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DERIVAN MATISSE MM5 | Matt Medium

This is an additive for intermixing with Matisse Colours (not a finishing varnish). Incorporation of the medium within the paint will reduce the sheen of Matisse to a very flat or low sheen finish suitable for work to be photographed. Resultant dried films of Matisse Colours will look more like tempera colours or gouache. The use of MM5 Matt Medium in hard edge painting, particularly...

DERIVAN MATISSE MM4 | Gel Medium (Gloss Finish)

Modern paint technology has facilitated the production of a true Gel Medium. The purpose of the MM4 Gel Medium is to act as a clear transparent colour extender in the production of brilliant coloured glazes and as a transparent impasto for thick 3-dimensional brush and knife applications of Matisse Structure. Its prime requirement is to be thick and buttery whilst remaining fully transparent. MM4 Gel...

DERIVAN MATISSE MM38 | Acrylic Thickener

Use MM38 acrylic thickener as an alternative to adding gels and other impasto or building mediums to paint which work by imparting their own thicker bulk to a paint mix. This medium chemically thickens the paint. It is a rheology modifier, that is, it changes the flow and viscosity of the paint, without losing any colour. You may notice a reduced sheen in some colours...

DERIVAN MATISSE MM36 | High Tooth Gesso

Matisse MM36 is permanent, flexible water-based ground, with a high tooth finish, for canvas, board, wood panels or paper. High Tooth Gesso dries to a bright white, matte surface that provides much more "bite" and absorbency than a standard gesso, making it a recommended ground for encaustic work or as a soft and oil pastel primer. While it is possible to make your own encaustic...

DERIVAN MATISSE MM35 | Brush Restorer

Don’t you hate looking at dried paint on your paintbrush, ...so much regret!  We have designed Matisse MM35 to bring your brush back to new again. Matisse MM35 Brush Restorer is designed to replace dangerous, butyl-based cleaners with a powerful safe and plant based alternative. It can remove dried, built up paint from brushes without the use of harsh chemicals and dangerous fumes. MM35 Matisse...

DERIVAN MATISSE MM34 | Brush & Hand Cleaner

Cleaning up at the end of a day in the studio might be the last thing you want to do but with MM34 cleaning up your brushes and hands is a breeze. Matisse MM34 Brush & Hand Cleaner was created in response to requests for a gentle cleaner that can remove paint from both brushes and hands. By using MM34 you can be safe in the...

DERIVAN MATISSE MM32 | Light Modelling Paste

MM32 Light Modelling Paste is a modelling compound that has the same qualities as our regular MM2 Impasto Medium, but with a lighter body and finish. Like traditional impasto products, Light Modelling Paste is used to build relief and texture and it can be used on its own or mixed with paint, ink or pigment. Light Modelling Paste and Impasto Medium: Light Modelling Paste is...

DERIVAN MATISSE MM31 | Open Medium

MM31 Open Medium is formulated to be mixed with either Matisse Structure or Matisse Flow acrylic colours to assist in prolonging drying time while maintaining the consistency of the paint. When mixed with Matisse Structure, they will retain their impasto quality, while Matisse Flow Acrylics will keep their smooth flowing feel with added body but not viscosity. Optimal for painting outdoors or in particularly hot...

DERIVAN MATISSE MM30 | Gel Medium (Matt Finish)

Artists who prefer a matt finish will love MM30 Matisse Matt Gel Medium. Matisse’s original Gel Medium is a long-time favourite of artists and craftspeople alike, providing texture and adhesion in a glossy finish. Matisse MM30 Matt Gel Medium also provides texture and depth, while remaining matt. Matisse Gel mediums are also chosen by collage and mixed media artists for their adhesive character.  Now, these...

DERIVAN MATISSE MM28 | Polymer Satin Varnish

MM28 Polymer Satin Varnish is a water-based acrylic varnish containing matting agents to reduce sheen, resulting in a satin finish which is not too glossy but still has a lively look about it without being matt. MM28 Polymer Satin Varnish will help to bring out the intense, vibrant colours of the Matisse Professional Artist Acrylics range. Use as a final varnish over a dried, well-cured...

DERIVAN MATISSE MM26 | Transparent Gesso - Pastel Primer

MM26 Transparent Gesso has been specifically formulated to be mixed with the Matisse Background Colours to give a coloured primer with extra "tooth" for painting and especially as a pastel primer. Mix 1 part MM26 Transparent Gesso with 2 parts Matisse Background Colour (up to equal parts), stir well; the resultant mixture will give a brilliant surface on paper, board or canvas with which to...

DERIVAN MATISSE MM19 | Polyurethane Gloss Varnish

MM19 Polyurethane Gloss Varnish is specially formulated for use in folk art techniques, this water-based finishing varnish provides a clear high gloss non-yellowing finish. For a protective surface coating use direct from bottle. Do not dilute with water. Allow at least 6 hours drying time between coats. Do not use Matisse MM19 Poly-U-Gloss Varnish over oil-based paints or oil-based antiquing finishes. Do not use on...

DERIVAN MATISSE MM16 | Faux Finish & Marbling Gel

Use MM16 Faux Finish & Marbling Gel with Matisse Flow Formula Acrylic colours for a thicker and more transparent consistency. Also can be used for additional painted finishes and various marbling techniques. For painted finish techniques, mix MM16 Faux Finish & Marbling Gel with acrylic colour and apply with a stiff brush. Very effective patterns can be created by the use of sponges, erasers, combs,...

DERIVAN MATISSE MM13 | Fabric Fixative

A great idea for the all-round artist. A way in which, if you feel like painting on fabric and making it last, you need not buy a whole range of fabric paints. MM13 Fabric Fixative mixed with Matisse Colours, preferably Flow Formula, will become permanent on T-shirts or most other garments after heat fixing. Mix equal parts of Fabric Fixative and Matisse Flow Formula Acrylic,...

DERIVAN MATISSE MM11 | Polyurethane Satin Varnish

MM11 Polyurethane Satin Varnish is a very popular varnish used in folk art techniques. Always stir before use to ensure even distribution of the matting agent. This water-based finishing varnish provides a clear, non-yellowing and hard-wearing finish for all hard surfaces painted with acrylic paints. A lovely satin varnish which is not too glossy but still has an alive look about it without being matt....