Being able to make paint from pigment powder is empowering and opens up possibilities. While the steps are straightforward, one might have to experiment for a while to get to a formulation that works for a specific application. In this article we provide a general recipe for making acrylic paints from scratch. Please keep in ... Read more| Just Paint
“Flaming youth, our flag is flying ” I grew up in Rochester, NY, and have always loved music. When I was three or four I got a little acoustic guitar, but once I discovered the band KISS, I needed to rock. I took guitar lessons and begged for an electric guitar, which I eventually got […] The post Beyond 10,000 Hours Featuring: John Gaenzler appeared first on Play MPE.| Play MPE
In a previous article “The Science and Seduction of Luminescent Colorants“, we discussed what makes Fluorescent and Phosphorescent pigments unique. To summarize, electrons can be charged with light energy, causing them to become excited and temporarily jump to a higher orbit. As they release this energy in the form of photons (light), it results in ... Read more| Just Paint
December 17, 2024 Editor’s Note: To make this article as relevant as possible, we have updated it with new and more timely resources that we hope you find helpful. As always, if you need further assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our Materials & Applications Specialist team at help@goldenpaints.com. Obviously in any emergency ... Read more| Just Paint
Today’s artist has access to an abundance of colorants, including Fluorescent and Phosphorescent pigments, which are members of the “Luminescent Family”. Few, if any, other colorants rival their vibrant allure. Whether applied as paint or encapsulated in resins, glass or plastic, these materials have always held an aura of mystery and intrigue. Part of this ... Read more| Just Paint
