Brustro Artists' Fixative Spray | 200ml - Charcoal & Pastel Drawings

Stop charcoal, pastel and pencil drawings from smudging once they are finished. Brustro Artists' Fixative comes in a 200ml spray can and is misted over the drawing in light coats. The maker describes it as transparent, non-yellowing and non-removable, and says to shake the can vigorously for one minute before use.

Specifications

Perfect for

• Setting charcoal sketches and portraits
• Fixing soft pastel work before framing
• Protecting pencil and graphite drawings
• Fixing a layer so you can draw over it

Compatibility

Works with: drawings on paper and card in charcoal, graphite, pastel and colour pencil.

Pairs well with: scrap paper to test the spray.

Not suitable for: varnishing paintings, and drawings you want to erase later, since the maker states it is non-removable.

How to Use

1. Shake the can vigorously for one minute, as the maker directs.
2. Lay the drawing flat or pin it upright.
3. Spray light passes in a well ventilated place.
4. Let it dry, then add another light coat if needed.

Before You Buy

• This is an aerosol; spray outdoors or in a well ventilated room.
• Test on a scrap first; heavy coats can darken pastel.

You will Need

• charcoal and graphite sticks

You may also like

• crayons and pastels
• sketchbooks
• more Brustro art supplies

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Brustro fixative spray do?
It holds charcoal, pastel and pencil on the paper so the drawing smudges less. The can holds 200ml.

How is it different from the Camel fixative spray?
Both are 200ml aerosol fixatives for the same job; choose by brand preference.

Can I use it on paintings?
No. Use an artists varnish on finished paintings.

Fixative or varnish, which do I need?
Fixative holds loose drawing media on paper. Varnish is a final coat for paintings. Pick fixative for drawings, varnish for paintings.