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US 5,167,704 AGranted
Soy ink based art media
OwnerSharen E. Browerinventor
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Abstract
In one embodiment of the new art medium soy ink, and pigment, and a non-petroleum based organic solvent which improves soy ink drying speed are mixed to provide an art medium which simulates the appearance of water colors without the disadvantage. In another embodiment the general use of paint composition comprises soy ink, pigment and natural alkyd resin to provide a paint covering of improved properties.
Claims9
An ink composition which simulates the appearance of water colors, but is waterproof comprising:
- a mixture of soy ink and a non-petroleum based organic solvent for soy ink which improves soy ink drying speed, selected from the group consisting of plant seed oils, plant alkyd resins, varnishes, shellac, terpene oils and modified terpene oils, said organic solvent being from about 10% by weight to about 90% by weight of said ink composition and said ink composition being substantially waterproof when dry.
A paint composition, comprising:
- soy ink, pigment and a natural non-petroleum alkyd resin, the amount of said resin comprising from about 10% by weight to about 90% by weight of said paint.
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