Knife Painting

Knife Painting - Create Texture. Add Drama. Paint Boldly.

Knife Painting, also known as Palette Knife Painting, is a dramatic and expressive art technique where paints are applied to a canvas using a painting knife instead of a brush. This bold and textured method allows artists to layer thick strokes of color, creating artworks that practically leap off the canvas.

Made famous by legendary artists like Vincent van Gogh, the impasto technique behind knife painting involves applying thick daubs of paint to craft dynamic, swirling, and tactile masterpieces. The result? Paintings full of depth, motion, and raw energy.

What You’ll Explore in the Penkraft® Knife Painting Course

• Introduction to palette knives and their use in modern art
• Learning the impasto technique and working with different textures
• Understanding how to build dimension and control paint application
• Experimenting with bold strokes, layering, and blending using knives
• Creating visually striking artworks with depth and dramatic flair

Why You’ll Love Knife Painting

• A liberating and intuitive technique—perfect for beginners and seasoned artists alike
• Helps develop confidence with color and form
• Teaches you how to express emotions through texture and gesture
• Results in professional-looking art with a distinct, contemporary aesthetic

Whether you’re looking to channel your inner van Gogh or add an exciting new technique to your creative skill set, Knife Painting offers a fresh and powerful way to express your artistic vision.

Join the Penkraft® Knife Painting Course and bring your canvas to life—one bold stroke at a time!