Best Oil Paint
Updated: Nov 26, 2023
We've compiled a list of some of the best oil paints. Oil paint consists of pigment suspended in a drying oil such as linseed oil and poppy seed oil. The medium is one of the oldest and most respected mediums in the art world and adorns the walls of some of the most famous museums and art institutions. Whether you're new to oil painting or a seasoned oil master this list is for you.
1. Winsor & Newton Artist’s Oil Paint - Best
Winsor & Newton have a long and tested reputation as one of the best oil paints on the market. Their paint is highly rated at AA or A and promises long lasting finish and vibrancy. The paint has a wide colour range and comes in different sizes. They have a rich buttery texture and their colours have a consistent feel and texture making them easy to work with and combine. As a professional oil paint they are not as expensive as some of the competition and even offer a mid-quality oil paint called Winton Oil Colour that has a smaller colour range at more affordable prices.
Winsor & Newton Artist’s Oil Paint
2. Michael Harding Artists Oil Colours - Second Best
Michael Harding Artists Oil Colours are one of the highest quality oil paints on the market and loved by artists worldwide. They are also one of the more expensive oil paints on the market but the high pigment content means the paint spreads a lot further. There are no fillers, extenders or driers in the paint so it maintains its vibrant colours and doesn’t crack over time. The paint has a buttery consistency that mixes well and has a slow drying time.
Michael Harding Artists Oil Colours
3. M Graham Artist’s Oil Color - Third Best
M Graham uses walnut oil rather than linseed or safflower meaning the paint is less prone to yellowing and takes longer to dry. The paint can also be thinned and brushes cleaned using walnut oil reducing the need for solvents. Walnut oil is non-toxic and can be used instead of traditional turpentine when using M Graham Artist’s Oils making this paint a great option for Hong Kong artists with a lack of space. We still advise opening windows and ventilating as much as possible though. The paint tends to flow more allowing for softer work and their exceptionally high pigment loads creates vibrant and rich colours.
M Graham Artist’s Oil Color
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