Casein (kay'seen) is a quick-drying, aqueous medium using a milk-based binding agent, and is one of the most durable mediums known to man.
Known for their versatility and array of capabilities, casein paints can be used to create a variety of effects from the rich opaques of oil to thin watercolor washes. Because casein has an exceptional integrity of color and always dries to a perfect matte finish, it is unexcelled for art reproduction.
Helpful Tips for Caseins
Choose a rigid, non-oily surface for your work
Establish correct drawing and value patterns with a thin underpainting
Dilute caseins with water to make washes & transparent glazes
Casein colors, especially reds, oranges, and yellows, tend to shift after drying
Lighten colors by adding more water or brighten them by adding powdered pigment
To correct an overly dark area, cover it with a more opaque layer of a lighter color
When working on a gessoed panel, correct any errors with an eraser or a 1:9 ammonia and water mixture
Known for their versatility and array of capabilities, casein paints can be used to create a variety of effects from the rich opaques of oil to thin watercolor washes. Because casein has an exceptional integrity of color and always dries to a perfect matte finish, it is unexcelled for art reproduction.
Product information "Jack Richeson Casein Paint 148ml TITANIUM WHITE" Jack Richeson Casein Paint 148ml TITANIUM WHITECasein (kay'seen) is a fast-drying, aqueous medium that uses a milk-based binder and is one of the most durable mediums known to man.Known for their versatility and wide range of possibilities, casein paints can be used to create a wide variety of effects, from the rich opaques of oil to thin watercolor washes. Because casein has exceptional color integrity and always dries to a perfect matte finish, it is unmatched for fine art reproduction. Helpful tips for caseins Choose a solid, non-oily surface for your work Lay down correct character and value patterns with a thin underpainting Dilute caseins with water to create washes and transparent glazes. Casein paints, especially reds, oranges and yellows, tend to change after drying. Lighten colors by adding more water or brighten by adding powder pigments To correct an area that is too dark, cover it with a more opaque layer of a lighter color If working on a gessoed plate, correct any mistakes with an eraser or a 1:9 ammonia-water mixture