Golden Artist Colors (GAC) is an American manufacturing company that produces high-quality art supplies and materials, comprising a broad range of acrylic colors, mediums, gels, and varnishes for professional artists, students, and hobbyists worldwide. The company is distinguished for its exceptional pigments, consistency, durability, and versatility, which make the products ideal for a wide range of art techniques, styles, and applications.
Founded in 1980 by Sam Golden and Mark Golden
Initially produced the first ready-to-use acrylic polymer emulsion
Continuously innovates new formulas and products
Acquired Williamsburg Handmade Oil Colours in 2010
Won numerous awards for environmental awareness and outstanding products
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A universal acrylic polymer emulsion that can be used as a binder, sealer, and adhesion promoter for a wide range of surfaces and media.
A harder film-forming acrylic polymer emulsion that is ideal for stiffening fabrics, adding sheen to surfaces, and improving paint adhesion.
An extender for fluid acrylic colors that creates a thinner, glossier, and more transparent film, and improves leveling and blending properties.
A pouring medium for acrylic colors that reduces crazing, improves flow and adhesion, and enhances color brilliance and depth.
A line of high-viscosity, smooth-textured, and lightfast acrylic paints that are available in over 100 colors, and can be applied with a brush, palette knife, or other tools.
Compared to other artist-grade brands, such as Winsor & Newton or Liquitex, Golden Artist Colors may seem expensive, but they offer high-quality, innovative, and diverse products, which justify their price point.
Yes, Golden Artist Colors are compatible with most acrylic paints, mediums, and gels from other brands. However, it is recommended to test the compatibility and properties of the mixtures on a small area before applying them to a larger artwork.
The drying time of Golden Artist Colors varies depending on the type of medium, surface, and ambient temperature and humidity. Generally, Heavy Body Acrylics dry to the touch in 10-20 minutes, and are fully cured in 3-7 days. However, using a hairdryer, a hot plate, or other heat sources can accelerate the drying process.
GAC 100 is a universal acrylic polymer emulsion that is designed to mix with other Golden Artist Colors to increase their transparency, adhesion, and flexibility. GAC 800 is a pouring medium that is used to decrease the viscosity and surface tension of acrylic paints, and create fluid, marbled, or cell effects.
Yes, Golden Artist Colors offer a wide range of products that are suitable for beginners, such as Fluid Acrylics, OPEN Acrylics, or High Flow Acrylics, which are easier to handle and blend, and have longer working times than Heavy Body Acrylics. However, keep in mind that Golden Artist Colors are artist-grade materials that require some skill, practice, and knowledge to optimize their use and achieve the desired effects.