When it comes to painting, especially with oil colours, a good set of brushes are an essential tool in any artist’s arsenal & keeping them clean is key to maintaining consistency in your work.
Oil paints, as beautiful as they are, can negatively affect brushes by causing their bristles to stiffen, discolour or dry out. This is why it’s so important for every artist working in (or adopting) oil paints to understand how best to clean, maintain and monitor their brushes.
Whilst solvents like white spirit or turpentine are traditionally the go-to for this, nowadays, there are an exciting variety of modern, less harsh options available to artists.
This handy guide will walk you through the cleaning process of your oil paint brushes, discussing the benefits of different methods and materials, to ensure you can clean with confidence.
