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Michael Georges · 03-06-2005, 02:40 PM

Jean:

By "thickened" linseed, I assume you are talking about Stand Oil? I think a better medium might incorporate a small amount of a resin (Canada Balsam/Venice Turp) or a varnish (Damar) - for better adhesion. I make a nice medium that incorporates Stand Oil, Canada Balsam, and oil of spike lavender (or turps) that works really nicely.

I don't use OMS or MS in paint, but do use it to clean brushes. I just don't think it mixes with oil paints as well as turpentine or spike.

I know that was not the answer you are looking for, but options are always good to consider...

03-06-2005, 02:40 PM	#2
Michael Georges PAINTING PORTRAITS FROM LIFE MODERATOR FT Professional Joined: Nov 2001 Location: Loveland, CO Posts: 846	Jean: By "thickened" linseed, I assume you are talking about Stand Oil? I think a better medium might incorporate a small amount of a resin (Canada Balsam/Venice Turp) or a varnish (Damar) - for better adhesion. I make a nice medium that incorporates Stand Oil, Canada Balsam, and oil of spike lavender (or turps) that works really nicely. I don't use OMS or MS in paint, but do use it to clean brushes. I just don't think it mixes with oil paints as well as turpentine or spike. I know that was not the answer you are looking for, but options are always good to consider... __________________ Michael Georges www.fineportraitsinoil.com Michael's Life Drawing & Painting Blog Regular and consistent work from life will improve your portraits. Drawing skills are the foundation of all an artist does.