Oil painting is one of the most celebrated and enduring forms of artistic expression the world has ever known. For centuries, artists have turned to oil as a medium capable of unmatched depth, luminosity, flexibility, and emotional power. From Renaissance masters who layered their work with delicate glazes to modern painters who explore bold textures and expressive marks, oil painting remains a medium that invites exploration, creativity, and lifelong learning.

In Oil Painting Mastery: The Expanded & Illustrated Artist's Guide to Color, Technique & Creative Expression, author and artist Jay Swan presents a comprehensive, deeply insightful, and inspiring manual designed to elevate artists at every stage of their journey. Whether you are picking up a brush for the first time, returning to painting after years away, or pushing yourself to reach new professional heights, this Masterclass Edition offers a complete system for developing technical skill, creative insight, artistic confidence, and personal voice.