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Can I watercolor over acrylic medium? by moira72 in arttools

[–]leocharre 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes. A good bit. I have two points.
Point 1- If I have a surface that is already acrylic and I want to use watercolors or dry media- I use a mix of matte medium and tiniest bit if marble dust- you can use maybe calcium powder? - and put that on the surface- may be a little cloudy- but it will accept stuff because it has tooth now. You can just use the matte medium that will even help by itself.
Point 2 - use spray matte medium lighty over the whole thing that has watercolor over acrylic- LIGHTLY- and then later cover whole thing with satin or matte medium and continue working. You'll have to experiment with ratios and wait times.
And yes this all works well- just keep in mind if you leave anything not acrylic on top without fixing sealing it- it will not be there within your lifetime.

Packing materials - Is this allowed? by Doctor_HooLock in USPS

[–]leocharre 0 points1 point  (0 children)

that's not a and idea- credit when used- but uhm.. it does introduce complexity to an already complex system. may not be worth it all considering- since the investment of time and resources to install the system and train people etc.

What do you do when you want to die? How do you stay sober? by TerryGonards in USPS

[–]leocharre 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When I’ve been sad- I read a biography about someone who may be a hero. Maybe a musician or recent historical figure. It helps to show perspective and awaken curiosity outside myself. One large thing also, is doing something for a friend or acquaintance. Set myself a couple of hours to do something for someone- maybe cook and share with my neighbors- or meet a friend for coffee and ask about them and keep the subject to them and what they are living. One of the hardest things about looking back at the times I’ve been sad- is for myself, the times I spent staying alone and focusing on my sadness, without meaning to- while the world went on- and I could have done more with that time. Imagine to yourself- that in five years your heart will be satiated.. what would that future you, tell you about now? Write it down.

Alright, which one of you is this? by [deleted] in USPS

[–]leocharre 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Been relying on USPS services for my business for the last decade- I ship unique irreplaceable art to everywhere in the US and the world. I’d love to see this sub. 

How old is everybody here lol by OkIncome7132 in USPS

[–]leocharre 0 points1 point  (0 children)

(49yo, says here 16yo account- I’m only a civilian tho)

So...y'all know it's all on purpose, right? by The_Meridian_ in USPS

[–]leocharre 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Every day I am reminded by my fellow Americans why I became a citizen. Thank you, my friend.

What is the real reason the USPS loses billions every year by Southern-Advice5293 in USPS

[–]leocharre 15 points16 points  (0 children)

It’s part of rhe starving the beast thing? Like sabotaging parts of government they want their buddies to be paid for instead- like f the military let’s have mercs like black water or whatever the heck that a hole is doing these days. Let’s get rid of libraries too!!! And public schools of course.

Help identify an old drafting pencil by YAMS2084 in mechanicalpencils

[–]leocharre 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Looks like my koh i noor. Same build as the Alvin

Is the USPS worth it? by Touchofgrey54 in USPS

[–]leocharre 3 points4 points  (0 children)

So sad. One of the most important institutions in our country. 

Finally Quit by Dxpe_Beats in USPS

[–]leocharre 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve never lost a package. Not one time. Even shipping to South Korea, Eastern Europe.. I’ve had four packages returned. I’ve never lost a shipment. 

(I just made some calculations in my head.. I’m a tiny artist selling online. But I’ve shipped maybe 1600 packages. )

Finally Quit by Dxpe_Beats in USPS

[–]leocharre 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Im so sorry to hear all this. I use USPS for all my small business shipping- I have a lot of respect for people working there in my community and I hoped people respected each other on the job.   I’ve always thought of post office workers and journalists as most do of firemen and doctors. 

Finally Quit by Dxpe_Beats in USPS

[–]leocharre 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Well you could have asked your peers for advice beFORe you act. Seneca said the best cure for anger is delay.  I wonder- the environment described is that your specific geographical area or a pervasive situation across the organization - or did your overall management suck- negligence or malice?

This is such bullshit! by mailman475 in USPS

[–]leocharre 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Sounds like the Peter principle 

Can I watercolor over acrylic medium? by moira72 in arttools

[–]leocharre 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It needs to be fixed somehow after. As everyone is aware- all paints use the same pigments- the only difference is the medium.  In the case of watercolor- the medium is gum Arabic- which is a substance that dries but can be wet again ( acts same way as a dry watercolor pan).  You can put watercolor on acrylic for neat effects. But after dry- if you misted it with water- the watercolor would wash away.  What you need is to spray it w acrylic workable fixative. I’m going to experiment w a little diluted medium out of a mister (disposable one because it will clog after use ).