The Resource Hub

This is artist Mark Carder’s website and it is filled with information. He has one of the most extensive collection of free videos that I’ve seen, plus Q & A, not to mention free access to his “Full Course” on line. He also has a few downloadable video courses that you can buy (Realism, Landscapes, Portraits). If you’re interested in doing realistic figurative work, this might be a good resource for you. You can also follow him on YouTube.

If you want to better your drawing skills, then this is the book for you (with its indispensable companion workbook). In reality, it’s more of a course on perception and the art of observation. You will never look at your subjects the same way again. A definite must have!

Florent Farges is a French artist with an extensive library of YouTube videos, most of which in english. You might also want to check out his video course on oil painting techniques and materials.

Gamblin is an American Colorhouse, dedicated to making quality products all while being mindful of the environment, giving artists paints and mediums that are safe to use without compromising artistic expression. Their website is full of valuable information and is well worth checking out.

An online art supply store that is really easy to navigate. They have many countries you can order from (Australia, United Kingdom, United States, Canada, Germany) and ship all over the world. They have their own line of quality oil paint, as well as many other well renowned companies.

Excellent art supply store in Montreal!! Their selection of homemade and world renowned products is unparalleled. You will find things there that you will have a hard time finding anywhere else. You can order online or visit their store on Saint-Hubert Street.

This is a platform that lets you watch digital content on any of your favorite devices. They have a really awesome selection of renowned artists and painting subject!!

Laurel Daniel: Oil Painting for Beginners is a really good place to start.

A fantastic book with lessons on painting, composition, color and so much more, using examples from the Masters. Learn from the best!

This book illustrates a variety of reasons why a painting “doesn’t work” and how to correct it. Knowing this beforehand will greatly help you with the composition of your paintings.

Magnificent book on the art of glazing, a painting technique that uses light and transparency for beautiful effects. This book takes you step by step through every detail of the process.

A French colorhouse that has been around since 1887. Their new line of professional quality oil paints Rive Gauche dries twice as fast, whilst retaining the key characteristics of oil paints, in a binder of safflower oil than is less prone to yellowing. They also offer high-performance cadmium substitutes.

Reference book on art in general. The sections on oil painting offer a very complete overview of the subject. You will find, among other things, a chart of all the pigments and their chemical composition.