The Science of Matte Paint: Using Marble Dust (Notes From a Painter #5)

In this video, I dive into the philosophy of paint as "liquid vision" and explain why I finally made the switch from oils to acrylics to avoid cracking. If you hate the plastic shine of standard acrylics, this video is for you. I demonstrate how to use Marble Dust (calcium carbonate) to bulk up your matte medium and break up light reflection for a velvety, non-reflective finish. Join me at the palette table as I wield the giant palette knife to mix a massive, dreamy batch of Teal. Watch how I balance the warmth of Cerulean Blue and Bismuth Vanadate Yellow with the depth of Ultramarine Blue to create a color that vibrates perfectly against Cadmium Orange. In this video, you will learn: Why modern acrylics are superior for heavy texture (and how to avoid cracking). The science behind using Marble Dust vs. Diatomaceous Earth. How to increase opacity in transparent colors. A step-by-step color mixing recipe for a deep, rich Teal. Materials mentioned: Acrylic Paint, Matte Medium, Marble Dust, Cerulean Blue, Bismuth Vanadate Yellow, Ultramarine Blue, Titanium White. #artistvlog #NotesFromAPainter #paint #paintmixing #colors