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colours

Posted on 1 January 2011 by dandelion

These are samples of traditional paint based on iron oxide and/or linseed oil. I love these warm, earthy colours that makes the monochrome landscape come alive and love this unusual way of displaying samples in natural light. The photos were … Continue reading →

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iron oxide – pen, ink, paint

Posted on 1 June 2010 by dandelion

The iron oxide red – Falu Red – is ever present here. Made of a combination of copper and a by product from iron to get the special red calcimine paint with matte finish. Since the red cottages are so … Continue reading →

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