Review of Gamblin’s Set of Three Grey Colour Mixing Oil Paints

Gamblin Oil Paint is thoughtfully formulated with the artist’s working methods in mind, as shown in their Set of 3 Mixing Greys. Offering muted colour harmony, precise chroma control, and an intriguing limited palette, the mixing greys in this set serve as mid-tone primary colours. The colour mixing potential of this set would make them a useful addition in the toolkit of many oil painters, no matter their subject matter. Formulated with pigments that have long been in common use, they uphold Gamblin’s aim to make the best possible paint through contemporary knowledge and innovation while honouring the history of the medium.     The set includes three full-size 37 ml tubes of Gamblin Artist Oil colour in a card insert, tucked inside a cradled, ready-to-use painting panel. The sleeve showcases the muted tones one can expect to create – an inspiring preview! I tested the paints both as a stand-alone set and alongside other colours on Jackson’s Oil Paper Block. The colours included are Titanium Buff, Portland Warm Grey, and Portland Cool Grey. They are all bound in linseed oil, with moderate drying times, and are predominantly opaque pigments that could all be described as mid-value. In this article, …

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15 Weeks to Christmas: The Jeweller’s Guide to a Profitable Season (podcast episode)

Christmas is the most profitable season for many jewellers but it can also
be the most overwhelming if you don’t plan ahead. With just 15 weeks to go,
now is the time to get organised, take action, and set yourself up for
success.

That is why we have started our weekly jewellery business Christmas tips
over on Instagram. Each week, Jess will be sharing something tangible and
specific you can do for your jewellery business to ensure you stay on
track.

In this week’s episode of the podcast, Jessica Rose and Anna Campbell share
about the tips and practical strategies to help you maximise sales, stay
focused, and avoid last-minute stress. From stock planning to marketing,
photography to pricing, we walk you through how to make the most of this
crucial quarter.

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15 Weeks to Christmas: The Jeweller’s Guide to a Profitable Season (podcast episode)

Christmas is the most profitable season for many jewellers but it can also
be the most overwhelming if you don’t plan ahead. With just 15 weeks to go,
now is the time to get organised, take action, and set yourself up for
success.

That is why we have started our weekly jewellery business Christmas tips
over on Instagram. Each week, Jess will be sharing something tangible and
specific you can do for your jewellery business to ensure you stay on
track.

In this week’s episode of the podcast, Jessica Rose and Anna Campbell share
about the tips and practical strategies to help you maximise sales, stay
focused, and avoid last-minute stress. From stock planning to marketing,
photography to pricing, we walk you through how to make the most of this
crucial quarter.

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First Contact with Mirrors

Svetlana at fortune-telling by K.Bryullov, 1836Mirrors have a powerful effect on people who have only seen their reflection in stll water. Individuals recognize themselves immediately, but that’s just the beginning.Anthropologist Edmund Carpenter prese…

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