Oil Paint on Paper? Learn How to Use Oil Paint on Paper

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Can you use oil paints on paper? Why would you want to use oil paint on paper? I take a look at how I use oil paint on paper for preparation. When you need to make color notan studies, check composition or test color then painting on paper is a cost effective solution. Here is how to use two options: acrylic gesso or oil based primer.
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@etherealintoxicatedcanary9296 5 жыл бұрын

Your voice is perfect for the tutorial. It’s really nice and velvety. I am doing this to paint in my sketchbook to do studies. I just think it looks so nice when there are messy paintings in a sketchbook

@MalcolmDewey 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you :) Agree on your sketchbook approach - nice n messy.

@akicitaa.8233 4 жыл бұрын

True, and especially if you set playback speed to 1.5 - 1.75x

@boo3334 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I paint as a spiritual practice so this is great as I don't necessarily want others seeing my paintings

@AnneGoggansQHHT 3 жыл бұрын

For the absorption, just use acrylic sizing before applying gesso just like they do on canvas.

@Mr960silva 5 жыл бұрын

Canson brand, have a paper , a Figueras in block of 10 leafs. 290 grs . Specifically for Oil Painting. I use a lot for my paintings There`s in sizes A4, A3,

@michal_placzek 5 жыл бұрын

Hannemühle also has very nice paper for oils.

@angellique8032 3 жыл бұрын

I usually use watercolour and pastels so this is really useful as I can use the paper I already have

@MalcolmDewey 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent

@attadudepc 3 жыл бұрын

As always you give an excellent demonstration of a practical and useful guide. Thank you.

@MalcolmDewey 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@iloveFreedom. 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Just what i was wondering😎🥳

@theponderingpilgrim4342 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Malcolm, for some great tips on using paper for Oil painting. I do like to use paper as a surface for Oil paint. But I haven't tried the Oil based primer, interesting . Always learn so much from your videos, much appreciated.

@MalcolmDewey 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you 😊

@didmybest6714 4 жыл бұрын

very helpful thank you!!

@kram9850 3 жыл бұрын

wow have i just been a maverick and not realized that your not meant to i have been doing 180gsm paper for decades, its so good as it skips the layering process and can get mor details in your first layer, plus its cheap

@MichelleCreate324 2 ай бұрын

That was very informative, thank you! 😊

@MalcolmDewey 2 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@ranias76 3 жыл бұрын

Thank You Malacolm,great to use paper ,less expensive ,easy to store .claire

@soulkalastudio Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the advice, I bought an oil painting paper pad to practice oil paintings and mess around, because buying canvases is a little expensive, especially if I'm learning and likely to mess up lol

@MalcolmDewey Жыл бұрын

Exactly, no pressure practice is best.

@a.humphries8678 10 ай бұрын

What kind of pad?

@GarrisonFall 21 күн бұрын

@a.humphries8678 You've probably found them already. If not, shops sell pads of paper that is sealed for use with oil paints. They are handy because they're easy to transport, the paper sides are stuck down so there's no need to tape each to wood, and they're cheaper than canvas. I still find it useful to prime the paper with an Acrylic gesso/primer because the paper is sometimes too slippery.

@ShinyArjunSingh 4 жыл бұрын

wow man, made my life... nice one, subscribed...keep'em comin...

@MalcolmDewey 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent, thank you

@hyunlee2659 10 ай бұрын

Your clips are so amazing and helpful ! I will try oil primer !❤

@MalcolmDewey 10 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@user-xo4jd4ot8s 4 жыл бұрын

thank you very much

@bakersheaven9030 2 ай бұрын

Thanks

@simaabedini843 4 жыл бұрын

Such a useful information thanks. So we need specific gesso for oil painting . 🎨👩‍🎨🤔

@MalcolmDewey 4 жыл бұрын

You can use regular acrylic gesso for oils too. However there is oil based primer for oil painting too which handles differently when you paint on it. So two options available for oil painting.

@vickrdable 3 жыл бұрын

would it still be archival?

@JohnNoZ35 Жыл бұрын

You can also use shellac on paper to paint on.

@catabeuth5265 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this tutorial. Can you please give me a sugestion of oli base primer?

@MalcolmDewey 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Try Maimeri oil primer.

@elisabethseeger5837 Жыл бұрын

I like to sketch in oils in a big heavy thick paper sketchbook high quality- i prime it with acrylic gesso. I do this so I won’t try to do a finished piece every time I go out to sketch in the mountains near Seattle. No judgement freedom to experiment. Fun!

@MalcolmDewey Жыл бұрын

Sounds perfect!

@priscillaneow4069 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks! My paper buckled a lot when I did the initial gesso after following your tips. I used 250 GSM Canson watercolour paper but do not know how to fix that problem, any advise will be appreciated!

@MalcolmDewey 6 жыл бұрын

The 250gsm could be a factor. I use 300gsm, but I would have to try this out to check. Two factors are more likely: the wetness of the gesso and the stretching of the paper. First off gesso should be quite thick and paste-like. If it too wet it will soak the paper more resulting in more buckling. Even so it is necessary to secure the paper along the edge with masking tape. This makes the paper stretch and flatten as it dries. If the paper can move under the tape then it will not flatten. Sometimes the masking tape is not holding paper securely. I hope that will help.

@priscillaneow4069 6 жыл бұрын

Malcolm Dewey thank you! I will try it again perhaps securing it down a little more tightly with the tape this time. I did add a tiny bit of water to my acrylic primer which may have caused this so will do it again without the water at all. Thanks again! :)

@AnneGoggansQHHT 5 жыл бұрын

Priscilla NM I’m a watercolor artist, a tip is to keep your paper from buckling, mist the back of the paper when you paint the front.

@joaopauloduartedasilva4101 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your video, it was very helpful! I noticed you mentioned it dries faster with gesso, but how long does it take for the painting to be completely dried? Does it depend on how many layers were used? Thank you!! :)

@MalcolmDewey Жыл бұрын

Yes, exactly - plus weather conditions. Slower in humid climates, faster is dry ones. I live in a warm climate and my paintings are usually ready to varnish with retouch varnish after a month. But always check the thicker paint, especially white paint seems to dry slower.

@palnagok1720 11 ай бұрын

...try using " Rustoleum " primer on both sides on top of acrylic gesso.

@elisabethseeger5837 Жыл бұрын

Also I just stick a ruler or a paintbrush between the pages of the sketchbook for travel home - no problems with smudging, paint dries very quickly

@MalcolmDewey Жыл бұрын

Great tip!

@catherineraper 2 жыл бұрын

I’m very new to oils and I just want to do small nature studies for now while I’m practicing. But I’m not sure if I should be using mixed media or watercolour paper paper, what would hold up to the paint better please?

@MalcolmDewey 2 жыл бұрын

As long as the paper is sturdy it should be fine. 140lbs / 300gsm is best. Gesso the paper first before painting.

@catherineraper 2 жыл бұрын

@@MalcolmDewey Wonderful, thanks.

@kirstenhaviland9543 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this info 😊 Is using retouch varnish sufficient when selling an oil on paper? Or must a more final varnish be applied before selling?

@MalcolmDewey Жыл бұрын

Ideally another varnish layer, even if it is retouch again. Assuming a long drying period between layers. No problem with only retouch varnish. It does protect.

@kirstenhaviland9543 Жыл бұрын

Okay great. Thanks for your response Malcolm 😊 I appreciate the help

@ThatLazyStray 4 жыл бұрын

This is really helpful thank you. I wanted to dip my toes into oils because even though i love watercolour as a medium, sometimes i really just want those thick brush marks and texture. However, i paint as a form of relaxation and hobby only and do not have a lot of space to store a ton of canvas' that will never see the light of day once they're painted on. It'll be much easier to store sheets of primed paper over bulky canvas.

@MalcolmDewey 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you - I'm glad this helped.

@kaiballington55 6 ай бұрын

Hi Malcolm: Quick question about how to frame oil paintings on oil paper. Can you stick it into a plein air frame or would you place it in a matt with glass over it? Thanking you in advance.

@MalcolmDewey 6 ай бұрын

I have done both ways and they look good either way. Small ones with matte board and glass look great. But traditional frame is good too. Just varnish as usual.

@kaiballington55 6 ай бұрын

@@MalcolmDewey Thank you, Malcolm. Love your paintings.

@KhadijaTahir-rf3uv 9 ай бұрын

I did an oil painting on 2 by 3 ft 300 gsm paper as a final work that i would like to frame later but i am confused on how to store it until I frame it. Is there a method besides file hangers?

@MalcolmDewey 9 ай бұрын

Place flat in a safe spot where it cannot collect dust - I have space in a ventilated cupboard, for example

@khm2917 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏 Why don’t you try Arches oil paper it’s good also & priming is not required

@MalcolmDewey 4 жыл бұрын

It comes down to costs and using what you have. Usually off cuts and scrap matte board can be used for preparation saving a bundle.

@khm2917 4 жыл бұрын

Malcolm Dewey I agree with that. I’ve tried your tips today and applied gesso on watercolor paper. The surface is great and the texture is perfect for oil painting. Thank you again

@ramisobi5647 Жыл бұрын

Can I paint the paper from the back also with gesso after drying as well to give it some strength and stability?and finally please can I use a normal A4 paper or it should be watercolor paper. Thanks.

@MalcolmDewey Жыл бұрын

Yes you can gesso the back. Regular A4 paper is too thin and will wrinkle and even tear. At least 250gsm thick paper or card.

@kirstenhaviland9543 11 ай бұрын

Hi Malcolm. With regards to framing oil on paper works, can they be framed behind glass once touch dry after about a month or should one wait many months of drying before framing behind glass? 😊

@MalcolmDewey 11 ай бұрын

Touch dry is fine for most cases. Impasto may be touch dry on the surface but still wet deeper down so give really thick paint more time. Depends on temperature, humidity and so on, but I find a couple weeks is fine.

@kirstenhaviland9543 11 ай бұрын

Thanks so much for your help Malcolm 😊

@2456girl 4 жыл бұрын

yesterday I finished a painting, which was straight onto a watercolor paper with oil paints and used just turpentine. I didn't prime it or anything. The paper is somewhat thick, and the painting turned out nice, but I am really worried, the paper will get destroyed or there will be cracks. is this going to be ok, or anything I can do to save it? can you please suggest. thanks

@2456girl 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Malcolm. Can you please let me know what I should do.

@_trismegistus 4 жыл бұрын

@@2456girl It will probably rot the paper over time with no primer barrier.

@towardsthelight4919 2 жыл бұрын

Would 200gm watercolour paper work too ? Thanks in advance

@MalcolmDewey 2 жыл бұрын

Yes it will. Tape it down After priming with gesso to make sure it dries without buckling though.

@yibuseato 2 жыл бұрын

✨Question: Is oil based primer the same as oil ground? Thanks for your videos! ✨

@MalcolmDewey 2 жыл бұрын

Ground usually means a toned surface of some neutral color over the dry primer.

@arimo7199 2 жыл бұрын

idk if it’s just me but i feel like my painting dries faster when i apply gesso to my sketchbook. do u have any suggestions?

@MalcolmDewey 2 жыл бұрын

I can't say that I have noticed. Extending drying time is possible with adding mediums for oils or acrylics.

@terrierose5917 2 жыл бұрын

I was wondering that too, but it sounds like it is not suitable for paintings that we would want to frame, or be archival quality. Thank you.

@MalcolmDewey 2 жыл бұрын

With priming of good paper the painting will last a long time. There are examples of this that date back centuries. Of course I am using these only for studies. Framing: either behind glass or you can attach the paper to a panel and frame it like a regular oil painting for your own enjoyment.

@dianab947 Жыл бұрын

Hello! What can I use to make oil paints dry faster on paper like watercolour or gouache?

@MalcolmDewey Жыл бұрын

I do not use mediums so if your are in a hurry simply paint thinner layers.

@max-romano-santo 6 ай бұрын

Simply: if you want quick results, paint directly over the paper, without gesso. Forget gesso.

@normalaming3943 7 ай бұрын

I like painting on good quality oil painting paper, like Fabriano, but I have trouble knowing what to fix it to whilst I’m painting

@MalcolmDewey 7 ай бұрын

I usually use a large MDF board. Basic masonite/hardboard from the hardware store will be fine.

@minx.toesies2037 4 жыл бұрын

since quarantine, no craft stores near me are open and as a beginner, im using 300g watercolour paper so i was wondering, what would be a good thinner i could use from things i might have at home?

@user-lu4fn9pe4y 3 жыл бұрын

A starter shouldn’t start with 300gsm in the first place tbh

@stanTrX 3 жыл бұрын

Hello Malcolm, does it also apply to acrylics?

@MalcolmDewey 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, acrylics on paper is no problem.

@stanTrX 3 жыл бұрын

@@MalcolmDewey thank you! Could you advise the weight of the paper?

@MalcolmDewey 3 жыл бұрын

300gsm / 140lbs. is good

@sokkoart Жыл бұрын

How to avoid the paper for combing when you dont want to put masking tapes on the borders (cause you want to cover the whole paper with paint)?

@MalcolmDewey Жыл бұрын

Never tried any other way. Maybe a craft adhesive?

@claudiacastrillon4440 5 жыл бұрын

I paint directly on 300gr watercolor paper and have no problem with it. It has a lot of tooth but works fine

@marr222 5 жыл бұрын

Helloo im using the same kind of 300gr paper too but without priming it, does it really necessary?

@2lmdi 5 жыл бұрын

Yes it is. Oil will eventually seep into the fibers of the paper and rot them.

@marr222 5 жыл бұрын

But whick kind is better,, primed canvas or 300gr paper? As im a beginner in oil tho

@MalcolmDewey 5 жыл бұрын

For practice or testing out ideas with painted studies I use paper. For complete paintings that are sold or are going on display then traditional canvas is better.

@dhirajc.makwanabhai507 Жыл бұрын

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@lesliethejourneyismyhome3224 Жыл бұрын

why do you have to prime the paper? I did try oil on thick water color paper and it worked just fine. I am a novice, though

@MalcolmDewey Жыл бұрын

The oil does get absorbed into the paper. This may cause issues as the oil reacts with the paper. Also there will be dulling of color. Of course there are many kinds of paper so results and reactions will vary.

@kamsiikekpeazu7598 Жыл бұрын

Hi... I'd like to know How long does it take to dry on the paper?

@MalcolmDewey Жыл бұрын

Relatively quickly compared to panels. Of course depends on many factors.

@kamsiikekpeazu7598 Жыл бұрын

@@MalcolmDewey thank you... this information will help me a lot

@leonelvilela5531 4 жыл бұрын

I tried 3 times to apply gesso on watercolour paper but I never get a flat result once dry. I used masking tape, 1 coat, 2 coats I even ironed the back once dry ti make it flat but nothing. I never get a flat surface. What am I doing wrong?

@SiegfriedArt 4 жыл бұрын

Try to apply gesso in both sides of the paper.

@amarin8600 3 жыл бұрын

Use a spatula, like for frosting a cake, to make it smooth

@vaderetro264 3 жыл бұрын

Wet the back of the paper with a fairly generous amout of water, wait till the water is absorbed (maybe a couple of minutes), then put something flat and heavy on top of it (like a board with some books on top of it). After an hour or so the paper will be perfectly flat again.

@peaceforchildren4303 4 ай бұрын

What do you think is the best thing to do with oil paintings on oil paper when they are dry? Is it safe to glue them onto say a wooden panel, without compromising the paper or the oils? or maybe put in a glassless frame?

@MalcolmDewey 4 ай бұрын

Yes you can glue the paper ideally with acid free glue. you can also frame them like a watercolor matted behind glass. looks good that way.

@peaceforchildren4303 3 ай бұрын

that sounds great... thank you!@@MalcolmDewey

@GnaReffotsirk Жыл бұрын

Can I use polyurethane varnish?

@MalcolmDewey Жыл бұрын

No, use varnish made for artists to be safe.

@CaptainFutureman 4 ай бұрын

To solve the absorption problem, couldn't you just go over the gesso with a layer of white acrylic paint and use your oils on top of that?

@MalcolmDewey 4 ай бұрын

The gesso these days is basically an acrylic already. Perhaps regular acrylic is a little finer in texture. In any event I would go for more paint to solve the issue.

@luvitah3116 3 жыл бұрын

Do we need to varnish oil on paper paintings? Can anyone help? Thanks a lot

@MalcolmDewey 3 жыл бұрын

Yes absolutely, varnish all oil paintings with retouch varnish.

@luvitah3116 3 жыл бұрын

@@MalcolmDewey thank you so much. Your tutorials really help beginners like me. God bless

@leonelvilela5531 6 жыл бұрын

Can you gloss varnish it?

@MalcolmDewey 6 жыл бұрын

Yes varnish over the dry paint will be fine. I prefer retouch varnish as it is a thin varnish that still protects the painting.

@leonelvilela5531 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Done as instructed!

@soniasalman2754 3 жыл бұрын

How do you store an oil painting on paper? If you don't want to frame it....

@MalcolmDewey 3 жыл бұрын

I will pin them up until absolutely dry. Then Store them upright in filing hangars.

@soniasalman2754 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much :)

@cliffdariff74 5 жыл бұрын

Make sure it's made for oil...they make paper specific for oil nowadays...no need to gesso

@MalcolmDewey 5 жыл бұрын

Yes there is that, but at a price similar to panels. For learning and prep studies the cheaper paper is perfect.

@Doppy34 4 жыл бұрын

I tried the specific 300 gr oil paper without priming it and I find it soaking up the paint. I use Cobra water soluble paint.

@fizzpopxx3225 4 жыл бұрын

Are you South African? 🤔(you sound like it)

@MalcolmDewey 4 жыл бұрын

Yes 🇿🇦