Guide : Comment choisir parmi les différents types de peintures ? En fonction de sa sensibilité, de ses inspirations ou de son style artistique, chaque peintre a ses techniques de prédilection : huile, acrylique, aquarelle ou gouache. Quelles sont les dif
Each artist possesses a unique sensibility. Whether you are drawn to the ancestral nobility of oil, the innovative spontaneity of acrylic, or the subtle transparency of watercolor, choosing the right medium is essential. Master Toiles guides you through the characteristics of each technique to help you find the perfect match for your inspirations.
Oil Painting: The Ancestral Mastery.
Inseparable from Art History, oil painting is renowned for its finesse and exceptional longevity. It offers incredible malleability due to its slow drying time, allowing the artist to rework the piece for weeks. Note: Remember the "fat over lean" rule—each layer must be more oil-rich than the previous one.
Acrylic: Innovation and Versatility.
Championed by contemporary masters like David Hockney or Andy Warhol, acrylic is the ally of spontaneity. It dries in about 48 hours, is water-soluble, and offers immense freedom, from thin glazes to heavy impastos.
Watercolor: Lightness and Subtlety.
A technique of transparency and nuance, watercolor relies on the dialogue between pigments and water. The choice of paper is paramount here, as it determines the absorption and the final luminous rendering of the work.
Gouache: Accessible Precision.
Unlike watercolor, gouache offers an opaque, matte finish. It is appreciated for its flexibility and can be used on a wide range of papers, even colored or black surfaces.
The Master Toiles Selection.
We have curated professional-grade paints recognized for their purity. Discover Vallejo acrylics for their lightfastness, Isaro handcrafted oils for their intense pigments and linen oil base, or Schmincke sets for those beginning their journey into professional oil painting.
Create Your Own Colors.
We also offer the same high-quality pigments used by Isaro. Mix them with the binder of your choice to create your own signature palette.
Which paint for beginners? Acrylic is highly recommended. It’s easy to clean, requires no toxic solvents, and dries quickly.
Can I use acrylic on any canvas? Yes, provided the surface is properly primed. Master Toiles canvases are ready to use, as they are prepared with two coats of natural glue and two coats of our signature gesso.
How to preserve an oil painting? Avoid humidity and temperature fluctuations. Store vertically and wait several months before applying a final protective varnish.
