Cold Wax Medium Workshop - Art Supply List
Below you will find a list of all the necessary items required for your basic art supply list. If you purchase here, I receive a small portion of sales. The price is the same if you buy it though my site or directly from the vendor.
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Gamblin Cold Wax Medium - 16 oz can
A soft paste formulated to knife consistency, Gamblin Cold Wax Medium is made from naturally white unbleached beeswax, alkyd resin, and odorless mineral spirits (OMS), and is used to make oil colors thicker and more matte. It can be thinned to brush consistency by dissolving it in a small amount of OMS. The surface of paintings made with beeswax mediums will become only as hard as a beeswax candle.
Adding Gamblin Galkyd to Cold Wax Medium/oil colors mix will increase the sheen and flexibility of the paint film. Use a small amount to make Galkyd Mediums more matte. Cold Wax Medium contains no oil, so it can be applied as a wax varnish over a dry oil painting.
Blick Painting Knives - Starter, Set of 3 Knives
Mix and manipulate textures using our versatile and extremely flexible steel knives, which are specially treated to help extend the life of the blade while also improving the spreadability of color.
Blick Palette Knives by RGM are tempered and ground by hand for consistent flexibility and quality. They feature solid brass ferrules and ergonomic wood handles that are comfortable to hold.
These handsome palette knives are made exclusively for Blick in Italy by RGM.
Arches Oil Paper Pads - 12'' x 16'', 12 Sheets
Now available in convenient pads, Arches Oil Paper is "ready to use" without preparation. Specifically designed for oil painting, this 100% cotton, 140 lb (300 gsm) paper features a powerful, efficient oil barrier that absorbs water, solvents, and binders evenly while allowing the paint and pigment to remain on the surface. Arches Oil Paper is less brittle and stiff than gessoed papers and resists chipping or cracking, so it can easily be cut to a desired size, rolled, and transported. While it has the soft look and feel of traditional Arches papers, this durable paper has an exceptionally tough surface that withstands palette knife techniques, heavy brushing with stiff bristle brushes, and even wet paint removal with turpentine and a rag. Arches Oil Paper is acid-free and contains no optical brighteners, which means your artwork will stand the test of time. The pads have a fold-over cover, glued on the short side.
Blick Studio Newsprint Pad - 18'' x 24'', 100 Sheets
A school favorite for drawing and a great Blick value, this standard-weight paper has a strong surface and a natural color.
Blick Studio Newsprint is ideal for practice sketches with pencils, pastels, or charcoal. The pads feature a heavy cardboard backing and are tapebound on the short side.
30 lb (49 gsm).
Made in Canada.
Gamblin Gamsol Odorless Mineral Spirits - 16.9 oz bottle
Gamsol is an excellent solvent for thinning Gamblin mediums and for general painting. It evaporates 100% and leaves no residue in paint layers. Gamsol is less toxic than other brands of OMS (Odorless Mineral Spirits), mineral spirits, or turpentine because the harmful aromatic solvent component has been removed. It's also useful for studio and brush cleanup.
An excellent solvent for thinning Gamblin mediums, for general painting, and for studio and brush cleanup. It evaporates completely, leaving no residue, and the absence of the aromatic solvent component means painters can work with Gamsol five times longer than turpentine without adverse health effects.
Gamblin Galkyd Lite - 4.2 oz bottle
Gamblin offers a great range of contemporary mediums. Using today's safer materials, they recreate the properties of traditional mediums.
Formulated to thin oil colors and maintain strong flexible paint films, with a viscosity similar to that of a traditional dammar/refined linseed oil/turpentine painting medium. It will leave brush strokes in thicker layers and allow a longer working time (approximately three hours). Glazes are slightly less glossy than those made with traditional mediums or Galkyd.
Aluminum Table Easel
Weighing just 8 oz, this easel is easy to take along on all your art adventures. Compact yet sturdy, it holds a canvas, board, or pad up to 22" high. When you're done, simply fold it up and slip it in your bag. It's also great for display. Crafted of anodized aluminum, this easel measures 22½"H × 17½"W × 12"D. The tray is 16" wide.
Blick Studio Artists' Board - 11'' x 14'' x 1-1/2'', Gallery
These ready-to-paint panels primed with acrylic gesso provide an exceptional painting surface for oils and acrylics. The fine, canvas-like tooth of the surface allows for great brush control and intensity of color. Gently sanding the surface of the board with very fine sandpaper produces an even finer tooth or a totally smooth surface, ideal for detail work, while still retaining the layer of gesso.
The 3/8" Flat panel is heavy-duty , warp-resistant MDF that will stand solidly on an easel. Frame it or simply hang it on a wall using the built-in hang hole.
The 3/4" (2 cm) Traditional panel is framable, while the 1-1/2" (4 cm) Gallery panel requires no framing. Both feature a cradled birch plywood frame mounted flush to the edge of the panel. The sides can be stained, waxed, or painted if desired.
These are affordable, acrylic gessoed boards for artists, students, and leisure painters!
Ampersand Value Series Artist Panel - Textured, 12'' x 16'', 1-1/2'' Cradle
Ampersand quality, affordably priced!
Ampersand's Value Series Artist Panels are crafted specifically for students, hobbyists, and budget-minded professionals. Manufactured to the highest quality standards, they have many advantages over stretched canvases and are a conservator's first choice for a painting support. They are less susceptible to moisture, never sag or stretch like canvas, and are simple to hang, framed or unframed.
When you're ready to step up to professional quality, try Ampersand Museum Series Panels such as Gessobord, Claybord, Hardbord, Aquabord, Pastelbord, and Encausticbord.
ArtGraf Artists Tailors Chalk - Black Carbon
An exciting tool for drawing and painting on wet or dry surfaces, ArtGraf Pigmented Tailor Chalk has a shape inspired by the chalk used by tailors to mark fabric. Soft, rich, and watersouble, these unique tools feature an exclusive blend of pigments and binders. Ideal for travel or studio use, ArtGraf Pigmented Tailor Chalks come in a variety of colors and sets. Each chalk measures 1-3/4" × 2" .
Gamblin Artists' Oil Color - Warm White, 150 ml tube
Gamblin Artist's Oil Colors are crafted by hand with the well-being of artists, their work, and the environment in mind. True to historic working properties, yet safer and more permanent, they combine the best traditions of the past with the latest technical innovations, giving you the freedom to create without compromise.
Made with the finest grades of pigment available (yes, there are differences), Gamblin Artist's Oils have luscious working properties, and each color possesses unique characteristics in terms of texture, undertone, and tinting strength. The range of colors includes both historically accurate paints and modern, synthetically derived hues. For everything from traditional realism to contemporary abstraction, you'll find your ideal colors within the Gamblin line.
All Gamblin Artist's Oil Paints are completely non-toxic when used as recommended. Most are made with alkali-refined linseed oil as a binder, which creates a strong, flexible paint film and yellows significantly less than cold press linseed oil, the traditional binder in oil paints. Select colors use safflower oil as a binder. Not only are these vegetable oils completely non-toxic, they are commonly used in health and beauty products, so you can trust in their safety.
Gamblin Artist's Oil Color - Titanium White, 150 ml tube
Gamblin Artist's Oil Colors are crafted by hand with the well-being of artists, their work, and the environment in mind. True to historic working properties, yet safer and more permanent, they combine the best traditions of the past with the latest technical innovations, giving you the freedom to create without compromise.
Made with the finest grades of pigment available (yes, there are differences), Gamblin Artist's Oils have luscious working properties, and each color possesses unique characteristics in terms of texture, undertone, and tinting strength. The range of colors includes both historically accurate paints and modern, synthetically derived hues. For everything from traditional realism to contemporary abstraction, you'll find your ideal colors within the Gamblin line.
All Gamblin Artist's Oil Paints are completely non-toxic when used as recommended. Most are made with alkali-refined linseed oil as a binder, which creates a strong, flexible paint film and yellows significantly less than cold press linseed oil, the traditional binder in oil paints. Select colors use safflower oil as a binder. Not only are these vegetable oils completely non-toxic, they are commonly used in health and beauty products, so you can trust in their safety.
Gamblin Artist's Oil Color - Brown Pink, 37 ml tube
All Gamblin Artist's Oil Paints are completely non-toxic when used as recommended. Most are made with alkali-refined linseed oil as a binder, which creates a strong, flexible paint film and yellows significantly less than cold press linseed oil, the traditional binder in oil paints. Select colors use safflower oil as a binder. Not only are these vegetable oils completely non-toxic, they are commonly used in health and beauty products, so you can trust in their safety.
Gamblin Artist's Oil Color - Raw Umber, 37 ml tube
All Gamblin Artist's Oil Paints are completely non-toxic when used as recommended. Most are made with alkali-refined linseed oil as a binder, which creates a strong, flexible paint film and yellows significantly less than cold press linseed oil, the traditional binder in oil paints. Select colors use safflower oil as a binder. Not only are these vegetable oils completely non-toxic, they are commonly used in health and beauty products, so you can trust in their safety.
Gamblin Artist's Oil Color - Sap Green, 37 ml tube
All Gamblin Artist's Oil Paints are completely non-toxic when used as recommended. Most are made with alkali-refined linseed oil as a binder, which creates a strong, flexible paint film and yellows significantly less than cold press linseed oil, the traditional binder in oil paints. Select colors use safflower oil as a binder. Not only are these vegetable oils completely non-toxic, they are commonly used in health and beauty products, so you can trust in their safety.
Gamblin Artist's Oil Color - Dioxazine Purple, 37 ml tube
All Gamblin Artist's Oil Paints are completely non-toxic when used as recommended. Most are made with alkali-refined linseed oil as a binder, which creates a strong, flexible paint film and yellows significantly less than cold press linseed oil, the traditional binder in oil paints. Select colors use safflower oil as a binder. Not only are these vegetable oils completely non-toxic, they are commonly used in health and beauty products, so you can trust in their safety.
Gamblin Artist's Oil Color - Cadmium Green, 37 ml tube
All Gamblin Artist's Oil Paints are completely non-toxic when used as recommended. Most are made with alkali-refined linseed oil as a binder, which creates a strong, flexible paint film and yellows significantly less than cold press linseed oil, the traditional binder in oil paints. Select colors use safflower oil as a binder. Not only are these vegetable oils completely non-toxic, they are commonly used in health and beauty products, so you can trust in their safety.
Gamblin Artist's Oil Color - Cobalt Blue, 37 ml tube
All Gamblin Artist's Oil Paints are completely non-toxic when used as recommended. Most are made with alkali-refined linseed oil as a binder, which creates a strong, flexible paint film and yellows significantly less than cold press linseed oil, the traditional binder in oil paints. Select colors use safflower oil as a binder. Not only are these vegetable oils completely non-toxic, they are commonly used in health and beauty products, so you can trust in their safety.
Gamblin Artist's Oil Color - Phthalo Blue, 37 ml tube
All Gamblin Artist's Oil Paints are completely non-toxic when used as recommended. Most are made with alkali-refined linseed oil as a binder, which creates a strong, flexible paint film and yellows significantly less than cold press linseed oil, the traditional binder in oil paints. Select colors use safflower oil as a binder. Not only are these vegetable oils completely non-toxic, they are commonly used in health and beauty products, so you can trust in their safety.
Gamblin Artist's Oil Color - Transparent Orange, 37 ml tube
All Gamblin Artist's Oil Paints are completely non-toxic when used as recommended. Most are made with alkali-refined linseed oil as a binder, which creates a strong, flexible paint film and yellows significantly less than cold press linseed oil, the traditional binder in oil paints. Select colors use safflower oil as a binder. Not only are these vegetable oils completely non-toxic, they are commonly used in health and beauty products, so you can trust in their safety.
Gamblin Artist's Oil Color - Hansa Yellow Medium, 37 ml tube
All Gamblin Artist's Oil Paints are completely non-toxic when used as recommended. Most are made with alkali-refined linseed oil as a binder, which creates a strong, flexible paint film and yellows significantly less than cold press linseed oil, the traditional binder in oil paints. Select colors use safflower oil as a binder. Not only are these vegetable oils completely non-toxic, they are commonly used in health and beauty products, so you can trust in their safety.
Gamblin Artist's Oil Color - Cadmium Orange, 37 ml tube
All Gamblin Artist's Oil Paints are completely non-toxic when used as recommended. Most are made with alkali-refined linseed oil as a binder, which creates a strong, flexible paint film and yellows significantly less than cold press linseed oil, the traditional binder in oil paints. Select colors use safflower oil as a binder. Not only are these vegetable oils completely non-toxic, they are commonly used in health and beauty products, so you can trust in their safety.
Gamblin Artist's Oil Color - Indian Yellow, 37 ml tube
All Gamblin Artist's Oil Paints are completely non-toxic when used as recommended. Most are made with alkali-refined linseed oil as a binder, which creates a strong, flexible paint film and yellows significantly less than cold press linseed oil, the traditional binder in oil paints. Select colors use safflower oil as a binder. Not only are these vegetable oils completely non-toxic, they are commonly used in health and beauty products, so you can trust in their safety.
Gamblin Artist's Oil Color - Cadmium Red Light, 37 ml tube
All Gamblin Artist's Oil Paints are completely non-toxic when used as recommended. Most are made with alkali-refined linseed oil as a binder, which creates a strong, flexible paint film and yellows significantly less than cold press linseed oil, the traditional binder in oil paints. Select colors use safflower oil as a binder. Not only are these vegetable oils completely non-toxic, they are commonly used in health and beauty products, so you can trust in their safety.
Gamblin Artist's Oil Color - Alizarin Crimson, 37 ml tube
All Gamblin Artist's Oil Paints are completely non-toxic when used as recommended. Most are made with alkali-refined linseed oil as a binder, which creates a strong, flexible paint film and yellows significantly less than cold press linseed oil, the traditional binder in oil paints. Select colors use safflower oil as a binder. Not only are these vegetable oils completely non-toxic, they are commonly used in health and beauty products, so you can trust in their safety.
Gamblin Artist's Oil Color - Transparent Earth Yellow, 37 ml tube
All Gamblin Artist's Oil Paints are completely non-toxic when used as recommended. Most are made with alkali-refined linseed oil as a binder, which creates a strong, flexible paint film and yellows significantly less than cold press linseed oil, the traditional binder in oil paints. Select colors use safflower oil as a binder. Not only are these vegetable oils completely non-toxic, they are commonly used in health and beauty products, so you can trust in their safety.
Gamblin Artist's Oil Color - Payne's Gray, 37 ml tube
All Gamblin Artist's Oil Paints are completely non-toxic when used as recommended. Most are made with alkali-refined linseed oil as a binder, which creates a strong, flexible paint film and yellows significantly less than cold press linseed oil, the traditional binder in oil paints. Select colors use safflower oil as a binder. Not only are these vegetable oils completely non-toxic, they are commonly used in health and beauty products, so you can trust in their safety.
Gamblin Artist's Oil Color - Mars Black, 37 ml tube
All Gamblin Artist's Oil Paints are completely non-toxic when used as recommended. Most are made with alkali-refined linseed oil as a binder, which creates a strong, flexible paint film and yellows significantly less than cold press linseed oil, the traditional binder in oil paints. Select colors use safflower oil as a binder. Not only are these vegetable oils completely non-toxic, they are commonly used in health and beauty products, so you can trust in their safety.
Gamblin Artist's Oil Color - Yellow Ochre, 37 ml tube
All Gamblin Artist's Oil Paints are completely non-toxic when used as recommended. Most are made with alkali-refined linseed oil as a binder, which creates a strong, flexible paint film and yellows significantly less than cold press linseed oil, the traditional binder in oil paints. Select colors use safflower oil as a binder. Not only are these vegetable oils completely non-toxic, they are commonly used in health and beauty products, so you can trust in their safety.
Gamblin Artist's Oil Color - Green Gold, 37 ml tube
All Gamblin Artist's Oil Paints are completely non-toxic when used as recommended. Most are made with alkali-refined linseed oil as a binder, which creates a strong, flexible paint film and yellows significantly less than cold press linseed oil, the traditional binder in oil paints. Select colors use safflower oil as a binder. Not only are these vegetable oils completely non-toxic, they are commonly used in health and beauty products, so you can trust in their safety.
Gamblin Artist's Oil Color - Radiant Turquoise, 37 ml tube
All Gamblin Artist's Oil Paints are completely non-toxic when used as recommended. Most are made with alkali-refined linseed oil as a binder, which creates a strong, flexible paint film and yellows significantly less than cold press linseed oil, the traditional binder in oil paints. Select colors use safflower oil as a binder. Not only are these vegetable oils completely non-toxic, they are commonly used in health and beauty products, so you can trust in their safety.
Gamblin Artist's Oil Color - Cadmium Yellow Medium, 37 ml tube
All Gamblin Artist's Oil Paints are completely non-toxic when used as recommended. Most are made with alkali-refined linseed oil as a binder, which creates a strong, flexible paint film and yellows significantly less than cold press linseed oil, the traditional binder in oil paints. Select colors use safflower oil as a binder. Not only are these vegetable oils completely non-toxic, they are commonly used in health and beauty products, so you can trust in their safety.
General's Charcoal Powder - 2.4 oz
Ideal for toning, shading, and adding unique textures to drawings and mixed media art, General's Charcoal Powder is a professional-quality artist's media with a smooth, bold formula. It blends well with charcoal pencils, pastels, and other drawing formulas. Use it to cover large areas with fingers or a chamois, or use a brush for wet application.
Made in the USA.
Multimedia Artboard Pack - 9'' x 12'' x 1/32'', White, 5 Sheets
Multimedia Artboard accepts both oil and water-based paints without buckling or warping. A new formulation of artboard, it is made with paper and thermal-set epoxy resin, allowing media to adhere to the surface without penetration. Whatever media you are using holds a definite edge, with no bleed.
The surface can be erased, scraped, and sanded, and both front and back are usable surfaces (one side is smoother than the other). Multimedia Artboard is laboratory-tested and is rated archival quality, with a neutral pH factor of 6.5. Boards are 1/32" (approximately 0.8 mm) thick.
R&F Pigment Stick - King's Blue, 38 ml stick
Reap the benefits of high quality oil paints while enjoying the freedom to draw directly on your surface, without the distancing factor of the brush. Handmade and richly pigmented, R&F Pigment Sticks are comparable in quality to the finest tube oil paints. They have a lipstick soft consistency that gives them the same fluidity, subtlety, and durability of traditional oil colors. R&F Pigment Sticks are handmade in small batches, carefully milled and molded using the finest natural wax, linseed oil, and pigment. There are no driers, extenders or other additives that are commonly used in industrial production. Extremely portable, Pigment Sticks can be layered or mixed with traditional fine oil paints and mediums. They dry to a durable film, and can be used on any support proper for oil or encaustic painting. Small sticks are 38 ml, with approximately the same amount of pigment as a standard tube of artist oil paint, medium sticks are 100 ml, and large sticks are 188 ml. To learn more about R&F Pigment Sticks colors, drying rates, and transparency ratings, please visit the Resources tab of this page.
R&F Pigment Stick - Ultramarine Blue, 38 ml
Reap the benefits of high quality oil paints while enjoying the freedom to draw directly on your surface, without the distancing factor of the brush. Handmade and richly pigmented, R&F Pigment Sticks are comparable in quality to the finest tube oil paints. They have a lipstick soft consistency that gives them the same fluidity, subtlety, and durability of traditional oil colors. R&F Pigment Sticks are handmade in small batches, carefully milled and molded using the finest natural wax, linseed oil, and pigment. There are no driers, extenders or other additives that are commonly used in industrial production. Extremely portable, Pigment Sticks can be layered or mixed with traditional fine oil paints and mediums. They dry to a durable film, and can be used on any support proper for oil or encaustic painting. Small sticks are 38 ml, with approximately the same amount of pigment as a standard tube of artist oil paint, medium sticks are 100 ml, and large sticks are 188 ml. To learn more about R&F Pigment Sticks colors, drying rates, and transparency ratings, please visit the Resources tab of this page.
Fiskars Non-Stick Scissors
Innovative Fiskars Non-Stick Scissors cut through glue, tape, and other adhesives without any damage to the blades. The stainless steel blades have a non-stick coating, so sticky materials wipe off easily with a water-dampened cloth. For right-handed users. Backed by a manufacturer's lifetime warranty.
Blick Premier Snap Off Knife and Blades
A sharp new blade in a snap — that's what you get with the Blick Premier Snap Off Knife. Use this convenient knife for virtually effortless cuts on materials including cardboard, posterboard, mounting board, foamboard, wallpaper, contact paper, stencils, and more. Unlike most comparable knives equipped with single-hone steel blades, our knife boasts high-tempered Japanese black steel blades — offering an extremely sharp edge that stays sharper over multiple cuts. An auto lock mechanism keeps the blade from slipping during use. And with the segmented blade design, there's always a fresh, sharp blade ready to go — just use the built-in blade snapper or a pair of pliers to remove the dull edge. The slim profile handle is made of lightweight, impact-resistant ABS plastic for comfortable use without hand fatigue. The Blick Premier Snap Off Knife comes with three segmented blade units, each containing 13 segments (for a total of 39 blades). Use this knife only with Blick Premier Snap Off Knife Blades, sold in a package of 10 segmented blade units, each with 13 segments (for a total of 130 blades).
Princeton Wedge - Shape 6
Ergonomically designed to fit in the palm of your hand, Princeton Catalyst Wedges and Contours are exciting new tools for creative expression.
Made of solid nylon, Contours feel natural in your hand with their comfort-touch finish. Their hanging holes are a big help when it comes to studio organization.
Offered in six shapes, Wedges are made of flexible, FDA-approved silicone.
They're at home with all heavy body paints — oils, acrylics, and water mixable oils — as well as plaster, clay, and even food crafts. Because they're heat-resistant, they excel with encaustics.
Cleanup is a breeze with Catalyst Wedges and Contours — in most cases it can be done with mild soap and water. Solvent-resistant, they are simple to wipe clean, and dried paint can easily be peeled off their surfaces. They're also dishwasher safe.
Black Vinyl Gloves, Pkg of 10
I suggest you get at least two packets of these. You will go through a lot of gloves in this messy process. I use about 2 pairs a day minimally.
These long-lasting gloves are powder-coated to slip on your hands more easily. Made of durable vinyl, Edge gloves by Grafix withstand more abuse than most rubber gloves on the market — great for all-day mural projects where keeping your hands protected from paints and solvents is critical. The pack contains 10 gloves (five pairs).
Aluminum Table Easel
Weighing just 8 oz, this easel is easy to take along on all your art adventures. Compact yet sturdy, it holds a canvas, board, or pad up to 22" high. When you're done, simply fold it up and slip it in your bag. It's also great for display. Crafted of anodized aluminum, this easel measures 22½"H × 17½"W × 12"D. The tray is 16" wide.
Strathmore 500 Series Writing Journal - 11'' x 8-1/2'', Hardbound, Blank
Strathmore celebrates thoughtful communication, the timeless art of calligraphy, and the physical act of putting tangible ink to beautiful paper with a line of high-quality writing products. Featuring classic 25% cotton Strathmore 500 Series Writing Paper, these beautiful journals allow individuals to chronicle their own experiences. Strathmore 500 Series Writing Journals feature natural white, acid-free paper that is compatible with a variety of writing instruments. Perfect for calligraphy and hand-lettering , they feature a lightly textured, navy blue, rigid cover with sewn binding. Choose blank pages or non-photo blue lined pages. The blue lines will disappear when photographed or scanned. The paper is 24 lb (90 gsm) . Made in the USA.
Grafix Stencil Film - 9'' x 12'', Blue, Sheets, Pkg of 4
Tough, non-tear Mylar stencil film lets you create or copy designs and turn them instantly into templates. Simply draw or trace your design with a pen, cut out with scissors or utility knife, and you're ready to stencil. Grafix Stencil Film cuts easily with a scissors, craft knife, die-cut machine or stencil cutter. It can be used over and over without tearing or losing its ability to lay flat.