Talishko Posted November 28, 2009 Report Share Posted November 28, 2009 I was just wondering how many of us use magnifier or magnifier lamp for painting. I never did, but having seen one the other day I thought 'wow, it really does make a difference.' So the question is up, reasons/opinions welcome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Valloa Posted November 28, 2009 Report Share Posted November 28, 2009 Never used one for painting, though with my eyesight headed downhill I should probably start. Maya~ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrEvilmonki Posted November 28, 2009 Report Share Posted November 28, 2009 I use one and it has helped me a lot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DangerousBeans Posted November 29, 2009 Report Share Posted November 29, 2009 I don't paint to a spectacular level so never felt the need. If I were ever going to attempt to paint competition level then yeah I'd probably get one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brushmistress Posted November 29, 2009 Report Share Posted November 29, 2009 When I first started painting I purchased a magnifying lamp with the intent of using it. I didn't like it all, and gave up even trying. I just prefer to wear out my eyes. :puppy: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bexley Posted November 29, 2009 Report Share Posted November 29, 2009 I find the spatial distortion to be irritating. You have to relearn how to move the brush, since the distance you need to move isn't the same as what you're actually seeing, due to magnification. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
razide Posted November 30, 2009 Report Share Posted November 30, 2009 I find the spatial distortion to be irritating. You have to relearn how to move the brush, since the distance you need to move isn't the same as what you're actually seeing, due to magnification. I have the same problems too. I find that the quality of the light is more important when painting details. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrhobbitino Posted November 30, 2009 Report Share Posted November 30, 2009 I find it throws your depth perception off. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Massaen Posted November 30, 2009 Report Share Posted November 30, 2009 I am sure i will need one at some point due to age but at the moment... nope! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melnibonean Posted November 30, 2009 Report Share Posted November 30, 2009 Magnifying glasses and good light are my prefered option. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mriverakc Posted November 30, 2009 Report Share Posted November 30, 2009 My wife got me a painting light. It is really cool it simulates sunlight and I don't have to have all the lights on in the house. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Talishko Posted November 30, 2009 Author Report Share Posted November 30, 2009 Really interesting to see great painters on both sides... looks like it's one of those love-it-or-hate-it things. In the mean time I went down the safer road and bought one that can be used with lid-on as a normal light. The light is very good and it barely warms up, so I'm happy with it. The lens truely is a bit weird so I won't start getting used to it now but who knows, I might loose some dioptries over time... Thanks for all comments. :tea: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wetdigestive Posted December 1, 2009 Report Share Posted December 1, 2009 i mentioned in another post, and pointed out the scene from the movie ronin where the guy is painting with a huge magnifier...i think it's a huge waste of time really? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fatfrog Posted December 1, 2009 Report Share Posted December 1, 2009 My eyesight is getting that bad I can only paint and dalight and to much alcohol over the years means no more trying to paint stripes or checks just plain colours Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waghorn41 Posted December 2, 2009 Report Share Posted December 2, 2009 I use a magnifier on a stand, my eyes ain't what they used to be. Add a bright light and my painting has improved - I can actually see where the brush is going :ahhhhh: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreyHorde Posted December 5, 2009 Report Share Posted December 5, 2009 I used to use a standing light / magnifier - hated it. Switched to good light, very good vision and lots of eyestrain - hated it. Noticed in the last couple of years close objects are blurry, half-arm's-length is too far away for the fine details. Switched to an OptiVisor - love it, can't paint eyes on a mini without it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soupydawg Posted December 5, 2009 Report Share Posted December 5, 2009 I've never tried it, but in retrospect it seems like a really good "why didn't I think of this?" idea Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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