Oil paint

Definition

Oil paint is a type of paint that uses pigments mixed with a drying oil, usually linseed oil. It has a slow drying time and can be easily blended, making it popular among artists.

Related terms

Impasto: This term refers to the technique of applying thick layers of oil paint onto the canvas, creating a textured surface.

Glazing: Glazing is the process of applying thin layers of transparent or semi-transparent oil paint over dried layers, adding depth and richness to the colors.

Alla prima: Also known as "wet-on-wet," alla prima is a painting technique where an artist completes an entire artwork in one sitting using wet layers of oil paint.