I’m sorry to hear that you had a bad reaction to the turpentine. You can certainly switch right now to something else and don’t really need to wait for it to dry. If it is straight turpentine, it should dry out fairly quickly. All the best.

Hey Kelsey, I'm so very glad that we connected and that the video was of help. Please don't give up making art. One of the important things I have been thinking about lately is how much I need art in my life. Not for others, for money, or for recognition. But for me. Keep going! Was there a part of the video that you resonated with the most?

I haven't tried the medium yet, but will let you all know when I do. Thanks for checking in.

I use Gamvar, which, unfortunately, needs to be treated with care due to some toxins. I apply the varnish using a mask and then quickly get it into my studio restroom with a fan to let it oxidize. I'm not as worried because I'm not sitting in a studio painting with it. Great question.

@@nicholasjackson I have heard Chelsea Damar varnish is less toxic but those were conflicting anecdotal reports. Don’t have a studio, just trying to learn how to do a new hobby safely. Thanks for the videos.

Yeah, it is hard when there is so much conflicting information. Keep going!

Aww thanks! What caught your eye?

So kind!!! Thank you.

Yeah! Crazy for sure. Thanks for the support.

You bet! Glad it was helpful. 😀

Thank you so much 😀

Yes! I would absolutely love that 😀

Yo, honestly that would be awesome

Hey thanks! What do you like most about it?

@nicholasjackson Who says I need a favorite part? Although, if I did have to pick, I would say the fact that the two foxes actually look like different characters. The beard on the right one was a nice touch to add. Disclaimer: I have never touched a canvas outside of school, so I have no experience in artwork. Just wanted to give an opinion.

@undericel_SPT this is great! Glad you like the painting and caught those details. Thanks for taking the time to be encouraging.

Me too ☺️

@@nicholasjackson I’m imagining Moriarty as a Fennec fox like the one from Zootopia

Hey thanks so much! What do you think about the greens I used?

They give the piece a tranquil dreamy quality that suit the mystical creature charmingly.

How very kind of you! What do you like most about it?

​@nicholasjackson I really love the small details like the fireflies in the background and how flowy the fox spirit is! The fox and the lady are so graceful, and the colours go well together. It's beautiful!❤

Thank you so much

Thanks. Well, I am very thankful for your support 😃

How very kind. ☺️

How very kind.

Thank you! Cheers!

Thank you so much 😀 I’ve been trying to tell better stories through color and I’m glad to hear that you think this one works.

Absolutely! Send me a message at [email protected]

So kind! What made this painting stand out to you?

@@nicholasjackson The way the colors synced up perfectly was beautiful! And the line work is absolutely gorgeous. I’m still learning how to draw and paint scenes, and I really hope that one day I can get to this level!

Most welcome :)

So glad you noticed that. I have been trying to work in more interesting color palettes so I appreciate you noticing. 😀

@@nicholasjackson Naw you're all good, I appreciate good usage of the pallet, and your usage is fantastic. This picture took me back to my childhood. So thank you. Like first seeing the green knight artwork, or the painting about the lost britonian in the great forrest finding the Lady of the Lake, both from the Warhammer fantasy. Good usage of colour palletes = This is the way 😁

Thanks 😄

Thank you! Cheers!

hahaha, I've heard that one before. lol

Hey thanks! I hat about it caught your eye?

Thanks!

Thanks so much!

@@nicholasjackson Of course!

How very kind of you. What a very thoughtful comment. What about the art styling are you enjoying?

@@nicholasjackson I love the colors and the way you make it slightly different is absolutely beautiful! Also the flow of the hair and tail are gorgeous!

Hey thanks so much! What caught your eye?

lol yes. Please don’t use it then. Haha. 😆 try solvent free fluid by Gamblin. It’s a bit sticky but worth a try.

@@nicholasjackson Thanks so much for your speedy reply! I haven't come across that one, I'll look into it. Cool, thank you! I also just bought some safflower oil to try :)

@@nicholasjackson Do you have a preference between Gamblin's bottle that just says "Safflower Oil" and Gamblin "Solvent Free Fluid" which is safflower oil mixed with something else?

Most welcome! Glad you are here. The safflower oil will take quite a bit of time to dry. The solvent free liquid will dry considerably faster.

I believe it has an alkyd in it which helps with the drying time.

Thanks!!

Absolutely! My preferred option is to use acrylics for the underpaintings. Another option is to scrub the paint on with your brush, which can take longer but works.

@@nicholasjackson Thank you. Sadly I had to take a break on acrylics. Scrubbing does take forever but like you said that is an option.

Brilliant! Thanks.

Thanks!!

Thanks! What did you find most eye-catching about this piece?

@@nicholasjacksonthe colors makes it just beautiful between the yellow objects and the blue sea looks awsome

Hey thanks so much! Glad you connected with the painting :)

Thank you so much! Just curious, what do you love about it?

Hey Anna, Thanks for the update. Why did you end up giving up on water mixable? I actually do use a tiny bit (and I mean tiny) of Gamsol if the paints are simply too sticky (probably getting old), to make them more workable. I think in extreme moderation, it should be a problem.

@@nicholasjackson well, if I have to be honest, I coveted Gamblin’s reclaimed iron oxide paints. The colors, and the idea to clean rivers and get pigments I found irresistible. But also, the choice of colors is somewhat limited now that Daniel Smith has given up on oils, and I am afraid that if I get too attached to the watermixable… well, they might go away and leave me to learn a whole new set of skills. Already when I went back to my home town last Christmas I found that it was impossible to buy water-mixable oils anywhere around. “We used to stock them but they didn’t sell” is what several art supply stores told me.

Hey! Welcome to the channel. I use M. Graham Walnut/Alkyd. You can find it on my kit at: kit.co/nicholasjackson/oil-painting-supplies-non-toxic

Thanks so much! I appreciate the support :)

Thank you! Cheers!

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Aww thanks! What caught your eye?

Your colour composition and art style are spectacular ❤

ahh brilliant. I am a bit addicted to that green :) It is showing up in all my paintings. lol

Hey thanks so much! What caught your eye?

@@nicholasjacksonI love your art style! It’s really pretty and the characters are really cute!

Thanks so much. Nice to meet you and thanks for the encouragement.

@@nicholasjackson of course!!

Hey Delila! I'm so glad you like the painting. Thanks so much for the support. What made this artwork stand out for you?

@@nicholasjacksonit's the boy and the animals just caught my eye! It's really cool how the boy had leaves! It was amazing! ❤

Excellent. Are you into fairytales?

@@nicholasjackson yes I love fairytales they are very interesting to me!

Thanks!