Raw sienna and burnt sienna

Raw sienna and burnt sienna are very versatile and utilized colors in the decorative painter’s palette. RS – RAW SIENNA Origins:  A mineral pigment from soil found in Sienna, Italy – thus it’s name. Color:    a warm, yellowish, earthy tonality with tones of orange Opacity:  medium transparency Uses:  Raw sienna, when mixed with UB (ultramarine […]

Reversible and Non-reversible Medium

There are many uses for both reversible and non-reversible mediums in decorative painting.  A reversible medium can be taken back to a glaze with water (or alcohol like shellac).  Non-reversible mediums are far more common and are permanent (unless a solvent is used to remove). Reversible Mediums: Gouache Glaze = Gum Arabic + H2O + […]