Accordingly, you will need: Brushes (discussed in detail below), water or turpentine solvents, palette cups, palette knives, palette pads or sheets, stretched canvas mounted on an easel or other painting surfaces. Conversely, you could opt for water soluble oil paints that can be mixed with a bit of water to modify their pigments. The older or traditional varieties need some kind of solvent to clean the brushes and thin down the paints.
Today, oils come in various varieties and how to oil paint naturally depends upon the kind you choose. 10 Steps for beginners on how to oil paint Step 1: Gather the materials you need When you have everything you need near you, you will have a more successful and enjoyable painting experience. In this brief guide, I will ease the process of how to oil paint so that it gives you an enjoyable as well as a successful painting experience.