Author: Jerry's
Acrylic Paint vs Oil Paint: What’s the Difference and Which Should Artists Choose?
Artists often ask the same question when deciding what professional art supplies to buy: acrylic paint vs oil paint, which medium is better for painting? Both are capable of producing professional, museum-quality artwork, but they behave very differently in the studio. Acrylic paint is known for its fast drying time and versatility across many surfaces,…..
Jerry's -- 05/03/2026
A-Frame vs H-Frame Easels: Which Studio Easel Is Right for You?
Choosing the right easel isn’t just about preference, it affects stability, comfort, and how confidently you paint. The two most popular studio styles are A-Frame (Lyre) easels and H-Frame easels, and each serves a distinct purpose depending on your space, canvas size, and working style. At Jerry’s Artarama, we’ve helped artists set up studios for…..
Jerry's -- 25/02/2026
The Final Step: How to Properly Varnish and Preserve an Oil Painting
Varnishing an oil painting is an essential step once the artwork is finished and fully dry. A proper picture varnish protects the paint surface, restores color vibrancy, and helps preserve your painting for years to come. Finishing an oil painting doesn’t end when the last brushstroke is placed. Once the painting is fully dry, varnishing…..
Jerry's -- 01/01/2026
The Best Easels for Large Paintings & Canvas | Stable, Professional Picks
When working on oversized canvases and ambitious projects, choosing the right easel is just as important as selecting your paint or brushes. At Jerry’s Artarama, artists of every level can find professional-grade artist easels designed to handle large-scale work with ease, stability, and flexibility. Keeping it simple! With so many options available, at Jerry’s, we…..
Jerry's -- 07/07/2025
Oil Painting Ideas for Beginners: 10 Inspiring Projects to Build Your Skills
Oil Painting Ideas for Beginners: Discover 10 simple yet inspiring projects designed to teach you the fundamentals like color mixing, value, composition, and brushwork. With the right art supplies, beginners can explore still life, landscapes, monochrome portraits, and sunset skies while building confidence and mastering essential oil painting techniques. Starting your oil painting journey? Whether…..
Jerry's -- 14/05/2025
How to stretch watercolor paper for better painting experience
TOPICS: How to stretch watercolor paper (step-by-step), materials and techniques for a better painting experience. (This Tutorial Guide Has: What it is, Materials, Step-by-step, Video and FAQ’s) Stretching watercolor paper is a technique used to prevent warping or buckling of the paper when it becomes wet during the painting process and is an essential preparatory…..
Jerry's -- 16/04/2025
The Best Oil Paints & Brands
A Guide To The Best Oil Paints Before we get started discussing and outlining the best oil paints and the best oil paint brands, it is important to understand that every artist has their own unique wants and needs when painting in oils. Oil Paints are a pleasure to paint with and have many benefits…..
Jerry's -- 07/01/2025
The Best Professional Watercolor Paint Brands
The best watercolor paint brand will vary depending on which artist you ask. Each brand will have slightly different attributes, including color range, form, consistency, quality, price, and more. Choosing the best watercolor paints can make a significant difference in your results. Artists often invest in high-quality art supplies, including professional watercolor paints, brushes, and…..
Jerry's -- 12/09/2024
Painting with Linseed Oil: What you need to know
In this article with details, information, images and FAQ’s, we will give you a behind the scenes look into the foundation of oil paint, Linseed oil.Written by: Mot Tuman What is Linseed Oil? Created from Flax seeds, Linseed oil defines the features of an oil paint. It works as a binder, holding the pigments together,…..
Jerry's -- 07/06/2024
How To Blend Acrylic Paint
Acrylic paint is notorious for its fast drying time. This can be especially difficult for artists who are familiar with watercolor or oil paint to work around, particularly when it comes to blending. In this article we will explore different tips and techniques commonly used for blending in acrylics.Written by: Mot Tuman Typically, blending is…..
Jerry's -- 06/06/2024
How Real Oil Paint Was Made
The Legacy of Traditional Oil Paint Making and Why Tusc & Pine Artists’ Oils are True To That History When artists wanted to make paint before the 18th century (1700-), they made their colors or had apprentices make colors by using a stone slab to grind pigment with medium with a muller made of glass,…..
Jerry's -- 04/06/2024
Watercolor Tubes or Pans? The Pros and Cons
When artists first come into contact with watercolors they may be surprised at the many different forms and types of watercolor available. Whether you are buying for yourself or someone you love, our goal for this informational and how to article is to lay down a definitive list of differences between tubes and pans of…..
Jerry's -- 17/05/2024
The Newest Breakthrough in Oil Paints for Artists
Tusc & Pine Oil Paints…and It Just Might Be the Best Featured: Tusc & Pine Artists’ Oil ColorsBy: Mot Tuman Join us for this article as we delve into the Tusc and Pine oil paint line created in partnership with Jerry’s Artarama. Get the “Real Deal” Tusc & Pine Oils only here at Jerry’s! While…..
Jerry's -- 16/05/2024
What’s the difference between pigment-based and dye-based?
The Science of Art By Mot Tuman: Mot explains the various characteristics of dyes and their origins and uses and the some unique differences between them in this article with a full video You might have heard people talk about whether an art supply is pigment based or dye based, but what does that really…..
Jerry's -- 30/04/2024
Understanding Different Types of Pastels and How to Use Them
Pastels are a wonderful medium for creating art that has a unique texture and feel. There are many different types of pastels to choose from, each with their own characteristics. In this article, we’ll explore the different types of pastels available and how to use them to create beautiful art. Soft Pastels Soft pastels are…..