What Brands of Oil Paint Should You Buy?

Oil paint can be thought of as being in three different "grades". Student grade, Artist grade and Premium grade. In this video I explain the differences and help you choose the best one for your budget. These are brands that I personally recommend, but there are many more out there that you can try.

Winton, Classico, Winsor & Newton, Gamblin, LeFranc, Rembrandt, Michael Harding and Old Holland can all be purchased at major online art supply dealers:

Vasari Oils:

Blue Ridge Oils:

[robynalice]

*This man is precious. Cherish him, you guys. We're so lucky to have such a kindhearted, talented teacher in this era.*

[venetiancat]

In all the time I took college art, I was never taught about grades of paint. Your videos are so informative, helpful, and well made, I can see a LOT of thought went into making them. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge.

[yasminemohammed]

you are so generous to share us these useful information, thank you

[venetiancat]

I have DEFINITELY found Blue Ridge Oil Colors to be of premium quality, but with Artist's Grade prices (since they are made locally in the USA by a small company), LOVE them. They also have responsive, wonderful customer service, which to me, is also very important in choosing a brand. Thanks for turning me onto them! I have replaced almost all my student grade paints with them thanks to your video, and Eric even sent me a free tube of Transparent Red Oxide. :)

[condeerogers]

You rock dude. Can't wait to see more of your videos. This was my first of yours. Thanks for a great video.

[brianmcginty]

You are an accomplished artist, Jason, and a skillful teacher. I admire your art, value your painting that hangs in my living room to be studied and admired, and am grateful for all I have learned from you.

[borderlands]

Winsor and Newton's own video claims the only difference between their Winton and Professional range is the latter contains more pigment. The artist L S Lowry would only use Winton paint and a narrow palette of 5 colours, including flake white and ivory black. The stiffer nature of the paint suited his technique. One of his paintings sold for £5.7 million.

[klutaminesztra]

You would be an amazing art teacher! Thanks for the video :)

[thomasbroderick]

Thank you Jason. The information you provide to artist of every level is almost invaluable. Your generosity is greatly appreciated.

[williamroberts]

This will probably always be the best oil paint video ever ever and ever.

[rosaravelo]

All my 12 questions answered in this great video, thank you thank you keep up the great work and God Bless you

[iggyreilly]

Complete beginner here. This is an excellent video -- very clear and well-explained. I just bought a set of Grumbacher Pre-Tested paints. Hope I didn't make a mistake!! :)

[pennynikkel]

Thank you for these videos. Currently in school majoring in art and i really enjoy learning from these videos.

[illanapiete]

Excellent breakdown of the different grades

[izzypfutzenreuter]

Rublev, michael harding, Sennelier, and Old Holland. 💖 for big pieces I use art spectrum and gamblin because they’re waller friendly.

[mikep]

As usual, you cut to the chase and say it as it is - you are always helpful and I love listening to you

[johnbailey]

One of the most informatove art channels on YouTube. Great info

[Magicme]

I just started art school and they’re giving us Old Holland to paint with. I’m afraid I’m getting horrifically spoiled real early in the game :D

[ALMUSALLAMIART]

You seem like a very positive person. I enjoyed watching your video.

[carravagio]

as i have started to work larger Ive had to make sacrifices in order not to go bankrupt purchasing paint. I have found The "house brand for UTRECHT" is pretty decent in larger tubes