What is Casein Paint?

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Note:at about 18:29 I misspoke. I apologize; I intended to say that casein was used to make those paints, not to make those pigments. To be clear, casein is the binder. Sorry about that!

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[INCWorks]

I'd heard of casein but hadn't really considered using it. The fact that you can add gouache on top of it, without smearing, is a great feature. I like how James Gurney is a proponent of gouache and casein. He also seems very present/accessible on social media. Thanks for this helpful video!

[suzcrook]

I use Richeson’s casein paints . I don’t find they smell at all, at least not as bad as some oil paints do. I really enjoy using them. You can use them as a base for oils too but I just like layering/using the paint as it is. It’s good fun to use in a sketchbook and mixed media. You can use as a wash or put it on thicker with a knife, it’s very versatile! Prefer it to gouache to be honest.

[LewisLittle]

Thank you for sharing this! (It was me who asked about them a month or so ago). Very interesting, and nice to know that they can be mixed with gouache. Your "weird" set of colours looks like they'll be good for landscapes, with all those earthy tones. Thank you!

[awatercolourist]

2nd! I’ve never used casein before, so I was delighted to see how the paints swatch and mix.

[trondsi]

I have painted with casein, and found it a bit odd to handle. You really have to get used to how bright they dry. But then, looking at them again, I realize some of my favorite works are my casein paintings :D

[diannedupuis]

Thank you for a very informative and interesting video!

wow in amazon spain each tube of color costs around 30 or 40$. Reaaally expensive.

[awatercolourist]

If casein paint dries on a brush, how do you clean it?

[awatercolourist]

Does the Master’s Brush Cleaner have any abrasives in it?

[kstutz]

Confused. What would be the benefit of using casein versus gouache or watercolor?