The next phase of the project is the priming. After the canvas is totally dry sand lightly to remove the fuzzy fibers that have lifted on the surface of the fabric. Lay the canvas flat and begin the priming process on the back. Once more, remove the staples from the corners. Using a brush apply the primer to the fabric leaving the staples off … [Read more...] about French Prime Time, Egyptian Style
Robert Doak
Priming Canvases Part #2
Several readers asked more questions about the steps following the rabbit skin glue application during the process of priming linen. After the glue has dried, usually 24 hours is a good bet, I sand the surface of the linen very lightly with a fine grit sandpaper block. If you run the palm of your hand over the surface, you will feel the … [Read more...] about Priming Canvases Part #2
Comparisons
top left: flake white + vermilion Robert Doak (tube) top right: cinnabar Monte Amiata Italy Sinopia + flake white (dry pigment with linseed) bottom left: flake white + vermilion Rublev Natural Pigments (dry pigment with linseed) bottom right: cinnabar Rublev Natural Pigments + flake … [Read more...] about Comparisons