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I don't even paint with oils (oil pastels don't count) but I appreciate this discussion. There are tons of mediums out there...

Liquin loosens up the paint and makes it dry faster, but smells and becomes glossy. I use it for detail work. The glossiness doesn't...

I’ve never heard of the Archival brand, Bethany, so thank you for pointing it out. I can’t tolerate fumes either.

I like "Archival" brand lean medium. I am very sensitive to strong smells, so this is ideal. I only use a tiny amount- it speeds up the...

Hermes, Liquin for glazing sure works well for you. Maybe I’ll see how far I can get with the oils alone and a medium won’t be...

As I've stated elsewhere, I use Liquin, but only for glazing. For other applications I use paint straight out of the tube, with no added...

Just knowing that you paint just fine without mediums helps so thanks Wayne. Less stickiness sounds like a real plus.

Can’t help. I don’t use anything but cold wax and I use it as it makes the paint less sticky and it cures faster with a matte finish. I...

I'm wondering what, if any, mediums those of you who paint with oils use. I have Gamblin Solvent-free gel which I have used once or...

Next, more lots of color.

Hello, I'm Glen, from the leafy south east of England. Now I've reached a certain age, I'm hoping to settle into some leisurely oil...

Thanks so much, Sno! 💙

This is lovely. I love the nice fresh color and the atmosphere of it. ❤️ ❤️

Think about what you paid for them with the frame and price accordingly. Let someone else also have a bargain. :giggle:

I think the figure colors are perfect, I like them. You did well with the theme. Beautiful scene with space and lot to think about. I...