oil paint

1 of 1noun

/ˈɔɪl peɪnt/

Forms:oil paints

a thick paint that has oil in it, allowing artists to mix colors and work in layers to achieve the desired effects

Oil paint is a type of paint made by mixing pigments with oil. It is known for its rich colors, smooth texture, and ability to create detailed and textured effects. Oil paint dries slowly, allowing artists to work with it over a longer period and blend colors easily. It is commonly used for creating artwork on canvas, wood, and other surfaces.

The artist preferred using oil paint for their portraits due to its versatility and ability to capture subtle nuances of light and shadow.
She applied thick layers of oil paint to the canvas, creating textured landscapes that seemed to come alive with vibrant colors.
He prefers the vibrant colors and rich texture of oil paint over other mediums for his landscape paintings.
She enjoys the soothing rhythm of applying oil paint to canvas, losing herself in the creative process.
The art class offered instruction on various painting mediums, including watercolor, acrylic, and oil paint, catering to students' preferences and interests.

a painting created using oil-based pigments as the medium

The gallery displayed several oil paints by Renaissance masters.
He admired the subtle shading in the oil paint on the canvas.
The museum acquired a famous oil paint of a countryside scene.
She completed her first oil paint of a landscape last year.
The artist's latest oil paint won critical acclaim.

the technique or practice of painting using oil-based pigments

She studied oil paint at the academy for three years.
Learning oil paint requires patience and control of layering techniques.
He taught a class on oil paint and portraiture.
Oil paint allows artists to achieve subtle gradations of color.
Workshops on oil paint often include instruction on brushes and solvents.