MM3: Resin-Oil Wax

Michael Harding Miracle Medium MM3 Resin Oil Wax Medium Instructions for Use

Michael Harding’s Miracle Medium MM3 Resin Oil Wax Medium is a versatile medium designed to impart a rich, buttery texture to your oil paints. This medium increases the body of the paint, giving it a waxy feel that allows for smooth, controlled brushstrokes and textured applications. It’s ideal for impasto techniques, adding depth, texture, and a satin-matte finish to your paintings. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to use this unique medium in your oil painting process:

Materials Needed:

• Oil paints
• Brushes
• Palette
• Michael Harding MM3 Resin Oil Wax Medium
• Canvas or painting surface
• Palette knife (optional)

Step-by-Step Guide:

1. Prepare Your Palette:

• Squeeze out your chosen oil paints onto your palette. Leave space for mixing in the medium to create the desired texture and body.

2. Add the Medium:

• Add a small amount of MM3 Resin Oil Wax Medium next to your oil paints on the palette. Start with a small quantity, as this medium is concentrated and will greatly alter the consistency of your paint. 
• Settling of the medium may occur so allow jar to stand in hot water and stir contents until dissolved.

3. Mix the Medium with Paint:

• Use a palette knife or brush to mix a small amount of the medium with your oil paint. Begin with a 1:4 ratio (one part medium to four parts paint) and adjust as needed. The more medium you add, the thicker and waxier the paint will become, making it ideal for impasto or textured applications.

4. Apply the Paint:

• With the medium thoroughly mixed into your paint, apply it to your canvas. MM3 adds body and a waxy texture, allowing for controlled brushstrokes and thick applications. This medium is perfect for creating textured surfaces and rich impasto effects, as well as smooth, buttery finishes.

5. Build Layers:

• If you are working with thick layers of paint, you can build up texture using MM3. Apply your paint in bold strokes and allow each layer to partially dry if needed. The medium’s waxy consistency holds texture well, allowing for dramatic surface effects.

6. Drying Time:

• Michael Harding MM3 Resin Oil Wax Medium will slightly speed up the drying time of your oil paints compared to pure oils, but it still provides enough working time for blending and manipulation. This makes it ideal for artists looking to work efficiently while achieving rich texture.

7. Clean Up:

• After your painting session, clean your brushes and tools by wiping off excess paint and medium. Use a suitable solvent like Miracle Medium, turpentine, or white spirit to clean your brushes, followed by soap and water to maintain their condition.

Tips for Best Results:

• Experiment with Ratios: Start with a small amount of MM3 and adjust the ratio based on the level of texture and body you want to achieve. More medium will result in thicker, more textured paint, perfect for impasto techniques.
• Impasto and Texture: Use this medium for creating bold, raised textures. It holds its shape well, allowing for dramatic, sculptural effects in your paintings.
• Matte Finish: MM3 imparts a satin-matte finish, which adds a subtle sheen without the high gloss of other mediums. This makes it ideal for works that require a softer, more tactile surface.
• Layering: MM3 is suitable for both thin and thick applications, but it works especially well in thick, textured layers. Allow each layer to dry partially before applying the next if you want to build up rich texture.
• Storage: Keep the medium tightly sealed when not in use, and store in a cool, dry place to prevent thickening or contamination.

Michael Harding’s MM3 Resin Oil Wax Medium will enhance the texture, body, and finish of your oil paintings, giving you the flexibility to create smooth, controlled brushstrokes or bold, textured impasto effects. Perfect for adding dimension and depth to your work, this medium is an essential tool for artists who love working with texture.

Ingredients:

Miracle Medium, Bleached Beeswax, Dammar Resin, Linseed Stand Oil.

Available in 100ml, 250ml, and 1 Litre sizes.

Settling of the medium may occur so allow jar to stand in hot water and stir contents until dissolved.

Keep the medium tightly sealed when not in use, and store in a cool, dry place to maintain its quality.