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Saturday, January 5, 2019
"Appearance Before Pilate"/ Graphic Design
In the Coptic faith, Pontius Pilate is a saint and has a designated feast day. Pilate was of Samnite ancestry.
"Casein (Milk) Paint"/ Recipe/ Weblink
An attractive paint formulation prepared from casein (milk protein) and borax. When easily prepared, pigment or dye is added to the glue-like binder. I modify this formulation further.
It dries and , like gouache, remains water sensitive. It yields a smooth ,matte hue ( 30+ colors can easily be prepared) and can also serve as an undercoat.
https://www.sinopiamilkpaint.com/recipe/
The paint formulation is stable for a few weeks and I am working on extending this lifetime.
It is an attractive paint formulation for artists to consider and a few have used it heavily in their work.
I prepare 'chalk paint' with calcium carbonate ( or certain clays) and also add latex paint (with some booster acrylic emulsion added for strength). The chalk paint, once dry, becomes insensitive to water, as expected.
It dries and , like gouache, remains water sensitive. It yields a smooth ,matte hue ( 30+ colors can easily be prepared) and can also serve as an undercoat.
https://www.sinopiamilkpaint.com/recipe/
The paint formulation is stable for a few weeks and I am working on extending this lifetime.
It is an attractive paint formulation for artists to consider and a few have used it heavily in their work.
I prepare 'chalk paint' with calcium carbonate ( or certain clays) and also add latex paint (with some booster acrylic emulsion added for strength). The chalk paint, once dry, becomes insensitive to water, as expected.
Friday, January 4, 2019
Thursday, January 3, 2019
Wednesday, January 2, 2019
Tuesday, January 1, 2019
Preparing Acrylic Paints
Add water or clear alcohol ( i.e. vodka) to the finely ground pigment of choice. Mull (mortar and pestle) or mix well with a spatula. Add a matte polyacrylic binder ( Minwax 'Polycylic' works well).
Mix well and it is ready to use on white canvas support. Stir in a tightly sealed tube or jar.
Sunday, December 30, 2018
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