Genesis® Heat-Set Artist Oil colors or Genesis Heat Set Paints (GHSP) are a time-tested staple in reborning because these permanent and waterproof colors adhere well to vinyl and allow the artist ample time to paint and tweak her work before heat-curing the paint. Though acrylic paints are growing in popularity, many of us old-timers have stuck with the Genesis because it has been around for decades and has proven reliable over the years. As a result most tutorials and workshops still use Genesis, so I always suggest beginners start there to learn the techniques before branching into newer forms of painting such as acrylics and powders. But the question I often get from beginners is Which Paints Should I Buy? The cost of oil paint can add up, so check out my thorough review of what's out there and what you actually need before you start to shop. Click Each Topic Below for a Detailed Review:
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11/2/2016 03:18:04 pm
Premix paints are paints created specifically for reborning. For example, Warm Blush is a premix paint that Bountiful Baby created out of Genesis Colors specifically for blushing reborn dolls. It is convenient because you can start painting without having to mix your own paint.
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Mary L
8/10/2017 04:31:16 pm
Hi Kim, not really replying to your comments above. I have been wanting to try making a doll like this for a while. I've made cloth dolls but nothing this detailed. I'm excited to get started. I have watched your you tube videos over and over again. Do you offer live classes or just online classes? I'm about to order the book that you suggest I was wondering if you offer a starter kit that maybe includes the doll, paints, body etc., or should I order from some place like bountiful. Thanks for you help.
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Helen
12/17/2020 05:28:52 am
I'm sorry. I evidently don't know where to look for the periwinkle mixture. Please direct me on your website. Thanks!
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Robin
3/29/2022 04:53:56 pm
Hi Kim,
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AuthorHi! I am Kim. I've been creating dolls all my life. I started stuffing cotton balls into my mom's pantyhose when I was a little girl. Now I hand-craft dolls that look and feel like real babies. Archives
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