The CORRECT Way to Use LIQUIN

Good information for those that haven't used it before. It is indeed a great medium if you know how to use it correctly and its properties appeal to your working style. The semi gloss and speed of drying are unparalleled, especially when painting in multiple very thin layers, Please allow me to add some information that might prevent some frustration in new users of Liquin: This medium dries faster than you might imagine. Even after only 1 hour, you feel a noticible difference in consistency. I would therefore NOT recommend to mix all colors with Liquin at the start of your session, especially if your sessions take usually longer than 1 hour. After 3 hours, it will be so sticky that you won't be able to paint smooth brushstrokes! My advice is, to put only a little bit of Liquin on the palet (you can always add more later) and add it only at the moment of mixing your paint. Keep the thread on the bottle and the cap absolutely clean, otherwise it can get really difficult to open it the next time. I don't pour it out, but let it flow only right up to the opening and scoop some out with a palet knife. Wipe off used palet knives immediately after use. When you're switching brushes during your session and expect a certain brush not to used for a while, wipe the remaining paint/Liquin mixture off with a cloth or paper towel.

I’m a senior who took up painting later in life. I am so grateful for the instruction and education you’ve shared here. I’ve been using Liquin incorrectly, and I think my painting is going to improve greatly from learning how it should be used. Happy to have found your channel. Thankyou.

I'm a completely amateur in drawing/painting and i highly appreciate you making the time to answer every single question in the comments. You're literally so kind 🥺

From my ten years experience of oil painting , Linseed Oil must be added with Liquin to the Tube Oil paint at a ratio of approxiametely 20% : 15% : 65%. Mix it thoroughly until it becomes a creamy smooth paste. Important note :1) shake the bottle of Liquin thoroughly before using. 2) squeeze and massage the tube of paint before opening , this mixes the contents and prevents , linseed oil dribbling out of tube.

Just purchased my first bottle of Liquin and realised I needed good info on its use! Found your video so helpful and full of information on use of Liquin and also the safety aspects. Many thanks. Can’t wait to give it a try now..

Thank you! Confusion over mediums kept me away from oils for years until I found liquid. Now, with your help, I understand more about how I should be using it.

Great info! A tip I got from another artist is to keep your liquin in a squeeze bottle, only doling out the amount you need on each individual paint. No mess, none leftover, and less unnecessary toxin exposed.

Wow! I am new to oil painting and a friend told me to use Liquin to speed drying time. I am really glad I watched your video to find out the correct way to use it. Great information.

Extremely helpful video! I've been painting in oils for 20 years and I'm just now starting to look into mixing Liquin Original into my paints so that I don't have to wait forever for my paintings to dry. You have given me some excellent advice and I appreciate your expertise on this subject. I'll be looking into your other videos. Thanks mucho!

You’re great man, keep up the great positive vibes! Very informative!

Thank you Tanner. I haven't used oil paints in years. But now I want to give it another go. In the past, I've been using way too much liquin in the paint/liquin ratio. You have inspired me.

I have painted mostly with acrylic for half a century. I love using oil for its blending ability. One thing I would again warn people is to ventilate their work area. I have lost several artist friends to cancer who were exposed to solvents daily... Great video. Thanks.

Hi Tanner, Thank you very much for your very informative video. I discovered you a few days ago & saw your video on stages of lean to fat applications. You are very thorough. So I discovered Liquin in the late 1980s and only used it as a 'glue' as I liked to stick beads & things on my oil paintings. After all these years not one piece has fallen off! I only recently started to use Liquin as a medium and I was very careful as I didn't know just how far I could go. So thank you for showing us the correct ratios. I love your energy ♥

Thanks for taking the time to produce this video.......it's a great help!!!!!

Thanks alot... I was starting a new painting and thought of using liquin .. this video really helped me out... ☺☺

Best liquin lesson ever! Love the depth of knowledge.

Superb video, your experience and technical knowledge shines through. Coming on stuck with some technical issues, and really helpful to hear your view. Thank you

Hi, I have also just discovered your channel, and its super informative how you explain everything. Thank you. I have never used liquin, but have heard of it. Not good in my small space, maybe I ll use it in the summer month, when I can open all windows. Great channel.

thanx Tanner, i m on my way to a quality art supplies store in Spain, might get some liquin...keep up the good work.

Wow this is an excellent explanation. I absolutely love Liquin compared to other mediums I've tried but I haven't concerned myself as much with the fat over lean rules. I use it as a top glaze only but I now will rethink this. Maybe I need to find another medium better suited to this habit.