NEW INFO!! Updated 4/8/2019 After using this technique for the past half year I have learned that although the Golden gel SHOULD be enough to create a barrier between the wood and the paper, it may be a best practice to apply a coat of Gesso onto the board and lightly sand away the bumps BEFORE adhering the paper using the gel. This will create an additional barrier between the wood panel and the paper just in case there is anything in the wood that may harm the paper. The gel should be fine, but this is an extra step you can take as an additional precaution.
Actually looking at Golden’s website, they recommend using the soft gel over the heavy gel for more thorough adhesion. Also gloss over matte because the matting agents can obstruct adhesion. Also they recommend sealing the board with GAC 100 to prevent stains from leaching into the paper. Gesso will not do this. And GAC 100 is a liquid so no sanding necessary afterwards.
@@carollelivelt8625 Thanks! I went to see if I could find the info and I may have found something different? On this page ( www.goldenpaints.com/technicalinfo/technicalinfo_gelsmeds ) under the heading "Use as Glue" it says "The Gloss products are usually preferred for this purpose, since they offer the greatest transparency; however, the other sheens work just as well as a glue." If you found another page with more info I'll definitely take a look at it
Hardboard and wood is not neutral ph. You’ll want to gesso board prior to adhering paper since acrylic gel probably isn’t thick enough to form a protective barrier. I think gac 100 will also work.
Ideally when working on that raw panel, you want to saturate it with some sort of acrylic binder to avoid warping (wood will gather humidity) and also to prevent the wood resin to seep out. If working with acrylics then add gesso. Or do it the old way and layer with real gesso (made from rabbit skin glue) you basically want a primer that glues itself to the support while offering a tooth for the paint. I honestly am not too sure about using watercolor paper (I came here to gather info) but seeing how you didn't prepare the panel, I wanted to add that.
Hi Stephanie, I think you missed my pinned comment where I cover this part. I learned after I made this video that other artists were using gesso to create a barrier on the wood before applying the gel and paper. I watched an old video put out by Golden themselves and this was the method they showed in their video so that's why I originally didn't gesso it. I'll make a new video some day with all the updated techniques I use for better panel preparation, but my current watercolors are all done on cradled panels (for extra stability and prevention of warping) and using gesso. So far they've all held up pretty well =]
hi katie! thanks for your wonderful tutorial🙏🏻May I ask is there anything that can replace the foam brush? If brush for painting or other tools are applicable?
You can use any brush, but make sure it's not one of your good painting brushes - the glue will ruin it over time, even if you wash it out really well.
Hey Katie, Thanks for another great video. I have been doing this for years a collector of mine bought loads of work over the years and recently contacted me saying three older pieces had started to lift around the mdf block base. the pieces were done in around 2007 and I believe that they have been moved from hot to cold rooms and one where there may have been frost/condensation in winter and then really hot in summer which is what I feel caused this. I have managed to separate the prints from the mount and removed the double-sided adhesive used for the mounting and would now like to find a more secure/permanent fixture before returning them. What would you advise and how? Many thanks. Hugh
Ahh gosh, I may not be the best person to answer that! I know how to mount fresh paper, but I can't recommend anything other than remounting with a new board like in my video here. I know that extreme temperature shifts and especially moisture are the top things that can damage art no matter how well protected they are, so the collector should be aware it might happen again. If you're uncomfortable with attempting to do a re-mount to board, a safer way to preserve work is always under glass, either using matboard or with spacers.
Thanks so much for this video! I've been wanting to mount my watercolor paper to wood for a while now, but haven't yet learned how to do so. Your video was quick and informative, which I appreciate! One question I do have---do you have any suggestions on what to seal the finished painting with? Normally I use a spray, but this looks like it might be better served beneath a thicker, hand-applied medium.
Hi Ali! I have not tried sealing a finished painting yet so I don't have a solid recommendation to give at this time, however I plan to try out the Golden brand Satin Archival Varnish Spray. I may also experiment with using a spray first then layering over a more heavy coat of something like liquid varnish in the future. I'm still figuring all of that out myself though!
Yes MDF will work for this method and I've used it before! Just be sure to use acrylic primer (gesso) on the panel to create a protective coating and let completely dry before you mount the paper
Oh gosh I'm sorry, I really don't know any alternatives. You might consider buying the pre-mounted panels instead to avoid using glue at all? www.jerrysartarama.com/ny-central-watercolor-pro-panels
I'm glad to hear it's helpful! The paper I used it 140 lb or 300 gsm, but I don't see any reason heavier paper couldn't be mounted this way. I say go for it =]
Hey Katie! Thanks so much for this info! Do you know if this method will work on panels that have already been prepped with gesso? For example the da Vinci pro panels product. Thanks again!🎨
Do you treat the painting after mounting it with the Gel or anything else? i have already put a layer of Gamblin cold wax medium on the front of my painting to preserve it and let it dry overnight. But I kept thinking that maybe I saw someone do something else on top. Did anyone put a layer of the Gel Gloss on top? Or would that destroy the painting? thanks!
This question has come up a few times and I believe yes you can, you will just need to be very careful not to get any of the glue on the front of the painting. You'll want to mount the painting and let it dry fully and then apply the varnish last
Hi Laura! I saw another artist use Mod Podge once, however I'm not familiar with it enough to know if it's safe for use on mounting paintings. You'll still want to seal the board with at least a layer of gesso (though GAC 100 would be better) because normally the Golden Gel I use would have sealed the board. Regular glue might possibly turn your painting yellow or brown over time if it's not acid free or PH Neutral.
Yes indeed, the entire reason for using this method is to prevent buckling! I have water loaded the paper without any warping or buckling. As long as you apply the gel medium evenly and the paper is well glued down, it will stay flat.
Hi Katie, thanks so much for sharing your technique and for all the tips!! Two questions: 1. what kind of board did you use? and 2. does the rolling pin/brayer flatten the surface of the watercolor paper? In other words, would it be better to use rough if you wanted a cold press surface, etc. Again, I appreciate you making this video for us.
Hi Everart! 1. The board I used in this video is an artboard painting panel, however you can use any unfinished wood board for artwork. Check out the links in the description for examples of different kinds of boards you can use 2. The roller does not change the texture or surface of the paper, so choose a paper that is exactly the type you want to use to begin with
I would steer clear of MDF or any non-acid-free board for mounting watercolour paper. Foam core/gatorboard is great! You can actually mount them using staples on Gatorfoam instead of gluing if you want to reuse your surface. It is also best to work with professional quality >140lb/300gsm weighted papers if you are gluing it. Anything less will have bleed through of the glue from personal experience.
Hi Zenica204, I highly recommend not using gaterboard to mount artwork on as it is not acid free or archival (some foam core is, but it needs to be specifically labeled). The technique for mounting watercolor paper in this video is a permanent method and should be used on a surface that is meant to last the lifetime of the piece. Heavy applications of watercolor may affect the board during it's use. While foam core and gaterboard are incredibly useful for temporary mounting, they are not meant to be used for artwork but better suited for lightweight building and display.
@@KatieCroonenberghs Hi Katie, thank yuou for your message. Yes I had seen that method as well, but I guess I didn't like the idea of stapling the paper. In this video however she applies the same method, however she wets the paper first, perhaps it's a slightly different type of glue: ua-cam.com/video/1vOaVM-jVNE/v-deo.html
I gesso my board before. Then sin the golden gel is so darn expensive in my country i use a strange sealing varnish as the glue or recently i started using pva. Dont know how that will affect in the long run but since im not selling colector items an my pieces are really inexpensive($20 to $25) im not a famous painter and the paints are sakura koi. I also have the cotman series but i would generally charge more if i use these. What do you recomend. Also i lijed the fact that you'r board is routed for hanging on the back. I also remove the paper excess after i finish the painting. Great vid :) new subscriber.
Hi, the materials I use are all acid free archival because I've found that using products that contain acid will often change the colors of the artwork over time. But, if you don't have access to those things then it's definitely OK to work with what you've got! Same goes with the paint - if you only have Sakura Koi or Cotman then there's nothing wrong with using those. What is it in particular that you wanted a recommendation on? Thanks for the subscribe as well, I hope you find my future videos helpful and interesting :)
@@KatieCroonenberghs i wanted to know about the use of pva to glue my paper to the board. So far i haven't had any problems with it peeling of when painting. And i havent noticed any changes in my paintings. Maybe because i paint more saturated watercolor. But i can never find anything on it's acidity. My other option is using rubber cement. Like elmers rubber cement for photos. Havent tried that. Thats what i wanted to know. Thanks
@@rainangel159 Oh I see! Unfortunately I have only ever used the Golden Gel to mount my watercolor paper and I've not used PVA so I can't speak from any personal experience. But I did a quick search and according to this type of PVA, there are definitely safe ones for art! The PVA seems it would be a much better option than other glues. www.jerrysartarama.com/lineco-neutral-ph-adhesive?gclid=CjwKCAiA4Y7yBRB8EiwADV1haUJghFRdSDkbyGCWkeqtDfutMu2YeJKVBqtte-KVhMe4F-L_Q7ESRxoCjd0QAvD_BwE
Katie, that video was very informative! However, I do have a problem regarding it. Do you know if I can get rid of air bubbles between the watercolor paper and the board? I used Golden extra heavy gel (gloss) and 140# paper but I guess I missed some spots. Will I need to pull it off and start again? Or, is it possible to cut the paper and squeeze in some gel? Or, should I just use it for a mixed media piece and leave it as is? I, in future, will not try this ever again, late at night!
Hmm, unfortunately (or rather, fortunately since it's the purpose of mounting the paper lol) after the paper is on there it's pretty much permanent! I have a piece that had a tiny bump in the paper once it dried too and I painted over it anyway, but it was a dark area in the painting so it didn't affect it. You won't want to cut the paper because it will be extremely visible. I feel like your best bet is to use it as is for mixed media, since you won't be able to get the paper off of there again. There's a bit of a learning curve but it sounds like you'll nail the next one =]
@@KatieCroonenberghs I'm still brainstorming this problem. I'm thinking of cutting the bubbled area, and filling it with gel and letting it dry. Then, I'd like to try gluing another piece of watercolor over top. Would the 2 layers be problematic in any way?
@@diannereaville942 You could definitely try but your'e in unexplored territory there! I honestly don't know what might happen, I wish I could help further D:
@@KatieCroonenberghs Ok thanks, I normally paint with the canvas just masking taped to a board but I was wondering if you could use this method to mount a finished painting afterward..
@@jalenandrew2387 Oh yeah, personally I haven't mounted a finished painting but I know others have done it. You don't need to mount it with this method if you're going to frame it under a mat and glass though
Thank you for the video. :) I have a questions. Can I mount watercolor paper on canvas the same way or? And do my watercolor picture must be finished before I mount on canvas? Tnx for the help. :)
Hmm, I'm not sure I'd recommend mounting to canvas because canvas is very porous, and most importantly - I haven't tried it! I can only vouch for the results when my directions and materials are followed as I use them. I recommend mounting the paper before painting it
Why would you not just buy a premade watercolor board? I would think that even though you are making this at home and by hand that it is still more expensive?
If you're able to find premade watercolor boards with cotton paper (not watercolor ground or watercolor 'canvas') then definitely go for it! But for those who want special sizes, or already have the paper they like and board separate and want to mount it, knowing techniques for making art supplies can be very useful. It's like how you can purchase pre-primed canvas but a lot of artists also stretch their own canvas. Either is good! For me I purchased large blocks of expensive watercolor paper in bulk a long time ago, then realized later that I wanted to work on it mounted to board. It doesn't make sense for me to purchase all new supplies when I can use what I already have.
@@annakessler1196 Yeah, the coating it has plays a huge roll in how the paint reacts! I've tried the boards that have watercolor ground on them and the ones called 'Aquabord' and I don't personally like them. The ones I'm referring to above are boards that have actual paper mounted to the board, so you're still painting on paper. Essentially the pre-made version of what my video is demonstrating. The price is decent but unfortunately, they are hard to find in stock. Here's an example: www.jerrysartarama.com/ny-central-watercolor-pro-panels
It's possible but I would not recommend it because the risk of damaging the artwork would be high, and getting it perfectly centered onto the panel would be difficult as well.
@@NitaBoQue If it's not already mounted to a wood cradle then you can mount in in the traditional method for watercolor paintings. I usually use something like paper hinging tape to mount it onto acid free foam core, then matting and framing it behind glass.
Hi geospectrum! You can definitely try it out, but in my experience foam board does not take water very well and tends to bow (it won't stay flat). I recommend using a gessoed hard board panel if you can get one - it is not as expensive as wood but it's what I used in this tutorial: (example) www.dickblick.com/products/speedball-gessoed-hardboard-panels/
@@shilpaajitha733 Hi Shilpa, I'm not sure what you mean by multi wood, do you mean a fiber board panel like this? www.dickblick.com/products/art-boards-natural-fiber-painting-panels/ If that's what you mean then yes that's what is in the video. I would recommend to use a board that is specifically made for painting on if possible, as some wood boards could have glue and acids that could damage the artwork.
@@KatieCroonenberghsHi Katie, Thank you. Multiwood is a PVC form board..so less likely to get damaged..but not sure how well the paper will stick to it..
@@shilpaajitha733 is there a specific reason you're trying to use it instead of a wood painting panel? If it doesn't seem like the paper will stick, I don't think I would recommend using it or your painting may peel away D:
NEW INFO!! Updated 4/8/2019
After using this technique for the past half year I have learned that although the Golden gel SHOULD be enough to create a barrier between the wood and the paper, it may be a best practice to apply a coat of Gesso onto the board and lightly sand away the bumps BEFORE adhering the paper using the gel. This will create an additional barrier between the wood panel and the paper just in case there is anything in the wood that may harm the paper. The gel should be fine, but this is an extra step you can take as an additional precaution.
Actually looking at Golden’s website, they recommend using the soft gel over the heavy gel for more thorough adhesion. Also gloss over matte because the matting agents can obstruct adhesion. Also they recommend sealing the board with GAC 100 to prevent stains from leaching into the paper. Gesso will not do this. And GAC 100 is a liquid so no sanding necessary afterwards.
@@carollelivelt8625 Thanks! I went to see if I could find the info and I may have found something different? On this page ( www.goldenpaints.com/technicalinfo/technicalinfo_gelsmeds ) under the heading "Use as Glue" it says "The Gloss products are usually preferred for this purpose, since they offer the greatest transparency; however, the other sheens work just as well as a glue."
If you found another page with more info I'll definitely take a look at it
Hardboard and wood is not neutral ph. You’ll want to gesso board prior to adhering paper since acrylic gel probably isn’t thick enough to form a protective barrier. I think gac 100 will also work.
Ideally when working on that raw panel, you want to saturate it with some sort of acrylic binder to avoid warping (wood will gather humidity) and also to prevent the wood resin to seep out. If working with acrylics then add gesso.
Or do it the old way and layer with real gesso (made from rabbit skin glue) you basically want a primer that glues itself to the support while offering a tooth for the paint.
I honestly am not too sure about using watercolor paper (I came here to gather info) but seeing how you didn't prepare the panel, I wanted to add that.
Hi Stephanie, I think you missed my pinned comment where I cover this part. I learned after I made this video that other artists were using gesso to create a barrier on the wood before applying the gel and paper. I watched an old video put out by Golden themselves and this was the method they showed in their video so that's why I originally didn't gesso it. I'll make a new video some day with all the updated techniques I use for better panel preparation, but my current watercolors are all done on cradled panels (for extra stability and prevention of warping) and using gesso. So far they've all held up pretty well =]
I liked the rolling pin idea
Sometimes you just gotta use whatever you have
hi katie! thanks for your wonderful tutorial🙏🏻May I ask is there anything that can replace the foam brush? If brush for painting or other tools are applicable?
You can use any brush, but make sure it's not one of your good painting brushes - the glue will ruin it over time, even if you wash it out really well.
Great video; thank you!
Wonderful short and informative video!
Thanks so much Mariya!
Hey Katie,
Thanks for another great video.
I have been doing this for years a collector of mine bought loads of work over the years and recently contacted me saying three older pieces had started to lift around the mdf block base.
the pieces were done in around 2007 and I believe that they have been moved from hot to cold rooms and one where there may have been frost/condensation in winter and then really hot in summer which is what I feel caused this.
I have managed to separate the prints from the mount and removed the double-sided adhesive used for the mounting and would now like to find a more secure/permanent fixture before returning them.
What would you advise and how?
Many thanks.
Hugh
Ahh gosh, I may not be the best person to answer that! I know how to mount fresh paper, but I can't recommend anything other than remounting with a new board like in my video here. I know that extreme temperature shifts and especially moisture are the top things that can damage art no matter how well protected they are, so the collector should be aware it might happen again.
If you're uncomfortable with attempting to do a re-mount to board, a safer way to preserve work is always under glass, either using matboard or with spacers.
Thanks so much for this video! I've been wanting to mount my watercolor paper to wood for a while now, but haven't yet learned how to do so. Your video was quick and informative, which I appreciate! One question I do have---do you have any suggestions on what to seal the finished painting with? Normally I use a spray, but this looks like it might be better served beneath a thicker, hand-applied medium.
Hi Ali! I have not tried sealing a finished painting yet so I don't have a solid recommendation to give at this time, however I plan to try out the Golden brand Satin Archival Varnish Spray. I may also experiment with using a spray first then layering over a more heavy coat of something like liquid varnish in the future. I'm still figuring all of that out myself though!
Hello! Thank you for this amazing and insightful video! Do you thing 5mm MDF panel would work fine instead of wooden panel?
Yes MDF will work for this method and I've used it before! Just be sure to use acrylic primer (gesso) on the panel to create a protective coating and let completely dry before you mount the paper
Hi Katie, thanks so much for your amazing video! Do you know if it's OK to use Golden® Soft Gel Gloss instead of Heavy?
Absolutely! I think that Golden recommends using soft gel instead of heavy gel, so that's probably even better.
@@KatieCroonenberghs Thank you so much, your advice means a lot!
Hi, I wonder whether 5 years after uploading this video, you have discovered any issues with any pieces that have been mounted to board?
Thank you for posting! Is there an organic, non-toxic alternative to Golden Gel? I seem to be chemically sensitive.
Oh gosh I'm sorry, I really don't know any alternatives. You might consider buying the pre-mounted panels instead to avoid using glue at all?
www.jerrysartarama.com/ny-central-watercolor-pro-panels
this is such a useful video!!! thanks so much for sharing!!! i would like to ask if this method will also work well on heavier watercolour paper ?
I'm glad to hear it's helpful! The paper I used it 140 lb or 300 gsm, but I don't see any reason heavier paper couldn't be mounted this way. I say go for it =]
Hey Katie! Thanks so much for this info! Do you know if this method will work on panels that have already been prepped with gesso? For example the da Vinci pro panels product. Thanks again!🎨
I have some pre-primed panels that I haven't tried yet but I plan to. I don't see any reason why they wouldn't work =]
Do you treat the painting after mounting it with the Gel or anything else? i have already put a layer of Gamblin cold wax medium on the front of my painting to preserve it and let it dry overnight. But I kept thinking that maybe I saw someone do something else on top. Did anyone put a layer of the Gel Gloss on top? Or would that destroy the painting? thanks!
What happens if the paper begins to buckle once I begin to paint on the finish / prepped board? Where did I go wrong? How can I prevent this?
Can you do this technique with a finished watercolour painting ? SHould you varnish the painting before?
This question has come up a few times and I believe yes you can, you will just need to be very careful not to get any of the glue on the front of the painting. You'll want to mount the painting and let it dry fully and then apply the varnish last
Thank you!
Can I use normal glue instead? Thank you for this video!
Hi Laura! I saw another artist use Mod Podge once, however I'm not familiar with it enough to know if it's safe for use on mounting paintings. You'll still want to seal the board with at least a layer of gesso (though GAC 100 would be better) because normally the Golden Gel I use would have sealed the board. Regular glue might possibly turn your painting yellow or brown over time if it's not acid free or PH Neutral.
Does this method fully prevent buckling? Or will warping still happen slightly?
Yes indeed, the entire reason for using this method is to prevent buckling! I have water loaded the paper without any warping or buckling. As long as you apply the gel medium evenly and the paper is well glued down, it will stay flat.
Hi Katie, thanks so much for sharing your technique and for all the tips!! Two questions: 1. what kind of board did you use? and 2. does the rolling pin/brayer flatten the surface of the watercolor paper? In other words, would it be better to use rough if you wanted a cold press surface, etc. Again, I appreciate you making this video for us.
Hi Everart!
1. The board I used in this video is an artboard painting panel, however you can use any unfinished wood board for artwork. Check out the links in the description for examples of different kinds of boards you can use
2. The roller does not change the texture or surface of the paper, so choose a paper that is exactly the type you want to use to begin with
Awesome, thanks for the quick reply :) sorry I missed the info in the description, appreciate the links!
I would steer clear of MDF or any non-acid-free board for mounting watercolour paper. Foam core/gatorboard is great! You can actually mount them using staples on Gatorfoam instead of gluing if you want to reuse your surface. It is also best to work with professional quality >140lb/300gsm weighted papers if you are gluing it. Anything less will have bleed through of the glue from personal experience.
Great, tips! Thanks @Zenica204!
Hi Zenica204, I highly recommend not using gaterboard to mount artwork on as it is not acid free or archival (some foam core is, but it needs to be specifically labeled). The technique for mounting watercolor paper in this video is a permanent method and should be used on a surface that is meant to last the lifetime of the piece. Heavy applications of watercolor may affect the board during it's use.
While foam core and gaterboard are incredibly useful for temporary mounting, they are not meant to be used for artwork but better suited for lightweight building and display.
Thank you for the video! doesn’t the paper need to be stretched or wet, before mounting it?
You would only need to wet the paper if you are stretching it and using staples to hold it in place instead of the gel - that's a different method
@@KatieCroonenberghs Hi Katie, thank yuou for your message. Yes I had seen that method as well, but I guess I didn't like the idea of stapling the paper. In this video however she applies the same method, however she wets the paper first, perhaps it's a slightly different type of glue:
ua-cam.com/video/1vOaVM-jVNE/v-deo.html
I gesso my board before. Then sin the golden gel is so darn expensive in my country i use a strange sealing varnish as the glue or recently i started using pva. Dont know how that will affect in the long run but since im not selling colector items an my pieces are really inexpensive($20 to $25) im not a famous painter and the paints are sakura koi. I also have the cotman series but i would generally charge more if i use these. What do you recomend. Also i lijed the fact that you'r board is routed for hanging on the back. I also remove the paper excess after i finish the painting. Great vid :) new subscriber.
Hi, the materials I use are all acid free archival because I've found that using products that contain acid will often change the colors of the artwork over time. But, if you don't have access to those things then it's definitely OK to work with what you've got! Same goes with the paint - if you only have Sakura Koi or Cotman then there's nothing wrong with using those. What is it in particular that you wanted a recommendation on?
Thanks for the subscribe as well, I hope you find my future videos helpful and interesting :)
@@KatieCroonenberghs i wanted to know about the use of pva to glue my paper to the board. So far i haven't had any problems with it peeling of when painting. And i havent noticed any changes in my paintings. Maybe because i paint more saturated watercolor. But i can never find anything on it's acidity. My other option is using rubber cement. Like elmers rubber cement for photos. Havent tried that. Thats what i wanted to know. Thanks
@@rainangel159 Oh I see! Unfortunately I have only ever used the Golden Gel to mount my watercolor paper and I've not used PVA so I can't speak from any personal experience. But I did a quick search and according to this type of PVA, there are definitely safe ones for art! The PVA seems it would be a much better option than other glues.
www.jerrysartarama.com/lineco-neutral-ph-adhesive?gclid=CjwKCAiA4Y7yBRB8EiwADV1haUJghFRdSDkbyGCWkeqtDfutMu2YeJKVBqtte-KVhMe4F-L_Q7ESRxoCjd0QAvD_BwE
@@KatieCroonenberghs i'll check the link. Thanks
Katie, that video was very informative! However, I do have a problem regarding it. Do you know if I can get rid of air bubbles between the watercolor paper and the board? I used Golden extra heavy gel (gloss) and 140# paper but I guess I missed some spots. Will I need to pull it off and start again? Or, is it possible to cut the paper and squeeze in some gel? Or, should I just use it for a mixed media piece and leave it as is? I, in future, will not try this ever again, late at night!
Hmm, unfortunately (or rather, fortunately since it's the purpose of mounting the paper lol) after the paper is on there it's pretty much permanent! I have a piece that had a tiny bump in the paper once it dried too and I painted over it anyway, but it was a dark area in the painting so it didn't affect it. You won't want to cut the paper because it will be extremely visible. I feel like your best bet is to use it as is for mixed media, since you won't be able to get the paper off of there again.
There's a bit of a learning curve but it sounds like you'll nail the next one =]
@@KatieCroonenberghs I'm still brainstorming this problem. I'm thinking of cutting the bubbled area, and filling it with gel and letting it dry. Then, I'd like to try gluing another piece of watercolor over top. Would the 2 layers be problematic in any way?
@@diannereaville942 You could definitely try but your'e in unexplored territory there! I honestly don't know what might happen, I wish I could help further D:
The simple act of ingenuity here is to have the paper be slightly larger than the board rather than being exactly the same size.
What sort of board do you purchase to adhere to?
Hi! You can find links to all the supplies used in the video in the description
Nice, does it matter if you do this before or after you paint the paper?
The main purpose of mounting the paper is so that it doesn't warp or bend while working on it, so you'll want to do it before painting
@@KatieCroonenberghs Ok thanks, I normally paint with the canvas just masking taped to a board but I was wondering if you could use this method to mount a finished painting afterward..
@@jalenandrew2387 Oh yeah, personally I haven't mounted a finished painting but I know others have done it. You don't need to mount it with this method if you're going to frame it under a mat and glass though
Thank you for the video. :) I have a questions. Can I mount watercolor paper on canvas the same way or? And do my watercolor picture must be finished before I mount on canvas? Tnx for the help. :)
Hmm, I'm not sure I'd recommend mounting to canvas because canvas is very porous, and most importantly - I haven't tried it! I can only vouch for the results when my directions and materials are followed as I use them. I recommend mounting the paper before painting it
@@KatieCroonenberghs tnx for your answer :)
Why would you not just buy a premade watercolor board? I would think that even though you are making this at home and by hand that it is still more expensive?
If you're able to find premade watercolor boards with cotton paper (not watercolor ground or watercolor 'canvas') then definitely go for it! But for those who want special sizes, or already have the paper they like and board separate and want to mount it, knowing techniques for making art supplies can be very useful. It's like how you can purchase pre-primed canvas but a lot of artists also stretch their own canvas. Either is good! For me I purchased large blocks of expensive watercolor paper in bulk a long time ago, then realized later that I wanted to work on it mounted to board. It doesn't make sense for me to purchase all new supplies when I can use what I already have.
@@KatieCroonenberghs Watercolor board behaves differently than paper....IMHO!
@@annakessler1196 Yeah, the coating it has plays a huge roll in how the paint reacts! I've tried the boards that have watercolor ground on them and the ones called 'Aquabord' and I don't personally like them. The ones I'm referring to above are boards that have actual paper mounted to the board, so you're still painting on paper. Essentially the pre-made version of what my video is demonstrating. The price is decent but unfortunately, they are hard to find in stock.
Here's an example: www.jerrysartarama.com/ny-central-watercolor-pro-panels
Can you mount a finished picture in the same way without damaging the picture?
It's possible but I would not recommend it because the risk of damaging the artwork would be high, and getting it perfectly centered onto the panel would be difficult as well.
@@KatieCroonenberghs What would you recommend if one has a finished watercolor that needs mounting?
@@NitaBoQue If it's not already mounted to a wood cradle then you can mount in in the traditional method for watercolor paintings. I usually use something like paper hinging tape to mount it onto acid free foam core, then matting and framing it behind glass.
I'm going to try using foam board.
Hi geospectrum! You can definitely try it out, but in my experience foam board does not take water very well and tends to bow (it won't stay flat). I recommend using a gessoed hard board panel if you can get one - it is not as expensive as wood but it's what I used in this tutorial: (example) www.dickblick.com/products/speedball-gessoed-hardboard-panels/
@@KatieCroonenberghs can we use multiwood boards ?
@@shilpaajitha733 Hi Shilpa, I'm not sure what you mean by multi wood, do you mean a fiber board panel like this? www.dickblick.com/products/art-boards-natural-fiber-painting-panels/
If that's what you mean then yes that's what is in the video. I would recommend to use a board that is specifically made for painting on if possible, as some wood boards could have glue and acids that could damage the artwork.
@@KatieCroonenberghsHi Katie, Thank you.
Multiwood is a PVC form board..so less likely to get damaged..but not sure how well the paper will stick to it..
@@shilpaajitha733 is there a specific reason you're trying to use it instead of a wood painting panel? If it doesn't seem like the paper will stick, I don't think I would recommend using it or your painting may peel away D:
Thank you!!