Arteza® Gouache & Oil Paints

Gouache and oil paint are two unique mediums that offer different creative possibilities. Gouache blends the softness of watercolor with the vibrant opacity of acrylics. It’s water-soluble and can be reactivated with water after drying, making it great for artists who like flexibility and working on the go. Oil paint, on the other hand, is rich and slow-drying, perfect for building deep textures and blending colors over time.

 

Gouache works best on thick watercolor or mixed media paper since it’s water-based and can be layered for soft or bold effects. Oil paint performs well on primed canvas, wood panels, or specially prepared surfaces designed to handle its slow drying and richness.

 

Gouache is quick-drying, water-based, and can be reactivated with water even after drying, making it flexible for layering and corrections. Oil paint dries slowly, allowing extended blending and texture building, but it’s permanent once dry. Gouache suits artists who like vibrant, matte finishes, while oil paint offers glossy, rich colors with a classic feel.

 

Because gouache is water-based and oil paint is oil-based, they don’t mix well directly. However, you can use them in mixed media art by layering gouache under or over oil paint with proper drying times and surface preparation.

 

Gouache is great for artists who want vibrant colors and easy reworking with water. It’s also travel-friendly and versatile for detailed or broad work. Oil paint suits those who enjoy slow, deliberate painting with deep color richness and texture possibilities.

 

Explore gouache and oil paint to find your favorite way to create bold, lasting artwork full of depth and color.