In-depth articles on plein air painting materials, including paints, brushes, surfaces, and mediums. Focused on how materials behave outdoors and how to choose reliably in changing conditions.
Practical guide to choosing the best brush washer for oil painting outdoors. Recommends a 300 ml steel washer for most plein air painters and covers lid, solvent and cleaning routine.
7 Aug 2026
Practical guide to choosing the best plein air sketchbooks in the UK. Key tips on paper weight, binding, format, and medium compatibility plus short, opinionated product picks.
31 Jul 2026
An honest, practical guide to water mixable oils for plein air in the UK. Learn brands, field workflow, mixing limits with traditional oils, and responsible rinse disposal.
24 Jul 2026
A practical UK guide to the best painting panels for plein air. Compares aluminium, plywood and canvas-mounted options, covers sizes, priming and pochade box fit, and recommends first purchases.
17 Jul 2026
A practical guide to eco-friendly art supplies in the UK for plein air painters. Covers earth paints, water-mixable oils, walnut oil cleaning, field kit tips, and where to buy.
8 Jul 2026
A practical guide to linseed oil painting for plein air work in the UK. Compare refined, cold-pressed, stand, walnut and alkyd mediums plus handling and safety tips.
3 Jul 2026
Practical reviews of the best oil painting set for travel and plein air in the UK. From Michael Harding artist-grade kits to solvent-free water-mixable starters.
1 Jul 2026
Clear, practical advice on using an oil painting medium outdoors. Learn when to go medium-free, which types suit UK plein air painting, and simple rules for safe, effective use.
3 Jul 2026
Practical guide to oil painting varnish: when to wait, how to test for cure, choosing natural or synthetic varnishes, and step by step brush and spray application for reliable results.
24 Jun 2026
A UK plein air guide to the best brushes for oil painting, recommending Rosemary & Co's Plein Air set, explaining shapes and hair types, and giving practical field cleaning and storage tips.
27 Jun 2026
A UK-focused guide to choosing oil paints for plein air, from traditional and alkyd to water-mixable options, plus grade advice, drying tips, and a compact outdoor kit checklist.
2 Jul 2026
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