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Crash Course Part I: Grounds & Pigment Classification

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  • 247 West 29th St, New York, NY
  • 2 hours

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Crash Course Part 1: Grounds, Gesso, and Pigment Classification

Find out why the ground is just as important as the paint you put on top of it. There are many kinds of gesso for all particular applications. We want to show you how to make it yourself!

Topics include:

  • How to properly dissolve rabbit skin glue, the function of chalk, tinted grounds, PVA sizing, and  customized absorbent grounds. 
  • We will also give an overview of pigment “families,’’ and their attributes in different paint binders. 
  • Find out where pigments come from and how they are processed.
  • Learn proper storage, handling, and clean-up procedures for dry pigments.

Bring the following:

  • Pen and paper for notes
  • Apron and dust mask
  • Studio shoes

This workshop is intended for both the beginner and advanced painter looking to get a firmer grasp on the inate qualities of pigments and the ground it stacks on top of.

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Kremer Pigments

Kremer Pigments has been rediscovering and producing historical pigments since 1977, offering over 1,000 mineral pigments—including rare and traditional colors like Fra Angelico Blue and genuine Sepia—crafted from precious stones and natural materials. With a vast selection of both historical and modern pigments, binders, and additives, their New York City shop serves artists, conservators, and craftspeople seeking unmatched quality and authenticity.

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