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No Medium vs Too Much - How Much Should You Use?

Oct 10, 2025
No Medium vs Too Much - How Much Should You Use?

I'll show you exactly how much medium you need in this oil painting tutorial. It can be a tricky thing to get your head around, but once you understand you'll be painting with ease and enjoying the process!

Oil painting mediums come in all different types, so my biggest recommendation is to find a medium that works best for you!

I personally use Langridge Low Toxic Paint Medium, which is mostly refined linseed oil. You can see all my recommended resources, and international equivalents, in this free PDF download HERE: https://www.paintingwithheather.com/firststep

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