Formulas for Painters by Robert Massey

Formulas for Painters is a definitive, single-volume reference book essential for any serious artist. It features over 200 comprehensive recipes for studio materials, including sizes, grounds, adhesives, mediums, glazes, and varnishes. The collection highlights 42 specific paint formulas that span from ancient encaustic and tempera to modern acrylics. Every recipe—some dating back to the Renaissance—has been historically proven by artists and meticulously retested by the author under controlled laboratory conditions to guarantee reliable results.