combining aquarylic colors and oil paints

In the world of art, there are countless ways to combine materials and techniques to create impressive artworks. In this blog post, we will focus on the combination of aquarylic colors and oil paints, showing you how to create unique effects and fascinating artworks using these materials. At the end of the text you will also find a video that shows the possibility of combination.

mixing aquarylic colors and oil paints

Aquarylic colors are versatile and can be mixed with both traditional and water-mixable oil paints. When mixing aquarylic colors with traditional oil paints, a less homogeneous consistency and unique effects are created. Mixing requires a little patience, as the colors have very different consistencies. However, with water-mixable oil paints, the mixture is easier and more homogeneous to create.

application in layers

An exciting method to combine aquarylic colors and oil paints is to apply them in layers. Start by applying the oil paint to the canvas or chosen painting surface. Then, brush the aquarylic color over the still wet oil paint. The surfaces appear very similar when dry, and the character of an oil painting is not lost.

mixing on the canvas

Another method for combining aquarylic colors and oil paints is direct mixing on the canvas. First, apply a traditional or water-mixable oil paint and then brush the aquarylic color over it. With a spatula, the two colors can now be mixed, creating fascinating effects.

benefits of combining aquarylic colors and oil paints

Using aquarylic colors in combination with oil paints offers artists several advantages:

1. Faster drying: Aquarylic colors enable shorter drying times, allowing you to paint over them more quickly with oil paints.
2. Preservation of the oil painting character: Despite the shorter drying time, the character of an oil painting is maintained without cracks forming or the surface changing.
3. Additional medium: Oil painters have an additional medium with aquarylic color, with which they can refine their artworks and also paint transparently.

experiment with different techniques

The key to success when combining aquarylic colors and oil paints lies in experimenting. Work in various layers and techniques to achieve unique and impressive results. This experimental approach makes the resulting artworks particularly exciting and unique.

a wealth of possibilities