{"product_id":"illustration-lifeline-colors-2oz","title":"Illustration Lifeline Colors 2oz","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" data-lineheight=\"33.6px\" data-fontsize=\"28\" style=\"--fontsize: 28; line-height: 1.2;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/7539\/6411\/files\/lifeline-logo-300.png?v=1740530438\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" data-lineheight=\"33.6px\" data-fontsize=\"28\" style=\"--fontsize: 28; line-height: 1.2;\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIllustration Colors are low-viscosity airbrush paints designed for refined atomization and flow through the smallest of airbrush tip sizes, at low psi settings, without a stippled pattern when faded from a tint to a saturated color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll Illustration Colors dry to a matte finish. Illustration Colors, Bloodline and Lifeline are transparent paints with no filler added and made with a saturated pigment volume for semi-opaque coverage out of the bottle. Illustration Opaque Colors have added filler for increased coverage.  All color types share the same resin and are collectively herein referred to as “Illustration Colors”.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" data-lineheight=\"33.6px\" data-fontsize=\"28\" style=\"--fontsize: 28; line-height: 1.2;\"\u003eSoft Erasing Feature of Illustration Colors\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIllustration Colors are unique in that the final cure is delayed for 48-hours, during which the colors may be “soft erased” for subtle manipulation. After this open cure window, Illustration Colors cure to a hard coating. When mixed with 4030, Illustration Colors do not soft erase.\u003cbr\u003eDeveloped by artist Dru Blair, Illustration Colors work excellent for reductive techniques and manipulation of the paint while it cures. For exceptional airbrush technique instruction, visit schoolofrealism.com.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" data-lineheight=\"33.6px\" data-fontsize=\"28\" style=\"--fontsize: 28; line-height: 1.2;\"\u003e5090 Illustration Transparent Base\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5090 is the acrylic-resin base to Illustration Colors without pigment added. 5090 dries to a transparent, matte finish.\u003cbr\u003eUse 5090 to extend Illustration Colors by mixing in any ratio without affecting adhesion.  Adding 5090 to colors does not affect shelf-life.\u003cbr\u003eMix colors with 5090, then thin colors intended for use with 4011 Reducer to colors intended for use within 48-hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5090 may also be used a light, clear for interior applications, which will create a uniform, matte finish over colors. This helps when colors are over-reduced and may appear satin or semi-gloss. 5090 creates a uniform, matte sheen when applied over colors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" data-lineheight=\"33.6px\" data-fontsize=\"28\" style=\"--fontsize: 28; line-height: 1.2;\"\u003e5092 Createx Flex Additive\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5092 Flex Additive is made for painting latex and other flexible substrates such as flexible foams \u0026amp; urethanes. 5092 Flex Additive was formerly called Bloodline Latex Adhesion Promoter; it’s the same product. Mixing 5092 to Createx paints including Illustration Colors and Bloodline improves flexibility, so paint won’t chip or crack when latex, flexible foam \u0026amp; urethane substrates, and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMix 5092 with Createx paints and apply direct to the substrate after cleaning (use 99% isopropyl alcohol to clean, then wipe with a lint-free cloth).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMix 5092 ~ 20% to 100% (1:1) v\/v with colors, then thin as needed with 4011 Reducer, generally 10% v\/v. Colors take longer to dry when mixed with 5092. Allow for extended drying in-between coats. Do not use heat to cure. Colors will remain tacky for an extended period after mixing with 5092. Minimize tack by applying colors in light coats, allowing each to air dry so they appear matte before applying the next coat of paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" data-lineheight=\"33.6px\" data-fontsize=\"28\" style=\"--fontsize: 28; line-height: 1.2;\"\u003eBloodline \u0026amp; Lifeline\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeveloped by special FX artist Tim Gore, Bloodline and Lifeline are muted colors with earthy undertones for unique undertones, perfect for hyper real effects. Bloodline appear as over-saturated, dark hues at full saturation, and when applied in lighter, tint-strength coats showing underlying hues that are  rich and earthy for excellent color blending\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" data-lineheight=\"33.6px\" data-fontsize=\"28\" style=\"--fontsize: 28; line-height: 1.2;\"\u003eAirbrush \u0026amp; Spray-Gun Settings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIllustration Colors spray out-of-the-bottle through any tip-sized airbrush at a wide variety of settings. Although most artist will lower the paint’s viscosity by thinning with 4011 Reducer 5% – 20% per volume, Illustration Colors spray well without thinning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAirbrush: Any tip size\u003cbr\u003eSpray-Gun: 1.2mm – 1.3mm\u003cbr\u003eMini-Gun: 0.8 – 1.2mmFollow spray-gun manufacturer’s psi recommendations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" data-lineheight=\"33.6px\" data-fontsize=\"28\" style=\"--fontsize: 28; line-height: 1.2;\"\u003eMixing \u0026amp; Thinning (“Reducing”)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIllustration Colors spray out-of-the-bottle through any tip-sized airbrush at a wide variety of psi settings without thinning. However, most artists prefer thinning colors.\u003cbr\u003eThin colors with 4011 Reducer, generally 5% – 20% per volume for airbrush, and 5% – 10% per volume for spray-gun.\u003cbr\u003eThe amounts paint is thinned vary as per many factors such as airbrush tip-size, technique and color type. The viscosity of specific colors varies which affects how much reducer is needed to thin colors to the same flow \u0026amp; atomization. For example, Burnt Umber, a thick heavy pigmented color, will require more than Yellow to spray the same.\u003cbr\u003eSubjective preferences also play a role. These mixing guidelines are just a starting reference. If adding excessive amounts of 4011, look o also adding 5090 Transparent Base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" data-lineheight=\"33.6px\" data-fontsize=\"28\" style=\"--fontsize: 28; line-height: 1.2;\"\u003eMixing (contd.)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor painting hard-surface and rigid substrates, mixing Illustration Colors with 4030 Balancing Clear or 4050 UVLS Gloss Clear works excellent, making an acrylic – urethane resin blend which has improved adhesion, flow and durability when painting substrates such as plastic, metal and existing finishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd 4030 or 4050 10% per volume to colors, then thin as needed with 4011 Reducer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4030 is a lower viscosity compared to 4050, and colors mixed with it require less thinning with 4011 Reducer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter mixing colors with 4011 Reducer, allow for 10+ minutes before spraying so the alcohol breaks down the water’s surface tension, for improved flow and leveling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly add 4011 to colors intended for use within 48-hours as 4011 promotes curing. Best practice for extending the shelf-life of colors mixed with 4011 Reducer is to keep the cap completely closed and bottle kept air-tight unless pouring paint. Store in a cabinet or box away from direct light, cold or excessive heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" data-lineheight=\"33.6px\" data-fontsize=\"28\" style=\"--fontsize: 28; line-height: 1.2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrying Times and Humidity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDry Times \u0026amp; Curing are set to a constant temperature of\u003cbr\u003e70⁰F \/ 21⁰C and 50% Relative Humidity. Extend drying times in colder temperatures down to 60 F⁰ \/ 16⁰C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePainting in lower temperatures is not recommended.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow for extended air-drying time when painting in humid or cold conditions, allowing each coat to dry matte before applying the next coat of paint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse air movement to assist drying, not direct heat. The best practice is to use a fan with air directed to flow over the painted surface, not directed at it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo assist paint drying in humid conditions, make a reducer mixed in equal parts (1:1) with 4011 Reducer and 4020 Reducer. Use this mix to thin colors by adding up to 25% per volume. Only thin with the 4011 \/ 4020 Reducer mix intended for spraying within a 48-hour period and keep capped airtight unless pouring paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTime to tape is best 1-hour or more.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTime to top-coat with a clear, especially a solvent-based 2k clear are best 4-hours or more. Refer to the Createx Hard-Surface \u0026amp; Automotive Application Guide for more, available www.creatextech.com.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" data-lineheight=\"33.6px\" data-fontsize=\"28\" style=\"--fontsize: 28; line-height: 1.2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIllustration Colors are a fluid acrylic paint.  They may be applied with a brush, airbrush, or spray-gun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorking in light coats, with enough re-coat time for colors to dry matte and tack-free before applying the next coat is best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough colors may dry tack-free several minutes after application, final cure is 48-hours after application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" data-lineheight=\"33.6px\" data-fontsize=\"28\" style=\"--fontsize: 28; line-height: 1.2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTop-Coat Clear\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTop-coating with a clear is optional. Use Createx UVLS Clears or other clear type, Top-coat with a durable clear such as Createx UVLS Clears for exterior applications, for a gloss or satin finish, or to protect from repeated, direct handling \u0026amp; contact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with a wide range of clear types, including solvent-based, catalyzed urethane automotive clears.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSanding is not required prior to applying clear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" data-lineheight=\"33.6px\" data-fontsize=\"28\" style=\"--fontsize: 28; line-height: 1.2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCleaning after Illustration Colors Cure\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColors should only be cleaned after the paint has thoroughly dried, best 72-hours after application. Delayed cross-linking feature means it takes longer for them to dry and not be affected by a cleaning prior to top-coating with a clear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen mixed with 4050 or 4030, colors are safe to clean within 4 – 6 hours air drying after application.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a solvent-based degreaser or odorless mineral spirits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" data-lineheight=\"33.6px\" data-fontsize=\"28\" style=\"--fontsize: 28; line-height: 1.2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePot-Life \u0026amp; Storage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIllustration Colors do not have a pot-life.\u003cbr\u003eStore air-tight in a cool, dry environment away from direct list.\u003cbr\u003eKeep capped air-tight when not pouring paint.  Fresh air promotes curing of paint at the surface level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe best practice for extending the shelf-life of colors mixed with 4011 Reducer is to keep the cap completely closed and bottle kept air-tight unless pouring paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" data-lineheight=\"33.6px\" data-fontsize=\"28\" style=\"--fontsize: 28; line-height: 1.2;\"\u003eHealth \u0026amp; Safety\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse in a well-ventilated area.  Avoid contact with eyes. Wash hands thoroughly with soap and warm water after use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not ingest. Use in a well-ventilated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWear a NIOSH \/ MSHA respirator when painting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEye contact: Rinse with clean water for 15 minutes.  Seek medical attention.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRefer to SDS for Createx Illustration Colors for more, available www.creatextech.com\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Createx","offers":[{"title":"5016 Light Olive Gold","offer_id":50056710062395,"sku":"","price":8.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5017 Olive Gold","offer_id":50056710095163,"sku":"","price":8.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5018 Deep Olive Gold","offer_id":50056710127931,"sku":"","price":8.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5019 Light Espresso","offer_id":50056710160699,"sku":"","price":8.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5020 Espresso","offer_id":50056710193467,"sku":"","price":8.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5021 Deep Espresso","offer_id":50056710226235,"sku":"","price":8.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5022 Fair Blush","offer_id":50056710259003,"sku":"","price":8.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"5023 Blush","offer_id":50056710291771,"sku":"","price":8.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5024 Deep Blush","offer_id":50056710324539,"sku":"","price":8.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5025 Light Natural","offer_id":50056710357307,"sku":"","price":8.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5026 Natural","offer_id":50056710390075,"sku":"","price":8.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"5027 Deep Natural","offer_id":50056710422843,"sku":"","price":8.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5028 Natural Lip","offer_id":50056710455611,"sku":"","price":8.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5029 Intrinsic Shade","offer_id":50056710488379,"sku":"","price":8.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5030 Cool Tone","offer_id":50056710521147,"sku":"","price":8.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/7539\/6411\/files\/5016-02-Lifeline-Light-Olive-Gold-2oz_1b71b45e-95f8-4444-be48-036c87149e24.jpg?v=1740530828","url":"https:\/\/maacaffestore.com\/es\/products\/illustration-lifeline-colors-2oz","provider":"The Compleat Sculptor, Inc","version":"1.0","type":"link"}