White Mixatives: Comparing Ranger Snowcap & Pinata Blanco Blanco

[@jacquelinecouture7684]

Great video. I appreciate your straight forward approach. I get tired of the videos where people are constantly giggling and or just making small talk. You get right to it and all information given pertains to the subject. What a refreshing change. THANK YOU!

[@SerenaHannahStudio]

Thanks @Jacqueline Couture Thank you so much! Personally, I prefer straightforward videos as when I go searching for a question I want the answer without a lot of extra dialogue, which is why I deliver my videos the way I do, and why in the video descriptions I show what is being presented at what times so viewers can skip to the portions they want.

[@kinw2436]

Terrific detail. sensitive yet without the all too common excessive small talk. A true teacher. Thank you for your hard work and sharing from a new subscriber from Chicago Illinois USA

[@SherylWilliamsart]

I just love this presentation. I know you worked so hard but you've created a great video. I will post so all my students can see. Thank you, Serena.

[@SerenaHannahStudio]

Thanks @SherylWilliamsart!

[@bostonbutterfly4473]

Love your straightforward & to the point approach. Super informative, thank you.

[@Eydalia]

Serena this was super helpful. Thank you for taking the time to put this together!

[@SerenaHannahStudio]

Thanks Eydie, you’re very welcome :)

[@tinawood5926]

You have NO idea how Happy I am to have found this video!! I’m about to order alcohol inks and was going batty looking for the “right” white! Thank you sooo much!!! Wonderful tutorial!

[@SerenaHannahStudio]

Thanks for watching!

[@dechesino601]

Thank you so much for answering so many questions in one video. I was confused when looking for white in the stores, due to the Ranger named “Mixative”. Not sure and afraid to buy. Now that I have my answers .... off to Michael’s I go. THANK YOU!

[@SerenaHannahStudio]

@De Chesino Thanks for your feedback! It took me a long time to figure out what a "Mixative" was, and what the difference was between a "Mixative", a "Metallic" and a "White"...I made this video to spare other people the frustration and confusion!

[@dianamorehouse1956]

I had the same issue before watching this...mixative...I was thinking, "What is that?"

[@pamelawarren7953]

Excellent video. You really share your expertise. I definitely subscribed to follow you. I have a lot of backtracking to see what I've missed. Thank You for taking the time to put together a very detailed presentation.

[@SerenaHannahStudio]

Thank you so much @pamelawarren7953!

[@kathyhosch5644]

BECAUSE THE BOTTLE SAYS TO SHAKE WELL, I KEEP LISTENING FOR THE BALL. THOUGHT I HAD A BAD BOTTLE. THIS VIDEO TELL ME I AM NOT GOING CRAZY. THANKS. GOOD PRESENTATION,

[@SerenaHannahStudio]

No, I asked many many people who confirmed they had issues hearing the ball in the Snowcap. The ball you see in the video was so stuck to the bottom I had to fish it out with a blunt end needle, and even then it wasn’t easy. I find storing them on their sides helps alot because the pigment doesn’t settle in nearly as small a space.

[@betsykins7]

This video was extremely helpful! I got on KZbin searching, because I was having trouble getting the light opaque alcohol ink to spread and to act how I wanted it to act. Thank you so much for making this video.

[@SerenaHannahStudio]

Thanks for watching!

[@mpbailey18]

Amazing video! So appreciate all the time and effort you took to create these fascinating comparisons...THANK YOU!

[@SerenaHannahStudio]

Thank you for watching!

[@jivagame]

How can buy this product in india

[@SherylWilliamsart]

Fabulous presentation. I'm so glad that you had the black modeling film as it's much easier to see.

[@SerenaHannahStudio]

Thank you so so much Sheryl! xoxo

[@demilli1737]

You have so much depth in your paintings! So beautiful, thank you for sharing all of your tips :)

[@SerenaHannahStudio]

Thanks for watching!

[@janweaver3112]

Glad I found your informative video. I have used the Blano, it is hard to work with too powdery.

[@SerenaHannahStudio]

@janweaver3112 Thank you!

[@kristinakowalski6573]

Great video.. technical knowledge and testing is great to have in our tool kits

[@SerenaHannahStudio]

Thanks so much for your feedback @Kristina Kowalski

[@lucilleloose5060]

Glad you did this video, I needed some answers. I have blanco blanco and it clumps all the time, even adding isopropyl.i can’t use it

[@SerenaHannahStudio]

Thanks for watching!

[@ginamariec628]

Wonderful video!!! You are an excellent teacher and very thorough !!!!

[@SerenaHannahStudio]

Thanks @Gina Marie - I absolutely love and appreciate such kind feedback :)

[@MySelfDesign]

Were you using a spoon back to mix your swatches?

[@SerenaHannahStudio]

@MySelfDesign No, it's the top of the nozzle for the airbrush. It does look like a spoon from above :)

[@DragonSlayer-ho4mi]

THANK YOU.i heard my ball bearing. I had no clue. Snow cap

[@SerenaHannahStudio]

I just called Jacquard and they said there is a ball...back when I filmed I shook the bottle for a good 5 minutes and still found no ball so maybe they added one.

[@atsu8344]

Thanks dear. Joy are very helpful I’m very happy with your videos

[@SerenaHannahStudio]

Thank you!

[@debbapearce6113]

Terrific information and so well presented. Thank you!!!

[@SerenaHannahStudio]

@debbapearce6113 Thank you so much for your kind words!

[@marcelledaigle8766]

Truly enjoyed this video...thank you so very much!

[@SerenaHannahStudio]

Thanks so much for your kind feedback @Marcelle Daigle!

[@skylerb9979]

This was a fantastic vid. I am new to this and have been trying to learn the difference.

[@SerenaHannahStudio]

Thanks for watching!

[@francinegirard590]

Thank you very much. With your informations, I save my snow cap.

[@SerenaHannahStudio]

Thank you!

[@sherylsilkie9954]

Fabulous instruction video. Thankyou 👍

[@SerenaHannahStudio]

Thank you so much @sherylsilkie9954

[@RaysBlueBasementWorkshop]

I just ordered the Blanco a couple of weeks ago and it did have a mixing ball in it.

[@SerenaHannahStudio]

I just called Jacquard and they said there is a ball...back when I filmed I shook the bottle for a good 5 minutes and still found no ball so maybe they added one.

[@cwawruck]

thanks so much Serena.... great video that save us all a lot of trial and error. xo

[@SerenaHannahStudio]

Thanks Connie! That's my goal - to save people time and money!

[@SashasRevenge]

Thank you for this, just what I needed!

[@SerenaHannahStudio]

Thank you for your kind words @rendaowe!

[@didee1000]

This video is SO helpful! Thank you!

[@SerenaHannahStudio]

Thanks Didee! You're very welcome

[@user-fk3dc5jr8i]

I have a question and I hope it’s not too late to answer... I have the blanco banco which I’ve used with piñata colors as the sinker successfully I went to buy more and they only had the rangers brand so I decided to try I got the ranger and I noticed that it doesn’t have the blending solution only the snowcap so my question is... can I use blanco blanco as the mixer along with the ranger alcohol inks? Oh I hope you see this and have a little time to answer I ruined a piece using the snowcap as the mixer 😔 by the way I’m using them in resin Thank you so much for this video!💕

[@SerenaHannahStudio]

@user-fk3dc5jr8i Apologies - I have been working throughout the pandemic as I'm also an RN. I would always suggest trying it with a very small sample so you don't risk ruining an entire piece.

[@HeiderosesPhotograph]

Thank you for this gorgeous video :)

[@SerenaHannahStudio]

Thank you!

[@bethkirley6340]

Thanks you very much for this. It has been very helpful.

[@SerenaHannahStudio]

Thanks Beth!

[@bethkirley6340]

Where do I find the comparison chart please?

[@SerenaHannahStudio]

If you go to www.serenawebber.com/download and scroll to "Comparison Charts" you should see the one for white mixatives. Let me know if you have any trouble finding it.

[@bethkirley6340]

Thanks Serena. It wasn't there when I first looked.

[@kristinekerr3688]

Great video!! Thx so much. Do u find that humidity plays a part in how alcohol inks blend or react? Humidity where I live is usually over 60% and I’m wondering if that’s why I don’t always get the same results. I like the whispy effect.

[@SerenaHannahStudio]

@Kristine Kerr Absolutely! I've had people who live in humid environments struggle with the Alcohol Inks as it changes the evaporation and reactivity of the inks. The wispy effect is achieved partially because of rapid evaporation through heat which becomes a challenge in humid environments. I would consider playing with a really high heat tool like a heat gun or embossing tool to get the effect.

[@bcwbarb]

Thanks for this video! The link for the chart doesn't seem to be working. I'm going to the website and try it there.

[@yellowstar2000]

Thanks again for another great video!

[@SerenaHannahStudio]

Candice L Collins Thanks for watching xoxo

[@kristenkuhns1419]

at 14:19 what colors did you use? soooooooooooooooo prettyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy

[@SerenaHannahStudio]

Kristen Kuhns I’m pretty sure I used Blue Green by Copic. Definitely one of my favorite colors!

[@WeAre0ne]

Thank you 😊

[@SerenaHannahStudio]

Thanks for watching!

[@deirdreomalley1253]

Great video! Now I know! Mystery solved!

[@SerenaHannahStudio]

Glad to be of help Deirdre!

[@mohsengolmohamadi]

brilliant video! thank you Serena ^_^

[@SerenaHannahStudio]

Thank you!

[@TwistedQuestionMark]

You are a life saver!

[@SerenaHannahStudio]

Thank you!

[@jessH090]

I bought a new white from piñata today. The blanco, and it sublime all my other inks in that it’s ‘bitty’ and even with shaking it up it comes out lumpy and dries funny. Am I doing something wrong or should I take it back to the art shop?

[@SerenaHannahStudio]

@Jess Holden I don't think you are. That is what the Blanco is known for: it tends to get really clumpy, especially when exposed to Isopropyl Alcohol. It definitely doesn't react like the Snowcap which is why many don't use it. That being said, I use Blanco in a lot of my work precisely because of this characteristic and just treat it as a separate product in its own right. If you look at the paintings in my Instagram feed (@SerenaWebberStudio) most of the creamy blue and turquoise pieces have Blanco in there, so you can get really nice results with Blanco with practice. I would keep the bottle and play with abstracts using the Blanco. You may be pleasantly surprised :)

[@jessH090]

Serena Webber Studio Thankyou so much for your detailed response! I reaaally appreciate it. I will definitely check our your Instagram 😅 subscribed ✅

[@jessH090]

Serena Webber Studio oh, and one more question!- I adore the way the piñata gold sits on the surface and creates gold flakes rather than mixing with the other colours, but the silver doesn’t do this, I was wondering if you knew of a brand that did a silver that flakes like the piñata gold. Alcohol inks are so hard to get ahold of in the UK, can only seem to get piñata ones and the odd ranger one on amazon, but if you knew of a silver that did I’d order it from America. X

[@SerenaHannahStudio]

@@jessH090 The silver seems to be a different formulation from Pinata's Gold or Brass. Some have had more luck with the Ranger. I definitely get it: even though we're just to the North of the USA, it can be very challenging to get some products in, not to mention expensive when you factor in exhorbitant shipping fees and customs.

[@jessH090]

Serena Webber Studio oh my god yes customs fees can be such a nasty disappointing shock 😭 thanks!

[@Jetsetkittyxoxo]

Are the swatches dried 100%? Did they take long to dry?

[@SerenaHannahStudio]

Yes, they take about 30 minutes to 3 hours depending on how thick the white pigment is applied.

[@carolynyerby361]

Now the Pinata Blanco Blanco does have the little steel ball in the bottles and so does the Snow Cap.

[@SerenaHannahStudio]

I just called Jacquard and they said there is a ball...back when I filmed I shook the bottle for a good 5 minutes and still found no ball so maybe they added one.

[@geddaburnell4643]

Thank you sweetie.

[@SerenaHannahStudio]

Thanks for watching!

[@janetcampbell4844]

Snow cap is now available in 2 oz bottles

[@SerenaHannahStudio]

@janetcampbell4844 Thanks for the update!

[@chaosartistry4335]

watching in 2020 4oz blanco now has a ball.

[@Inevitabletruthnow]

Chaos Artistry are you sure? Replying in 2021 and I just bought a 4oz Blanco, shook like crazy and never heard a ball. It came out clumpy and would not blend with my other alcohol inks. Thanks for any help

[@SerenaHannahStudio]

I just called Jacquard and they said there is a ball...back when I filmed I shook the bottle for a good 5 minutes and still found no ball so maybe they added one.

[@SerenaHannahStudio]

I just called Jacquard and they said there is a ball...back when I filmed I shook the bottle for a good 5 minutes and still found no ball so maybe they added one.