Michael Harding Explains His New Miracle Medium for Oil Paint | Jackson's Art

[@thebutlerart]

The archival nature, along with the overall usage, is what I’m waiting to hear about. Can’t wait to see some artists get their hands on this and review it!

[@-trisld-]

I tend to believe you Michael... at least enough to try them. Medicine plants often perform 'like miracles'. It's just nature finding it's place in the uses of mankind. Occasionally someone's sincere effort meets with nature's gifts. My only question is: how can we know it will be archival? Even though we've ended up with cracking and yellowing issues, I've tried to use the cleanest version of traditional mediums, knowing those outcomes will last 100s of years, though imperfect. I won't ask you how you could know or what the plant is, just do you think it will be archival.

[@zein9227]

This sounds too good to be true. Will there be a tutorial by you on how to use it and what different functions and effects it can provide for a traditional oil painting process or some type of best practices video?

[@-trisld-]

This video was somewhat tutorial.

[@JacksonsArtSupplies]

Hi there, thanks for your comment. Our team is looking into reviewing this product. We would be happy to send you a link when we release it. You can also see our blog article for more information about the miracle mediums: www.jacksonsart.com/blog/2024/03/18/michael-harding-explains-his-new-miracle-medium/ We hope this helps. Thanks, the Jackson's Team

[@zein9227]

@@JacksonsArtSupplies Thanks, looking foward to it!

[@JacksonsArtSupplies]

@@zein9227 Hi there, we hope you are well. We recently released our article, in which Louise Reynolds reviews the Michael Harding Miracle Medium. Here is a link to the article on our blog: www.jacksonsart.com/blog/2024/04/09/non-toxic-oil-painting-with-michael-harding-miracle-medium/ We hope this helps. Thanks, the Jackson's Team

[@zein9227]

@@JacksonsArtSupplies thanks!

[@WillJBailey]

I react badly to solvents so I have to work solvent-free with oils. I use Gamblin solvent-free gel and linseed oil to paint with, and safflower oil and brush soap to clean. It works really well, but Gamblin solvent-free gel and linseed oil are both fat. To have a solvent-free lean medium for initial layers and glazing would be amazing - I really hope this works

[@gardeniainbloom812]

Well I'll give oils a chance now. Can't wait.

[@Divertedflight]

Thank you for explaining these Michael.

[@Dawnnem]

That sounds incredible!! Cannot wait to try it. ❤

[@Ken.c1234]

How about yellowing problem? 😮

[@vartanarakelian4643]

Thanks for sharing, because of small room for painting I should consider Miracle Medium.

[@pablo_p_art]

Can those be used with water mixable oils without losing water mixability?

[@garyadamsstudio3941]

What I need to know is what is the drying time??????

[@nellyx1x493]

I have used Michaels paints and mediums for a quarter of a century and have full faith in his products. I am always looking to eliminate solvents as much as possible as have always had issues, especially in a cold studio with naff ventilation. Having tried Gamblins solvent free fluid with its Safflower Oil base I found it to have a sickly overly glossy appearance which I found disagreeable to my aesthetic preferences. Is it possible to describe the sheen level of the medium and glaze compared to normal thinners... and whether the one with the wax addition achieves a natural cool matte appearance... and also whether there is a limit to the wax inclusion on a flexible support? Looks like I need some big bottles of each of these....Thanks.

[@Zyswest]

oh wow i would love to try this someday

[@sionedsart337]

Wow! Thank you Michael, will have to try this out.. Yeah! 🎉

[@MichaelWurmJr]

Can't wait until this available in the US. Hopefully soon!!

[@BJones-yw4dd]

Jackson's in the UK ships internationally, fyi.

[@MichaelWurmJr]

@@BJones-yw4dd They do, but they won't ship this. 😭I've tried.

[@BJones-yw4dd]

Wow -- thank you for these products and this info about them. Heading over to Jackson's to order some in 3...2...1... :-)

[@jeanluc5311]

Looks great. Need to try it.

[@richardlewis595]

I love it. It really is everything MH claims it is.

[@garyadamsstudio3941]

I make my own oil painting mediums based on black oil which includes lead. They dry oil colors in one day! This miracle medium will have to be awesome to beat mine. 🙂

[@ossi2635]

I hope they support their product more then sennelier. It's ridiculous how many painters don't know the green for oil products.

[@BJones-yw4dd]

Yeah, I've used that too, when I couldn't get ZestIt -- but I can avoid using either one using Kimberly Brooks's solvent-free recommendations in her book.

[@DependsWhatDay]

I personally cannot wait for these to be available in the States! I hope Michael brings them to sell at PACE.

[@BJones-yw4dd]

Jackson's in the UK ships internationally.

[@DependsWhatDay]

I went there yesterday and could not locate the Miracle Mediums yet. Thank you for the heads up though - good sale right now :)@@BJones-yw4dd

[@ChantelleArts]

This is fascinating ❤❤

[@pringlel]

Great sounding product but you really should know which camera to look at when doing a promo.

[@cecilybrennan4346]

How will it behave in terms of cracking? Long term

[@alexamuen]

This question 💯

[@josephinastover5785]

Sounds amazing! When will it be available?

[@JacksonsArtSupplies]

Hi there, thanks for your question. The miracle medium is already available in the UK. You can find it on our website here: www.jacksonsart.com/michael-harding-miracle-medium Unfortunately, it is not yet available anywhere else, but we would be happy to let you know if there are any updates with this in the future. We hope this helps. Thanks, the Jackson's Team

[@josephinastover5785]

@@JacksonsArtSupplies Thank you for your reply. I would love to be notified if this availability changes in the future; I live in the U.S. Thanks!

[@nibbleniks2320]

Not sure why, but I cannot find it on the Jackson site. Is there another name they might use?

[@BJones-yw4dd]

It's under Oils & Mediums, or simply search for Miracle -- I found it both ways.

[@JacksonsArtSupplies]

Hi there, thanks for your question. This could be because this product is currently only available in the UK. We would be more than happy to alert you if this changes. We hope this helps. Thanks, the Jackson's Team

[@nibbleniks2320]

@@JacksonsArtSuppliesThank you. I thought perhaps that might be the reason. Sounds like wonderful products.

[@kaos.]

"I can't tell you which plant" EU commission: Thank you for your generous donation

[@awatercolourist]

😂

[@El_papa_de_Rambo]

England is not part of the EU.

[@BJones-yw4dd]

It's called protecting intellectual property, dear, and nothing to do with the EU.

[@awatercolourist]

@@BJones-yw4dd I’m not sure, but I don’t think businesses can hide behind intellectual property laws to hide the composition and source of their products, just like food manufacturers can’t hide the ingredients (and the nature of these ingredients) of their foods. Are there any lawyers here who can tell us what the position of UK law is regarding art materials ingredients?

[@ThailandTerry]

@@awatercolourist I believe a business is required to provide a COSH sheet upon request to comply with health and safety laws. It may well contain the ingredients included but not the ratio. Sometimes ingredients are also given generic names if that is sufficient for medical attention purposes probably to prevent copying by competitors.

[@MaxMut.]

We have to wait to read a comment from someone Who has currently used them Sounds like a miracle “

[@JacksonsArtSupplies]

Hi there, thanks for your comment. Our team is currently looking into reviewing this product. We would be happy to send you a link when we release it. In the meantime, you can also read our blog article for more information about the miracle medium: www.jacksonsart.com/blog/2024/03/18/michael-harding-explains-his-new-miracle-medium/ We hope this helps. Thanks, the Jackson's Team

[@MaxMut.]

@@JacksonsArtSupplies this is so interesting, been trying for years different brands and fórmulas. Im really passionate about it And this presentation definitely force me to try them.. Very thankful for this link And looking to write a comment As soon as l have the pleasure To use them “

[@JacksonsArtSupplies]

Hi there, we hope you are well. We recently released our article, in which Louise Reynolds reviews the Michael Harding Miracle Medium. Here is a link to the article on our blog: www.jacksonsart.com/blog/2024/04/09/non-toxic-oil-painting-with-michael-harding-miracle-medium/ We hope this helps. Thanks, the Jackson's Team

[@13mainstreet18]

This is extremely exciting. I had put away my oils as odorless turpentine, and the like was toxic. Can you use this with any oil paints?

[@JacksonsArtSupplies]

Hi there, thanks for your question. Yes, this medium can be used with any oil paints. We hope this helps. Thanks, the Jackson's Team

[@JK-rh9ry]

I had same concerns, but no need to put away your oils and this solution is far better than resorting to Water Soluble Oils. Avoid Gamsol YES, it promotes itself as "Safe Studio" but is followed by info on toxicity and need for ventilation. But no need to put away your oil paints, they are not toxic, solvents are. Solvents are not necessary to paint and/or clean brushes & palettes. I paint and teach Oil Painting with these alternatives without compromise to the process of Oil Painting. Here's what I recommend and use. For UNDERPAINTING instead of Gamsol to thin paint without "fat" (oil), I've started using Liquitex Acrylic paints in choice of color, typically Transparent Raw Umber, Burnt Sienna or Ultramarine Blue - that can be thinned with WATER, and being acrylic, it dries super fast allowing the painter to continue with the fill steps of painting. It also is great being the LEAN layer of "Fat over Lean" principle to avoid cracking in oil paintings. (Reminder: Acrylic paint over Gessoed canvas is compatible, but never apply acrylic over oil.) For MEDIUM use: M. Graham Walnut Alkyd Oil (fast drying) or Walnut Oil (slow drying - non-yellowing, use in place of linseed oil. Also works to clean brushes in between colors WHILE painting). Another non-toxic option is Gamblin Solvent Free Gel (fast drying) as MEDIUM. For BRUSH CLEANUP, again, nothing toxic needed, no ventilation for any of this... I cannot recommend Master's Brush Cleaner (cake or bar soap) strongly enough. It's non-toxic and a "miracle" in itself as it easily cleans brushes without damage to bristles, even cleans hardened bristles of paint, reconditions brushes and removes paint stains from clothing even if dried on! So, get out those oil paints as it is super easy to have a toxic free paint studio without compromise to the process! Questions: www.jackiekanefineart.com P.S. Jackson's Art Supply is great whether overseas or in the U.S. They now also have a MAINE, USA location with excellent Customer Service.

[@april.autobiographical.artist]

Sounds good but odd it's not available to purchase anywhere. 🤔 Bummer.

[@BJones-yw4dd]

Jackson's in the UK ships internationally

[@april.autobiographical.artist]

Thank you! And with more investigating looks like it will be available in the US as soon as it goes through new labeling process, etc... Looking forward to it!

[@JacksonsArtSupplies]

@@april.autobiographical.artist Hi there, thanks for your comment. This product is currently only available in the UK. However, we would be more than happy to alert you if this changes. We hope this helps. Thanks, the Jackson's Team

[@AI-xs4fp]

Eureka!👨‍🎨

[@stanleyipkiss3806]

So if the miracle medium is a dilutant and doesn’t cut the structure of the paint, can it be used in large ratios with the paint to make it very fluid, say 80% medium 20% paint?

[@JacksonsArtSupplies]

Hi there, thanks for your question. The recommended ratio is on each of the different bottles and the amounts for each range from 5-20%. We hope this helps. Thanks, the Jackson's Team

[@hotlineoperator]

Better strategy would be telling what substances does it contain?.

[@pamelaharrison4843]

For anyone who is interested, check out Art Life podcast where there is an artist testing and using all these new miracle mediums.

[@MrSilva960]

That produte Miracle Medium is exported to Europe ?if Is available in European Market , I`m interest to buy it ! I live in Portugal .

[@JacksonsArtSupplies]

Hi there, thanks for your comment. This product is currently only available in the UK. We would be happy to alert you if this changes. We hope this helps. Thanks, the Jackson's Team

[@chrisedwick]

Feel like I'm dreaming...everything we've needed....I spent all last summer trying all the supposedly "non toxic" mediums on the market and what a filthy load of stinky stuff they were... if this is as good as Michael says then "miracle" will be an understatement....what a genius...will immediately switch to this and try...what a thrill...

[@BJones-yw4dd]

Have you read Kimberly Brook's book on detoxifying your painting practice/studio? Upshot: don't clean your brushes with solvents, use oils, which means I don't have actually wash my brushes (i.e. with soap & water) as often.

[@murkyseb]

I wouldn’t use a product without knowing what’s in it. Knowing the peer reviewed research that goes into making sure something is archival is important especially when that’s one of the selling points of the product. Without disclosing what you’ve put in it makes it feel like a scam

[@RebekkaHay]

It’s understandable to ask for clarification of the properties but to suggest that this is a scam simply because it wasn’t mentioned in this video is just rude. Do you think he just found the substance and put it into bottles w/o doing any testing at all? Don’t you know much much testing and research goes into sth like this? Pls learn some manners.

[@murkyseb]

@@RebekkaHay well as he refuses to mention what the product is even made from yes it does sound like no peer reviewed testing went into it. You can't just claim your product has all these magical properties but then provide no proof of it. I actually am selling a similar product but mine works even better and will make any painting last 100 times longer

[@MrEdzeeray]

@@murkysebyeah you’re not only rude but ignorant. Products are usually tested. Not telling you the source doesn’t mean it is dangerous. Just using pure logic. There many “organic” Santander’s used in products that in certain could be harmful. So it’s not a simple relationship of organic means good for you. Non organic is bad for you.

[@murkyseb]

@@MrEdzeeray I have something you may be interested in, I have these magic beans that will make paintings last 10x longer with no downside. They've been tested so don't worry about it

[@MrEdzeeray]

@@murkyseb unless you’re established magic beans seller. I ain’t buying :)

[@torhob]

MM2 Quick Dry Dammar Glaze

[@ScowlingBat]

Definitely wouldn't buy something without knowing what's in it, that's sketchy as hell. By not saying the ingredients, and calling it "miracle," sounds way too much like the old "snake oil" cures etc.

[@azzalos]

I think I will wait a bit longer until you *can* tell us what’s in it 😂

[@BJones-yw4dd]

Intellectual property rights mean that -- just like he says -- he is not allowed to say. Otherwise any other manufacturer could steal the recipe.

[@victoralosi1461]

_flows like mastic oil .

[@awatercolourist]

Kind I’m not an oil painter, but I suspect many oil painters will want to give this a try. Miracle Medium is a bit too much, though.

[@hooareya6261]

I have been rubbing it between my toes.

[@jumanas4012]

is it gum arabic :)

[@geostk3659]

.other companies have also bio solvents.

[@BJones-yw4dd]

But they're not non-toxic -- there is a difference.

[@BaconbuttywithCheese]

Miralce anything sounds like snake oil. Caveat emptor.

[@1977ajax]

I clicked out at 'vegan'.

[@El_papa_de_Rambo]

They use a lot of animals to make OMS XD

[@JS-ys2uk]

All that means is they don’t use any animal products to make it. Some people try to limit the amount of animal products they buy it doesn’t necessarily have anything to do with the vegan weirdos you seem to be so triggered by.

[@1977ajax]

@@JS-ys2uk Triggered? You assume a great deal, don't you honey. Working out well for you is it, that mistake!

[@Chamomile369]

Why? Are you specifically looking for oil painting products that contain animal products only?

[@Shamufrootyboots]

What is this witchcraft?!