The Fisherman's Daughter

Oil paint is a type of slow-drying paint that consists of particles of pigment suspended in a drying oil, commonly linseed oil. The viscosity of the paint may be modified by the addition of a solvent such as turpentine or white spirit, and varnish may be added to increase the glossiness of the dried film. Oil paints have been used in Europe since the 12th century for simple decoration, but were not widely adopted as an artistic medium until the early 15th century. Common modern applications of oil paint are in finishing and protection of wood in buildings and exposed metal structures such as ships and bridges. Its hard-wearing properties and luminous colors make it desirable for both interior and exterior use on wood and metal. Due to its slow-drying properties, it has recently been used in paint-on-glass animation. Thickness of coat has considerable bearing on time required for drying: thin coats of oil paint dry relatively quickly. Like most members of the polistes family, we are attracted to bright colors and bold patterns. We crave the natural curves and asymmetry of nature. But we’re not actually wasps, mind you. We’re people! And as certifiable people, our art is inspired by both the simple lines of traditional Japanese painting and the graphic style of modern comics. Here at Paper Wasp, we create fun and fantastical art in a variety of mediums, much of it for sale! We also provide design, copy and illustration services to businesses that appreciate cool, pop-savvy art. Art made by insects…