Thank you Steve! Very nicely done. I look forward to the more detailed videos on the process of stretching canvas. If they are as clearly presented and well illustrated as this overview, they will be well worth viewing and keeping for future reference. I am not a stranger to stretching prepared canvas, but other than a few not-so-successful attempts I've avoided preparing the stretched canvas myself. This video makes me consider giving it another shot. (PS, I followed Carolyn's link on Fine Art Views to get here. She is far and away my favorite writer on that site.)
Thank you, California Painter, for your encouraging comments on both this video and Carolyn's writing (I will let her know). I am in the finishing stages now of the first of two stretched canvas clips, and should have the next one ready for Carolyn's next column. I'm glad you're reconsidering giving the canvas stretching a try -- looking back, we all have a number of unsuccessful efforts at whatever we put our hand to, and those efforts have their purpose. A frustrating purpose, I agree, but a worthwhile one.
Yes, Denise, Carolyn will write an article in her Fine Art Studio column announcing the videos as they are ready. I am putting the finishing touches on the second of two videos on creating the stretcher bars, and those will be featured in the next to FASO posts. The first of those videos is up now, and is up on the FREE Videos page of my website -- stevehendersonfineart.com/page/3577/free-videos I am next putting my attention to the instructions on stretching (a popular topic, I am finding).
Are you an artist who is tired of buying your canvases, pre-made at the art store? My new video, free on youtube, gives you an overview of the process, with future how-to videos on building your own stretcher bar, stretching the canvas, and sizing and priming the subsurface presently in production. ruclips.net/video/jOxfo4SKBqM/видео.html #diy #canvas #artist #howto #oilpainting #instruction #youtube #video
a well done and highly informational video! I'm wondering what you think of painting on paper. My art professor claims that in the past canvas was the better surface but nowadays there are high quality papers that are preferable. What's you take on that?
Jutta, yes, paper can be used, although I would differ with the opinion that it is superior. I have painted on paper and find it is good for its affordability, smooth surface but compared to canvas it is very fragile. Just keep in mind that no matter the surface it must be sized and/or primed or it will deteriorate over time. Chau.
Hi +Victoria Ravdin -- this link should take you to my page where the three stretched canvas videos are -- ruclips.net/channel/UCLDSqqlrMfqfImtK31opx0Q
Thank you Steve! Very nicely done. I look forward to the more detailed videos on the process of stretching canvas. If they are as clearly presented and well illustrated as this overview, they will be well worth viewing and keeping for future reference. I am not a stranger to stretching prepared canvas, but other than a few not-so-successful attempts I've avoided preparing the stretched canvas myself. This video makes me consider giving it another shot.
(PS, I followed Carolyn's link on Fine Art Views to get here. She is far and away my favorite writer on that site.)
Thank you, California Painter, for your encouraging comments on both this video and Carolyn's writing (I will let her know). I am in the finishing stages now of the first of two stretched canvas clips, and should have the next one ready for Carolyn's next column. I'm glad you're reconsidering giving the canvas stretching a try -- looking back, we all have a number of unsuccessful efforts at whatever we put our hand to, and those efforts have their purpose. A frustrating purpose, I agree, but a worthwhile one.
Great videos Steve
Looking forward to your instructions on stretching! Will Carolyn announce when the new videos are ready?
Yes, Denise, Carolyn will write an article in her Fine Art Studio column announcing the videos as they are ready. I am putting the finishing touches on the second of two videos on creating the stretcher bars, and those will be featured in the next to FASO posts. The first of those videos is up now, and is up on the FREE Videos page of my website -- stevehendersonfineart.com/page/3577/free-videos I am next putting my attention to the instructions on stretching (a popular topic, I am finding).
Are you an artist who is tired of buying your canvases, pre-made at the art store? My new video, free on youtube, gives you an overview of the process, with future how-to videos on building your own stretcher bar, stretching the canvas, and sizing and priming the subsurface presently in production.
ruclips.net/video/jOxfo4SKBqM/видео.html
#diy #canvas #artist #howto #oilpainting #instruction #youtube #video
a well done and highly informational video! I'm wondering what you think of painting on paper. My art professor claims that in the past canvas was the better surface but nowadays there are high quality papers that are preferable. What's you take on that?
Jutta, yes, paper can be used, although I would differ with the opinion that it is superior. I have painted on paper and find it is good for its affordability, smooth surface but compared to canvas it is very fragile. Just keep in mind that no matter the surface it must be sized and/or primed or it will deteriorate over time. Chau.
Hello. I actually don't see the second part of this video (don't know about the third yet). Is there a link for it?
Hi +Victoria Ravdin -- this link should take you to my page where the three stretched canvas videos are -- ruclips.net/channel/UCLDSqqlrMfqfImtK31opx0Q
Hello. What is the ratio of gelatin to water you use for your size layer?
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