For the last 5 months my studio has been completely solvent free! I didn't know how easy it would be to make the switch! For anyone that paints alla prima I recommend this method 100%. If you like to paint in a glazing or layering method this might not work for you. I pretty much only used the solvent (Gamsol) for thinning the wash to tone the surface at the very beginning of the painting, and to...
I'm enjoying working with the same subject on different painting surfaces, rough and fine canvas, panel, and linen. It's amazing what a different look some of the surfaces create.
