“Parus major”

Title: “Parus major”

Technique: Oil on oak panel

Dimensions: 16 x 16 cm (6.3 x 6.3 inches); picture with frame: 29.6 x 29.6 cm (11.7 x 11.7 inches)

Frame technique: Solid oak slats covered with polish and sgraffito (24-carat gold covered with tempera)

The painting “Parus major” was created on a traditionally made oak panel, which was covered with a thin and smooth chalk-glue gesso. The imprimatura covering the gesso consists of black pigment and linseed oil. I painted the picture using the technique of layered and glazing painting, which allows for the greatest control, depth, and quality. I use only the highest quality paints and painting media. The painting is coated with varnish.