Richeson Casein Color Sets - The Shiva Series

Convenient sets of casein colors perfect for beginners!

This fast-drying, matte finish, water-soluble, milk protein based paint is one of the oldest art mediums in the world. Use casein to create stunning artistic effects from watercolor-like washes to oil-like luster, and even use for light impasto techniques! Richeson Shiva Series Casein Sets are perfect as an introduction to this fascinating medium, the favorite of art restorators the world over. Each set includes six 37ml tubes of Richeson Shiva Series Casein paint.

• Starter Set of 6 – An excellent kit for beginners in casein, this set includes one 37ml tube each of Titanium White, Ivory Black, Rose Red, Naples Yellow, Ultramarine Blue Deep and Shiva Green (Phthalo).

• Color Theory Set of 6 – The ideal medium for learning color mixing, casein has little to no color shift from wet to dry. This set includes six primary and secondary 37ml tubes of casein, one each of Shiva Rose, Cadmium Yellow Light, Ultramarine Blue Deep, Cadmium Orange, Shiva Green (Phthalo), and Shiva Violet.

• Underpainting Set of 6 – In addition to being a fine art medium of its own, casein is also the perfect choice for underpainting on works in oils, acrylics, and even watercolors. Making an underpainting in casein adds depth and vibrancy, and can increase the realism of a piece. This set includes six 37ml tubes of casein ideal for underpainting, one tube each of Burnt Sienna, Raw Umber, Payne's Grey, Yellow Ochre, Cadmium Red Pale, and Permasol Blue.