Author Archives: Mark Gottsegen

Colorful Grays

One quick way to get great grays. Full Article

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Water from the Well

Does treated water affect your paper? Full Article

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Interference Info

Learn about the proper use of "pearlescent" paints. Full Article

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Casein Advice

The ins and outs of using casein varnish. Full Article

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A Safety Tip

What to do with oil-soaked rags. Full Article

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Discovering Oil Pastels

How do I use oil pastels Full Article

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Paper Training

Can student paper make the grade when it comes to stretching? Full Article

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All mixed up

Can you mix any media in any order? Find out here. Full Article

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MDF mounting

Mark Gottsegen gives advice on mounting photographs to medium-density fiberboard. Full Article

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Defeating the Dull

A few ideas to avoid the dreaded "sinking in" with oil paints. Full Article

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