How To Paint With A Limited Palette Like A Pro

Learning how to paint with a limited palette of colors is important for artists using acrylic or oil paints. With just a few colors, you can create all the tones needed for any painting. This can help you save money and invest in high-quality paint for your oil painting reproductions. It also builds confidence in your color mixing skills and allows you to match any color needed for your project. Additionally, using a color-checker can help you make sure your color mixes are correct. Lastly, Paintreproductions.com offers a quick tutorial on how to make an inexpensive color-checker.

Oil Paints Used in Limited Palette:

All reproductions in paintreproductions.com courses use a minimal pallet of six colors:

• Cadmium Yellow
• French Ultramarine
• Burnt Umber
• Titanium White
• Vermillion Hue
• Ivory Black

Over the past 10 years, I have perfected an approach that has revolutionized my artwork, saving me substantial money while investing in top-quality paint and canvas. Mixing high-end paint sparingly with pure, refined linseed oil gives me the perfect texture for each project. Additionally, using Gamsol as a cleaner and thinning agent for Burnt Umber initial sketching showcases my dedication to precision. I meticulously measure the required paint for each session to avoid waste and ensure I always work with fresh paint. Using a color checker to test colors further exemplifies my commitment to excellence, resulting in minimal need for oiling out the painting.