Collage & decoupage vs Oil painting
Collage & decoupage and oil painting have 90% in common. Here is how they differ on time, cost and feel, so you can pick the one that fits your week.
| What | Collage & decoupage | Oil painting |
|---|---|---|
| Time a week | 1 hour a week | 3 hours a week |
| Who with | On your own | On your own |
| You end up with | Something you made | Something you made |
| Feels | Calm | Calm |
| To start | $10 | $80 |
Choose collage & decoupage if
- Cheaper to start
- Quicker to pick up
- Quicker first wins
About $10 to start, then about $5 a month.
Choose oil painting if
- Costs more to start
- Takes longer to get good at
- Slower to reward you
About $80 to start, then about $15 a month.
What you'll need
- Collage & decoupage: About $10 to start, then about $5 a month. Full cost breakdown
- Oil painting: About $80 to start, then about $15 a month. Full cost breakdown