Creating oil paintings to convey an abstract style should be presented the simplest way possible. Make sure to have all the oil paints needed on the palette. It's advised to begin with two or three colors. Make the most out of these pigments before integrating additional ones. Paint the background first before focusing on smaller and more detailed areas. Instead of ivory black, use other colors for sketching or under painting since it dries very slowly and it may affect the colors of subsequent layers. As more layers are added over the painting, oil proportion should be increased. This prevents the top layers from cracking. Lower layers should dry first which can be achieved by using colors incorporated with manganese, lead or cobalt. A great way of expressing oneself is by trying various movements and getting the "feel" of these movements. Don't be too critical with initial strokes. Try to paint as if you're a construction worker. After...