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Basic lessons can be found at Basics for Beginners. Check these additional on-line lessons of a more general nature, such as color theory, anatomy and theory & techniques.

A. A. Art
Modern Classical Realism by Russian-born artist, A. Antonov. Gallery featuring his oil paintings and on-line painting lessons.

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Step-by-step instructions for stretching your own canvases.

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Explanations and examples of  techniques such as impasto, pulling, and scumbling.

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Learn how to create special effects and tips to improve your oil paintings.

Painting Rocks Under Water
William Powell demonstrates glazing techniques using transparent colors. He explains step-by-step the subtle techniques of glazing -- from priming the canvas through the layering of glazes to create shapes and tones, and create the illusion of water.

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Instructions on making your own sizing, and applying sizing and/or gesso to canvas or wood in preparation for oil painting.

Still life With Legumes
Step-by-step instruction from detailed drawing to finished painting.

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