Canvas: What Artists Need To Know, What is the Best? Why do you have to get the best?
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- In this video, Stefan Baumann discusses what makes a good canvas and what to look for. The best on the market is Masterpiece Canvas and he describes why they are in this video.
This video is about Central Focal Point in achieving a strong painting that has power and interest. #AllaPrima #PleinAir #StefanBaumann #OilPainting Baumann also talks about the effects of light in a painting and how to use hard and soft brush strokes to achieve a good outcome.
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PBS artist Stefan Baumann Plein Air travels on location oil painting outdoors into the wilderness of Yosemite, Grand Canyon Yellowstone demonstrates how to choose oil painting brushes for artists and discusses how to select and clean them. Here you see Baumann teaching a group of artists the basics of choosing your oil painting brushes. You can get more information on Stefan Baumann and his classes and workshops by visiting his website, while you are there receive a complementary Free Book! www.StefanBaumann.com - Jak na to + styl
Your tools make all the difference but don't let quality stop you from creating. Start with whatever tools you've got available and invest as you can. Blessings friends
Well said! :)
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I'm not an artist and I definitely don't know anything about painting, but I found this so interesting that I watched the full 25-minute video.
The world of art would practically be dead without Purists like this ... Awesome man / teacher & Artist !!
Unshackled Spirit Thanks
@@Kevin_Harte WHy just buy the canvas already done
Stefan you are sharing gold for free on youtube. Thank you for your teachings!
you are welcome
Basquiat painted on old doors because he didn’t have money to buy a canvas. Don’t let any low budget canvas stop you from expressing yourself.
Agreed. I have recently gone from hobbyist to aspiring professional, and have started upgrading all my supplies. Makes a huge difference!
When I went to college and told I needed to make my own frames stretch the canvas, I was lucky that there was a canvas shop in town. My brother made the frames with sturdy wood, and nearly 50 years later, they have stood the test of time. I have no idea what gesso was made of back then.
Dang, watching these videos shows me how much I need to learn.
Thank you for doing these videos. I just learned that a lot of the problem I have with getting the paint to do what I want is that I'm fighting cheap canvases. I took thorough notes and will cherish this info. My motto is that old standby, "If it's worth doing, do it right."
I am so glad I watched this video! Thank you for the eye opening knowledge.
This mans voice is so soothing so soft I fell asleep after just a few minutes..had to find it again to watch.
Stefan - you are amazing - so full of knowledge and very articulate - but you talk with such a lovely cadence and emotion and with humor that I could listen to you all day. Thanks for this brilliant channel - Alison
I could listen all day - Stefan is a rare talent and great personality!
I would love to have both of you in my class
Stefan Baumann Oh how I wish I could be there :)
Exactly......I just found him and have watched over 10 of his videos in the last 24 hours and couldn't have used better words for the way he talks!
Alison Fennell So agree. I am sad that it's nearing midnight and I have to stop watching his videos cos I gotta work tomorrow.
It’s about money. Quality costs. I’ve used Belgian linen, Russian canvas and linen.
Masterpiece is a great product but expensive. When I sell I use only quality.
I’ve also found 3-4 coats of gesso makes a difference.
I just painted a really good piece using rough linen but putting four coats of gesso.
It turned out great.
where do I buy it?
I RECOMEND MDF board for anything smaller then 26x 36 and outo primer
You are a Legend. Im now officially using Masterpiece Canvas only. I hadnt realised how much cheap canvases have effected my work. It makes sense when you think about it. Thank you brother. Your videos are by far the best on art I have seen. Beyond helpful.
Thank you, your tutorial was very informative.
I learned the difference in the canvas, of course , the choice is to each his own.
Looking forward to more of your videos! Again thanks.
Fantastic Series Mr Baumann! I've been going through your videos and really getting some great information - much appreciated!!!
excellent instructor. very accessible explanations. i thank Stefan Baumann for sharing his expertise. Truly yours, Georgina
It's so wonderful to come across your instruction. Thank you!
Marvellous! Just what I wanted to know for starting off with acrylic paint. I got myself two WInsor & Newton canvases and am looking forward to learn how they fit in the descriptions here. I wish more people shared their experiences like this!
Hi Stefan, as always, you are so patient with folks who chatter all the way through your teaching. I am always amazed how patient you are, ...something I have personal experience of... thank you. And thank you , so much, for sharing your wonderful knowledge and talent! ...shame about this years Florence. PLEASE,be safe and stay well. ❣️😷🏴👩🏼🎨🎨
Awesome information. Great overview. Really appreciate you sharing your knowledge.
Thank you for sharing! As a self taught artist these videos are like gold!
This is great info. I just recently discovered I can paint and my first self portrait, in which I did for an oil painting class final exam, was a hit in my city unbeknownst to me. Now I have people wanting to see my next project. I am very wet behind the ears. Thank you
Thanks, well done. Much appreciated.
Love your videos. Very informative.
Thank you for the fantastic information you provided! 🙏
Stefan, another great video and super information. Thanks.
Hi Stefan.This video was very informative. Thank you so much for sharing.
Outstanding
Thank you so much for these videos. i have recently picked up oil painting and your teaching has helped me immensely!
Thanks
I am returning to my love of art after half a lifetime. Enjoying your content, Stefan.
Welcome back Maybe you should look into my Zoom program
Thank you for sharing such wonderful information. I learned some new things and look forward to watching your other videos to learn more.
Keep on watching there are a lot of videos with a lot of information and I am always posting
Insightful! Thank you very much.
Great videos! I just love how straightforward you are.
Thanks
This is amazing. I'm learning about painting. Great explanations!
So glad I ran into this person ! As a new artist this guy is insane! I watched the pricing vid now this and I’ll watch them all! Thank you for this information
And thanks the all mighty god for seeing me in my beginning way and direct me to the right place !!
Thanks for the kind words, you rock! I'm out here to get you started in painting. I have coaching and a Patreon station that would be a better way to start painting than watching lots of videos. you can go to www.StefanBaumann.com or just give me a call, 415-606-9074. As a beginner artist its not only the mighty god that is looking out for you, I also am here to help!
@@StefanBaumann You’re a legend much appreciated! Be blessed brother !🙏🏽❤️
thanks, your videos are colossally informative.
Six months ago, I started painting again after a 10-year hiatus. I bought some decent canvasses through Blick for my larger work, and off-the-shelf canvasses from Hobby Lobby for smaller work. The surface was not ideal, so I put on an additional 3 coats of gesso on these small canvasses (11X14, 12X16) with a 4" roller and pan, lightly sanding them in-between coats. Yes. They were not as tight as I'd hoped, but I painted the back of the canvass with latex paint to help take up the slack. I know! Was all that work worth it? I used to stretch my own canvass back in the day so besides living on a fixed income, I enjoy the process of 'prepping' before executing. I really appreciate your commentary on the overall quality of the canvass as well. Nothing speaks louder than "CHEAP!" You reminded me to take that into consideration. Thanks!
Such great information. Happy that I found your videos. I taught art to primary age children for 3 yrs. I was given an 'unlimited' budget, so I ordered pretty good materials. One of the aims that I had was to offer simplified explanations to the kids about the materials they were using. One of the parents remarked to me at a PTA meeting once (their children must have shared the comments I made) "I never learned about paper, paints or drawing when I was a kid." My reply to her, "I never did either."
Love this video! I learned so much from this. I will definitely be using the better canvas by Masterpiece. It's degrades your art by cutting corners and purchasing the cheaper canvases.
very interesting to watch. I learnt a lot about canvases! Thanks
Can't tear my eyes from the "Lando Calrissian" outfit. Can I get one of those at "Chess King"?!!
I totally forgot about those stores, thanks for the reference--nailed it!
The cool thing is you can wear it to any Star Wars themed event, or a Renaissance Fair...just shove some feathers in your hair and carry a long bow or pan flute.
Masterpiece canvas looks sooooooo sooooooooo pretty, and "sounds" so good. OMG. i love it. lol.
I'm 85 years old and I'm basically a self taught portrait artist. I've been rendering pastel portraits for about fifty years now and love my profession.
My pastel portraits are highly realistic and I have a huge following; however,I always wanted to learn how to paint in oils,unfortunately the pastel portraits took up all of my time and left me no time to get the experience or know how with oils.
Today for the first time I came across your Web-Site on my I- Pad and was greatly impressed by your videos and the coverage you gave everything. You explained everything from A-Z in great detail for me and for everyone!
Thank you for your ability to teach so well, as for me your an answer to my prays.
Angelo Calamuso
Oh Mr Angelo so u started when you were in your 30's ? I am in my 50 ''s is it too late to start learning the craft of painting? sir
+ricardo Garcia - No! It's never too late!! Do it!
I'm not a formally trained artist and videos like these are highly insightful. Thanks for sharing.
Your welcome
brilliant , very useful info on product quality. 👍👍
thanks
Stefan, You are a great artist and a dignified teacher. It is a joy to hear you talk. God bless you.
Thanks
great tips
These vids are so good Ive got like four pages of notes from two vids.
Thank you so much i struggle at the beginning of a painting with cheap canvas. i notice after layers my brush flows and the paint is lovely. The high quality canvas will be good from the start. Thank you, thank you.
40markava Let me know how it works for you
Let me play this 5 more times , i'm learning something here , let me take some notes. Good video.
I've used them and are the best specially the Elite series.
Van Gogh painted on burlap, in many instances. It doesn't make his works any less of masterpieces. One can have the most high quality linen, the most expensive brushes and paints but if there is no artistry, it'll be irrelevant. Real artists can show their craftsmanship on virtually anything.
+Fabrizio Aldonne Well lets see some of yours
I've been building my own stretchers and stretching my own canvas since 1995. This is a good introduction. You can save A LOT of money building your own, with a small initial investment in some power tools.
Can be done with hand tools if they're sharp and a bit of skill is developed. Paul Sellers is an excellent online teacher of these skills were accuracy and sharpness make everything easier. Could be an excellent sideline for a picture framing outlet.
I’m about to go in for my first linen canvas in a decade and I definitely practiced on triple primed gesso from Michaels - with common cheap acrylic paint. I’m not taking it to a prestigious gallery. I’m definitely selling it at like an inclusive art fair or using it for my home or taking pictures of it abs making digital works to print on gallery level photography.
Good Job
Thank you so very much. I've taken 80 hrs of art classes in college and have learned more from watching you than in all that time. Looking forward to watching more of your lessons and improving my work.
Karlyn Holloway If you have any questions please just contact me
Stefan Baumann Thanks I will
I'm inlove
Thanks for good information! It's been 10 years that I did not touch anything, and I forgot everything, but you helped me to remember some stuff! And learn sooooo many new stuff! Thanks again!
+nayri yakob Your welcome
great job👍🏼
gabriel rouseff Thanks
...I learned something very important today
helpful!
Hi Stefan - I love your videos, and have learned from them. Per canvasses, years ago, I started making my own. using great stretcher bars and very heavy cotton weave. I staple in on a bit loosely, and then put on 3 layers of acrylic gesso, gently sanding each layer until the last. The quality of my canvasses is fabulous, and some are 4' by 6'. The cost is quite low also. You should definitely recommend this to your audience as a great way to go. I have also used linen, and it is great, but much tighter and harder to stretch. I'm not sure that high quality dense weave cotton is that much inferior to linen. Thoughts?
Thanks, Greg
thanks for making a video about how you use Masonite and rustoleum primer as thats like 90% less in cost. If money wasn't an object would try these!
It makes me very happy to see your new videos. I feel like I'm in that class.
Each video has a unique subject about oil painting. As for this video, I agree that Masterpiece is one of the best out there because of the kind of wood they use, and the ArtFix portrait oil primed canvas.
I however, use ArtFix glued on hardboard. I prefer the rigid support as it resists punctures and can easily be stored.
Can we see a demo of an oil painting from start to finish? I'd love to see how you work.
RedSoxKal I have not tried ArtFix yet but I will
Hi Stefan,
I am so excited going to one of our local art stores today and buying a Masterpiece canvas. They are having a 50% off on all their Masterpiece canvases.
Get some for me
I like the almost "terrifying" sound when talking about the bunched up canvas @ 7:29 . Like it was murder to allow this to happen. Jason with a bloody knife.
Great information!
I have only recently begun painting. I’m from California living in Portugal. it has been difficult to find a store open during the pandemic and im about to order online. The only thing i can find in my price range are two types 1) cotton/polyester 312gr or 2) the oiled linen. I am painting with acrylic. (Also, These are rolls of canvas, need to be stretched)
Wonderful!
good to know i buy good canvases
Stefan, I have learned so much about surfaces from your CZcams videos. It explains so much - like why my high quality oils soak in overnight, leaving me with a different painting the next day... I will be changing what I paint on. I have purchased some large (20x30) heavy 1.5" canvases from Aaron brothers that I'd like to use rather than tossing them. Can I put a coat of the Fredrix lead based primer on the canvas surface for a better finish before printing?
Kelly Sooter Yes you can and you will get a much better canvas as a result. You will love it!!!
I agree with you about those cheap canvases. the rubber inserts one very rarely keep their stretched taunt surface. we can't get masterpiece canvases here but we do get great Canadian made stretched canvases called exhibition from Opus.
Renee just keep trying to always get better supplies
It's wise to look into art materials. I started to stretch my own canvases after seeing how bad the 'artist quality' Winsor & Newton canvases were. What do you think of Dibond or painting on metal sheets? The main hurdle is the adhesion, but I don't think it's massively worse that painting on ultra smooth wooden paneld or smooth linen.
Oh no. I have the wrong canvas, the wrong brushes and the wrong paint (acrylics). I plan on transferring to oil and better canvas, and better brushes. I’m learning so much. Stefan, when and where will you teach again? I’d love to learn more. 🙏
Thank you. I'd rather spend a bit more for a quality canvass for my paintings. You're an excellent teacher.
Thanks
Stefan Baumann I was wondering if you recommend or if it is necessary to spread molding paste on a pretreated canvas to make it smoother and eliminate canvas texture in the final painting? When you look closely at most paintings, you can see a pixelated/textured/blurry look.
Great video. I would like to know what is your thoughts about Winsor & Newton Professional canvas? Thank you.
Very informative, thank you.... Unfortunately, it appears that Masterpiece canvases are not available here in Australia...(I did a search for a dealer here..no such luck).
Most art supply shops here, carry the Chinese canvases...they are rubbish...the biggest problem with most of them is that the stretcher bars warp over time...they quite often use Paulownia wood, which is similar to balsa wood - it absorbs any moisture in the air and swells....
I even tried disassembling one and varnish sealing the bars...it was a lot of work, with only mediocre results...
Like all artists, I strive to create the best artwork I can, only to be stymied by the lack of quality materials to do so...It is very frustrating at times. ....Cheers
I am just seeing this video now. It's very informative. I am a beginner. When you spoke about oil primed canvas, is that for oil paints only or can you use acrylic paints, paint pens, and markers on them? If not, what canvas do you use for acrylic painting?
I understand what you are saying about buying a good canvas, not one from Walmart or Michael's. I think for one that is just starting out getting those are fine. Once you learn the basics to painting then you upgrade for more quality canvas and brushes. Not everyone can buy nice quality canvases right off. That being said, my father would use quality brushes and canvases. I have used both and there
is a difference. I personally get the canvas boards from Walmart and I usually buy canvases from an art store or stretch my own.
I understand that buying quality art supplies makes it a little easier to learn painting, but I think its more important to learn the fundamentals first. I just found your videos and find the very interesting and informative. I would love to take one of your classes.
+amy connolly I agree - I've used everything from Vasari and Old Holland to oil primed custom made canvases but in the end I realized that I wasn't interested in the end product as much as the process of learning and creating paintings. I make a living as an oil painter so I learned the most economical way to produce art that didn't compromise the quality of the work. I find the uber high end art products as just rubbish and I would never spend $65 on a 20" x 24" Masterpiece oil primed linen canvas. I rarely find professionals who use the expensive stuff unless they are really successful and by then they are probably putting their name on the products and making a living demonstrating and marketing them.
+amy connolly I wold love you to take a workshop with me
Thanks for the kind words
+Expressionistix I dont get any payback for any product I use, that said the canvas does make a difference, I bet my life on it!
+Stefan Baumann Do you do any classes in New Hampshire?
Stefan Baumann Personal, I don't care if you get any payback for any product you use. I like to hear what other artists use. I might try what the artist use, might not. I did put the Masterpiece on my list of things to try. Right now I still in the learning process, so I rather buy good quality paints and use cheaper canvases and canvas boards. I want to get used to using acrylics and oil paints first, before I buy expensive canvases. I totally agree with you on the using a good quality canvas, just not when you are just starting to learn. For the record, I prefer to stretch my own canvas.
Yeah.... I used canvasses from Walmart for a while when I started. I call it painting on Walmart-Wicker-Matt.
I agree with you to an extent, however not everyone can afford to always buy the best of the best. I would hate for someone to be discouraged from painting because they couldn't afford the best canvas/brushes/paints available. For me that makes painting a little inaccessible, something only those with the right income can do.
Maria Dawes I see people spending 20 bucks at McDonalds and where does that end up the next day. Good supplies last forever.
It’s understandable that people can’t afford masterpiece canvases when they’re trying to learn, but low budget canvases are so bad that the learning process becomes so much more difficult. Personally, I avoided this by painting on wood I bought from Home Depot, and I’ve gotten great results. The quality of oil paintings I’ve produced on Michael canvases will never reach that of the ones I’ve produced on wood. Michael canvases are just too coarse and absorb much of your oils. The surface always appears flat and dull, and the canvas thread would always appear under the painting.
So basically, if you can’t afford masterpiece canvases but you don’t want to buy crap canvases at Michaels, paintings on relatively small wooden panels can be a great option. Avoid buying pre-made wooden panels online as they can be ridiculously expensive. You are best to buy them large at Home Depot and then have them cut into smaller sizes. But the surface still must be gessoed as always.
hi im in Ireland , this product is not available here ,, can you tell me if i buy a canvas a gesso it etc will this bring the quality up a notch ,, and stop the canvas from suckling in. the paint ?😊 , found you a few days ago on you tube and im now watching every video you have made ,, such a fantastic teacher ,,thank you
can these masterpiece canvases be bought in canada? thank you. YOU ARE A MASTERPIECE...thank you for sharing your knowledge with us. bless you.
Australian Monmarte canvases always come with tightening pegs, even with the smallest canvases.
Hi did you get an answer to your question about converting Aaron Bros canvases to better surface? I would love to know. Thank you.
I need to say something about these canvases, the 1st is a hobby... now these second, which is much better but I consider that the cross is not needed for that size of canvas... the old rule is to go with a cross to an element of 1 m... element profile must be adjusted to the size of canvas and its strenght, the same profile can't be placed under 250 gr/m2 linen and 500 gr gr/m2... so to avoid the too strong element goes the cross... but these forces are the strongest when prepering the canvas manually, not the industral ones... but looks nicer and more expensive. I hope I did not offend anyone! :)
How did they stretch jackson pollock paintings after it was painted? Also, how do you prime a canvas roll on floor cause it's not stretched?
What do you think about Winsor & Newton canvases?
Should I assume that I do not have to prime the Masterpiece canvas as it is already primed? For non-Masterpiece canvases do you recommend priming with the Rustoleum Primer? By the way, I love your videos.
I wish I could have you as my teacher
You can call me for phone coaching all the information is on my website 415-606-9074
I’ve triple primed, even putting a sizing down first then 3 coast of really good gesso on a 12oz nice cotton canvas, and still had it come through the gesso into the canvas, when doing impasto work. How do you stop it?
P.S I live in the U.K, a damp climate where the risk of warping is greater. Hence the interest in rigid structures.
I wish he would have gone over the moderately priced canvases. I can't afford 40 or 50 bucks for 1 canvas.
you can not afford not to
Where is the best place to purchase Masterpiece in rolls? TY
frame up your own. It's just linen pulled over a wooden frame with primer. If you get good at it, sell canvases for 50 bucks or more!
stefan love that waistcoat bro where can i get one ;p
can you talk about how to remove dust from a painting? Great videos!
bea gustafson I'm not a professional but I would use a very soft brush and carefully brush it away.
When is a canvas slanted?
I have a few where a long side is about 4-5 mm shorter, there are 18×24 inch canvas. I bought the first time in inches instead of cm.
Is that considered slanted?
Is it noticeable that there are a few mm deviations or is that still within the tolerance limit?
Wonderful information Stefan. May I ask what quality canvas you would use when working with acrylics. Oil is my #1 medium but I would like to know if quality also pertains to acrylic works of art. With Highest Regards
I no longer use canvas I pretty much work on board exclusively. I do not recommend working on canvas till you do painting is larger than 24 x 36.
I have some very large canvass that I do not want to through them out. Would like to repaint them. Is there anything I can do to make the surface safe for a better quality ground to work on. I used to use base coat matt for new plaster that are quite flexible. I do not need a very soft space to work on so it suit me fine and after 30 years, it did not crack.
what if i was to use the flat canvas. the one thats on a board that would be framed after. Is it bad to use the cheaper ones on that type of canvas?
I am thinking there must be a good cheap alternative to practice on and make prototypes before committing to expensive canvases.
I also think that professional supplies and what you can get at a corner store are going to be different and depending on skill and type of exhibit. You only need gallery quality for a gallery.