Oil paint is a type of slow-drying paint that consists of particles of pigment suspended in a drying oil. The viscosity of the paint may be modified by the addition of a solvent (turpentine or white spirit), and varnish. Suitable to all different surfaces
Acrylic paint is a fast-drying paint based on 100% acrylic resin. Acrylic paints are water soluble, but become water-resistant when dry. It can be diluted with water or acrylic gels, mediums, or pastes, or have its own unique characteristics.
Watercolour is a painting method in which the paints are made of pigments suspended in a water-soluble vehicle. Watercolours are usually transparent, can also be made opaque by adding Chinese white. The most common suport is a watercolour paper.
Gouache (tempera) is a type of opaque paint consisting of pigment and a binding agent. Gouache paints are usually mixed with water. Not water-resistant when dry. Suitable on many surfaces (paper, cardboard, canvas, wood and etc.)
Ink is a liquid or paste that contains pigments or dyes and is used to color a surface to produce an image, text, or design. Ink is used for drawing or writing with a pen, brush, or quill. Thicker inks are used in letterpress and lithography printing.
Aerosol paint (also called spray paint) is a type of paint that comes in a sealed pressurized container and is released in a fine spray mist when depressing a valve button. Spray paint leaves a smooth, evenly coated surface, unlike many rolled or brushed
A range of auxiliary materials for almost every painting technique.They ensure a good technical composition of the work or change the properties of the artist's paint.
Printing inks are designed to work a wide range of techniques: etching, lino printing, litography by making etchings, monotypes, linocuts, and etc. The printing inks are oil or water-based.
Pigment (lot. Pigmentum - paint) organic or inorganic substance with a color. The pigment absorbs one part of the spectrum and spend (or reflect) the other. Such a selective pigment acquires color.
Tools for the restauration and conservation, leaf gilding
