{"product_id":"resin-oil-wax-medium-michael-harding-250ml","title":"Resin Oil Wax Medium Michael Harding","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMichael Harding Resin Oil Wax Medium is a soft painting paste that’s derived from pure bleached beeswax and mixed with Dammar resin and linseed stand oil. This popular medium creates a satin sheen and gentle impasto in paint layers. Settling of the medium may occur, so stand the jar in hot water and stir contents until dissolved. \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 that should be stored in a cool, dark place.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBleached beeswax, Dammar resin, linseed stand oil, and double rectified turpentine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvailable in 100ml, 250ml, and 1 litre\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHOW TO USE:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMichael Harding PM3 Resin Oil Wax Medium is a versatile medium designed to enhance the texture, gloss, and handling of oil paints. It combines the properties of resin, oil, and wax, making it suitable for various techniques, including glazing, impasto, and creating a smooth, buttery consistency. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to use this medium:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaterials Needed:\u003c\/h3\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 PM3 Resin Oil Wax Medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCanvas or painting surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStep-by-Step Guide:\u003c\/h3\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\u003ePour a small amount of Michael Harding PM3 Resin Oil Wax Medium into a separate container or onto a clean area of your palette. You can always add more as needed.\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 or brush to mix the Resin Oil Wax Medium with your oil paint. Start with a small amount of medium and gradually add more until you achieve the desired consistency. The medium will make the paint more fluid, glossy, and slightly thicker.\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 mixture to your canvas using a brush or palette knife. The medium enhances the flow and gloss of the paint, making it suitable for both fine details and broader, textured applications.\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\u003eFor glazing, use thin layers of paint mixed with the medium to build up depth and richness in your painting. Allow each layer to dry before applying the next. For thicker applications, you can still use the medium to maintain a smooth, glossy finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrying Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Resin Oil Wax Medium will slightly speed up the drying time of your oil paints compared to using paint alone, while still allowing for flexibility in blending and working wet-on-wet.\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 medium and adjust the ratio to find the right balance for your painting technique. More medium will increase gloss and flow, while less will maintain more of the paint’s original body.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmooth Transitions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eUse the medium to create smooth gradients and transitions in your painting. It’s especially useful for blending colors seamlessly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnhance Gloss:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe medium adds a glossy finish to the paint, which can be beneficial for final layers or specific highlights.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse Soft Brushes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFor glazing and smooth applications, use soft brushes to avoid visible brushstrokes and achieve a more refined finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTexture Control:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe wax component helps to control the texture of the paint, making it ideal for impasto techniques where you want to create thick, textured surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing Michael Harding PM3 Resin Oil Wax Medium can significantly enhance the quality and versatility of your oil painting, allowing for a wide range of techniques from fine glazing to rich, glossy layers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Michael Harding","offers":[{"title":"100ml","offer_id":48757514043621,"sku":"5060154042658","price":23.45,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"250ml","offer_id":48757514076389,"sku":"5060154042665","price":35.78,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1000ml","offer_id":48757514109157,"sku":"5060154042672","price":100.13,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/8585\/5205\/files\/Resin-Oilwax100ml.jpg?v=1777379700","url":"https:\/\/seniorart.com.au\/products\/resin-oil-wax-medium-michael-harding-250ml","provider":"Senior Art Supplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}