Lantern Festival Mixed Media

Mineral pigment painting is a traditional painting technique with thousands years of history that uses pigments made from finely ground natural minerals and stones. These pigments are typically mixed with a binder (like animal glue or egg yolk) and applied to surfaces such as paper, silk, or wooden boards.

Key Features:
1. Natural Origin: Pigments come from minerals like malachite (green), azurite (blue), cinnabar (red), and others.
2. Rich, Lasting Colors: Mineral pigments are known for their vibrant hues and long-lasting quality, often seen in ancient frescoes, thangkas, and traditional Asian and Byzantine art.
3. Matte Finish: Because minerals are ground into a powder, the result is often a soft, matte texture rather than a glossy one.
4. Traditional Techniques: Common in Chinese mural painting, Tibetan Buddhist art, and Byzantine icons.