I mixed these with polymerized linseed oil to make non-toxic oil paints. They are so rich and beautiful!
This is the second time I buy Natural Earth Paint's Natural Varnish and I couldn't be happier.
these akrylic paint is simply fantastic and easier to work with, without the process of mixing the paint myself (to which is the magic) within the process of discovery and results. Thank you, for making my craft less cumbersome, natural earth paint staff.
As a professional artist, I need top grade acrylics to ensure my paintings are at their very best. The bar is set high and it is a joy to find out that these heavy body natural acrylik paints surpassed my expectations! They blend beautifully, the colors are rich in pigment, and they maintain their consistency when using a sta-wet palette. Thank you for providing artists these quality paints to work with!!
I don’t know why I waited so long to get this. Works great for mixing the pigments. Easy to clean. I love it.
The paper holds up to heavy oil paints and solvents. It's fun and easy to paint on. The size makes it easy to transport. It's my new go-to sketchbook!
I am a professional artist, and I HATE varnishing. I hate it because of the toxicity; having to mask up, cover up, do it outside, etc. This varnish changes everything. Not only does it not smell bad it, almost smells nice. It went on smooth and thin, perfect for multiple coats when needed. I have attempted over the years to learn how to paint without paint thinners and other toxic ingredients. This is one more addition to my quest. Thank you Natural Earth Paint for making this product.
I have purchased and used two of these. One with oil and one with Acryliks. I find them to be very high quality. They are sturdy, well made and don't bend on me. I would not hesitate to try these out. I find the unfinished wood handle comfortable to grip.
I used my pigments for the first time and my only regret is that I didn't just get the sample pack to start with. A little bit goes a long way, and the first color I tested with was so lovely now I want them all!
The product itself works well. However, the cap on the 8oz bottle almost immediately broke when I accidentally over-tightened it. Personally I'd love to have more guidance on how to use/dispose of this properly. But overall I am pleased with my purchase
I am very new to mixing my own inks (for block printing) and WOW -- this tool made it very easy, and I'm extremely pleased with the results. Beautiful color, smooth ink, and best of all -- the inks don't dry out in 10 minutes like the typical pre-mixed variety!
I have not used this for making paint, but I use the palette and knife everyday for oil painting. You can tell these are high quality materials. I think the knife will last a good long time. I really am hard on it. The palette fits inside the Masterson's Artist Palette Seal container with the blue lid. I put some clove oil on a cotton pad in there when I seal it up to make the paint stay wet longer. Don't let it touch your paint or it will never dry, though!
This is a great replacement for gloss medium with very few differences. First, do realize it is extremely glossy. If you don't want that, I would look at their new matte medium. It is also possible you could mix the two to get your desired sheen. One reviewer noted that it stays sticky even after 24 hours. It is VERY sticky when wet and does remain a bit "sticky" after it dries. I did find that it becomes less so as time goes on. I like to use it to bring a rich gloss to the paint film and to seal layers that I have either watered down too much or use a dry medium like pastel. I have also found that it is useful for making your own paint. Until they come up with a warm yellow, I have gotten an diarylide yellow aqueous dispersion from another company to easily mix with it. Powdered pigments are generally hydrophobic and thus it takes more effort to mull it into the medium. But the dispersions come pre-wetted so to speak. It has helped to round out my color selection. I find the jar too difficult for my hands to open after use, so I decant it into old vitamin bottles. But using it from squeeze bottles has been a game changer. Looking forward to trying the new matte version! I'll be posting my reviews on a lot of their products on my Youtube channel soon. https://www.youtube.com/@ArtBreathPaintAir
I was hunting for a natural, plant derived varnished. I was thrilled to find it and use it often to seal natural materials like leaves. It works perfectly!
I was getting so sick from OMS and when I found this I fell in love. I've replaced all OMS with this and I think it's worth the cost ten times over. Being able to work non-toxic means so much!
I've been using this for years and it's worth every penny. I love the non-yellowing and it improves drying time.
Recently I completed 4 paintings which were painted with Natural Earth Pigments in oil. It took me a while to transition over to dry pigment and I am so happy I have! Your colors are beautiful and mix so well together. They last a long time as well. After leaving town for a week, I came home to find my mixed paints still moist and ready to use a good two weeks after I had mixed them. I had left them on my paper palette in the plastic palette box, covered them with natural plastic wrap and then put the tight lid on the box. I am thrilled! So much less waste and far less harmful to the environment. I am thrilled!
I could not be more pleased and grateful that you make this product available to artists. Ecosolve can be used for thinning paint, making stains, cleaning brushes, sketching, paint removal, etc, etc, and all of it can be done in a non-toxic manner. Love this product. It's one of the very best things you make re keeping humans healthy and creative. Thank you!!
I make my own watercolor paints and was happy to discover Natural Earth Paint a few years ago. The pigments are rich and beautiful and make truly gorgeous paint. I am a very happy repeat customer! :)
Works well with most pigments especially the ones you make. With other pigments from other companies like Shungite, Prussian Blue from Natural Pigments, even with the muller, it doesn't bind 100 percent leaving granules of pigments, so Im just curious why it doesn't bind the similarly to some pigments like oils do. But I love it other wise. I use all of your heavy body acrylics and some fluid and continue to make my own paint with this.
My granddaughter and I had a fabulous time painting the hearts
A wonderful activity and would highly recommend for all adults entertaining young children
These jars were great for my pigments! They are easy to open/close and seem tightly sealed enough to keep things fresh and free of moisture