Update on liquin

Well, I've used the dreaded liquin and no allergic reaction : it did have rather a chemical smell though. I think I will use it for en plein air work : the consistency is good and it is easy to use and relatively colourless. The chemical smell is a bit of a concern in a cold Edinburgh studio : I really cannot bring myself to open the windows at the moment, it being 2 or 3 degrees outside. I have ordered some sun bleached linseed oil : I think this may suit my studio work better : it is a natural oil, but dries faster. I will report back (eventually) on that.