{"product_id":"beeswax-paste-michael-harding-250ml","title":"Beeswax Paste Michael Harding","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeeswax Paste is a high oil content paste made from linseed stand oil and pure bleached beeswax. This paste increases the body of oil colour with a satin-matt finish, which is especially useful with opaque colours.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommendation: Add 10-20% to neat oil colour as required.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a light-sensitive product, so store it in a cool, dark place.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBleached beeswax, linseed stand oil, and double rectified turpentine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eDetailed Instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMichael Harding PM4 Beeswax Paste is a medium used in oil painting to add body, texture, and a matte finish to the paint. It is especially useful for impasto techniques and for achieving a more controlled, sculptural application. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to use this medium:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMaterials Needed:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOil paints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrushes and palette knives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePalette\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMichael Harding PM4 Beeswax Paste\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCanvas or painting surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStep-by-Step Guide:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrepare Your Palette:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSqueeze out the oil paints you plan to use onto your palette.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdd the Medium:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace a small amount of Michael Harding PM4 Beeswax Paste next to your oil paints on the palette.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMix the Medium with Paint:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a palette knife to mix the Beeswax Paste with your oil paint. Start with a small amount of paste and gradually add more until you achieve the desired consistency. The paste will thicken the paint and give it a creamy, buttery texture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApply the Paint:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply the thickened paint to your canvas using a brush or palette knife. The beeswax paste adds body to the paint, making it ideal for impasto techniques where you want to create textured, raised surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuild Layers:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou can build up layers of paint mixed with Beeswax Paste. Allow each layer to dry partially if you’re working on a large area, or keep working wet-on-wet for blending and smooth transitions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdjust Texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExperiment with the amount of Beeswax Paste to control the texture and body of the paint. More paste will result in a thicker, more sculptural application, while less paste will provide a subtle texture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish and Drying:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Beeswax Paste will give your paint a matte finish. Keep in mind that the medium will slightly slow down the drying time of your oil paint, giving you more time to work and manipulate the paint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClean Up:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean your brushes and palette knives with a suitable solvent for oil paints, such as MH Miracle Medium or turpentine, followed by soap and water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTips for Best Results:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExperiment with Ratios:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eStart with a small amount of paste and adjust the ratio to find the right balance for your desired texture and body.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLayering Techniques:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eUse the medium to create thick, textured layers, or blend it with less paste for smoother transitions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMatte Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe beeswax paste will give a matte finish to your paint, which can be desirable for certain effects and contrasts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrushes and Knives:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eUse different tools to achieve various textures. Brushes can give a more controlled texture, while palette knives can create bold, expressive strokes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eKeep the medium tightly closed when not in use to prevent it from drying out or becoming contaminated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing Michael Harding PM4 Beeswax Paste can greatly enhance the texture and dimensionality of your oil paintings, allowing for expressive, bold applications of color and texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Michael Harding","offers":[{"title":"100ml","offer_id":48757981380837,"sku":"5060154042689","price":17.78,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"250ml","offer_id":48757981413605,"sku":"5060154042696","price":44.46,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1000ml","offer_id":48757981446373,"sku":"5060154042702","price":104.36,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/8585\/5205\/files\/Bees100ml.avif?v=1777385388","url":"https:\/\/seniorart.com.au\/products\/beeswax-paste-michael-harding-250ml","provider":"Senior Art Supplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}