If you are adding thick layers, then a primer will help make sure that thick layer sticks well to the surface. They will be finished with clear lacquer (I’m guessing)). Unfortunately the only way to fix what you have now, is to sand off all the way back to the wood and start over. I spray when there is heavy relief texture and/or the piece is small. 2. Using gloss brings out the colors more than using a satin or matte. Are you asking what you can use to seal it prior to painting, or to varnish it over the painting? Your email address will not be published. This is what artist says about this piece: I had a customer request a 28” Windmill so she could turn it into a clock. There is no easy application (!) Priming would be an additional step, after sealing, that would be beneficial to painting with any type of paint. Matte varnishes contain a white powder that may not work well over the old painting. I actually think that’s the first time ive ever referred to myself as an artist. It is so helpful. The best part is they are very light in weight. Hi Would you recommend using “Gamblin’s Gamvar or Golden’s MSA Varnish (for brush applying) or their Archival Varnish (spray application)” on a fine art piece from 1944. Thanks for the info. It will sink into the wood but won’t keep out moisture – which is the main purpose of a sealer. Thank you for enlightening me on the subject. Your email address will not be published. Follow my instructions in this article for preparation of the wood. You could skip filling in the cracks to create a smooth mural surface if that isn’t important to you. Drying times can vary. I like Gamblin’s Gamvar or Golden’s MSA Varnish (for brush applying) or their Archival Varnish (spray application). Let the wood surface dry completely before proceeding to the other side. You will make it slightly matte doing this, but there is no white powder added to this process, and therefore if you applied gloss over it again, the matte effect will disappear. This piece is called “accidental contact” fitting for the time we are in right now, and also because of the fact that my lines accidentally collided in one small area. A medium dries permanent, while a fine art varnish, as I just described, is removable. Raw wood panels need to be sealed prior to priming and painting, to keep moisture from getting to the wood which causes warping and other damage. It sounds like you are trying to seal and prime using one product and one application. So once you purchase a wood panel you need to do two important steps before painting: seal to keep out moisture, and then prime to strengthen adhesion between the paint and wood panel. If not, then this could also be a reason for warping. I’m glad you are finding my articles helpful for your work. It’s very subtle but it’s there. You can also use a polyurethane. It even has a table that’s supposed to tell the reader what steps to take for each material that is to be painted on but I’m struggling with some of it. If you want to add some tooth, lightly sand the glossy surface. If you have questions, we have answers! Picture driving on a brisk winter morning. That is correct. Add life to any space with custom landscape paintings on wood panels. If you are lucky enough to have wood working machinery, you can make wood panels yourself. I loved this article, thank you so much for writing it! Since it is for placemats and not fine art paintings, I recommend you follow all the steps you mentioned, except once you are finished pouring, and the placemats are all complete, I suggest using a commercial product meant for kitchen counters – like a polyurethane for a final sealing coat over the whole project – paint, cork and MDF. Wood absorbs the moisture in acrylic paint, but a gesso layer is highly recommended on wood to prevent that process. Then lastly I flip the painting face up, wipe it with a damp rag and varnish it. The reason for my rambling is that many artists confuse the products and functions of sealing with priming – and they are very different. 4. Thanks for your help 1. The next step in how to varnish an acrylic painting: Lay the painting flat while varnishing, and make sure it's in a place where it can lie flat and undisturbed for a few hours while the varnish dries.If you try to varnish the painting while it's hanging on a wall, for example, the varnish will just run down the canvas and drip all over the floor. If it was pre-gessoed by the manufacturer, then this is not a brand you should use for acrylic. The only doubt I have right now is that after about 5 days, the surface does not seem “kitchen counter” or “glass surface” dry. I see you’ve got a lot of comments, I’d be here all day if I were to comb through each page – so apologies if my question has been asked before. Also, as for a good gloss varnish, would a resin be the best which would give me heat protection for my placemats? You need to apply what’s called an “isolation coat”. It’s special thin formulation of polymer acrylic, applied over the wood, soaks in quickly and minimizes brushstrokes and texture. For information on outdoor projects, such as murals on wood, read this article. Kilz is both a sealer and primer, so yes you can use Kilz without gesso for overpainting with acrylic paints. Thank you for an excellent explanation of how to star painting on wood. Ampersand makes great panels of good quality. From shop panelvision. There seems to be a slight tackiness or rubbery feel to it when I press slightly with my the palm of my hand, or handle the panel with my hands. These should not darken the wood, even though that is not an issue for you. I have two issues with commercially made wood panels. It usually needs to be glossy (or non-absorbent) to properly protect the surface by creating a barrier. The inevitable questions about plywood include “How do I pick a quality panel for my paintings?” (assuming you’re looking for quality) and “How do I prepare the panels for painting?” A panel good enough for an artist to use should have one side (call it A) whose surface is smooth and free of knots, voids, plugs, and seams. When painting on acrylic, keep in mind that thick layers of paint may take a while to dry. Finished with professional gloss spray with UV I suggest Golden’s Polymer Varnish Gloss. But have you ever consider using Wood instead of Canvas? Oil painters must seal wood to stop any acidic oil in the paint from penetrating into the wood support, which can cause wood fibers to rot. Thank you, Nancy! These are some of the amazing examples of Acrylic Pouring on Wood. I have a video about this that will best answer your question. I am new to wood and teaching myself and still get tripped up. Brush applications would work if the texture is slight. Click here for a great article that clears up any confusion between the two. A clear gesso means it has no pigment in it. I show you how to use gesso to prime a canvas, wood panel, or masonite for oil painting. The backs of my paintings are handled the same way I do the fronts and sides. Sealing it with three layers of GAC 100 should keep it from warping unless the wood wasn’t cured before making the panels and still contains moisture. Hi Amethyst, Both application processes require some practice. I am not familiar with Modge Podge or Frank T Ross. It is probably very dry at this point, if it hasn’t been restored since then, so adding a varnish would be a good idea for protection, avoiding any future cracking and reducing any color fading. To seal prior to painting use any gloss acrylic medium. An acrylic paint sealer is an important step in order to achieve a successful painting project. If you’re interested in learning more about acrylic pouring check out some of our popular guides to help you get started and master the art! The pigment is an important ingredient for this purpose. From your first brushstroke to your ultimate masterpiece – this course has it all. Like C-R Cement. Yes you would follow the same procedure – sealing twice with a sealer (not a primer). Like I said in my previous post, I’m patient and never in a hurry, usually preparing panels months before actually applying my first brush stroke, so I’ll let it cure for a while and go from there. I brush apply when the piece is large. Hope this helps answer your questions. And, I plan to do another acrylic pour. Wood is stronger and more durable than the fabric of canvas or linen, and is therefore more archival. They have UV protection to keep colors from fading, and for conservation purposes can be removed so the painting can be cleaned, and then the varnish is replaced. I’m encouraged by the results in the last two days and I think you hit it on the nail when you said it could be environmental. Then I prime all the same areas with white Gesso. Second coat seemed to go fine. Here are some answers to your questions. If not, you may want to apply an acrylic gloss medium over the canvas back to keep any moisture entering the painting through the back. Thank you so much for this detailed run-down! You want to make sure you get UV protection somewhere in those layers, and also the topcoat is weatherproof, waterproof and as durable as you can find. I want to do acrylic pours over the fronts. I recommend Golden’s Polymer Varnish, which comes in a variety of sheens – gloss, matte and satin. If the product is removable and has UV protection (and these will be listed on the product’s label) then it is probably a fine art archival varnish. Acrylic Pouring Supplies Guide: All You Need to Know! I’m just curious as to how you would tidy up the back of the panel to prepare it for hanging? If your first layer of paint (you are using your run off paint from a pour) is thinly applied, or thin in consistency it will probably adhere well to the sealed wood. A general rule is to apply at least two coats of sealer directly onto the raw wood to protect the wood. Ampersand is the only company I know of that uses the proper gesso to seal under acrylic, and with good adhesion. From shop sofielove $ 225.00 FREE shipping Favorite Add to Two-pack 10" X 10" Artist Wood Painting Panels Deep cradle panelvision. Again at work on break, so I just wanted to quick answer. It helped to place that beige/sand before the black for sure and the base was a white silk satin house paint. Wood panel is 11 x 14. This varnish is non-toxic and can be thinned with water. Hi Tom, Acrylic Pouring Ratio Guide: How much paint, how much medium to use? You can also opt to use a commercial stain sealer like Kilz found in home improvement stores. Gessos add adhesion strength and are made with white pigment because these pigment particles add gripping power. Over twenty years into my art making adventures and every time I read one of your blogs I learn something new and helpful and find lots of inspiration! Visit Nancy’s Youtube If I am trying to allow the grain of the wood to show through on the painting, should I not gesso and just seal it? Nancy. Sealers I use such as acrylic gloss medium, and GAC 100 are both clear. I already have a commercial linseed oil, so would that be a good option or would you recommend something different? But the wooden surface has to be prepared before painting it and sealed after painting it correctly in order to ensure the longevity of the paint job. Wood spacer bars are attached to the backs for extra structural integrity, and to add interest to the presentation by moving the painted panel 3/4″ away from the wall when hung. I layer resin and paint in my pieces where sometimes, there are up to 20-30 layers of resin… I actually paint on the resined surface. Bring your visions to life on canvas! I will be painting them with oils for indoor use. Once you prepare your panel following the instructions in this article, you can then paint on the wood. I too have found the surface to be a bit tacky at times. oz containers and were easy to rotate in my hand for easy mixing so the possibility of the contents being separated in the container was virtually impossible after mixing. Please add more details (type and brand of panel and gesso, what you used to remove the paint, how did it peel – small amount or more?) But happy . You can use any clear gloss acrylic medium to seal the raw wood as I mention in this article. I am planning a piece on wood box that will be handled frequently. 5 out of 5 stars (101) 101 reviews $ 26.00. Hi Adrian, It sounds like your gesso did not adhere properly to the panel support. (5) Wipe the surfaces clean with a slightly damp rag after sanding or vaccum, then apply a second coat of sealer. Another consideration is the back of the painting. If you are painting with acrylic, then you will need to do two steps over your finished painting. Oil isn’t really a sealer. You can use different brushes for varying wood surfaces, like a flat brush used for painting around curves and a small round brush used for precision painting. (505) 577-8447 Unique pour with white winding through the colors. For acrylic painters, one coat of a better quality gesso, such as GOLDEN’s Gesso, will add adhesion strength between the sealed wood and your first layer of acrylic paint. GOLDEN still says both work fine. So it’s easy to get just a drop. In my 30+ years, my surfaces have always been bone dry before applying the gesso. Gesso is a white pigmented product that enhances adhesion. This is the process I use each and every time I do an oil painting. After painting apply another sealing coat using the same product you used to first seal the wood. Instead it is merely a clear medium masquerading as a gesso. Its a relief painting/sculpture … it has a couple of linear cracks. Or, the gesso is properly applied but you are using something too strong to remove the paint. Then over these sealer layers when dry, apply primer to (1) enhance adhesion (2) return tooth to the surface, and (3) whiten the surface for optimizing paint colors applied over it. The gesso Michael’s house brand. Once dry I flip my painting over onto foam to protect it, and touch up the sides and back with more gesso in case paint got splattered on them. I am actually painting a large piece of plywood with a Christmas scene using acrylic paints. Quick question: I bought a regular piece of smooth plywood stained it and applied a clear gesso and it isn’t drying clear. The slightest blemish on an original piece of artwork may be enough to … Hi nancy, It is fine for use with your oil paints, to add to a paint color to make it more transparent. I often extend drying periods between steps because I’m overly cautious and in no hurry. If wood is not sized or sealed properly before applying the gesso, yellowing can occur because water [a solvent] can cause acids, occurring naturally in wood, to migrate to the surface. I recommend not using linseed oil as a sealer. $ 185.00 – $ 490.00 Oil painters must seal wood to stop any acidic oil in the paint from penetrating into the wood support, which can cause wood fibers to rot. When you are finished painting you would need to apply a final topcoat of varnish. However, all you really need to do is prime the panel face that will be painted. In this article, we’ll teach you some techniques on how to use acrylic paint on wood and seal it. First of all, the GAC100 came in 8 fl. Thank you for the informative article! That product is a medium, and they are using the word varnish in a mis-leading way. Adding a primer (over a sealed wood surface) is not necessary but can add an important element to your layering. The panel should be sanded smooth so your paint is absorbed evenly and you are not at risk of getting slivers while you work. I’m new to painting on wood panels and am very excited to go out and buy all the supplies I’ll need before I can get started. I work in large sizes and this makes it easier to work in my studio and much cheaper to ship them to clients and galleries. Home Depot, Walmart or other paint suppliers all carry clear gloss sprays that should work well. Thank you. Could this be because of the actual nature of the GAC100 product. I still prefer to use the GAC100 because it is thin and doesn’t create brushstrokes like the Gloss Medium. Dear Ellen, Any wood can be used although some are more convenient for paint … Acrylic Pour on Wood Wood is another favorite material for acrylic pour painters. Ampersand’s collection of unprimed wood panels, the Natural Wood Panel, Unprimed Basswood and Hardbord are excellent substrates for all types of oil primers and acrylic gesso grounds. Thank you Nancy! Here is a link to the video I mentioned: https://youtu.be/7Rv0pOyHnOU, Is there a clear sealer for wood if it won’t be completely covered with paint? Thanks. Don’t forget to add a layer of coating, varnish or sealer over your acrylic paint to protect the paint from peeling, flaking, or chipping off. Join Nancy’s mailing list to subscribe to her blogposts & newsletter. Acrylic paint is inexpensive, easy to find, and simple to use. Gesso is opaque and will cover the grain. Priming usually uses Gesso – which is matte, and absorbent, and this is important because the main function of priming is to add adhesion strength between surface and the first paint layer applied. Nancy. But this artist has done an amazing job by using a mixture of black, silver, and turquoise. Products called “Clear Primers” are merely acrylic mediums as I mentioned before. I like to work large and in sizes that are not standard. I know it’s probably going to be difficult for you to make an assessment without being able to touch the panel surface in person, but maybe you can give me an answer from afar. This is important to keep the wood from warping. The second step is optional. Blues, reds, greens, white and gold blend to make this a unique painting. This is a mixture of 1:1 an acrylic gloss gel with water. (2) Lay the panel flat on a table, propping it up several inches on all four corners with jars, wood props, etc to allow for wiping away any drips, and ease of application. Varnishing is tricky and I do recommend reading the articles prior to purchasing anything. Liquitex has a product called “Gloss medium & varnish”. See if anyone working there can find a topcoat product with UV protection to keep your colors from fading outdoors in the sun. The lesser quality primer, though, does not have a high pigment content for extra adhesion strength that acrylic paints require. Second, I thought I may have applied too thick a second coat, but I know I applied as thin a coat as possible. Dear Jenny, Sounds like a fun project! Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Required fields are marked *, Our Facebook Group is the largest in the world with over 95,000 fluid artists. Is there a way to fix this? As an example, my custom panel measuring 30″ x 40″ weighs 7.5 pounds. So sealing is important regardless of whether you will paint on it, leave it as is, or paint using ink, watercolor, acrylic or oil. Once the gesso is dry to the touch it is ready for applications of acrylic paint. This will make the painting all glossy so that the final top coat of varnish that goes on next, will sit evenly on top. She currently lives in Santa Fe, NM. You can skip this step if you don’t want to cover the grain. I use a few very thin coats of resin to seal the surface, and then begin painting. If the grain is still expanding with applications of Gesso this may indicate that somehow your three coats of GAC 100 are not sufficient, or not applied correctly as per the reasons I mentioned above. I think the answer is environmental. I am an acrylics fan so that will be the type of paint I use. Gesso is a secondary step (first step is to seal with a clear coat) meant to add adhesion between the wood and your first coat of paint. While acrylic painters do not have this same issue, sealing is still an important step for using acrylic paint on wood, to eliminate Support Induced Discoloration (SID). 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