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What is an artist's mahlstick? by Helen Van Wyk #artlessons #oilpainting #oilpaintingteacher

By Helen Van Wyk

I'm ready for the next step, and you might be wondering what this is. This is a mahl stick. I'll be using it more in this stage than I have before. The mahl stick acts as a prop, allowing me to steady my hand by placing it on the edge of my easel or my painting. I need a steadier hand now because I'll be working on more delicate and precise details. So, let's get started with that right away.