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Khaimraj Seepersad · 06-19-2002, 07:33 AM

Ward,

I wrote to Winsor and Newton and asked that same question. They wrote back and told me yes. As I told you in another forum, be sure to use some form of thinned stand oil, also supplied by W and N.

I can only speak for W and N as I have never tried any other brand. You may wish to stay with earth colours and other traditional pigments.

Here is an image, about 3 years old. Once in a while I add on a bit, here and there. I have also left the picture in a position of extremely bright light with the lower half covered. Strangely enough the coloured part has never yellowed. I discount the white part as this is Titanium Dioxide in safflower oil.

If you still feel unsure, I suggest you write to which ever brand's manufacturer you choose and ask questions.

If need more help as to using the Water Mixable stuff,just use the private message feature of this forum. Others will probably have more to say.

Khaimraj

06-19-2002, 07:33 AM	#2
Khaimraj Seepersad Associate Member Joined: Oct 2001 Location: West Indies, Caribbean Posts: 50	Ward, I wrote to Winsor and Newton and asked that same question. They wrote back and told me yes. As I told you in another forum, be sure to use some form of thinned stand oil, also supplied by W and N. I can only speak for W and N as I have never tried any other brand. You may wish to stay with earth colours and other traditional pigments. Here is an image, about 3 years old. Once in a while I add on a bit, here and there. I have also left the picture in a position of extremely bright light with the lower half covered. Strangely enough the coloured part has never yellowed. I discount the white part as this is Titanium Dioxide in safflower oil. If you still feel unsure, I suggest you write to which ever brand's manufacturer you choose and ask questions. If need more help as to using the Water Mixable stuff,just use the private message feature of this forum. Others will probably have more to say. Khaimraj Attached Images __________________ Khaimraj