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Why Paint on a Wooden Palette? A wooden palette is a light, smooth surface and is rigid. It has a warm color which helps artists perceive the colors with precision. To seal a wood palette use boiled linseed oil and a lint free rag or a high quality paper towel. Rub the oil into the surface of the palette. Repeat every day, both in front and back. Wooden Palettes for Oil Painters Oil paints are available using a wooden palette. This makes it easier to mix colors and then move them across your canvas or board. It's also a great method to keep your brushes close to the ready. This palette has helped me to reduce the amount of time I am able to spend turning my body in order to reach my brushes and then reload them. I've noticed that it also aids me in my accuracy and consistency. You can buy wooden palettes that have been stained and sealed to resist the effects of water and standard solvents for artists, or you can buy them unfinished and stain them yourself. When working with raw wood you will want to seal it prior to painting. This will make it less absorbent of the oils used in your oil paints. Pour a small amount linseed onto your palette, then rub it into it with a lint-free cloth. After that, clean off the excess and your palette is ready to use. I prefer to tone the linseed before using it by adding a few drops to an oil medium that is brown, like burnt sienna (or yellow ochre). This helps me visualize how my shadows will look on the wood. The tone helps me differentiate between the light and dark values of my painting. A well-used wooden palette will form a beautiful patina with time. It will become more opaque and smooth, with the oil from your paints staining it a bit and the pigments merging together to create their own varnish-like coating. It's gorgeous to see. Some artists prefer to apply a clear acrylic sealer on their wooden palettes, this will protect the wood and give it a stunning shine. However, I have found that the old method of applying thin coats of linseed oil is perfectly for me. It takes a little longer than using polyurethane but it's worth it because you can apply a coat each time you clean your palette. And it will only improve over time. Wooden Palettes for Acrylic Painters A wooden palette is a popular choice for oil and acrylic painting. It offers a wide and stable surface that blocks pigment absorption and encourages optimal color mixing. After each use, a quick wiping with a paper towel or cloth makes cleanup simple. Wooden palettes are also inexpensive and are available at the majority of stores for arts and crafts. For the modern acrylic painter there are numerous palette options. Plastic palettes have a nonstick coating and are lightweight. They also withstand damage caused by solvents. They can be cleaned using warm soapy tap water and can be used with acrylics, among other materials. They are available in a variety of sizes and come with deep wells that allow mixing colors. Another popular option for acrylic painting is a styrofoam plate. These plates are disposable and affordable which means they are only used once during the duration of a painting session. This is why they are a great option for plein air painting. However, they may absorb paint, which could make them difficult to clean. A piece of sanded lumber such as pine or spruce that has a thumbhole, is among the best options to create a permanent acrylic paint pallet. The thumb can be placed into the opening to allow the artist to hold the palette with their other fingers. The thumb hole is designed to stop fingers from becoming too dirty when using the palette. Some artists prefer to build their own wooden palette from common items. An old aluminum or plastic foil-covered dish is an excellent place to begin. Old ceramic or glass dishes are also an excellent option. They can be found at yard sales and thrift shops and are often quite pretty. You can also make use of a piece tin foil which will resist paint absorption and is easy to clean. A palette made of stay-wet is an alternative to the homemade palette that is very well-known. They are basically containers made of plastic with an airtight lid. You dampen a sponge with water and place it at the bottom of the box. Then, you add an extra sheet of paper on the top to keep the paint moist. The box can be sealed and the sponge and paper will remain wet for a few days. You can always add water to the palette in case the paper gets dry. Wooden Palettes for watercolor artists When you're painting watercolors or oil paints, the wooden palette is an excellent option. They are light compared to other alternatives, particularly paper and glass, and are rigid enough to allow for easy handling. They also have internal cut-outs for the thumb and other fingers, making them comfortable to hold for long periods of time as you work. They are finished with a satin that allows paint to be applied without being absorbed. They can also be cleaned easily and are durable for years of use. Wooden palettes were among the first mixing surfaces utilized by artists, and they remain a vital part of many artist's studios in the present. They have an elegant and professional design and are perfect for mixing oils, alkyds, and acrylics. In addition they are typically made from sustainable forest practices. In this way, using a wooden palette may be a sustainable choice for the modern artist. A key to the longevity of the wooden palette is regular cleaning and oiling. Applying linseed, or a wood conditioner can prevent excessive absorption, and increase the lifespan of your palette. Re-oiling can be as easy as pouring oil in the middle of the palette and wiping with an lint-free cloth. Some artists prefer to personalize wooden palettes with initials or other elements. This is a wonderful way to make your palette feel like a part of your art, and to add a sense history to your tool. Some of these customized palettes have lids that can lock in place this is a great feature for travel. Platforms like Instagram have also played a role in the popularity of wood palettes, as artists post photos of their beautiful sets to inspire others. These visual clues serve as an encouragement to paint on a wooden pallet can be a rewarding, artistic experience. If you continue to use your wooden palette, it will become an item that you will treasure and a reminder of your creative journey. Wooden Palettes for Mixed Media Painters When we think about an art pallet, the first thing we think of is a wooden one, which was used by masters of the past. Although still used by some painters however, these palettes aren't ideal for use with watercolors or acrylics due to the surface is porous and absorbs the paint too much. However, a new type of palette for paint has been developed to solve this problem. The new palettes are made from tempered glass which is extremely sturdy and won't break if dropped. They are also available in a variety of shapes and sizes and sizes, so you can choose one that is easy to hold and fits in your hand while working. The new palettes are referred to as “stay wet” palettes due to the fact that they keep your paints wet and able to work for a long time after you've completed painting. To make a “stay wet” palette, add your preferred oil painting medium to the back of the palette. Rub it in until the paint looks tacky (like butter). Then, use either a paper towel or lint-free cloth to wipe off any excess, ensuring to reach all the little grooves in the wood grain. This process, known as seasoning, allows the palette to retain pigment and oil while allowing the brush hairs to move easily. Another method to prepare a wooden palette is by using a drying oil – like linseed or safflower, or walnut – and then applying it to the surface of the palette with a rag. This will help to seal the wood and make it resistant to solvents and water. This will also stop the paint from sticking on the surface of your palette when wet. New Wood Pallet For Sale prefer to use disposable palettes, like paper cups or styrofoam plates. This is a great option since it doesn't absorb paint too much and it's easy to clean. I prefer a wooden palette because it's more durable and feels better in my hands. I also love the idea that I'm carrying on the legacy of the old masters!