Hey Everyone! Thank you for being here today. Today I am showing you a quick video on how I mix my paint depending on what technique I am using. I have also added some information below which you can refer to:
No one size fits all - you will need to judge for yourself the right consistency depending on what paint you use. I find this guide is generally good for Amsterdam, Winsor and Newton, System3 Acrylics and Arteza. All paint pigments do differ from brand to brand.
The thinner consistency I use for the Dutch Pour, the thickest consistency I use for techniques like a ring pour, straight pour and balloon dip. A medium consistency or flow is used for a funnel pour and a swipe.
My general rule is - 1 part paint to 3 or 4 parts pouring medium; and then I add water (25ml each time) to get a faster flow, thinner consistency for techniques like the dutch pour. I don’t usually measure my recipes as I just judge by how it looks and feels when I mix the paint and pouring medium today - over time you just get to know what works for the type of brand paint you use.
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I often get asked about where I buy my supplies from; I’ve listed the main places I buy my products. Don’t forget I am UK based; some of these companies do ship worldwide but you may find a more local supplier more affordable. I do not get commission for recommending these products; I am doing this so you can see an idea of where I gather my materials.
All canvases unless indicated are purchased from Loxley Arts - I use either the Gold or Ashgate (deep edge) brand and I find these to be the most reliable for me. You can find their website here: www.loxleyarts.co.uk
For my paint, I do tend to lean towards either Amsterdam, Mont Marte, System3 Acrylic or Winsor and Newton. I buy my paints from various suppliers, but my main ones are: Amazon, Art Discount (www.artdiscount.co.uk) Jacksons Art (jacksonsart.com).
I’ll be back soon with some more creations. Til next time, take care and have a great week, Mark.
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