Hi guys, I have been out of town and want to weigh in. Annie, I also
have used WN, both varieties. Not sure about the ammonia, but I have
found that with ALL masking fluids it is crucial that they be fresh
(e.g. not too old/dried out!!), and, I shake them quite well to mix
the components, but then tap tap tap the bottle to remove bubbles, and
then still I test, and test again on the paper. Of course 300#
handles mask much better than 90 or 140, and some papers do far better
than others (wish I could tell you which does what). I have brushes
(actually old WN #7's) that I keep specifically for masking. Like
some of you I also use a piece of hand soap to keep them from getting
chunked-up and to keep them useful. I have had a few (#s 2 & 3) for
many many years.
A decent brush is a good thing, as you said Linda: spines on a cactus
are way easier with a decent point. But also I love a brush that can
hold some fluid as well.
It's interesting to hear everyone's experiences with this. Thanks
again to the List!
Barbara Harmon
www.barbaraharmon.com
http://harmon-murals.blogspot.com/
http://bharmon.blogspot.com/
508-430-8308
On May 3, 2011, at 9:52 PM, Anne Runyon wrote:
> These replies are helpful as always.
> I have an additional question.
>
> I use the Winsor & Newton art masking fluids, both colourless and
> the slightly yellow one.
> I dilute it with ammonia which is one of its ingredients. This seems
> to work well, but has anyone ever had an issue with the ammonia?
> Like Consie, I have some nicely pointed synthetic brushes that I use
> for masking only.
> I’ll try adding the soap ... which sounds like a good idea ...
> (unless it reacts adversely with ammonia?)
>
> Thanks, Annie
>
>
> From: Brie Dodson
> Sent: Tuesday, May 03, 2011 7:46 PM
> To: [log in to unmask]
> Subject: Re: [SCIART] Masking liquids
>
> I'm fond of the Pebeo masking fluid. It's not a new product, but I
> have used it for about fifteen years. It's thinner than some of the
> other masking liquid, making it easier for me to work with, and it
> is colored gray. B
>
> On May 3, 2011, at 12:17 PM, Linda Feltner wrote:
>
>> HI All:
>> Is there any newer product out there that you've tried, that is
>> better than the MasquePen and Shiva Masking liquid, for use on
>> watercolor paper? I've used both, and some others way back (like
>> the Incredible something-or-other).
>>
>> I've heard that if one first coats a small brush with dishwashing
>> liquid, it won't ruin the brush, using it in a latex based mask.
>> I've never tried it, but am always looking for better ways to apply
>> masking liquid. I've tried those "incredible nibs", toothpicks,
>> cheap brushes....
>> I've clogged more Masquepens than I care to admit, even when I
>> clean them thoroughly....can't figure it.
>>
>> always looking for a successful technique.
>> Thanks in advance,
>> Linda
>> _____________________
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>> P.O. Box 325
>> Hereford, AZ 85615
>> (520) 803-0538
>> www.lindafeltner.com
>>
>>
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