Three ways to use Gesso

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  • Опубліковано 8 лют 2016
  • This video is about Three ways to use Gesso-- a light body, a heavy body and black. Stay tuned for an overview of CLEAR Gesso, too!
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    Stencil: amzn.to/2nH36gQ
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  • @mareelehmann3191
    @mareelehmann3191 5 років тому +2

    This is great - clear and precise without any 'la de dar' language or banter. I do agree with a previous comment about the big brush handle being in the road of the demo. Apart from that you did a great job. Thank you. Maree

  • @lorrainedurgee1761
    @lorrainedurgee1761 4 роки тому +4

    This was a very good video on gesso,wow, I never thought to use it these ways....thanks

  • @hughmorley365
    @hughmorley365 2 роки тому

    I bought some gesso last week and watched several (not particularly helpful) videos today on how to use it before coming across yours. Absolutely superb and a lovely lady to boot! Thank you.

  • @patbaron5817
    @patbaron5817 2 роки тому +2

    I just used Gesso for the first time on a project and put it on too heavily. I learned there are several kinds available (mine was borrowed) and that it even comes in black. Very cool.

  • @Beaumeech
    @Beaumeech 4 роки тому +4

    I'm new to the craft world and knowing more how to use gesso is really helpful

  • @ChicagoJan
    @ChicagoJan 4 роки тому +2

    Awesome video!! I'm a beginner with acrylic painting and I do use gesso, but now you've given me many ideas on alternative uses and surfaces while I'm at home sheltering in place. I have a lot of card stock, so now I have more options if I run out of my canvas boards and hardboard. I really, REALLY love your demonstration with the stencil. SO COOL. I may have stencils, but if not I'll attempt to make some!! Thanks for such a wonderful video. I am now subscribed. :-)

  • @GraciellieDesign
    @GraciellieDesign 6 років тому

    I follow your Periscopes but haven't been able to watch lately. Love that these are here on your channel!!! I'm subscribing girl! Crafty hugs!

  • @gritsonamission
    @gritsonamission 6 років тому +1

    LOVE the stencil idea!

  • @CarinaParry
    @CarinaParry 4 роки тому +1

    Oh lala! Great to know this, thanks. That gets gesso even more exciting! :) ❤️️❤️️

  • @cornflowercrafts
    @cornflowercrafts 7 років тому +4

    Great video! Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

  • @janelewis4019
    @janelewis4019 5 років тому +2

    I made my own and all of the things you said about it happened with different formulas. But Thankyou for the explanation of what they are used for.

  • @-abyssmia-
    @-abyssmia- 5 років тому +9

    You, Madam, ROCK :) That was the best explanation about Gesso I have ever heard from many "experts" who seem unable to digress to my childlike bewilderment. Fantastic teaching and you have a new student. Take good care.

  • @meerabakshi2676
    @meerabakshi2676 Рік тому

    you are very positively cheerful! Loved your presentation. Thanks for the video.

  • @debbarko2303
    @debbarko2303 2 місяці тому +1

    You are a great explained on products!!! Thankyou!

  • @20greeneyes20
    @20greeneyes20 4 роки тому

    I love the stencil technique. Thanks for your great ideas. I am new to you and I'm glad I found you.

    • @user-mv9tt4st9k
      @user-mv9tt4st9k 3 роки тому

      Texture paste works for that technique as well.

  • @Fancylooks
    @Fancylooks 8 років тому +13

    Very interesting, I didn't know about black gesso, very interesting, I have Liquitex transparent gesso though, and it is great!

  • @jeanieferretti4203
    @jeanieferretti4203 8 років тому +1

    I guess I need to play with my gesso. Thanks for this great video!

  • @mariaabrams379
    @mariaabrams379 6 років тому +1

    Awesome I didn't know about gesso. Thank you for sharing I will be trying it .
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  • @karynknutson1480
    @karynknutson1480 5 років тому +1

    Thanks for this video. Very helpful!

  • @rosaliapena3107
    @rosaliapena3107 6 років тому +1

    I love your video it was very educational. The only thing I would recommend is to move the paint brush out of the way.

  • @deband4
    @deband4 4 роки тому

    Thank you that was informative and very clear on what gesso is

  • @donnabaumber1570
    @donnabaumber1570 5 років тому +1

    Thank you Crafty Girl, that's valueable info...
    Thank you so much

  • @MichaelGrieve
    @MichaelGrieve 4 роки тому

    Thank you for the good information about Gesso.

  • @Obsidian_Iris_
    @Obsidian_Iris_ 6 років тому +8

    THANKS! I’ve watched several vids trying to find out what gesso actually is, not just ways to use it. You’re explanation is by far the most comprehensive and most importantly, most coherent! I don’t know if it’s because some artists just finds it so exciting or what but many of the presenters talked too fast and were just almost incoherent in their attempts to say so much! The end results were word salads that were flung against a wall.

    • @ACB2K
      @ACB2K 5 років тому +2

      word salad? lolololololol nice, lololol, I'll use that, lolololol

    • @thisdollslifejenna3841
      @thisdollslifejenna3841 5 років тому

      You had me@ "word salads"
      Nice! 😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂💯✔

  • @kimdavidson3338
    @kimdavidson3338 5 років тому +1

    will be trying this for sure

  • @shirleyfernandes8709
    @shirleyfernandes8709 2 роки тому

    Am new to painting. Thanks for your great video. Helped me a lot😊👍

  • @huginanenvelope
    @huginanenvelope 8 років тому +42

    Jenny, I watch a lot of videos and I have been noticing lately on all the crafty you tube videos that there are dislike thumbs. I know it is the watchers prerogative to vote that way but it seems too much like a blatant attempt to discredit the person taking their time to post a video. I love your videos and this is another great one. I don't know if you or if You Tube can see if it is a thumbs down campaign by the same person. Just thought I would let you know that this is a great video. Thank you!

    • @harpersmythe658
      @harpersmythe658 8 років тому +3

      +pesto12601 i agree. The thumbs up tells the person doing the demo that this is what they want to see. Likewise they have an equal right to say 'no thanks, not keen on that,. It's not a personal slur, just an honest opinion and they will then know if they are giving the viewers what they want and that's how to keep the subs. You're not being spiteful, just honest.

    • @mindyholland5622
      @mindyholland5622 6 років тому +1

      I agree there is no reason to put a thumbs done on anyone's site! If you don't like that you tube site than there are hundreds others to watch. I am so grateful for her sharing her knowledge with us. I can guarantee you don't like when others criticize you. Just remember this is free ideas and knowledge. Our world has enough negativity in it! Thank you for sharing your amazing ideas they are greatly appreciated.

    • @lauracullen8122
      @lauracullen8122 5 років тому +4

      You have become an official victim observer of the American hateful 'I know more than you' population whose ranks swell daily as the size of empty heads increase. In 1,000 years or so, archaeologists will spend hours trying to decide which alien race produced such large but empty craniums.

    • @BarbaraEMarshallCampbell
      @BarbaraEMarshallCampbell 5 років тому

      When I use the thumbs down it is my way of saying that the presentation needs better organization or better focus, maybe more skill in recording. I rarely use the thumbs down. Most.often I use the thumbs up to say it was great content presented in an organized creative enthused interesting timely manner with good video recording skill and do nothing if I do not care for the video. I am more likely to give constructive comment/ feedback explaining what I feel is right and what the presenter can improve to be better which is more useful than a thumbs down. If I give a thumbs down on a comment it is to say it is too negative, itrelevant, or too crass to be useful to presenters and discussion.

  • @karehhartig7287
    @karehhartig7287 Рік тому

    Thanks so much fore sharing all of those great ways to use Gesso. 😀

  • @koyosensebe8027
    @koyosensebe8027 5 років тому

    I just get in to your Chanel, love the way you sharing with us thanks!

  • @love4musicnart
    @love4musicnart 4 роки тому +1

    I am so glad you explained what it was used for I was trying to figure out if I needed to use it on my rock painting but I love texture so this is an awesome thing :)
    btw I couldn't find the FB page (says: The link you followed may have expired, or the page may only be visible to an audience you're not in.) sigh

  • @thisdollslifejenna3841
    @thisdollslifejenna3841 5 років тому +4

    Thank You So much for this video!!
    Liked it so much, that I liked. Subbed. Shared. 🌝☀️💛⭐😏

  • @blupoppy608
    @blupoppy608 4 роки тому

    thank you for sharing , very informative and inspiring to use more gesso :)

  • @1homemademom
    @1homemademom 6 років тому

    Freaking Awesome love it... I have been inspired by you thank you so much !!!!!! oh, one more thing can you maybe use that thicker gesso to do some type of mosaic/stenciling on canvas?
    If you can would you please do a video on it? either way, i am thrilled and can't wait to try it

  • @MsVictoriaWolfe
    @MsVictoriaWolfe 4 роки тому

    I was wondering about clear gesso. Btw love this video! Is there a video on that yet? 🤗

  • @teriwhidden9178
    @teriwhidden9178 8 років тому

    Great information! Thank you!

  • @martaperez109
    @martaperez109 4 роки тому

    Gee, I haven’t understood until now. This was a great video of gesso and it’s uses. Thanks very much.

  • @krissyfabz5867
    @krissyfabz5867 3 роки тому

    this is soo helpful 👍😊 thank you💕

  • @tracycook896
    @tracycook896 2 роки тому

    This is brilliant!

  • @moyadewaal3398
    @moyadewaal3398 3 роки тому

    Thanks for your advise...I learn alot

  • @ruthannmolyneaux6433
    @ruthannmolyneaux6433 5 років тому

    Enjoyed your video!👌

  • @kerrimcnamara7853
    @kerrimcnamara7853 Рік тому

    Thank you for sharing it is very useful 😊

  • @ACB2K
    @ACB2K 5 років тому

    Thank you, lady, very helpful info,

  • @micheleordona7201
    @micheleordona7201 5 років тому +2

    Regarding the tag you did with the fern design, what if you did that on wood instead of paper and then painted over it. Do you think the gesso would chip off in time or stay put?

  • @Nancy0162
    @Nancy0162 6 років тому +4

    Thanks for sharing. I'm just learning about gesso. I want to introduce this to my decoupage crafts. Have you ever tried to make it? Curious.

  • @patandersen4271
    @patandersen4271 5 років тому

    Great video, Thank you.

  • @pamelasertich9850
    @pamelasertich9850 6 років тому

    Very helpful. Thanks so much

  • @margaretbenson-mccarthy7744
    @margaretbenson-mccarthy7744 5 років тому +1

    Can you show what you did with these textures? I am especially intrigued by the use of the stencil!

    • @dineshpande6942
      @dineshpande6942 2 роки тому

      ua-cam.com/users/ArchanaKiDuniyaPAINTINGSANDDIY
      This is my new UA-cam channel link..
      Plz have a look and share your thoughts on the videos and show love and support by SUBSCRIBING the channel.🤩❤️

  • @suemcarthur105
    @suemcarthur105 6 років тому

    thank you like the stencil one...

  • @joycegandy7305
    @joycegandy7305 5 років тому

    enjoyed your video, very good!!

  • @BarbaraEMarshallCampbell
    @BarbaraEMarshallCampbell 5 років тому +3

    Benny CFD
    Adding water to the pre-mixed Gesso may weaken adhesion. To thin without weakening the adhesion mixing an adhesive or acrylic paint makes more sense. It is what I do to thin my gesso without losing adhesion.

    • @boopeep9670
      @boopeep9670 4 роки тому

      B. E. Marshall Campbell
      great tip, this should be pinned at the top.
      From years of cooking and painting with watercolor I reach for water by habit for adjustments. That’s a great reminder. Tfs

  • @rodneyleon3645
    @rodneyleon3645 5 років тому

    i love that card catalog thingy in the background. What do you call it?

  • @elaineortega5703
    @elaineortega5703 5 років тому

    Thank You for the tips

  • @lastweek3606
    @lastweek3606 5 років тому +1

    I wish I had seen this before I painted my box. Thanks

  • @icespeckledhens
    @icespeckledhens 5 років тому

    Interesting techniques.
    Thanks

  • @julieankhan.2801
    @julieankhan.2801 5 років тому +1

    Or white gesso and black acrylic. Im going to make grey gesso soon. I want an antique look.

  • @cynthiarichter8608
    @cynthiarichter8608 8 років тому +1

    Love the great video! As a newbie I love getting reviews of products.

  • @kingbotzcustoms
    @kingbotzcustoms 4 роки тому

    What is your opinion on Krylon's spray-on Gesso, any good? Also, any risk of cracking, flaking or chipping much? Thanks!!

  • @janicewolfe4373
    @janicewolfe4373 3 роки тому

    Great tips. Can I use watercolor over gesso on canvas?

  • @BigBear-qr4zn
    @BigBear-qr4zn 2 роки тому

    Your amazing and thanks for sharing 👍❤️

  • @JamesGoodchapArt
    @JamesGoodchapArt 7 років тому +3

    Thanks for the tips, really enjoyed your peppy video :)
    I love the sound of working with the black gesso, but I work on large paintings. If you wanted to sculpt a primer thickly onto a sheet of 8 ft x 4 ft board, what would you use for that? Probably go through dozens of 8 oz jars, too expensive! Cheers, James.

    • @crafttestdummies
      @crafttestdummies  7 років тому +1

      Lucky us! Sax sells a version in a gallon jug! amzn.to/2mMHv1A

    • @marymcneill7438
      @marymcneill7438 4 роки тому +1

      There are videos about how to make your own gesso on UA-cam. I've never done it but it would be a cost saver.

    • @JamesGoodchapArt
      @JamesGoodchapArt 6 місяців тому

      @@marymcneill7438thank you :)

  • @HarleyQuinnJokr
    @HarleyQuinnJokr 6 років тому

    thank you for those informations!! :)

  • @BlueSky-di2gw
    @BlueSky-di2gw 4 роки тому

    Do you have to let gesso dry first before you paying on it thank you for your video

  • @dhikrabkr7878
    @dhikrabkr7878 2 роки тому

    I've bought the thinner gesso how can I make it thick like the second one ? If there's a way to do that will it effect the quality of the painting? And thank you for your videos

  • @monicamoreira8863
    @monicamoreira8863 3 роки тому

    Super demonstration and great 👍 ideas! I am subscribing to your channel. I enjoyed this video. To be honest I’m quite an art dummy! 😂😂😂

  • @michelel1852
    @michelel1852 5 років тому

    Very informative video. After you used the gesso with the stencil you said you could use water colors or spray mist. Can you also use acrylic paints?

  • @juliebergacker5680
    @juliebergacker5680 5 років тому +1

    Good to know. Thanks😀👍

  • @carolpfaff7784
    @carolpfaff7784 2 роки тому

    Love the idea of reusing junk mail by brushing gesso on it to prime for future use.

  • @veramariecano289
    @veramariecano289 5 років тому +10

    Didn't Bob Ross come out with white, black and grey gesso years ago?
    I've been using it since I duscovered it in 1997!

    • @cheypam
      @cheypam 4 роки тому +2

      Yes, he invented them.

  • @paulineblow9063
    @paulineblow9063 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you for showing me how gesso works. BTW, I was pronouncing it as guesso not jess-oh. Anyway, I can now go ahead and use it on my paper mache which is rather lumpy in lots of places. It's the first time I've done paper mache (I'm in my 60's, shh, don't tell anyone). Thank you for explaining, a great lesson. Mine is by a company called "Boldmere" and comes in a plastic jar. I have subscribed. ☕🍰

    • @mariarussell5882
      @mariarussell5882 Рік тому +1

      60 s not old middle aged😁

    • @paulineblow9063
      @paulineblow9063 Рік тому

      @@mariarussell5882 thank you. You are very kind. Alas, I am 69 next month. 🥂🇬🇧

    • @mariarussell5882
      @mariarussell5882 Рік тому +1

      Pauline sixty is the new 40 so that makes you 49. My mom was 90 2 days ago we had a lovely party and sing along she still looks fab👍

    • @paulineblow9063
      @paulineblow9063 Рік тому +1

      @@mariarussell5882 many happy returns to your Mom and lots more, 🥂 XxX 49 sounds good to me.

  • @tcor9141
    @tcor9141 6 років тому

    Very fun thank you!!!

  • @gasgiant7122
    @gasgiant7122 2 роки тому

    Greetings from UK, I can't stop looking into your beautiful deep blue eyes😁 how has UA-cam's algorithms only just suggested your videos? They're great, I like the thick gesso wth the stencils also the black gesso looks great for astronomy art?

  • @sribalajimultiservicessrib1929
    @sribalajimultiservicessrib1929 3 роки тому

    Very nice explanation

  • @minimadeline
    @minimadeline 6 років тому

    love your video Three ways to use Gesso do you do classes ?

  • @myramoore7925
    @myramoore7925 4 роки тому

    Can you use GESSO on aluminum and copper blanks (to create texture) for jewelry pendants? Can you use patina or Alcohol Inks on top of these blanks? If yes, what is the process? THANKS in advance!

  • @nancybeebe7622
    @nancybeebe7622 5 років тому +1

    CAN YOU TELL ME WHERE TO PURCHASE THAT SQEEZIE TOOL. THATS COOL

  • @JohnAndrew1010
    @JohnAndrew1010 5 років тому +1

    inspired...thanks!

  • @sylviacostello2755
    @sylviacostello2755 6 років тому

    hi jenny i believe there is a clear gesso but havent been able to purchase not sure who manufactures it

  • @annatronson5927
    @annatronson5927 6 років тому

    Hi Craft dummies!!! Question! How do you clean the brushes etc?! Gypsum may clog plumbing?!! Thankyou!! Wondering where to order from if not carried in my store!!!! 👍👍

    • @crafttestdummies
      @crafttestdummies  6 років тому

      It's a soap and water clean-up...and the amount of gypsum is so small it shouldn't be a problem. You can find gesso at any big box art or craft store in the fine art section or online.

  • @marymcneill7438
    @marymcneill7438 4 роки тому

    Does a thick layer of gesso crack after a while?
    I put acrylic paint into some gesso as my base colour. 2 steps in 1.

  • @rommycougar
    @rommycougar 3 роки тому

    Hello, can gesso be used also as a primer for glass bottles? Thanks

  • @suziturton7268
    @suziturton7268 6 років тому

    Great. Thank you✨

  • @yann664
    @yann664 Рік тому

    Excellent thanks.

  • @openarms169
    @openarms169 7 років тому

    Hi Jenny , love the tutorial on this gesso . question where did u get that feather stencil at or what company is it from . ty have a very bless an crafty day 😊😊😊😊😊😊

    • @crafttestdummies
      @crafttestdummies  7 років тому +1

      Thanks for asking! I forgot to add the link. It's Peacock Feathers from TCW: amzn.to/2nH36gQ

    • @openarms169
      @openarms169 7 років тому +1

      CraftTestDummies ty so much 😊😊😊

  • @Ekzit21
    @Ekzit21 4 роки тому

    Thank you
    Can I use gesso on top of acrylic. ? Would ir adhere properly?
    If I want to erase a part of my work.

  • @psyamok3735
    @psyamok3735 4 роки тому

    if it is too thick, is it ok to dilute it with some water to make it easier to spread over a big size canvas?

  • @nancyacura1
    @nancyacura1 8 років тому

    thanks for the video! how about transparent gesso? can the white gesso be tinted?

    • @crafttestdummies
      @crafttestdummies  7 років тому

      Transparent has a little haze.... and white can be tinted. I do it all the time with my spray inks/dyes.

  • @mariankitagawa7525
    @mariankitagawa7525 7 років тому

    Does that mean I don't have to buy structure paste for use with my stencils?

  • @kellybrenenstuhl3388
    @kellybrenenstuhl3388 5 років тому

    Jenny can I mix gesso with chalk paint to paint furniture and is it water soluble? Thank you for your very informative channel.

    • @crafttestdummies
      @crafttestdummies  5 років тому

      It is water-soluble but I don’t know why you would want to mix gesso and chalk paint. Chalk paint is a literally the same ingredients as gesso! Just a different consistency and without the pigment.

  • @allenklein7462
    @allenklein7462 2 роки тому

    Will thin gesso crack on a semi limber surface like a guitar case top?

  • @FlowerGemsGirl
    @FlowerGemsGirl 8 років тому

    If you got that Deco Art gesso at a craft store, was it sold in the professional art section or in the craft paint section?

  • @six6ave
    @six6ave 4 роки тому

    Thank you so much , you so nice

  • @colourwheel5703
    @colourwheel5703 11 місяців тому

    Great tips

  • @sandracohen8481
    @sandracohen8481 Рік тому

    Should you prime a album with gesso before paint pouring.

  • @allaprimalady
    @allaprimalady 4 роки тому +1

    I tried several brands..my fave result is Jerry,s Artarama’s brand: “World,s Finest Gesso”

    • @AmaricanBall729
      @AmaricanBall729 4 роки тому

      Have you ever tried making your own gesso?

  • @mariawilliams3084
    @mariawilliams3084 5 років тому +1

    the vid is great ty.. ok.. so I've been painting backs of metal bottle caps and the paint tends to scratch off very quickly, would gesso solve this problem. really need a solution

    • @crafttestdummies
      @crafttestdummies  5 років тому +1

      Not really. You need a multi surface paint that will stick to the metal. Folk art makes a good one.

    • @mariawilliams3084
      @mariawilliams3084 5 років тому

      thank you... I just bought some primer, wish me luck

  • @greekveteran2715
    @greekveteran2715 Рік тому

    Please, I ordered Talens clear Gesso, for my first attempt to use it on paper (for drawing with Polychromos). Unfortunately, I was told that it's thick and rough gesso, that works only for painting on large canvases and won't work for pencil drawing. Is there any trick, to make it work for my needs? Maybe thin it out with water and put less amount, as also choosing a very smooth paper, could that make it work?

  • @pamelasertich9850
    @pamelasertich9850 7 років тому

    Loved it

  • @pamelathomas2723
    @pamelathomas2723 Рік тому

    Do you have a link for the thicker gesso?

  • @joanderwitsch2759
    @joanderwitsch2759 5 місяців тому

    Is gesso automatically used on all surfaces,.cardboard, wood, canvas, etc. Is it used with various types of medium, water color, ink, acrylics, oil, etc. It would be great if I had a list odes and don't s. Right now I'm at a work stoppage as I don't know how to start. Thank you.

  • @embracethebright1587
    @embracethebright1587 5 років тому

    What would you recommend to cover a business letter? Like bill statement.

    • @crafttestdummies
      @crafttestdummies  5 років тому

      That would depend on what you are doing with it next and what you are adhering it to.