Knowledge base

Painting fine details with the Series 2 Pointed Brush

I’m often asked how I achieve such a high level of detail in my paintings, particularly when it comes to fine branches, grasses and those subtle finishing touches that really bring a piece to life....

What Paint do I Use?

  OIL PAINT I use my Signature Professional Oil Colour, by PalettePro. After five years of meticulous research and development, I’ve crafted an oil paint that meets the highest standards of quality...

Painting Detail with the Series 6 Short Flat Brushes

The Series 6 Short Flat Brushes are a staple in my landscape paintings, perfect for adding crisp detail and texture. Available in two sizes, these versatile brushes give you excellent control when ...

Mastering the Dagger Brush

Painting long grasses, distant tree canopies, and ripples in water becomes far more manageable with the Dagger Brush. Named for its distinctive sword-like shape, this brush combines a fine, control...

Caring For Your Brushes

Tips for Looking After Your Brushes  Taking care of your brushes is one of the best investments you can make in your painting. With the right routine, they’ll stay in great condition, perform beaut...

How to Achieve a Perfect Smooth Finish with the Series 7 & 10 Brushes

Creating a flawless, smooth finish in your paintings often comes down to using the right tools. Two of my favourites are the Series 7 and Series 10 brushes. These brushes are staples in my collect...

Oil Paint & Studio Safety

Oil Paint & Studio Safety Oil painting can be used safely in a home or studio when materials are chosen carefully and used as directed. The important thing is not to assume that every oil colou...

Mastering the Comber Brush 🎨

One of my favourite tools for creating natural texture is the Series 5 Comber Brush. Its separated edge lets you create several fine marks at once, making it particularly useful when a single point...

How to Add Texture Using the Tree & Texture Brush

The Series 3 Tree & Texture Brush is one of the most useful brushes in my kit for building natural-looking surface texture. Although it is particularly effective for trees and foliage, I also u...

How to Paint Fine Details and Grass Using Rigger Brushes 🎨

Fine grass, twigs, branches and other delicate details can be difficult to paint with an ordinary brush. A Rigger Brush is designed to hold a fine point while carrying enough paint to create contro...