Q&A Solvents, coloring, colored pencil

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Cher Kaufmann, international artist and author, usually shares a mini-class From The Drawing Desk, but today is a brief Q&A on the most common questions asked in the comments about solvents colorists have been using in their coloring books and personal coloring pages. What does Cher recommend? Find out as she talks about alcohol blenders, odorless mineral spirits (Gamsol), baby oil, and more.
FOR ALL MOBILE DEVICE VIEWERS: You will not be able to see the annotations that specifically list that the only items listed for archival work is the Gamsol, odorless mineral spirits, and the alcohol based blending pen.
For ALL VIEWERS: remember that all culinary oils will go rancid once it oxidizes. Culinary oils, chapstick and petroleum products are only recommended for experimentation and imaginative color play, and are not recommended for any serious coloring nor for archival work.
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@michelinelavoie2086 4 года назад

I have a problem with breathing in Gamsol in an enclosed area. I much prefer a plant based solvent.

@CherTheFire 4 года назад

Yes, always listen to your body. Gamsol is still a solvent, even if it says odorless, that doesn't mean the chemicals aren't still in the air. I don't recommend using Gamsol while pregnant or nursing, or immune compromised in anyway.

@jaspermartin7444 5 лет назад

I keep hearing that glycerin (plus lots of water) is what is in the blending pens but I tried a little bit of it and nothing happened. Maybe I was doing it wrong? Mineral spirits is about the only solvent that I DON'T have in the house, have to get some... Thanks for the video!! 💖

@CherTheFire 5 лет назад

Hi there, glycerin is a compound that dissolves in water and alcohol, but not in oils. Glycerin is hydrophilic, which means it retains water or moisture (which also means you'll find it in skin products to help with moisturization, but be warned it will also trigger the drug swab at the airport as a dangerous bomb making material - so be prepared for that if your lotion has glycerin and you have it on your hands or baggage). Glycerin is a nice blending option for gel pens and can be used before, during or after application of the gel pen. Glycerin will not work for oil based pencils. I'm glad to hear you're experimenting though!! Happy coloring!

@antoinettecantu4662 7 лет назад

oh and of all the stuff I did try vasalin worked, baby oil worked, Vicks works. I didn't try any butters though, only oils. I'm going to try that coconut oil and some other butters.

@1Clairecijntje 6 лет назад

Hello Cher and thank you for the great video! In my experience the baby oil also yellows over time, so it's a total no go for me. Sunny greetings and good wishes from the Dutch Caribbean.

@CherTheFire 6 лет назад

Yeah, it's not my favorite, but so many people have asked about it. I'm all for experimenting, but if you really like your artwork, I would not recommend baby oil for sure. Hello to the Dutch Caribbean - that really makes my day to hear from people around the world! Thank you for stopping by!

@daryllynn5406 6 лет назад

Have you used vegetable glycerin?

@Re_discover_wonder 7 лет назад

Please note that Gamsol is not safe for pregnant or nursing women. When I was beginning I watched your blending video and purchased gamsol. Then I did more research and found that just because it's odorless does not make it safe and is not recommended for pregnant or nursing women (which I was). It was my fault for not doing due diligence prior to purchasing but it is something you could mention quickly without much bother for the beginner.

@CherTheFire 7 лет назад

It is something that is mentioned in my other videos. Yes, you are correct and that is exactly what I say in the other videos, "I do not recommend it for those nursing nor pregnant". Solvents in general, no matter if they are for cleaning, art supplies or for other purposes should always always always be avoided when pregnant or nursing.

@CherTheFire 7 лет назад

HIGCBmommy, I found where I specifically list Gamsol as not recommended for pregnant or nursing moms. at min 18:52 or thereabouts as my first caution before instruction on Gamsol in the 12 blending tips video. Hope this helps others. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-luC6GMVBlbw.htmlm55s

@Re_discover_wonder 7 лет назад

CherTheFire I'm so sorry!

@CherTheFire 7 лет назад

OH no need to apologize, I just wanted to list it for others who might come across this thread. I'm glad to hear you did your research! So important for Momma's! Share your knowledge! Happy day!

@sharonh988 7 лет назад

Thank your Cher.

@CherTheFire 7 лет назад

Happy day, Sharon!

@daryllynn5406 6 лет назад

Thank you very much

@CherTheFire 6 лет назад

Happy day!

@daryllynn5406 6 лет назад

Which fixative do you recommend?

@CherTheFire 6 лет назад

HI Daryl, to answer all your questions in one spot. I have not tried the Schpirerr Faben pencils, but I've heard they are between a Poly and a Prisma in usage, softer than an oil based Polychromos and not as soft as the wax based Prismacolors. **I have used glycerin for gel based marker blends. **For Fixatives, I have used Krylon and Grumbacher for both workable and final fixes. Enjoy your creative endeavors - happy coloring!

@daryllynn5406 6 лет назад

CherTheFire : Thank you very much! I have learned so much from you! I was lucky enough to get your book" the Ancient Alchemy for Christmas and I got some gift certificates from Amazon so I hope to get another one. Do you have an art "video class" that teaches how to best use color and shading "? There are a lot of art video s out there but your style of teaching is thoughtful and caring. And easy to understand. I hope things are well for you and your family.

@MyChilepepper 6 лет назад

Thank you for sharing but in the visual world you should at least show a demonstration rather than the video focusing on your face only.

@1Clairecijntje 6 лет назад

The demonstration is shown extensively in her 12 tips video. Do have a very nice day.

@CherTheFire 6 лет назад

HI Chile Pepper - as Claire kindly mentioned one of the examples, there are many videos on the channel you are welcome to explore with techniques, suggestions and ideas. Happy coloring!!! Thanks for taking a moment to pop in and be curious enough to explore.

@antoinettecantu4662 7 лет назад

there was such a funny part in this video for me! I have been coloring for a year now. I love trying new things and techniques. so, when I learned that you could use vasaline and baby oil I went nuts with that. I had no money for gamsok or any other oms BUT I'm a soaper! I am a soaper! you know what soap is made from? lye and.... oils! I have, at least 50 different oils and butters. so I tried all kinds of things. I did not try the coconut oil though. I'm very curious as to how that particular oil would work. while we call it an "oil" it's actually in a solid state...unless it's a warm day. coconut oil has a very low melting point. so there's that. coconut also has an extremely high fat content which is what makes it so good for our skin; but, how would it react with pencils? I'm gonna find out,!

@CherTheFire 7 лет назад

Yes, they are all fun and creative to use and play with...as long as you are aware they are not suggested for any "serious" art project or archival works. But for play, experimentation, creative imagination and stress relief - have fun and enjoy the process.

@CherTheFire 7 лет назад

I live where it's warm so coconut oil is solid in the winter and liquid in the summer, always. so to me it constantly fluctuates between solid and liquid form, and it is an oil, used in many products from massage oils, hair products, cooking and more it's so versatile! I have not used the culinary oils for art projects myself, but I'm happy to hear creative people like yourself are experimenting!

@antoinettecantu4662 7 лет назад

I have no intention of ever making anything that is serious art since I'm not an artist. But I do love to experiment to see how things react. Also I find it very interesting when people use unconventional ways to create something entirely different.