The Art Supplies Experts

In this podcast episode, Trevor and his co-host Alice discuss various white pigments used in art supplies, focusing particularly on Lead White, Zinc White, and Titanium White. They explore the historical background, chemical properties, and practical usage of these pigments, highlighting their advantages and disadvantages. The episode also touches on various interesting facts such as the potential...

In this episode, hosts Trevor and Alice dive into the intricate world of oil paints, focusing on the fascinating chemical processes that occur when oil paint dries. They explore the basics of paint composition, discuss various types of oils used in the binder with a particular focus on linseed oil, and delve into the chemistry of the drying process, including oxidation and polymerization. The conv...

In this episode, Trevor and Alice deep dive into Alizarin Crimson, a historically significant red pigment derived from the Madder plant. They discuss its origins, the transformation from natural to synthetic production, and its uses in art today. Listeners will learn fascinating facts about the colour red, its cultural significance, and its psychological impact. The episode also covers the debate...

In episode three of the Art Supplies Experts podcast, hosts Trevor and Alice dive into a detailed discussion on pigments and dyes in art supplies. They explore the differences between pigments and dyes, emphasizing the importance of lightfastness for both. The episode highlights the characteristics and quality indicators of good versus poor-quality paints, examining specific examples like Van Gogh...

In this episode, Trevor and Alice explore the history, composition, and fascinating facts of Ultramarine Blue. They discuss its origins from natural Lapis Lazuli, through the invention of its synthetic counterpart, to its use in significant artworks. They navigate technical characteristics, pigment naming conventions, and the evolution of this vivid, deep blue colour. Fun historical nuggets and te...

In the inaugural episode of the Art Supplies Experts podcast, hosts Trevor and Alice delve into the world of pigments, discussing their characteristics, applications, and the various components used to create paint mixtures. The episode comprehensively explains terms like binders, mediums, thinners, and solvents, setting the stage for future discussions on art supplies. The hosts also invite liste...

This is a trailer episode that explains the content of this podcast. In short, it's a podcast that explains art supplies but with a quirky subplot as the co-hosts develop their relationship. All is not as it seems. Donations: Support The Art Supplies Experts Email: artexpertspodcast@gmail.com Website: Website References: References in PDF The background music is "Sweet Release" by Dan Lebowitz.