In this video I show you a couple of cool new canvas panels for oil painting that recently came on the market. www.WalcottFine... www.dickblick.... masterpieceart...
Very informative and helpful. I enjoy learning from your videos. On another note, I try not to use harmful chemicals or metals in oil painting. Can you cover the advantages or disadvantages of this method. It all started when I began painting a year or two ago. I had headaches and could not sleep well. I also had chemicals that were damaging my liver. If you have any good recommendations on which brand of oil paint is non-toxic and a switch from mineral spirits to walnut oil and such things of that kind, or mediums that are eco-friendly... Maybe, you can do a video on this.
Great idea for a video! Thanks for watching and commenting. Some people are sensitive to solvents, which is likely the cause of your headaches. You can paint with oils without using any solvents at all. Brushes can be cleaned with linseed or walnut oil and then washed with soap and water.
What are your thoughts on the Fredrix pro series Belgian linen panel ? I Oil paint mine. I also like the ampersand gesso bored . what are your thoughts on these two ? I know Ampersand seals their with archive a seal. Does Fredrix use a kind of sealer for their board?
The Ampersand boards are very nice, but the smooth surface does take a little getting used to if you are accustomed to the texture of canvas. I can't remember if I have ever used the Fredrix linen panels, but they are generally a good brand. I think they use a standard acrylic gesso. Thanks for watching!
@@walcottfineart5088 My concern with Fredrix is what is the panel made of and will it stand the test of time? I know Ampersand panels are sealed and uses aspen tree wood . How archival is Fredrix panels ?
Thanks for watching! Hunt around and see what you can find that might be similar in Europe. Also try Jackson's in the UK. They carry a wide range of products and ship world wide.
I wanted to ask you about a problem i have run into with oil painting on panels. I have noticed that after painting, the panels curve a little. This doesn't always happen, but when it does, it really is noticeable and affects the look of the displayed painting. Is there any quick fix for it or may be a method to prevent it going forward? Thanks!
They only thing I can think of that would cause that is if you are gessoing the panels with acrylic gesso or they are in a damp environment. Oil paint would not cause warping the way a water based paint would. Gessoing both sides can help with that. You could try weighting them down as well or putting them in a frame. Thanks for watching!
@@walcottfineart5088 you're most welcome first off; your content is a gold gem for materials point of view, you have great knowledge. And thanks so much for the prompt response, i'll keep note for future!
Hi Jason, is it ok to If I stick a primed canvas on 3-4 mm MDF for plein air work? These should be like salable 12X16 inch artworks and not sketching panels. I guess three ply panels would be too heavy for an old style laptop box that I'm planning to make. This is an aspect ratio that I love and can be noticed. Please let me know if I'm doing something wrong. Thanks
Thanks for watching! You can sand it lightly and then apply two or more coats of acrylic gesso, or after the initial coat of gesso you can prime it with an oil primer if you prefer that.
Thanks for watching! Honestly the best way to fix that is to frame it. Once it's puched into the frame with the clips/brackets that will hold it flat. YOu can also try putting it under a pile of heavy books and leaving it there for a week or twoand see if that helps.
Very informative and helpful. I enjoy learning from your videos. On another note, I try not to use harmful chemicals or metals in oil painting. Can you cover the advantages or disadvantages of this method. It all started when I began painting a year or two ago. I had headaches and could not sleep well. I also had chemicals that were damaging my liver. If you have any good recommendations on which brand of oil paint is non-toxic and a switch from mineral spirits to walnut oil and such things of that kind, or mediums that are eco-friendly... Maybe, you can do a video on this.
Great idea for a video! Thanks for watching and commenting. Some people are sensitive to solvents, which is likely the cause of your headaches. You can paint with oils without using any solvents at all. Brushes can be cleaned with linseed or walnut oil and then washed with soap and water.
What are your thoughts on the Fredrix pro series Belgian linen panel ? I Oil paint mine. I also like the ampersand gesso bored . what are your thoughts on these two ? I know Ampersand seals their with archive a seal. Does Fredrix use a kind of sealer for their board?
The Ampersand boards are very nice, but the smooth surface does take a little getting used to if you are accustomed to the texture of canvas. I can't remember if I have ever used the Fredrix linen panels, but they are generally a good brand. I think they use a standard acrylic gesso. Thanks for watching!
@@walcottfineart5088 My concern with Fredrix is what is the panel made of and will it stand the test of time? I know Ampersand panels are sealed and uses aspen tree wood . How archival is Fredrix panels ?
Many thanks for your videos. Sadly many equip that you recomend is not avialbe in Europe :( I'm using phoenix panels.
Thanks for watching! Hunt around and see what you can find that might be similar in Europe. Also try Jackson's in the UK. They carry a wide range of products and ship world wide.
Are Master’s panels made from cardboard or Masonite?
They seem to be a hardboard like Masonite. Thanks for watching! :)
I wanted to ask you about a problem i have run into with oil painting on panels. I have noticed that after painting, the panels curve a little. This doesn't always happen, but when it does, it really is noticeable and affects the look of the displayed painting. Is there any quick fix for it or may be a method to prevent it going forward? Thanks!
They only thing I can think of that would cause that is if you are gessoing the panels with acrylic gesso or they are in a damp environment. Oil paint would not cause warping the way a water based paint would. Gessoing both sides can help with that. You could try weighting them down as well or putting them in a frame. Thanks for watching!
@@walcottfineart5088 you're most welcome first off; your content is a gold gem for materials point of view, you have great knowledge. And thanks so much for the prompt response, i'll keep note for future!
Thank you for the info Jason .
Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching!
Aww I missed the contest for a mini original.
That contest is still held every month for those who join my email list (at least for the time being) Thanks for watching :)
Love this video!!
Thanks for watching! :)
Nice stuff..thankyou..
Thanks for watching!
Hi Jason, is it ok to If I stick a primed canvas on 3-4 mm MDF for plein air work? These should be like salable 12X16 inch artworks and not sketching panels. I guess three ply panels would be too heavy for an old style laptop box that I'm planning to make. This is an aspect ratio that I love and can be noticed. Please let me know if I'm doing something wrong. Thanks
Yes you can do that! Just be sure to use an acid free glue to mount the canvas. Have fun!
@@walcottfineart5088 thanks Jason. Love your videos.
How would you prepare masonite as a surface for painting in oils?
Thanks for watching! You can sand it lightly and then apply two or more coats of acrylic gesso, or after the initial coat of gesso you can prime it with an oil primer if you prefer that.
@@walcottfineart5088 Excellent! Thanks Jason
I learned that it may also be wise to seal the panel with GAC 100 before you gesso to ensure that there is no discoloration.
@@theagespot9717 Thanks for the tip. I'll try it.
@@theagespot9717 Thanks for the tip!
I bought the Fredrix toned canvas before, and it buckled after I did an oil painting on it. Do you know any tips to prevent this?
Thanks for watching! Honestly the best way to fix that is to frame it. Once it's puched into the frame with the clips/brackets that will hold it flat. YOu can also try putting it under a pile of heavy books and leaving it there for a week or twoand see if that helps.
Thank your for de newa. Ever is importan how change yhe market of the art.
Thanks for watching!
Very helpful. Will definitely try the Toned Canvases.
Hope you enjoy them! Thanks for watching. :)