MiniArt Supply
SURFACES
(10% discount on orders of $100 or more)

Ivorine
S1, 5-3/4 x 7-7/8" - $8.50
S1-810, 8 x 10" - $22
S1-1012, 10 x 12" - $25
S1-1620, 16 x 20" - $65

Synthetic ivory painting surface for oils, watercolors, and acrylics.

• Translucent, off-white.
• Used for painting miniatures for 100+ years and proved to be a reliable surface.
• Can be mounted on acid-free foam core. Use 3-M Photo-Mount or 3-M Vac-U-Mount spray adhesive. These adhesives have been age-tested on Ivorine without adverse effects; other adhesives may chemically interact with the Ivorine.
• Store in a climate-controlled environment under a weight such as a heavy book. Do not hang in direct sunlight. Tendency to bow and warp if subjected to extreme heat.
• Either side can be used as painting surface.
• Thickness - .03" (.76mm)
• Sold in sheet sizes noted to left. (sample available on request)
  
  
• For info on the manufacturing process of ivorine, click here.
  
  
• For general characteristics on ivorine & polymin, see below.

Polymin
S2 & S3, 6 x 8" - $9
S2 or S3-812, 8 x 12" - $19
S2 or S3-1216, 12 x 16" - $38

Synthetic ivory painting surface for oils, watercolors, and acrylics.

• Translucent, ivory color (S2) and white (S3).
• Surface-treated plastic.
• Used in archival applications for 40+ years without degradation.
• Dimensionally stable, chemically resistant.
• Dull side recommended as painting surface, although either side can be used.
• Ivory color has been color matched to antique ivory.
• White is well suited for bright landscapes and seascapes.
• Sold in sheet sizes noted to left. (sample available on request)
  
  
• For general characteristics on ivorine & polymin, see below.

Ivorine and Polymin - general characteristics:

• Can be cut to size with scissors.
• Ready to use with any media.
• Non-absorbent.
• Avoid fingerprints on surfaces, especially if water-based paints are used. Greasy or oil spots will prevent paint from adhering; wash with dish soap before use if necessary.
• If surface is too glossy for your particular artwork, gently rub with fine-grain sanding film (see Misc. page); also use sanding film between layers of paint for a smoother look.
• Can be framed under glass with a mat (any media), but needs a firm backing and should be fastened firmly in frame. Oils can be framed under glass since these surfaces do not need to "breathe" like canvas.

Avon Smooth
S4A - $2
*or 10 for $18
($2 savings)

Fiber-based paper card for watercolors and acrylics.

• Opaque, pure white, excellent smooth painting surface.
• Heavy card, 385gsm (142lb), acid free.
• Resistant to distortion due to moisture absorption, easy to cut with scissors, stable, rigid, semi-absorbent.
• Either side can be used as painting surface.
• Can also be used as rigid backing for Ivorine, Polymin, or photographs.
• Sold in 6" x 8" sheet, or 10 for $18. (sample available on request)

Fine quality calfskin for oils, watercolors, and acrylics.

• Manufactured by same method for 200 years.
• Made to simulate ivory.
• Thickness - .02" (.5mm)
• Sold in 5" x 7" sheet. (sample available for $8 - 2-1/2" x 3-1/2")

Adhesive-backed card.

• Opaque white.
• Lightweight card, 250gsm, acid free.
• Provides reflective backing and rigidity to art work.
• Adhesive is permanent so art work cannot be repositioned.
• Peel thin paper from the matte side of card to expose adhesive.
• Sold in 6" x 8" sheet.

Gessoed art board for oils, watercolors, acrylics, pastels, chalk, pencils, and pen/ink.

• Opaque, pure white.
• Smooth-faced, double-primed, acid free and ready to paint.
• Good for rub-out painting techniques.
• Thickness - 1/8" (3.5mm)
• Price: 4" x 6" & smaller - $2/each, or 5 for $9.
  *Can be cut to any size, as small as 2x2". Call for quote on larger sizes.
• See Frames page, "Decorative Frames," for frame with gessoed art board offer.

Piano Keys
PKA - $5
PKB - $12
PKT - $3

  PKA  PKB    PKT
(click to enlarge)

Antique ivory piano keys, polished. (sizes may vary slightly)

• Legal in U.S.
• PKA, Head Standard, 7/8" x 1-7/8"
• PKB, Head Jumbo, 5/8" x 3-7/8"
• PKT, Tail, 1/2" x 4"

Porcelain Inserts - Glazed
(except one bisque)

Oval
S-GO21/8 - $3
S-BO21/8 - $1.25 (bisque)
S-GO13/4 - $3
S-GO11/2 - $3
S-GO3/4 - $1.25
S-GO3/8 - $1.25

Round
S-GR2 - $3
S-GR13/4 - $2
S-GR5/8 - $1.25
S-GR3/8 - $1.25

*See Frames (Pendants/Brooches) for mounts that fit some of the Porcelain:

This fits S-GO21/8 & BO21/8:
FNA223

This fits S-GO13/4:
FB22E

These fit S-GO11/2:
FNA150
FNA117
FPJC71 & 74
FPJC70
FE45650

Bone Boxes
(cow bone)
Neat surface for painting or scrimshaw

MiniArt Supply, 301-977-2190, nancy@miniartsupply.biz