I tried painting with water colors years ago and now at the age of 72, I'm trying oil. I watched many of Mark's videos, set up the studio, made a shadow box and bought Windsor Newton paint and the ingredients to mix Mark's recipes.
My first painting attempt didn't go well. The paint seemed thick and sticky. So I think I need to thin it with some mineral spirits? I ordered glasses and just got them because I found matching value so difficult. I'm trying not to be discouraged, but can't help but think I've taken on too much.
I'm going to tint another canvas soon and attempt to paint a pear or two.
Any advice or suggestions will be most welcome. Mark is a great teacher and explains things well. The problem is that he makes it look so easy.
Thanks in advance,
Christine
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Don't thin your paint with mineral spirit. Use a medium.
Enjoy your painting.
Baby steps.
What kind of paint are you using. What kind of thinner, brushes all the bit and pieces. Mark does make it look easy... it is and is not. But if you take it slowly. Don't just jump right in to a painting. Line up your ducks. You'll be okay. It's a workflow. It's a process. Expect to practice and experiment to get the feel. Mark makes it look simple but he's been doing it a very long time. Be patient keep referring back to the videos and procedures and you'll do it.