History of Painting Materials

Acrylic is a synthetic polymer that was not developed until the 20th century.

Linseed oil is a drying oil that is used to bind the pigments in oil paint.

Egg yolk is a natural binder that is used to bind the pigments in egg tempera.

Beeswax is a natural wax that is used to bind the pigments in encaustic paint.

Acrylic polymer is a synthetic polymer that is used to bind the pigments in acrylic paint.

Cadmium is a synthetic pigment that was not developed until the 19th century.

Ocher is a natural pigment that is made from iron oxide.

Cadmium is a synthetic pigment that is made from cadmium sulfide.

Metal is not a traditional painting support.

Canvas is the most common type of painting support because it is lightweight and durable.

Oak is the most common type of wood used for painting supports because it is strong and durable.

Watercolor paper is the most common type of paper used for painting supports because it is thick and absorbent.

Acrylic varnish is not a traditional painting varnish.

Damar varnish is the most common type of painting varnish because it is clear and durable.

Linseed oil varnish is the most common type of oil varnish because it is clear and durable.