For longer lasting color stability - 1) Research your printer's process and pigments. 2) Don't use industrial adhesive like Super77, but use art adhesive which is pH balanced and won't act as a solvent to the pigments from behind if there is any soaking of the substrate
Depending on the thickness of your pour, you in fact need to/should add some heat to help the bubbles. Trust me on experience I have poured probably over 200 gallons of all kinds of epoxies.
Hello, I trying my luck at putting epoxy over a photo, first I laminated the photo cutting down to the size of the mold for a photograph, then I mixed your product, Art/Resin, equal parts, well, needless to say, my first try flopped, but I didn’t give up, after researching I found out all was not lost, I could still fix it, so I sanded down the areas that needed it then re-pored, worked rather well, as a beginner I’m learning how...one thing....the mixing is the most important, especially with photographs, believe it or not the temperature has a Great influence on the piece drying hard...I was doing this in the garage, which right now the temp is kinda chilly, so I moved into my art studio, had to do some re-arranging, I really like the Art/Resin. Has a nice shinny finish, I didn’t have very many bubbles, mostly because when mixing I found mixing in a clock wise, the counter clockwise scraping sides as I stir, also I took the advise on the instruction about stirring somewhat slow as not to creat bubbles. I might add I used a timer for the mixing. The photo I used was of my older sister, just diagnosed with Dementia, she has been placed in a nursing home. So this is kinda a bitter-sweet story, it’s only been two years now that we lost our oldest brother with Dementia. I’m basically an artist, but love digital photography, enjoy the manipulation of different photos! I used an App called SuperimposeX to place a photo of her as a young girl, along side of a prayer I found. It breaks my heart that she has this terrible disease and wanted to do something special for her, even though she doesn’t even know me now! I’m hoping she will recognize That the photo is of her, but if not, she can enjoy the Prayer, making her happy is what counts. Thank you for the video and enjoyed it very much... also thank you for allowing me to tell you my experience with Epoxy and my story. Cheers!
By the time I'm writing this, your kid is in like the 3rd grade! I love your last remarks. That's exactly what my mother said when I disclosed to her that I am gonna be an artist: "that's what the world needs...more artists" Anyway, I love your product! Thank you.
Thanks for tuning in! Have a look at this blog for some info on applying over charcoal: www.artresin.com/blogs/videos/39099073-paintings?_pos=1&_sid=abd6ec1b5&_ss=r
I want apply resin effect on paper.,my son makes scatches charcoal and use grafite .please visit on his channel kartik pandey arts( k p arts) and please Subscribe may be possible .suggest me for resin coating ...big thanks sir
Hi there - those are called painter's pyramids and you can buy them in the paint section of the hardware store, or online! But you can even use plastic cups from the dollar store - and we've even used big lego pieces too. You want to make sure you use plastic because the resin won't adhere to plastic, so you can easily peel it off.
This is mounted onto a cradled wood panel. Whether we are painting or mounting a photo, we prefer to work on cradled wood panels rather than stretched canvas as they offer a nice solid surface that won't sag under the weight of the resin. You can purchase cradled wood panels online or at your favourite art supply store.
I bought a cradled wood frame at Michael's, my plan is to put a glossy photo on and then resin it. Do I need to seal the wood prior? If I do is modge podge applied to the wood and letting it dry good enough?
Hi Leomar, we have worked with these particular cradled wood panels enough to know that we don't have to pre-seal them for our purposes. You should always test with the materials you are using to be sure. You can use any sealer of your choice that works with your materials, be it brush on or spray, just be sure to let it completely dry before applying your ArtResin.
This was very helpful. Only wished I had watched this b4 I created the bottom to my serving tray bc where I placed my pics r bubbling up. I used a xyron adhesive to the backs of my pictures to adhere to the wood instead of the spray adhesive and I didn't brayer them down. I was going to use the spray but didn't quite know how to go about it!!! Thanks for clearing that up. Do you think the adhesive I used is the reason all my pics bubbled up or no ArtResin TIA!!!!
Hi Kathy Without seeing your piece, I can't say with certainty but I know it has happened to us - we have had bubbling when the print is not properly adhered ( usually due to bare spots that didn't get any glue ). There is always a chance that if the adhesive you used was wet ( like say, white glue ) it could have soaked into the paper and caused the paper to buckle. I like using spray adhesive because you can get a really good, even coat without being as wet as white glue. I like using a brayer as well to really make sure the picture has bonded to the surface you're mounting it to.
@@Artresin Thanks very much for responding. It's just weird bc it didn't start buckling till like 3-4 days later and it was only 2 pics and then when I looked again a couple more days later they were all buckling at that point. The adhesive I used wasn't a liquid glue but more like one of the tape runners. However I have a adhesive tool called a xyron machine and its spose to add the adhesive edge to edge but mayb I didn't burnish it long enuff. I do have another question for you....I didn't just resin 1 picture to the piece of wood, I did like 5 or 6 pictures SO what is the best way to spray them, all at the same time or individually, to place them? I do know that the nx pc of wood I try this with I will b using ur way for sure!!!! Once again thanx for responding.
Hi Kathy - If it was me, and I was placing photos on a wood panel, here's what I would do: first, I would seal the wood with a brush on sealant like modpodge. The reason for this is to create a barrier that prevents the wood from offgassing ( releasing trapped air ) and creating bubbles into the resin. I would probably seal the photos too, to be on the safe side - the last thing you want is for the resin to absorb into the photo paper. Use a spray sealant for photos ( like Krylon spray ). Let them dry. After the photos and wood have dried, then I would mount my photos. If you have 5 or 6 and you're making a collage, I'd probably do them one at a time, so you can take your time. If you spray down the whole piece with adhesive, you might feel rushed to place them all down before the glue dries. If you do it one at time, you can give each photo the attention it deserves :) Then I would burnish each one after placing it - lay a piece of paper over top and use a brayer or even your hand or something smooth and flat to really make sure the photo is bonded to the wood and that there are no air pockets. Then once all the photos are down, you can give it a final burnish. Then I'd resin it! :)
Yes! Thats what we were made to do :). We prefer the stability of a cradled wood panel, but if you are pouring over a stretched canvas just slide some cardboard in the back to give it some support to prevent it from sagging under the weight of the resin.
Hi Ruth - sorry I didn't see your comment until now! Spraying both sides won't necessarily create a better bond - sometimes using too much adhesive can actually have the opposite effect and it won't dry properly because there is too thick of a layer. From what I understand, if you spray both paper and panel, you should wait a bit until it gets to the tacky dry stage, and then mount it. Always best to experiment first - if you try it, let us know how it works!
Hi there! Great questions - you can use either matte or gloss finish. We find that gloss tends to work a little better in the sense that you don't typically need a sealant - the gloss finish allows the resin to simply sit on top and tends not to absorb at all. Sometimes a matte paper might absorb the ArtResin, so we recommend sealing matte photos first. You can use any sealant designed for photos - your art supply store should carry a selection you can choose from. You can use a spray sealant for photos like Krylon or similar, or go all the way up to a product like Glamour2 which is an archival quality brush on sealant. As long as you ensure it dries clear, it's up to you! Always test first however ... sometimes there can be a reaction between the ArtResin and the ink which can create tiny bubbles. Testing allows you to see what kind of results you can expect before you resin your final project. And whether you use matte or gloss paper, you can never go wrong by erring on the side of caution and sealing. Hope this helps!
Since all photo paper varies in quality, it's a good idea to test first before you resin your final project so that you know exactly what to expect. You may find that your photo needs to be sealed before you apply the resin.
@@andressalazar4112 Krylon makes some good spray sealants. I would just be sure that the sealant is fully dried and cure before applying your resin on top :)
You can find wood boards like the one Dave used at your local art store or online. You are looking for Cradled Wood Painting Panels and they will come in a variety of sizes.
Could you please share any exacto knife techniques for removing excess photo from the edges with precision, as you did in this video? I've done more than 10 mounted images using art resin and whenever using an exacto knife, I end up cutting into the frame or not having a straight cut.
Hi there - to be honest, we don't really employ any sort of special technique. Not sure if Google or UA-cam might provide some more answers for you on precision cutting. Hope this helps!
Can you describe the adhesive? Its used for what mostly? Im not from USA,so i have problems to define different kind of things just by the name. For example i didnt know what would it be the equivalent of mode podge in my country. I hope you understand what i mean. Thanks.
Hi Bob - you can use a variety of adhesives to mount a print to a wood panel. You can use a spray adhesive, you can use a brush on adhesive ( like a white school glue ... ModPodge is similar to this ) or you can use a glue stick. We use all three here. The most important thing is to choose a glue that dries clear and choose one that is safe for photos/prints/paper. It's also important to make sure that the entire surface of the panel gets a coat of glue so that you don't end up with bare spots. Use a brayer tool as Dave suggests in the video to ensure that the print is bonded to the panel and that there is nothing lifting off.
Hey Mike - those are called brayers. You can find them in art supply stores ... they use them for making lino prints. Anyone at the art store will be able to help you find them!
I would suggest using a sealant on your photos prior to resining. This can prevent things like bubbles or bleeding of the ink. www.artresin.com/blogs/artresin/should-i-seal-my-artwork-before-i-resin
Hi Michelle! Absolutely you can use a heatgun - we just prefer the torch. For small pieces we like the butane powered kitchen torch ( like you'd use for creme brulee ) and for large pieces we always use a propane torch. We are all about efficiency and in our opinion, nothing beats that direct flame for really getting rid of bubbles :) The flame also helps to get rid of surface dust too!
That's a great question, Barb - and in fact, glossy prints are actually a little better at allowing the resin to sit on top rather than soaking in ... so we always suggest glossy photos over matte :)
Hi there - ha, I'm not 100% sure that Dave filmed a part 2, but here's a video Rebecca made on how to mount a photo the same way, and she resins it in this video too. Hope this helps! ua-cam.com/video/-yvFH6foJog/v-deo.html
Depends on the photo paper - some paper, especially glossy, allows the resin to sit on top, but some paper can absorb the resin. Sealing is a good precaution, but testing first will let you know for sure :)
Linda Schmid that's awesome and an amazing coincidence :) I filmed this the other day before you asked :) Let me know if you run into anything else where a video could be helpful please :) Always looking to make videos that answer questions people have!
ArtResin I also do watercolors and I would like to resin them. They would need to be glued to a board but the watercolor paper is thicker than a photo. Do I need to use some regular glue in order to keep it flat and stuck on the board. I'm sure the glue stick would not work and probably not the spray. Have you done this with a watercolor? They are framed not but I love the resin affect better.
Linda Schmid glad you asked :) this is a video how I did a watercolor of mine: just ONE way to do it but it worked well :) ua-cam.com/video/CxU1YmcChXg/v-deo.html
ArtResin Thank you. I can hardly wait to resin my watercolors. I guess just Elmer's glue will hold the paper down to the board so that is what I am going to do. You have been so helpful.
For longer lasting color stability -
1) Research your printer's process and pigments. 2) Don't use industrial adhesive like Super77, but use art adhesive which is pH balanced and won't act as a solvent to the pigments from behind if there is any soaking of the substrate
Depending on the thickness of your pour, you in fact need to/should add some heat to help the bubbles. Trust me on experience I have poured probably over 200 gallons of all kinds of epoxies.
Hello, I trying my luck at putting epoxy over a photo, first I laminated the photo cutting down to the size of the mold for a photograph, then I mixed your product, Art/Resin, equal parts, well, needless to say, my first try flopped, but I didn’t give up, after researching I found out all was not lost, I could still fix it, so I sanded down the areas that needed it then re-pored, worked rather well, as a beginner I’m learning how...one thing....the mixing is the most important, especially with photographs, believe it or not the temperature has a Great influence on the piece drying hard...I was doing this in the garage, which right now the temp is kinda chilly, so I moved into my art studio, had to do some re-arranging, I really like the Art/Resin. Has a nice shinny finish, I didn’t have very many bubbles, mostly because when mixing I found mixing in a clock wise, the counter clockwise scraping sides as I stir, also I took the advise on the instruction about stirring somewhat slow as not to creat bubbles. I might add I used a timer for the mixing.
The photo I used was of my older sister, just diagnosed with Dementia, she has been placed in a nursing home. So this is kinda a bitter-sweet story, it’s only been two years now that we lost our oldest brother with Dementia.
I’m basically an artist, but love digital photography, enjoy the manipulation of different photos! I used an App called SuperimposeX to place a photo of her as a young girl, along side of a prayer I found. It breaks my heart that she has this terrible disease and wanted to do something special for her, even though she doesn’t even know me now! I’m hoping she will recognize
That the photo is of her, but if not, she can enjoy the Prayer, making her happy is what counts.
Thank you for the video and enjoyed it very much... also thank you for allowing me to tell you my experience with Epoxy and my story.
Cheers!
Hi Barbara, thank you so much for sharing your process. What a beautiful project to work on. ❤️
By the time I'm writing this, your kid is in like the 3rd grade! I love your last remarks. That's exactly what my mother said when I disclosed to her that I am gonna be an artist: "that's what the world needs...more artists"
Anyway, I love your product!
Thank you.
Thank you !!!
It's so awesome to see how far your business has grown. Great video!
Thank you for taking the time to do this.
We are glad you liked it!! Thanks for watching 🙂
Straight to the point. Brilliant.
Hi, is there a follow up video with this? I’d like to see the resin pouring part of the process so I can do this with my photos
Thanks!!
Yes! We have another video showing you step by step how to resin your glossy photo. Here's the link ua-cam.com/video/hPS0TbHdihk/v-deo.html
ArtResin Thanks!
Sir ..great work from iindia .it is possible on A4 paper charcoal drawing or graphite .
Thanks for tuning in! Have a look at this blog for some info on applying over charcoal: www.artresin.com/blogs/videos/39099073-paintings?_pos=1&_sid=abd6ec1b5&_ss=r
I want apply resin effect on paper.,my son makes scatches charcoal and use grafite .please visit on his channel kartik pandey arts( k p arts) and please Subscribe may be possible .suggest me for resin coating ...big thanks sir
floating metal frames with picture mounts looks elegant
Where did you get the raisers you put under the picture to raise it up off the table?
Hi there - those are called painter's pyramids and you can buy them in the paint section of the hardware store, or online! But you can even use plastic cups from the dollar store - and we've even used big lego pieces too. You want to make sure you use plastic because the resin won't adhere to plastic, so you can easily peel it off.
Is that a canvas or a piece of wood you mounted the picture too?
This is mounted onto a cradled wood panel. Whether we are painting or mounting a photo, we prefer to work on cradled wood panels rather than stretched canvas as they offer a nice solid surface that won't sag under the weight of the resin. You can purchase cradled wood panels online or at your favourite art supply store.
I bought a cradled wood frame at Michael's, my plan is to put a glossy photo on and then resin it. Do I need to seal the wood prior? If I do is modge podge applied to the wood and letting it dry good enough?
Hi Jacqueline, yes you can pre-seal your wood canvas with Mod Podge, or even gesso, just ensure you allow for it to dry thoroughly first 🙂
@@Artresin thank you
Also....did you seal those panels with something before you put the glue on them ?
Do you need to seal the canvas and the photo before applying the resin? If you need to, what do you use to seal it? Reply is much appreciated.
Hi Leomar, we have worked with these particular cradled wood panels enough to know that we don't have to pre-seal them for our purposes. You should always test with the materials you are using to be sure. You can use any sealer of your choice that works with your materials, be it brush on or spray, just be sure to let it completely dry before applying your ArtResin.
@@Artresin thank you for replying back.
This was very helpful. Only wished I had watched this b4 I created the bottom to my serving tray bc where I placed my pics r bubbling up. I used a xyron adhesive to the backs of my pictures to adhere to the wood instead of the spray adhesive and I didn't brayer them down. I was going to use the spray but didn't quite know how to go about it!!! Thanks for clearing that up. Do you think the adhesive I used is the reason all my pics bubbled up or no ArtResin TIA!!!!
Hi Kathy
Without seeing your piece, I can't say with certainty but I know it has happened to us - we have had bubbling when the print is not properly adhered ( usually due to bare spots that didn't get any glue ). There is always a chance that if the adhesive you used was wet ( like say, white glue ) it could have soaked into the paper and caused the paper to buckle.
I like using spray adhesive because you can get a really good, even coat without being as wet as white glue. I like using a brayer as well to really make sure the picture has bonded to the surface you're mounting it to.
@@Artresin Thanks very much for responding. It's just weird bc it didn't start buckling till like 3-4 days later and it was only 2 pics and then when I looked again a couple more days later they were all buckling at that point. The adhesive I used wasn't a liquid glue but more like one of the tape runners. However I have a adhesive tool called a xyron machine and its spose to add the adhesive edge to edge but mayb I didn't burnish it long enuff. I do have another question for you....I didn't just resin 1 picture to the piece of wood, I did like 5 or 6 pictures SO what is the best way to spray them, all at the same time or individually, to place them? I do know that the nx pc of wood I try this with I will b using ur way for sure!!!! Once again thanx for responding.
Hi Kathy - If it was me, and I was placing photos on a wood panel, here's what I would do: first, I would seal the wood with a brush on sealant like modpodge. The reason for this is to create a barrier that prevents the wood from offgassing ( releasing trapped air ) and creating bubbles into the resin.
I would probably seal the photos too, to be on the safe side - the last thing you want is for the resin to absorb into the photo paper. Use a spray sealant for photos ( like Krylon spray ). Let them dry.
After the photos and wood have dried, then I would mount my photos. If you have 5 or 6 and you're making a collage, I'd probably do them one at a time, so you can take your time. If you spray down the whole piece with adhesive, you might feel rushed to place them all down before the glue dries. If you do it one at time, you can give each photo the attention it deserves :)
Then I would burnish each one after placing it - lay a piece of paper over top and use a brayer or even your hand or something smooth and flat to really make sure the photo is bonded to the wood and that there are no air pockets. Then once all the photos are down, you can give it a final burnish. Then I'd resin it! :)
Are you doing art resin on a canvas? Is it safe to do that?
Yes! Thats what we were made to do :). We prefer the stability of a cradled wood panel, but if you are pouring over a stretched canvas just slide some cardboard in the back to give it some support to prevent it from sagging under the weight of the resin.
wouldn't you have a better bond if you spray mounted both the paper and the panel?
Hi Ruth - sorry I didn't see your comment until now!
Spraying both sides won't necessarily create a better bond - sometimes using too much adhesive can actually have the opposite effect and it won't dry properly because there is too thick of a layer.
From what I understand, if you spray both paper and panel, you should wait a bit until it gets to the tacky dry stage, and then mount it.
Always best to experiment first - if you try it, let us know how it works!
Can you use poly acrylic?
Yes you can, just make sure it is fully dry prior to applying ArtResin :)
@@Artresin should I lightly sand? And thanks for your videos and response.
@@gmoney8087 if it is glossy it is a good idea
@@Artresin thx
What kind of picture are you suppose to use can you use a matte finish should it be gloss and do you use any finish like mod podge
Hi there! Great questions - you can use either matte or gloss finish. We find that gloss tends to work a little better in the sense that you don't typically need a sealant - the gloss finish allows the resin to simply sit on top and tends not to absorb at all. Sometimes a matte paper might absorb the ArtResin, so we recommend sealing matte photos first. You can use any sealant designed for photos - your art supply store should carry a selection you can choose from. You can use a spray sealant for photos like Krylon or similar, or go all the way up to a product like Glamour2 which is an archival quality brush on sealant. As long as you ensure it dries clear, it's up to you!
Always test first however ... sometimes there can be a reaction between the ArtResin and the ink which can create tiny bubbles. Testing allows you to see what kind of results you can expect before you resin your final project. And whether you use matte or gloss paper, you can never go wrong by erring on the side of caution and sealing.
Hope this helps!
What kind of panels are you using?
Hi Raul, we use cradled wood panels. You can find them at most art retailers or online. They really work well to support the weight of the resin.
Nice demonstration there, thanks. I'd like to ask, if you were to sell that finished artwork how much you collect for it?
THere's no need to seal the picture first ?
Yes you will want to seal the photo first. Take a look at our blog on photographs www.artresin.com/blogs/artresin/how-to-resin-a-glossy-photo
I just made one but picture started to lose the colours :(
Since all photo paper varies in quality, it's a good idea to test first before you resin your final project so that you know exactly what to expect. You may find that your photo needs to be sealed before you apply the resin.
@@Artresin would you be able to recommend a sealer? I want to be sure the pictures aren't ruined over time.
@@andressalazar4112 Krylon makes some good spray sealants. I would just be sure that the sealant is fully dried and cure before applying your resin on top :)
Where is the best place online to order the wood frames? I am having a hard time finding anything that size.
You can find wood boards like the one Dave used at your local art store or online. You are looking for Cradled Wood Painting Panels and they will come in a variety of sizes.
Could you please share any exacto knife techniques for removing excess photo from the edges with precision, as you did in this video? I've done more than 10 mounted images using art resin and whenever using an exacto knife, I end up cutting into the frame or not having a straight cut.
I think a steady hand, a sharp blade and going slowly is the best approach
ArtResin my hands are steady and blade is sharp. I think it's more of an angle thing. Could you explain blade angle technique?
Hi there - to be honest, we don't really employ any sort of special technique. Not sure if Google or UA-cam might provide some more answers for you on precision cutting. Hope this helps!
ArtResin okay. I appreciate the time it took to respond. I know you guys are busy. Thank you
Can you describe the adhesive? Its used for what mostly? Im not from USA,so i have problems to define different kind of things just by the name. For example i didnt know what would it be the equivalent of mode podge in my country. I hope you understand what i mean. Thanks.
Hi Bob - you can use a variety of adhesives to mount a print to a wood panel. You can use a spray adhesive, you can use a brush on adhesive ( like a white school glue ... ModPodge is similar to this ) or you can use a glue stick. We use all three here. The most important thing is to choose a glue that dries clear and choose one that is safe for photos/prints/paper. It's also important to make sure that the entire surface of the panel gets a coat of glue so that you don't end up with bare spots. Use a brayer tool as Dave suggests in the video to ensure that the print is bonded to the panel and that there is nothing lifting off.
where did you get those wood panels ?
bob hosie Amazon... (just search “wood panel”) or a craft / art supply store would likely have them as well.
Great video!...but what are the little roller things called? And where can I find them?
Hey Mike - those are called brayers. You can find them in art supply stores ... they use them for making lino prints. Anyone at the art store will be able to help you find them!
This video is awesome
I tried to use resin on a photo and it kind of ruined the photo (it made it look wet and blotchy ) Do you know what I could do the fix this? Thanks :)
I would suggest using a sealant on your photos prior to resining. This can prevent things like bubbles or bleeding of the ink. www.artresin.com/blogs/artresin/should-i-seal-my-artwork-before-i-resin
Can I use a heatgun instead of a torch?
Hi Michelle!
Absolutely you can use a heatgun - we just prefer the torch. For small pieces we like the butane powered kitchen torch ( like you'd use for creme brulee ) and for large pieces we always use a propane torch.
We are all about efficiency and in our opinion, nothing beats that direct flame for really getting rid of bubbles :)
The flame also helps to get rid of surface dust too!
Hard Local Creations I.
great info! Did you use a glossy photo - or matte - or does it matter since the resin will cover it.
That's a great question, Barb - and in fact, glossy prints are actually a little better at allowing the resin to sit on top rather than soaking in ... so we always suggest glossy photos over matte :)
Loved it
Where’s part 2? I’m having trouble finding it?
Hi there - ha, I'm not 100% sure that Dave filmed a part 2, but here's a video Rebecca made on how to mount a photo the same way, and she resins it in this video too. Hope this helps!
ua-cam.com/video/-yvFH6foJog/v-deo.html
Do u need a sealant on photo paper.?
Depends on the photo paper - some paper, especially glossy, allows the resin to sit on top, but some paper can absorb the resin. Sealing is a good precaution, but testing first will let you know for sure :)
this guy is GREAT
You are the only one that explains how to do the sides, thank you
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TYTY exactly what I was searching for amazing ty so much
Wao wao
you said it was canvas, but it looks like a photo print
We wish we had the original canvas of the Mona Lisa!
Yes, you're right - it's just a photo ;)
I never saw you sexy entrepreneurs on Dragon's Den, what the heck!
wooha!
That showed me everything that I needed to know. Thank you.
Linda Schmid that's awesome and an amazing coincidence :) I filmed this the other day before you asked :)
Let me know if you run into anything else where a video could be helpful please :) Always looking to make videos that answer questions people have!
ArtResin I also do watercolors and I would like to resin them. They would need to be glued to a board but the watercolor paper is thicker than a photo. Do I need to use some regular glue in order to keep it flat and stuck on the board. I'm sure the glue stick would not work and probably not the spray. Have you done this with a watercolor? They are framed not but I love the resin affect better.
Linda Schmid
glad you asked :) this is a video how I did a watercolor of mine: just ONE way to do it but it worked well :)
ua-cam.com/video/CxU1YmcChXg/v-deo.html
ArtResin Thank you. I can hardly wait to resin my watercolors. I guess just Elmer's glue will hold the paper down to the board so that is what I am going to do. You have been so helpful.