Oil Painting by Universalartist Herbert Lippert
Oil painting is one of the oldest and best-known painting techniques, which has been used since the 15th century. In contrast to water-based techniques, oil paints are diluted with turpentine or linseed oil, which allows for slower drying and more time for mixing and creating. By layering layers of paint, depth can be created and smudging is easier. This versatile technique is suitable for many styles, from realistic landscape painting to abstract art.
Oil painting is one of the oldest and best-known painting techniques, which has been used since the 15th century. In contrast to water-based techniques, oil paints are diluted with turpentine or linseed oil, which allows for slower drying and more time for mixing and creating. By layering layers of paint, depth can be created and smudging is easier. This versatile technique is suitable for many styles, from realistic landscape painting to abstract art.
Oil on canvas galleries
Please click on one of my galleries - click one of the oil paintings:
 Oil on canvas gallery for the individual images |  Oil on canvas gallery for the cycle "Schubert and more". |  Oil on canvas gallery for the cycle "Viewpoint opera |
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 Oil on canvas gallery for the cycle "O-Mia composers". |  Oil on canvas gallery for the cycle "Emperor Maximilian and the arts". |  Oil on canvas gallery for the cycle "3xMahler |
 Oil on canvas gallery for the cycle "Erlkönig". |  Oil on canvas gallery for the cycle "Winter Journey |
Oil on Sheet Gallery
Please click on one of my gallery - click on my oil on leaf picture:
Oil painting technique
Oil painting offers an impressive variety of techniques that open up numerous expressive possibilities for the artist.
Alla prima - (wet-on-wet) requires quick work, as the colors are applied directly to the canvas and dry quickly.
Layer painting - enables a deep, rich effect by applying several layers of paint, but requires a lot of time as each layer must dry completely.
Glazing technique - creates luminous effects by applying thin, transparent layers of paint and can be combined with layering techniques.
Impasto uses thick layers of paint for a relief-like surface that adds depth and texture to the painting, ideal for an emotional painting style.
Dry brush technique** enables subtle, controlled effects with a dry brush, perfect for fine details and textures.