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Can mediums be used with Designers Gouache?

There are a number of acrylic mediums in both gloss and matt variations that can be used with Designers Gouache. However, we recommend experimenting with your chosen medium and colour before committing to a painting.

How to protect a gouache painting?

Framing the work behind glass will help. Remember to put a small distance between the glass and the work itself – paintings placed directly against glass are prone to condensation...

What is gouache dusting off and can I avoid it?

Dusting off is when the surface of your gouache painting looks dusty and occurs when the colour has been diluted with too much water, leaving only pigment on the surface...

Can I varnish a gouache painting?

Varnishing a gouache painting should be avoided, because the varnish drastically affects the depth, darkness and finish of the work. And should anyone want to retouch the painting again at...