Casein is a quick-drying, paint made by using a milk-based binding agent. Casein color pigments are probably the oldest paint medium known to man, used by Byzantine, Roman and Renaissance artists including the Old Masters.

Casein colors are known for being versatile, able to be used for a variety of effects from opaques of oil to thin watercolors. Casein has exceptional color that dries to a matte finish that allows pigments to become resistant to moisture and is more durable.

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