K–6Creative Studio
Oil Painting Basics
Classic painting medium
Ash
QuincyBefore you start
- Age band
- K–6
- Time
- 45–90 minutes
- Quest type
- Hanging Out
- Guardian
- Raya · Garfield
- Materials needed
- Beginner Oil Painting Starter Set
- Odorless Mineral Spirits
- Wooden Tabletop Easel
Why this skill rocks
Learn to paint with rich, vibrant colors that look amazing and last forever! You can make your art pop off the canvas.
2034Where this could take you
Imagine your stunning oil paintings of Utah's snowy mountains or Olympic athletes hanging in galleries around Salt Lake City during the 2034 Games. Your art will capture history!
What You'll Need
Optional materials for this quest.
Beginner Oil Painting Starter Set
RequiredAn all-in-one kit with assorted brushes, a basic color palette, and canvas boards — everything you need to complete your first monochrome and color studies.
Odorless Mineral Spirits
RequiredEssential solvent for thinning oil paint in early lean layers and cleaning brushes safely without harsh fumes — a must for working indoors.
Wooden Tabletop Easel
A compact easel that holds canvas boards steady at the right angle while you work at a desk or kitchen table.