Casein
Casein powder, traditional binding material for painting and iconography. Natural casein powder from cow milk for creating traditional painting colours. Casein has been in use since antiquity to create iconography, wall murals and painting with long lasting results.
Applications
- Iconography and byzantine art, traditional techniques of byzantine iconographers
- Interior and exterior murals with weather resistance
- Painting on wood, paper and other porous surfaces
- Creating custom colors with natural pigments/powders
- Underpainting for oil paints and mixed techniques
Three main types/recipes:
- Borax-Casein: Ideal for paintings, easy to use
- Lime-Casein: For murals, excellent outdoor durability
- Ammonium-Casein: Low tension, no alkaline residues
Characteristics
- Quick drying with matte finish
- Water-soluble but becomes durable when dry
- Compatible with all natural pigments
- Ecological and safe – natural product without toxic substances
- Economical alternative to ready-made paints
Instructions
- Soak powder 12 hours in cold water, then mix with alkali (borax, lime or ammonia). Requires quick use – especially with lime-casein as it sets in 15 minutes.
Caution: Keep away from children. Use in ventilated area. Prepared glue must be used quickly
