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The painting knife, or palette knife, as it is often called, has been a part of painters' tools for many centuries. Originally, it wasn't used to apply paint or to produce impastos but to mix pigments, to superimpose one layer of paint over another to modify it appearance or to remove excess paint from the canvas. Consisting of a curved handle and a flexible steel blade, its shape is comparable to that of a small trowel. It was during the Renaissance that the palette knife began to be used for something other than its original purpose and that artists started to use it to paint. Before that, painters sought to create a realistic and therefore smooth result. But artists such as Rembrandt, Titian or Fragonard noticed that scraping paint to create impasto helped to create eye-catching texture, relief and light.

Gustave Courbet is well-known for having brought palette knives back into fashion in the 19th century, a pivotal period when the art of painting, and art in general, underwent many changes and transformations. He was followed by the Impressionists and the modern painters (Monet, Van Gogh, Turner, etc) who used it to create thick impastos. Impressionists were particularly keen on this tool which was well-suited to the way in which they sought to represent light realistically, as our eyes see it. The invention of the easel and paint tubes allowed them to leave their workshops and to paint outside, enabling them to depict the shimmering reflections of water and the ever changing nature. They applied paint quickly in small thin strokes on the canvas and created texture using the knife. To create this effect, they used oil paint and acrylic, working them as little as possible so as to ensure their thick, dense appearance.

On Artsper, find works by Richard Dubure, Martta Weg and Ryan Hewett who all use the palette knife in unique ways in their practice!

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Painting, La graphiste, Âme Sauvage

La graphiste

Âme Sauvage

Painting - 81 x 60 x 2.4 cm Painting - 31.9 x 23.6 x 0.9 inch

$811

Painting, Un vent fort, Âme Sauvage

Un vent fort

Âme Sauvage

Painting - 100 x 100 x 2.4 cm Painting - 39.4 x 39.4 x 0.9 inch

$1,431

Painting, Music, Âme Sauvage

Music

Âme Sauvage

Painting - 60 x 140 x 2 cm Painting - 23.6 x 55.1 x 0.8 inch

$1,359

Painting, Nuit froide, Âme Sauvage

Nuit froide

Âme Sauvage

Painting - 40 x 50 x 0.3 cm Painting - 15.7 x 19.7 x 0.1 inch

$215

Painting, Le roi perdu, Âme Sauvage

Le roi perdu

Âme Sauvage

Painting - 81 x 60 x 2.4 cm Painting - 31.9 x 23.6 x 0.9 inch

$811

Painting, Sans un mot, Sophie Dumont

Sans un mot

Sophie Dumont

Painting - 54 x 65 x 2 cm Painting - 21.3 x 25.6 x 0.8 inch

$3,696

Painting, Art water, Âme Sauvage

Art water

Âme Sauvage

Painting - 100 x 100 x 2 cm Painting - 39.4 x 39.4 x 0.8 inch

$1,431

Painting, Avalanche, Âme Sauvage

Avalanche

Âme Sauvage

Painting - 100 x 100 x 2.4 cm Painting - 39.4 x 39.4 x 0.9 inch

$1,311

Painting, Carbone, Sophie Dumont

Carbone

Sophie Dumont

Painting - 60 x 60 x 2 cm Painting - 23.6 x 23.6 x 0.8 inch

$2,372

Painting, Profondeur, Âme Sauvage

Profondeur

Âme Sauvage

Painting - 80 x 80 x 2.4 cm Painting - 31.5 x 31.5 x 0.9 inch

$1,192

Painting, Graphique, Âme Sauvage

Graphique

Âme Sauvage

Painting - 30 x 90 x 2 cm Painting - 11.8 x 35.4 x 0.8 inch

$536

Painting, Impulsion, Âme Sauvage

Impulsion

Âme Sauvage

Painting - 30 x 30 x 0.3 cm Painting - 11.8 x 11.8 x 0.1 inch

$89

Painting, Casse-tête, Âme Sauvage

Casse-tête

Âme Sauvage

Painting - 30 x 30 x 0.3 cm Painting - 11.8 x 11.8 x 0.1 inch

$89

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Painting - 80 x 80 x 2.4 cm Painting - 31.5 x 31.5 x 0.9 inch

$954

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Gillian Brin

Painting - 92 x 73 x 4 cm Painting - 36.2 x 28.7 x 1.6 inch

$775

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Need help with Palette knife painting ?
What is a palette knife painting and how is it different from traditional brush painting?
A palette knife painting is created using a palette knife instead of a brush. This technique involves applying thick layers of paint to create texture and depth. Unlike traditional brush painting, palette knife painting allows for more expressive and bold strokes, resulting in a unique and dynamic artwork.
What are the advantages of using a palette knife for painting and what techniques can be achieved with it?
Using a palette knife for painting offers several advantages, including the ability to create texture, blend colors, and apply thick layers of paint. Techniques that can be achieved with a palette knife include impasto, scumbling, and glazing. These techniques can add depth and dimension to a painting, making it more visually interesting.
What are some famous artists who have used palette knife painting in their work and what are some of their notable pieces?
Some famous artists who have used palette knife painting in their work include Vincent van Gogh, Claude Monet, and Gustav Klimt. Notable pieces include van Gogh's "Starry Night," Monet's "Water Lilies," and Klimt's "The Kiss." Palette knife painting allows for bold, textured strokes and adds depth and dimension to the artwork.