The Best Photo Transfer Technique for Oil Painting!

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In this video, I guide you through my favorite technique for transferring a reference photograph onto a painting surface—an essential skill for oil painters looking to level up their craft. Building on previous videos about taking and editing reference photos, I share practical tips for achieving accurate, scalable transfers that set your painting up for success. Whether you're new to oil painting or refining your professional workflow, this video offers clear, artist-tested advice to help you create more intentional, cohesive artwork. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe to stay inspired and keep growing your art practice!

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The first video I released on transferring a photo into an oil painting
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Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
00:30 Recap
03:24 Intro to materials
05:38 Applying oil paint to transfer paper
07:20 Wiping away excess oil paint
08:36 Positioning transfer paper onto panel
10:49 Tracing print to transfer image
11:56 Discussion of transfer
12:18 Unveiling
12:33 Discussion of the process
13:18 Thanks for watching!