's lineage and they're still using Ivory soap. It takes a long time, though, for each brush.
As always a very useful and informative video Andrew. I use a brush soap followed by a hair conditioner which I do not use. I have also used a washing up liquid followed by a hair conditioner and the brushes keep a way shape.
Murphy’s oil soap, works wonders on even brushes that have not been clean well and hardened. My aunt had died and I inherited her oil supplies and I cleaned up and softened most of her brushes with the oil soap.
i am new in painting & it will be very helpful if you show the different brush results on canvas along with their make so we can buy those brushes ,thanks
You are such a wonderful artist and teacher. Your videos are so easy to understand. I have always wondered which brushes to use and about the correct way to clean brushes. I was told years ago that hand cleaner-(generally used for mechanics was a good brush cleaner.) I used to use that but lately have switched to dish soap as you explained. For my paint solvent I have been using odorless-the one I have is thick like buttermilk-I am not real happy with it-because you can not pour off like you show-it is too thick. So I end up using a lot. I have done some brush trimming too and felt that I may be silly for doing so-but what ever works for each persons style is all that matters. Thank you for being so down to earth and helpful in many ways. Can't wait to try some of your advice. THANK YOU and HAPPY PAINTING.
I really enjoy your videos. You present valuable information in a cohesive manner and I find your explanations and reasoning behind them interesting and very helpful. I’ve been encouraged to explore more techniques, materials and subjects. This was one of the best explanations regarding mediums, their composition, purpose and ways to use them. Thank you!
Brilliant and helpful as usual. I had to smile when you started your 3 jar thingy with the turps as that is what I have been doing for years too, it's good to know I am on the right page. I have never used a brush conditioner just the washing up liquid and if it helps anyone out there to know- I still have 15yr old synthetic brushes from pro arte that are almost as good as they were when I first got them, just by using this method of cleaning.
Hey Andrew, Hope you and Rachel n family are doing well, and staying safe during this awful Pandemic that is messing with our world. I just watched your video on how to clean out brushes and true to form Andrew, you are as always, an impeccable and talented art tutor. As you know mate, I really love your methodological approach, not only to your painting tutorials, but also to your tuition. The amount of detail you offer and the depths you reach when sharing and explaining things is absolutely phenomenal. You are amazing and energetic in all that you do and say. Your artistic style is equally phenomenal and so photo realistic in the process. I am sure that most people watching your videos and following your style are equally eternally grateful to you Andrew. As always, best wishes n warmest regards. Paul from England, UK.
Very nice, I have started modifying some brushes in the way you suggest as well. For cleaning in turps (actually I use OMS), I also use a wide-mouth jar like you do, but I got a tin can (I think it was originally tuna or pineapple chunks) that fit inside the jar. After taking the top off with a tin opener (and eating the contents!) I turned it upside down and knocked some holes in the bottom with a largish nail and hammer so that the sharp edges are pointing into the inside of the can. Then put the can into the solvent filling so that about 1" of solvent is above the top of the tin. That way the paint accumulates at the bottom of the jar but my brush is up above it out of the muck. I don't need to change the solvent very often. I see that in comments below some have talked about using baby oil, but you do need to be careful to get it out of the brush before using it again, I would say. This is not a drying oil, so if it gets into the paint film it will never polymerise and bind with the drying oils (linseed, or in your case safflower). Really love your paintings, Andrew, and your informative channel. Your South West Seascape video was great, I'll be back for the others.
After watching this video, I jumped on the internet and visited the Rosemary & Co. I ordered the "Andrew Tischler starter set(?) And the 2 pack of Ivory Daggers (3/8, 1/4). They came in last week and I haven't stopped! I love the 1" The Tisch brush! I will be revisiting Rosemary & Co soon!
I am so happy I found your channel! I have a BFA from the University of North Texas. I attended college in the 70-80s. As a child, I loved painting. I would rather paint than anything else. Then when I studied in college my college professors told me that painting realistically wasn't art. That the age of photography is now the way of doing that and painting should be ART. So, I changed my major to a BFA in metals, and have been doing metalsmithing for over 45 years. I have missed painting, and now that gold and silver are part of the stock market and it's become too expensive to create with. After seeing your video of the ocean waves, and the light reflecting through the waves, I decided to pick up the brush again. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge.
I took up your suggestion and bought your recommended set of Landscape brushes from Rosemary. You are right, Rosemary is a class act and I love the brushes. I did not mind the cost because I take care of my brushes. I am still using my Grumbacher oil bristle brushes I bought 50 years ago. OBTW, The Masters Brush Cleaner and Preserver restored my Grumbachers like they are new. Mark
Thank you! Great video! Using brushes has been more of a trial and error exercise for me. Eventually I realized it also depends on consistency of paint. Your video brings more clarity to this madness.
Have you ever thought of filtering your solvents? You can get some decent mileage out of them. I don't know what your consumption rate is but if it's fairly high it can pay off. A fairly inexpensive tank/pump system can be cobbled together using pex tubing and home filters (3 to 30 microns).
Hi Andrew I was an Architectural Delineator for many years. I love watching your videos I was taking figure skating lessons and got involved in magic, but painting has been my first love. Unfortunately in 2002 I suffered a brain bleed and almost died as a result, now I have been diagnosed with glaucoma and Parkinson's which effectively ended my painting career, maybe I just need to keep at it and see what happens.Who knows maybe something good will evolve.
Larry, I to had a change in health issues. I lost 90 percent lung capacity. It's tough. I was given 3-6 months to live. That was 10 years ago. I paint most days. I earned an advanced degree in painting 4 yrs ago. No two people are alike, but I would say try to do what you love if at all you can. Don't let others close the door, no matter.
Thank you again so much insight and direction in care of my brushes and science behind the works. I've learned so much from your videos. I appreciate all the information you have given out.
When I first started oil painting an established artist showed me to just put dish liquid in the palm of my hand and move the brush around in it. Rinse under the cold water tap then repeat. Not knowing any other way ive been doing that for many years. Just saying in case you do not want to use solvents. It is still good to know how someone's art that I admire so much does his oil painting and as always I find you very informative and a good teacher. Keep up the brilliant work. :)
I do the same with a cheaper brush bar soap, grated and molded with some heat and water into the old masters brush soap tub i bought years ago. Once it sets up it's like a new tub of brush soap at a fraction of the price. I clean out my brush with a paper towel or rag first, then use the soap. Haven't used solvent in ages and my brushes get super clean and conditioned every time. Using solvents to clean is pointless now.
I am just a beginner - but when I am done with a brush, I soak it in a little Schmincke medium that is used to turn regular oils to water mixable oils and then I just use water and soap to clean the brushes - do not have to touch turps at all.
I have bought the brushes set by Rosemarie and Co. They look very nice. Thanks for the tip. Now i going to try them. Love you’re work, especially the portraits
Hi there a brilliant tutorial on brushes and the cleaning of them! I stopped painting with oils and went on to acrylic! Simply because I was using soo much cleaner I used Bob Ross as I hate the smell of turps. But after watching this I'm going to be starting using my oil paints. Thank you .oh and I've subscribed to your channel. Regards from England.😍👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
I don't us turps to clean my brushes at all. I just use Palmolive soap in the palm of my hand and scrub it under the warm water, and it cleans and conditions the brushes perfectly. I may change dish soaps because Palmolive is smelling a bit weird these days.
I clean my brushes with oil first and rub them on dump white soap after. Wash and dry them with paper towel. It helped me each time, It kept my brushes soft.
Thank you so much for this wonderful video. You are a fantastic teacher - so organized and clear, plus I love the way you talk. I'll be watching MUCH more of your helpful videos. I live in Montana, and there is a shortage of instruction and supplies. The reference to Rosemary Brushes is the 2nd time I've heard that and will check it out immediately. You are so kind to share your techniques and I will be trying out some of these brushes and the "system" you use. Thanks for the inspiration!! My new favorite teacher....Peace from the Rockies - Hands across the Ocean man. Trish Wild
@andrewtischlerart We are long overdue another version of this video! Definitely with your series of brushes, and new cleaning tutorial - I have a weird feeling things have changed ;)
Good vid Andrew, I basically use the same method as you for cleaning my brushes but the way you use the three jars and recycle your turps, that's a goodie which I will take on. Nice run through on the brushes to, never to old to learn something new hey!
gday andrew...great tips as usual mate. i have been taking good care of my extremely expensive signwriting brushes for nearly 40 years now. i honestly still have some pure sable brushes from back then and they are still in great condition. i also recycle my turps as you suggested but i use home brand ''vasoline'' gel after ive cleaned them to keep them conditioned and also stop the air drying them out. (home brand because its cheapest) and if i run out of that ive used axle grease and it works just as well. oh, and after ive cleaned them i spin the brushes vigorously between my hands to clean out the excess turps before i grease the brushes. (sort of like starting a fire with a stick. haha). best wishes shedz
Andrew, I just happened to stumble onto your channel today. OMG I have learned more watching 3 episodes than I ever have. You sir, are one hell of a teacher! Thank you!!!
When paint gets dried on the pallet, there are two easy fixes: 1) use oven-cleaner spray. 2) place Weber Turpenoid Natural on the paint. As it softens, remove and reapply. Works better in a warm place. For this reason, I will never paint with it. I placed some on a canvas once, and the paint came up, and the gesso turned spongy and would not flatten back out.
Thanks Andrew. Great video as always! I've enjoyed watching all of your videos and these quick clips are a great way to break down the painting process. I love ❤❤❤ my Rosemary and Co brushes! You should develop a set with them! Since you give so much here's my tip for you. 🎁After I clean my brushes , I always keep them horizontal (never upright) for a day or two so that I keep the ferrule as dry as possible. This helps to extend the life of the brush. If I'm painting over several days I'll dip them in oil at the end of the session and lay them on a makeshift stand that keeps them on a slight downward slope so the ferrule stays dry. Thanks again for bringing your generous artists knowledge to the masses. Cheers!
Sharon Elizabeth I second your process. I too use oil (bit more in beginning of cleaning process, not just end) I also use Chelsea lavender oil soap to clean. You bring up a huge life saver, angling the brush down to dry. I’d add to wash the brush in only warm, not hot water otherwise you melt the glue keeping the hairs stable in the ferrule.
Dear Andrew, No words for your caliber in oil painting and arts!! I most often see your videos and it gives my energy to work more whenever I get frustrated with my oil portraiture. This is my keen interest to grow in portraiture. Can you please share knowledge on the oil consistency in three different stages and when to use fat oil? I wish if I would have shared my portraits and get some comments to improve. With Love and Regards, Manish.
3.1.2021 Thank you Andrew as a newbie to art I found this video most enlightening and have noted and will now adopt all the procedures you have outlined. Also have looked at the Rosemary and Co brushes - particularly the Tish brushes and have an order pending. Thanks for all the care and clear information you always give out. See you on your Patreon channel for more interesting and fun filled shows. Happy New Year. Jan of Perth, Western Australia.
I clean my oil brushes with cheap sunflower oil; give them a wipe with baby wipes and then final clean with washing up liquid. Works a treat and totally non-toxic. I wear gloves as well.
Hi Andrew . so glad that I found you on you tube, you`r an amazing teacher... I do the same procedure when I clean my brushes ,in the final stage when I use soap and water i find that they tend to clog and harden at the base,So recently instead of soap I give them a final rinse in baby oil until I use them again.
Good, clear, easy to follow information! I do a similar final step in cleaning but with shampoo with a bit of hair conditioner which seems to work well.
Your brush info was helpful. Thank you, Andrew. Even though you did "show" the use of a couple brushes, I, also, would like to see more since there are such a variety of brushes. I, myself, am learning by experimenting with brushes and make wonderful mark discoveries. :) Like the brush cleaning options too.
Hey Andrew!
I went to art school when i was 19, through the years i lost touch, engaged in other careers and now i am retired at 65. I thought i'd lost the inspiration, motivation and drive to ever again pick up a brush. I'd thought i lost what God gave me, but your videos have thawed the ice, and now once again, i am painting and have learned so much from your techniques. You are kind to share your abilities and you have impacted lives. Thank You.
Aw I’m so glad to hear that you started painting again.Wish you all the best
Picked up a brush for the first time at 65.Andrew has been my 'go to' for instruction. He covers the subject well, and has the skill to back up his lessons. I do portraits. Because its hard. Working hard to hopefully stave off cognition problems, learning to do things I've never done before.
Vicki Kendall aw wish you all the best ❤️
We can do painting at any age sir.
En efecto, recuerda cuántos grandes maestros han pintado hasta los 80 y 90. Al final, el límite lo impone nuestra vista, incluso Monet siguió trabajando (con grandes dosis de frustración, eso sí) cuando tuvo problemas serios de vista.
Entiendo que la mente va cambiando con la edad, tengo 48 y ya soy consciente de ello. Pero pienso que la experiencia nos aporta algo que sustituye a la pasión (a veces inconsciente) de la juventud. Solo encuentra lo que te apasiona, por que la simple busqueda es apasionante en si misma.
Ánimo. Te envío saludos cordiales desde España.
For anyone who wants to stay non-toxic, you can use safflower or walnut (or any) oil to get the paint out of brushes and then wash with Masters Artist Soap or dish soap. Oil seems to work just as well as turp, and can be recycled the same way.
Yes, I even use sunflower oil sometimes. Afterwards I clean them with washing up liquid or olive soap (that square block, great for brushes) to get rid of the oil. Fast solves fat method.
Good point. I go with Safflower (way cheaper than walnut oil) for short-term cleaning, then Masters Soap every so often for a deeper cleaning.
Great point about recycling turp! I use a similar method, but run the turp through a paper coffee filter while pouring into the jar. Catches a lot of the dirty turp.
Thats such helpful advice! Sometimes when i try to pour it in to a new jar, it inevitably gets muddy again. Thank you!
I use odorless paint thinner, which is not cheap. I think I'll try your idea today, as I'm tired of wasting that tiny amount of thinner due to the fact that it's gone funky. Thanks for the tidbit.
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I use hair conditioner for my brushes for years,works a treat and have no problems using it..Cheap too
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Gotta try that, thanks
Yes, that is a good idea. Thanks for sharing.
Wow, I've been painting since 1983 and have never once thought of using hair conditioner... THANK YOU! It makes perfect sense now that you brought it up!
I thought about that but never tried it out
On the subject of the toxicity of solvents like turpentine/Turpenoid/Gamsol:
I use about one cup of solvent per year !
I add some to my medium and I keep that in a small plastic squeeze bottle.
But I don't use solvent in the conventional way to clean paint away.
We are taught to remove all paint from our brushes.
Otherwise, the paint will dry and make the bristles stiff or cause the brush to lose its shape.
This is true ONLY if we allow the paint on the brush to dry !!
I keep my brushes from drying out between sessions.
That way, I never have to use solvent !
Here is what I do:
Treating oil paint brushes after use without solvent:
Steps:
1. After painting, wipe as much paint as you can from your brush onto a cloth or paper towel.(kitchen roll in the U.K.)
2.. Dip brush into a mixture of clove oil and artist grade safflower oil - 1/2 ounce bottle of clove oil into 8 oz. bottle of safflower oil.
Do Not Swirl the brush around ..just dip it in and lift it out.
3. Set brush aside until your next painting session. It will stay pliable for a few weeks.
If you go longer without using your brushes, re-dip into the clove/safflower mix.
4. When ready to use the brush, wipe off the oil residue.
Your brush will be moist and flexible.
You can put some medium onto the brush and wipe it off to remove any of the earlier color that might remain.
Note: use only artist grade safflower oil.
It is usually available in art supply stores.
The cooking oil you buy in the market is not suitable.
Clove oil can be found online.
Walmart / Walgreens etc. ( USA ) carry clove oil.
Once you have your few supplies and get accustomed to treating your brushes this way, you will be SO GLAD that you have dramatically reduced your use of toxic solvents!
I have been treating my brushes like this for years and it keeps their bristles in good condition.
Also... sometimes things, other than brushes, with paint on them need to be cleaned.
It is OIL paint. You can remove the oil easily with the one product that has been formulated to remove grease.
Liquid dish soap !
But only DAWN will do a good job.
It is the best dish soap by far.
Clean your hands. Wipe down surfaces.
For paint on cloth: apply full strength and gently brush while rinsing in cool water can often remove paint.
I have even washed wet paint off a canvas that wasn't working with Dawn, warm water and a hard scrub brush.
You never have to clean with harsh toxic solvent again.
And with your method: how can I follow the fat over lean rule when I don't use solvent (Terpentine or what ever)?
@@Chris-gp2ft ..Personally, I don't concern myself much with layers. But if you use a medium ( 1/2 linseed oil 1/2 solvent ) in the early. preliminary stages and then use no medium at all toward the end, you will never have a thinner ( more diluted ) layer over a fatter one.
Remember I said:
I use about one cup of solvent per year !
I add some to my medium and I keep that in a small plastic squeeze bottle.
Wow! I never realized how helpful Dawn is in the studio! Thanks!
@@Chris-gp2ft As you might know, many alla prima artists never need to use turps. Plus there are less toxic solvents and thinners than turps -- you might check out Sennellier's Green for Oil line (or Zest-It is terrific, if you're in the UK). I haven't used turpentine in months thanks to those companies. Happy (and less toxic/More environmentally friendly ) painting!
Thanks Renzo! For those in the EU, I like to order my clove oil from this German spice company. They're experts.
wuerzteufel.de/eng_707/Essential-oils-Clove-flower-oil-3-12-2-65
Just found you yesterday. I have started painting with oil colore just a week ago and I am glad for people like you who share their knowlage. Thank you very much.
Thank you so much Andrew! Just started oil painting (at 60) and am really enjoying your very practical and easy to watch tutorials. There is so much to learn and consider when painting with oils, however, I think that t he journey will be worth it.
One of the "BEST" videos on brush selection and care I've seen. Primo! Thanks, Andrew, for taking the time to share your expertise!
I have been a casual painter for over 50 years and research any and all available tutorials and books on oil painting. This video has taught me more about brushes and their use and care than I have gleaned from all previous experience. Excellent video. Subscribed and liked.👍
I have been a professional artist for almost 40 years. This is new to me. I was taught that after using in oils, clean the brush and oil it well with a good brush oil then lay it flat in a tray with the handle slightly elevated. It has worked well for me, I have quite a few good quality brushes that are 35 years old and still working well. Your a wonderful artist and your videos are well done and very educational.
You obviously treat your brushes like gold! My hat's off to you! What kind of oil do you use? No soap and water at all?
@@amysbees6686 . I started off 38 years ago as a sign painter, hand lettering and worked that into commercial art, and then marketing. I have about 7 or 8 squirrel hair brushes ( made with long Russian squirrel hairs) that are as old as my business, so they are, yep, 38 years old. They have never been washed in soap and water, just thinner and then oiled. A couple are gettin a bit thin on hairs from the years of use, but they still letter ok. I keep two jars similar to the video, one dirty for initial rinse, and a clean(er) thinner. Even the thinner I use has a good quantity of oil in it because I have had it for a dozen years and the oil makes the thinner feel 'smooth'. New thinner is very harsh so I add only a teaspoon or two to the cleaner jars every once in a while. I never use new thinner. The oil I use is a mix of Sapphire Brush oil (which I guess you cannot buy any longer, its about 30 years old too, good thing I bought a couple cans back in the day) and plain detergent 10/40 motor oil. After rinsing the brushes and lightly squeezing the hairs dryish on a paper towel, I use about 3 or 4 drops of the oil and palette the oil into the brush making sure the heel is saturated a little. Shape the hairs with your fingers, lay the brush with the handle slightly elevated so the oils don't come up inside the ferrule to far...done.
@@meacenastiberius9438 your experience with brushes exemplary, and you know all the professional secrets to keeping one's brushes in top condition! Thank you!
This is the 2nd video I've watched of yours and they are brilliant, wish I had a smidgeon of your talent, I am a pensioner who started painting in my retirement, I've just picked up tips from videos such as yours and attended a couple of classes and have done some reasonably nice paintings, my family and friends are so impressed with me - I'm impressed with me, I never knew I had it in me. I probably don't do a lot of things correctly and go about things the long way round but I'm learning every time I watch your video, so thank you so much.
Hello Andrew, I'm a recent subscriber, and one of the reasons I subbed is your presentation style. Your content is obviously well thought out and planned. I admire your skills of articulating your knowledge, experience and passion in a concise, direct, simplified manner while simultaneously making it interesting and light-hearted. Thank you for staying on topic!!! That's what I appreciate the most, and it's a skill many UA-camrs can learn from your example. Your masterful execution of public speaking keeps your audience engaged AND informed. Thanks so much for your time and effort in creating valuable instructional content. Looking forward to learning more from you!
Great video Andrew. Glad your for promoting cleaning and caring for your brushes. It's an important discipline to keep in the studio. So thanks.
Just recently found your videos and love your manner and calm manner ! New to oils - have painted with acrylics for 20+ years and your postings are so easy to follow and understand. You portrait pieces are so well constructed and easy to follow the process. of building the colors that seem so extreme at first until you follow the process to see how the colors build. Thanks for sharing your amazing talent ! You are a great teacher !!!!!
I love the tip about trimming the fan brushes. I did a similar thing on a size 18 bright Escoda which had got fat, and trimmed a good 2/3 of it so it had a beautiful wide fine edge.
Again a very important base class to reach the highest goals of a professional in any area.
Thanks Andrew
I actually never thought of cutting off some hairs on my brushes, but that makes so much sense! I am going to do that right now, thank you so much for the tips. You’re amazing!
I'm with Matt. Your clarity of both expression and thinking place your experience and technique easily within the grasp of your audience. My one regret is that I stumbled onto you and your artwork only comparatively recently. Stunning stuff.
i am amazed and grateful for your thoroughness and great ability to cover the details , to talk about painting . I started painting a few months ago , while living in the mountains of Thailand . I NOW cannot sleep ,because i am either staring at my paintings or , planning the next one . Thanks for all your help . Hope to chat with you , Rob . Thailand .
Andrew, you talk in your videos like a friend. Its great and relatable that way. As for process'i use a variation of the grisaille and detail underdrawings before a final painting. Even though this increases my time to work, I find if my underdrawing is tight and finished, it eliminates my guess work even if I use a veil or other techniques. Thank you for your channel and please dont stop. You make great videos, and I support a fellow artist from across the pond.
I wash my brushes with a little turps/linseed oil mix then dry on paper towel then wash in a little baby oil, then dry on paper towel. I got this tip from a English painter, very few fumes , brushes always good to use afterwards, thank you for your tips, much appreciated ,
Thank you so much, Andrew for these videos! I just found them and they are fantastic. Just what I've been looking for. I've been a graphic designer for over 40 years (BFA in graphic design and fine art in 1978). It's been quite a while since I painted and my fine art endeavors have mostly been with pencil and colored pencil in recent years. I will be retiring soon and I'm itching to get back into painting. I love Mike Swift's phrase below: "your videos have thawed the ice!"
Hi Andrew, 15:22 re cleaning brushes, I use Bob Ross thinner, for I opine it has virtually no odour that I can detect. I store it in coffee jars; to avoid wastage, instead of letting it settle, I put a funnel into a larger jar plus about 3 coffee filters which fit a funnel nicely; with the lid on, I shake it and pour the contents into the filters and this seems to produce clean thinner; a quick rub round with kitchen paper and the former jar is clean enough to have the decanted cleaned thinner back in it, ready for further use. Thanks for the very instructive and easy to listen to, brush use video, regards, Joe.
I have started oil painting again and it is all because of your videos. Your style suits me very well and I draw great confidence from your tutorials
I like to read some of the comments that many of your followers write to express their gratitude for your beautiful work and excellent teaching ability! Well please include me in with all those followers because I love all your videos also . I'm a pastelist that renders portraits of horses and dogs but would like to get into oils, I'm 87 years old, I've been working in pastels for over 40 years but would love to get into working in oils and you are a greatest inspiration. Thank you Andrew ,we have been blessed with your wonderful talent and articulate teaching ability.
Thank you for sharing your knowledge & technique! As a homeschool Mom, I have little time for art school. I am very grateful for great UA-cam teachers!!
Andrew your videos are some of the best I've seen. you're so knowledgeable and you make it easier to understand. I take my hat off to you sir. thank you. please keep them coming. p.s. I would love to see stuff on under painting and blocking in as well a values.
Ah ha! You are going to love next week's episode then. Subscribe and stay tuned! :)
Thanks a lot .
Matt Hassin
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Ty didn’t know I could use synthetic brushes for certain parts of the painting process!! U r my go to guy for info-I am a beginner!!! Love ur vids, easy to understand and thorough! Tks again!
thanks for the brush use description. and great tutorial for brush trimming as well. I have had chemical sensitivities for years and so am not able to have any solvents in the studio. I've used many brush cleaning systems with varying results, but have just started using Murphy's oil soap with great success. It cleans even the toughest pigments and conditions leaving brushes quite pliable. It even brings back neglected and stiff brushes. Stay painting and stay healthy!
Agreed, thanks for the comment Lori. I can't use solvent in the studio either. Only when making a video!
Lori.... See my comment about brush cleaning and the use of solvents.
@@AndrewTischlerArt Dear Andrew, thanks so much for the video, I too have sever allergies and cannot use solvent, and recently found out that oil primer is also incredibly toxic. I normally use langridge oil primer. Is there anything that you use? Or any way of making this stage less toxic? Thank you, best Martha
Marvelous and great tips! Too much helpful. Thanks for it. Very nice video production. Great work!
Wow! Everything I need to have on brushes. I was becoming frustrated with some of my efforts. Now I can take my time,and,absorb some of your information. I cannot paint at the moment having had surgery on both hands a couple of weeks ago,but,your videos gives me something to occupy my mind while the healing process takes place. Your presentation is excellent.
I painted in a studio decades ago and we cleaned our oil paint brushes with bars of Ivory soap. I returned to painting last year and took a few classes with teachers of the earlier studio's lineage and they're still using Ivory soap. It takes a long time, though, for each brush.
As always a very useful and informative video Andrew. I use a brush soap followed by a hair conditioner which I do not use. I have also used a washing up liquid followed by a hair conditioner and the brushes keep a way shape.
Murphy’s oil soap, works wonders on even brushes that have not been clean well and hardened. My aunt had died and I inherited her oil supplies and I cleaned up and softened most of her brushes with the oil soap.
Could you make a video showing what type of brush you use for different results by using them on canvas so we can see the effect? Would help so much!
i am new in painting & it will be very helpful if you show the different brush results on canvas along with their make so we can buy those brushes ,thanks
You are such a wonderful artist and teacher. Your videos are so easy to understand. I have always wondered which brushes to use and about the correct way to clean brushes. I was told years ago that hand cleaner-(generally used for mechanics was a good brush cleaner.) I used to use that but lately have switched to dish soap as you explained. For my paint solvent I have been using odorless-the one I have is thick like buttermilk-I am not real happy with it-because you can not pour off like you show-it is too thick. So I end up using a lot. I have done some brush trimming too and felt that I may be silly for doing so-but what ever works for each persons style is all that matters. Thank you for being so down to earth and helpful in many ways. Can't wait to try some of your advice. THANK YOU and HAPPY PAINTING.
I really enjoy your videos. You present valuable information in a cohesive manner and I find your explanations and reasoning behind them interesting and very helpful. I’ve been encouraged to explore more techniques, materials and subjects. This was one of the best explanations regarding mediums, their composition, purpose and ways to use them. Thank you!
you are a down to earth master, and crystal clear teacher.
Wow, thanks Dom! I appreciate that. :)
Nice and easy tips for using and upkeep of brushes. Excellent.
Brilliant and helpful as usual. I had to smile when you started your 3 jar thingy with the turps as that is what I have been doing for years too, it's good to know I am on the right page. I have never used a brush conditioner just the washing up liquid and if it helps anyone out there to know- I still have 15yr old synthetic brushes from pro arte that are almost as good as they were when I first got them, just by using this method of cleaning.
Hey Diane, great minds think alike eh?
Hey Andrew, Hope you and Rachel n family are doing well, and staying safe during this awful Pandemic that is messing with our world. I just watched your video on how to clean out brushes and true to form Andrew, you are as always, an impeccable and talented art tutor. As you know mate, I really love your methodological approach, not only to your painting tutorials, but also to your tuition. The amount of detail you offer and the depths you reach when sharing and explaining things is absolutely phenomenal. You are amazing and energetic in all that you do and say. Your artistic style is equally phenomenal and so photo realistic in the process. I am sure that most people watching your videos and following your style are equally eternally grateful to you Andrew. As always, best wishes n warmest regards.
Paul from England, UK.
Very nice, I have started modifying some brushes in the way you suggest as well. For cleaning in turps (actually I use OMS), I also use a wide-mouth jar like you do, but I got a tin can (I think it was originally tuna or pineapple chunks) that fit inside the jar. After taking the top off with a tin opener (and eating the contents!) I turned it upside down and knocked some holes in the bottom with a largish nail and hammer so that the sharp edges are pointing into the inside of the can. Then put the can into the solvent filling so that about 1" of solvent is above the top of the tin. That way the paint accumulates at the bottom of the jar but my brush is up above it out of the muck. I don't need to change the solvent very often.
I see that in comments below some have talked about using baby oil, but you do need to be careful to get it out of the brush before using it again, I would say. This is not a drying oil, so if it gets into the paint film it will never polymerise and bind with the drying oils (linseed, or in your case safflower).
Really love your paintings, Andrew, and your informative channel. Your South West Seascape video was great, I'll be back for the others.
After watching this video, I jumped on the internet and visited the Rosemary & Co. I ordered the "Andrew Tischler starter set(?) And the 2 pack of Ivory Daggers (3/8, 1/4). They came in last week and I haven't stopped! I love the 1" The Tisch brush! I will be revisiting Rosemary & Co soon!
Muchas gracias Andew. So clear and nice !
I am so happy I found your channel! I have a BFA from the University of North Texas. I attended college in the 70-80s. As a child, I loved painting. I would rather paint than anything else. Then when I studied in college my college professors told me that painting realistically wasn't art. That the age of photography is now the way of doing that and painting should be ART. So, I changed my major to a BFA in metals, and have been doing metalsmithing for over 45 years. I have missed painting, and now that gold and silver are part of the stock market and it's become too expensive to create with. After seeing your video of the ocean waves, and the light reflecting through the waves, I decided to pick up the brush again. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge.
I took up your suggestion and bought your recommended set of Landscape brushes from Rosemary. You are right, Rosemary is a class act and I love the brushes. I did not mind the cost because I take care of my brushes. I am still using my Grumbacher oil bristle brushes I bought 50 years ago. OBTW, The Masters Brush Cleaner and Preserver restored my Grumbachers like they are new. Mark
This is the artist I’ve been following for Two years
Sir, you are a blessing for every aspring arist, greetings from a young french student.
Je tombe sur lui aujourd'hui et franchement...wao...
use Ecco House instead of turp, it's non-toxic. after I use Murphys Oil soap and they come out super clean.
It's still toxic. All brusher cleaners are toxic. It's just milder. The company even said so.
@@Jecht1221 .
Thank you! Great video! Using brushes has been more of a trial and error exercise for me. Eventually I realized it also depends on consistency of paint. Your video brings more clarity to this madness.
Glad to help Saeed!
I’m so happy, just received my Andrews tischler deluxe set of rosemary brush set yesterday and trying them out today!
Hope you enjoy them!
Thank you for this fantastic video Andrew......beautifully done.!!!!
Have you ever thought of filtering your solvents? You can get some decent mileage out of them. I don't know what your consumption rate is but if it's fairly high it can pay off. A fairly inexpensive tank/pump system can be cobbled together using pex tubing and home filters (3 to 30 microns).
Another very informative and useful video Andrew. Many many thanks and I can't wait for your next video.
Your studio makes my mouth water.
Wonderful videos. I use a flower frog in the bottom of the brush cleaning jar to help the cleaning process along.
Hi Andrew
I was an Architectural Delineator for many years.
I love watching your videos
I was taking figure skating lessons and got involved in magic, but painting has been my first love.
Unfortunately in 2002 I suffered a brain bleed and almost died as a result, now I have been diagnosed with
glaucoma and Parkinson's which effectively ended my painting career, maybe I just need to keep at it and see what happens.Who knows maybe something good will evolve.
Larry, I to had a change in health issues. I lost 90 percent lung capacity. It's tough. I was given 3-6 months to live. That was 10 years ago.
I paint most days. I earned an advanced degree in painting 4 yrs ago.
No two people are alike, but I would say try to do what you love if at all you can. Don't let others close the door, no matter.
Thank you again so much insight and direction in care of my brushes and science behind the works. I've learned so much from your videos. I appreciate all the information you have given out.
When I first started oil painting an established artist showed me to just put dish liquid in the palm of my hand and move the brush around in it. Rinse under the cold water tap then repeat. Not knowing any other way ive been doing that for many years. Just saying in case you do not want to use solvents. It is still good to know how someone's art that I admire so much does his oil painting and as always I find you very informative and a good teacher. Keep up the brilliant work. :)
I do the same with a cheaper brush bar soap, grated and molded with some heat and water into the old masters brush soap tub i bought years ago. Once it sets up it's like a new tub of brush soap at a fraction of the price. I clean out my brush with a paper towel or rag first, then use the soap. Haven't used solvent in ages and my brushes get super clean and conditioned every time. Using solvents to clean is pointless now.
Not a good idea to clean brushes on palm of your hand if you are using cadium,cobalt paints which are toxic
I am just a beginner - but when I am done with a brush, I soak it in a little Schmincke medium that is used to turn regular oils to water mixable oils and then I just use water and soap to clean the brushes - do not have to touch turps at all.
Andrew the Best concise lectures on brushes, cleaning & maintenance George Zindilis
Great clip. I've switched to Chroma brush cleaner with great results and no fumes. Relatively cheap and easily available.
I have heard Chroma brush cleaner is very good!
I have bought the brushes set by Rosemarie and Co. They look very nice. Thanks for the tip.
Now i going to try them. Love you’re work, especially the portraits
Hi there a brilliant tutorial on brushes and the cleaning of them! I stopped painting with oils and went on to acrylic! Simply because I was using soo much cleaner I used Bob Ross as I hate the smell of turps. But after watching this I'm going to be starting using my oil paints. Thank you .oh and I've subscribed to your channel. Regards from England.😍👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
YOU ARE A GREAT TEACHER!!! Blessings from Austria!
I don't us turps to clean my brushes at all. I just use Palmolive soap in the palm of my hand and scrub it under the warm water, and it cleans and conditions the brushes perfectly. I may change dish soaps because Palmolive is smelling a bit weird these days.
I clean my brushes with oil first and rub them on dump white soap after. Wash and dry them with paper towel. It helped me each time, It kept my brushes soft.
Thank you Andrew. This was very timely and educational.
Thank you so much for this wonderful video. You are a fantastic teacher - so organized and clear, plus I love the way you talk. I'll be watching MUCH more of your helpful videos. I live in Montana, and there is a shortage of instruction and supplies. The reference to Rosemary Brushes is the 2nd time I've heard that and will check it out immediately. You are so kind to share your techniques and I will be trying out some of these brushes and the "system" you use. Thanks for the inspiration!! My new favorite teacher....Peace from the Rockies - Hands across the Ocean man. Trish Wild
@andrewtischlerart We are long overdue another version of this video! Definitely with your series of brushes, and new cleaning tutorial - I have a weird feeling things have changed ;)
Good vid Andrew, I basically use the same method as you for cleaning my brushes but the way you use the three jars and recycle your turps, that's a goodie which I will take on. Nice run through on the brushes to, never to old to learn something new hey!
Not at all, never too late to learn! Cheers Shane! :)
I think that taklon flat with dark blue handle is Mont Marte (for oil), I have one and it is so good, mid between golden taklon and bristle brush.
Hi Andrew. Could you please explain how do you maintain you brushes while painting? Immediately you clean them after using each brush ?
This is the first time I watched your vedio. Being n Artist n portrait painter myself I must say i learned a lot today.
Very impressive. Thanks.
Thank you for making this video Andrew, classy, informative and inspiring! :)
gday andrew...great tips as usual mate.
i have been taking good care of my extremely expensive signwriting brushes for nearly 40 years now. i honestly still have some pure sable brushes from back then and they are still in great condition. i also recycle my turps as you suggested but i use home brand ''vasoline'' gel after ive cleaned them to keep them conditioned and also stop the air drying them out. (home brand because its cheapest) and if i run out of that ive used axle grease and it works just as well. oh, and after ive cleaned them i spin the brushes vigorously between my hands to clean out the excess turps before i grease the brushes. (sort of like starting a fire with a stick. haha).
best wishes
shedz
Thanks for the vasoline gel trick Ian. How do you get it out? Soap and water?
Andrew, I just happened to stumble onto your channel today. OMG I have learned more watching 3 episodes than I ever have. You sir, are one hell of a teacher! Thank you!!!
Hi Andrew I watched your video again and found it very informative . I liked the tips you gave and shall follow them thank you very much 🙏🙏🙏
Very informative - thanks! (We use baby oil in stead of the brush conditioner 😊)
Great video thank you very much . You are a very good painter. Highly impressed with your work .
When paint gets dried on the pallet, there are two easy fixes: 1) use oven-cleaner spray. 2) place Weber Turpenoid Natural on the paint. As it softens, remove and reapply. Works better in a warm place. For this reason, I will never paint with it. I placed some on a canvas once, and the paint came up, and the gesso turned spongy and would not flatten back out.
Just starting to paint and this was super helpful since I have been out of the game for 10 years..
Very useful and informative Andrew. I enjoyed watching your video. Thank you for sharing your wonderful skills and knowledge.
Thank you Andrew, the amount of brushes I throw out is staggering!
Much appreciated :)
Love these quick clips. Always a wealth of information from someone who knows.
Thanks heaps Kev! :)
So helpful great clear info thankyou
Thanks Andrew. Great video as always! I've enjoyed watching all of your videos and these quick clips are a great way to break down the painting process. I love ❤❤❤ my Rosemary and Co brushes! You should develop a set with them! Since you give so much here's my tip for you. 🎁After I clean my brushes , I always keep them horizontal (never upright) for a day or two so that I keep the ferrule as dry as possible. This helps to extend the life of the brush. If I'm painting over several days I'll dip them in oil at the end of the session and lay them on a makeshift stand that keeps them on a slight downward slope so the ferrule stays dry. Thanks again for bringing your generous artists knowledge to the masses. Cheers!
Thanks Sharon, that is an excellent tip!
Sharon Elizabeth I second your process. I too use oil (bit more in beginning of cleaning process, not just end) I also use Chelsea lavender oil soap to clean. You bring up a huge life saver, angling the brush down to dry. I’d add to wash the brush in only warm, not hot water otherwise you melt the glue keeping the hairs stable in the ferrule.
Thank you Andrew: After I clean my brushes with turps I just use plain Sunlight laundry soap. It works well
Thanks for all the help, Andrew.
nice video indeed I live in Holland so been brought up with paintings but nice to see a good artist !
Dear Andrew, No words for your caliber in oil painting and arts!! I most often see your videos and it gives my energy to work more whenever I get frustrated with my oil portraiture. This is my keen interest to grow in portraiture. Can you please share knowledge on the oil consistency in three different stages and when to use fat oil? I wish if I would have shared my portraits and get some comments to improve.
With Love and Regards,
Manish.
3.1.2021 Thank you Andrew as a newbie to art I found this video most enlightening and have noted and will now adopt all the procedures you have outlined. Also have looked at the Rosemary and Co brushes - particularly the Tish brushes and have an order pending. Thanks for all the care and clear information you always give out. See you on your Patreon channel for more interesting and fun filled shows. Happy New Year. Jan of Perth, Western Australia.
LOVE your videos....you are an amazing artist and great teacher my friend :)
Thanks Andrew! Very informative. Greetings from Canada!
I clean my oil brushes with cheap sunflower oil; give them a wipe with baby wipes and then final clean with washing up liquid. Works a treat and totally non-toxic. I wear gloves as well.
Hi Andrew . so glad that I found you on you tube, you`r an amazing teacher... I do the same procedure when I clean my brushes ,in the final stage when I use soap and water i find that they tend to clog and harden at the base,So recently instead of soap I give them a final rinse in baby oil until I use them again.
Cleaning oil paint brushes is what I hate but not anymore after I watched your tips, now I'm back oil painting again...Thanks!
Andrew this is outstanding, you are such a help!!!!!!! I appreciated all the information you share!!!!!!!
Good, clear, easy to follow information! I do a similar final step in cleaning but with shampoo with a bit of hair conditioner which seems to work well.
Your brush info was helpful. Thank you, Andrew. Even though you did "show" the use of a couple brushes, I, also, would like to see more since there are such a variety of brushes. I, myself, am learning by experimenting with brushes and make wonderful mark discoveries. :) Like the brush cleaning options too.
Yup, got it. I will continue to put tutorials up here on UA-cam. Stay tuned.