Thank you. I’ve been looking for a better alternative to liquitex that doesn’t leave so many streaks…the gloss looks quite clean, not streaky…very informative video
i was going to buy the satin but I don't think I will now... it seems like the gloss makes it look deeper from more angles, and no streaking. Thanks for the clear video!!
In my experience it is! So that is why I like the gloss more. One thing I want to test is, to mix the satin with the gloss and to she if that works. If it looks good I am going to check if it still is archival.
I first bought the satin because I liked satin in acrylic varnish and expected it to have the same look. I was shocked and very disappointed with the result; the satin gamvar made the paintings very matte, flat, and chalky. I don't want them to be super shiny, either though, so I may experiment with mixing them in various ratios to see if I can find a blend I like -- a happy median between the two effects.
Hi Jared! So can I mix satin and gloss to have the median between the two effects? I REALLY would like to do that but I do not know if I can/ok to do. I appreciate your reply! :)
I used the satin version on several of my paintings and had brush streaking. You did too. Thankfully I have successfully removed it. There is wax in this medium and I guess the bottle has to set in warm water until it's melted. I'm not doing that and will use the gloss finish also.
Thank you! I did the same thing and accidentally ordered satin instead of gloss. Your video helped me decide on whether to keep the bottle or try to exchange it :)
EjS Art Channel I think I prefer the look of the gloss better but the satin still helps saturate the colors so I decided to keep it. I don’t think I’ll order it again but it will work for now! It isn’t worth the hassle of trying to exchange it!
Very helpful video...thank you. However, I watched another video on Ganmar and a user wrote saying he applied the product(not sure if it was gloss or satin) but he stated the Ganmar resulted in a cloudy finish and that worries me. I just completed a 30x40 oil painting and I wanted to know if you ever experienced or heard of anything similar? I am about to purchase a bottle of gloss but I wanted to get your thoughts on this matter.
Thank you so much. Yes I know what he means. That cloudy finish you can get from the satin. Especially when it is kept to cold. That's why I wouldn't recommend it, I would go for the matt or gloss, depending on what you personally like more. I hope this helps, good luck! :D
I like the SATIN. I don't like to see a reflecting glare when looking at a painting... There is so much reflection that in a way it looks like a mirror and picture is 'hidden' in a way.
Thanks for this useful video!! I don’t like too much gloss but I still like vibrant colors...can I mix satin and gloss together for my acrylic canvas painting? If yes than what should be the measurements for both?
A very helpful video! I'm trying the Gamvar for the first time on a 16'x4' painting that will be hung near an entrance with lots of light. I'm curious about the "satin", did it dry to a "semigloss" or more of a matte finish? I couldn't tell and and the internet is ripe with bad reviews on the satin. Thank you for any help.
I've just tried the satin finish and to me it's more a mat finish so thanks to this video I'll definitely get the gloss finish and ditch the so called satin which gives a white mat finish to my painting instead of seeing the colors pop up. I've used a satin varnish before and it looked more like a gloss finish and I loved it.
I have no idea to be honest. The only thing I can advice is to ask the company that made the scratchboard. That is what I do when I cannot find the answer online. Most companies are willing to help you! Goodluck, I hope you will find your answer.
I appreciated seeing the final state of the varnish comparisons. Thank you!
Thanks for illustrating the difference. Very helpful.
J KMM your welcome!
Very helpful and informative! The point about being able to varnish after the painting is dry to the touch is very good to know. thank you!
Thank you. I’ve been looking for a better alternative to liquitex that doesn’t leave so many streaks…the gloss looks quite clean, not streaky…very informative video
i was going to buy the satin but I don't think I will now... it seems like the gloss makes it look deeper from more angles, and no streaking. Thanks for the clear video!!
In my experience it is! So that is why I like the gloss more. One thing I want to test is, to mix the satin with the gloss and to she if that works. If it looks good I am going to check if it still is archival.
Thank you so much 🙏 much appreciated 🙏 you helped me so much choosing which one and I will now buy the gloss version 🥰🙏 thank you❤🌹
Thank you, I am glad I could help! :D
This video made me feel so calm and happy! Thank you. Very informative. ❤️❤️
What a nice and great comment! Thank you! :D
Thank you sir for this video. Just what I was looking for!
you are welcome!
I first bought the satin because I liked satin in acrylic varnish and expected it to have the same look. I was shocked and very disappointed with the result; the satin gamvar made the paintings very matte, flat, and chalky. I don't want them to be super shiny, either though, so I may experiment with mixing them in various ratios to see if I can find a blend I like -- a happy median between the two effects.
Hi Jared! So can I mix satin and gloss to have the median between the two effects? I REALLY would like to do that but I do not know if I can/ok to do. I appreciate your reply! :)
Thank you for this
So helpful!!! Thank you so much!
Thank you!
This answered my question today thank you.
Geweldig om te zien! Dank voor je moeite!
Dankjewel! :D
The satin is what I would buy. Thanks for sharing!
I used the satin version on several of my paintings and had brush streaking. You did too. Thankfully I have successfully removed it. There is wax in this medium and I guess the bottle has to set in warm water until it's melted. I'm not doing that and will use the gloss finish also.
thx
Thank you! I did the same thing and accidentally ordered satin instead of gloss. Your video helped me decide on whether to keep the bottle or try to exchange it :)
O glad I could help! Did you exchange it? Or did you like the look of the satin gloss?
EjS Art Channel I think I prefer the look of the gloss better but the satin still helps saturate the colors so I decided to keep it. I don’t think I’ll order it again but it will work for now! It isn’t worth the hassle of trying to exchange it!
I agree, I kept it for the same reason!
Thanks for this! gonna go with the gloss
Your welcome! :D Me 2! I like the gloss the most.
Very helpful , if i apply the gloss and dont like it can i put satin on top of the gloss,
Very helpful video...thank you. However, I watched another video on Ganmar and a user wrote saying he applied the product(not sure if it was gloss or satin) but he stated the Ganmar resulted in a cloudy finish and that worries me. I just completed a 30x40 oil painting and I wanted to know if you ever experienced or heard of anything similar? I am about to purchase a bottle of gloss but I wanted to get your thoughts on this matter.
Thank you so much. Yes I know what he means. That cloudy finish you can get from the satin. Especially when it is kept to cold. That's why I wouldn't recommend it, I would go for the matt or gloss, depending on what you personally like more. I hope this helps, good luck! :D
I like the SATIN. I don't like to see a reflecting glare when looking at a painting... There is so much reflection that in a way it looks like a mirror and picture is 'hidden' in a way.
What is the word "comparissing/comparressing"?
A look at the difference between the two products…
really useful video! Thank you!
Create Something New Every Day your welkome! :D
Super helpful. Thank you! =)
You are welcome! :D
Thanks!!
Thanks for this useful video!! I don’t like too much gloss but I still like vibrant colors...can I mix satin and gloss together for my acrylic canvas painting? If yes than what should be the measurements for both?
I think you can but I would email the company that makes the varnish, and ask them to be sure and safe!
EjS Art Channel I will...thanks a lot🙂
@@vibhavispute2008 did you ever get an answer? I’m curious
Hi! I loved you video! I have a question: Can I mix satin and gloss before applying the varnish?
I know people who do mix them, I never had, so I would check it by Gamblin them self! Just to be safe and sure...
Thank you SO MUCH!
A very helpful video! I'm trying the Gamvar for the first time on a 16'x4' painting that will be hung near an entrance with lots of light. I'm curious about the "satin", did it dry to a "semigloss" or more of a matte finish? I couldn't tell and and the internet is ripe with bad reviews on the satin. Thank you for any help.
I've just tried the satin finish and to me it's more a mat finish so thanks to this video I'll definitely get the gloss finish and ditch the so called satin which gives a white mat finish to my painting instead of seeing the colors pop up. I've used a satin varnish before and it looked more like a gloss finish and I loved it.
@@BijouPrunelle yep, thats what I discovered as well, its held up well and looks great!
Is this varnish just for oil or could I apply it on a watercolor painiting too?
Elisaweta Ponteleev it is Made for acrylics and oils. I wouldn’t use it on watercolors, I think it will reactivate the paint.
Does anyone know if a i can varnish a scratchboard?
I have no idea to be honest. The only thing I can advice is to ask the company that made the scratchboard. That is what I do when I cannot find the answer online. Most companies are willing to help you! Goodluck, I hope you will find your answer.
@@TheOrchidSaGa ok thank you very much for the fast answer!!
Need to know about Gamvar varnish not the history of your painting
Ok, I guess LOL, Maybe watch the whole video first??? ;)
Just skip that section haha
Thank you!
Your welcome! :D