i have no formal education on paintings ?where can i find what materials n techniques would be best?

Question

i need professional advice

Answer 1

If you are trying to make your decision on your own, the most complete book on materials and techniques that i know of is "The Artists' handbook of materials and Techniques" (click on link below). Considerations include: how much time do you have, do you have a place to store paintings where they will be undisturbed and ventilated as they dry, how much money are you willing to invest in materials, do you have any medical conditions (sensitive skin or asthma, for example), will you be painting indoor or outdoor (plein air), and what type of painting do you enjoy viewing?

Answer 2

I am 29 yrs old ,and I have been painting for 18 yrs , Ive sold more painting than i can remember. I have used oil , acrylic, ink charcoal, watercolors and mixed media. I have had 12 expositions and 3 commercial commissions. I have never had anybody taught me anything about painting or visual media or formal education on the field. I only studied , read , analyzed, history of art (even the medias that I don't care for ) I just picked up a pencil one day and made a portrait ( when I was nine or ten). The answer to your question when you visit an art supplies store, look around and ask for the material that you need for the specific media that you want to use. Remember there's no boundaries in an inspired eye...

Answer 3

Depending on your age, go to College and earn a degree in Art, Art History, or Graphic Design.

I always loved art and drawing was the only thing I was good at while in High School. So, I decided to earn a degree in something that interested me. There I learned new techniques like Dada, Stipling, and different media like Charcoal, Pen and Ink. This is where I was introduced to Graphic Design and Photography and how it can be used to inspire paintings.

All the self-help books in the world wouldn't give you the expierence and hands on learning you would get from an Instructor.

Good Luck.

Answer 4

If you just want to have fun the best way to pick up techniques is to practice and try new things out. Also studying other paintings (in person)and trying to figure out how they applied the paint.
The best place to get material is Dick Blick. They have stores or you can order from them on line, or from there catalog. There products are really great quality and the price is really decent.

Answer 5

Check out the Artist's Manual- you can see it at the site below:

http://www.ecampus.com/bk_detail.asp?isbn=0811813770

I've taken tons of classes and done tons of art, but even I have questions sometimes. I keep that book around because it's a great technical resource. It's also a lot cheaper and easier than taking formal classes.

Answer 6

Go and join a workshop and they will explain everything. Finding out by yourself is going to be a long and treacherous jurney. It is not that you would ask questions but you have to know what to ask. Buying books might work, but they won't tell you everythiong.
Go to shows in galleries and talk to artists that you like might work but not every body wants to share theit secrets. Good luck in your Journey.

Answer 7

Talk to people who actually paint and do lots and lots of experimenting. Develop a style of your own-whatever works best for you.

Answer 8

You can go to your local art store, or talk to a college professor. Good luck.