Gamblin Oil Painting Ground for a Bright, Non-Absorbent Oil Painting Surface
Gamblin Oil Painting Ground provides artists with a strong, bright foundation specifically formulated for oil painting. Made from alkyd resin, titanium dioxide, and calcium carbonate, this ground creates a luminous, non-absorbent surface that enhances the vibrancy and saturation of oil paint layers applied on top. The titanium dioxide offers excellent opacity, while the calcium carbonate contributes tooth for better paint adhesion.
Thicker than traditional acrylic gesso, Gamblin Ground can be applied directly to panels or canvas, and it’s also suitable for layering over acrylic gesso. Its lower absorbency makes it ideal for reductive underpainting techniques, allowing artists to easily wipe back to the white surface for tonal control. Whether you're working in traditional or modern oil painting methods, this ground supports lasting color brilliance and a resilient foundation.
Key Features:
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Alkyd resin base with titanium dioxide and calcium carbonate
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Bright white, non-absorbent surface
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Thicker and more luminous than acrylic gesso
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Enhances oil color saturation and clarity
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Can be applied over acrylic gesso
Perfect For:
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Oil painters seeking a professional, color-retaining ground
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Reductive underpainting techniques
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Surfaces requiring a strong, toothy foundation
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Canvas or panels prepared for long-term oil painting use
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Artists looking to upgrade from acrylic gesso for oil work
