How to Prep Wood to Be Painted on
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- čas přidán 25. 07. 2024
- APRIL 2019 UPDATE - SEAL WITH GAC 100 BEFORE GESSO
Since uploading this video, I’ve learned that an extra step could be included in this process. I got a few comments saying I’m doing this wrong. Although some were rude comments, they weren’t entirely wrong. I did more research and agreed that there needs to be an extra step before applying gesso. Please apply a coat of an acrylic primer like GAC 100 to seal the wood and protect it from acids, especially if you're painting with oils.
According to this link www.goldenpaints.com/technica... ,
using opaque acrylics like I have been with a gesso-only technique has been fine. But if you’re looking to use other mediums like oils or transparent paints, a primer/size needs to be applied.
Gesso-only prep has worked well for me all the years I’ve been using the technique, and I’ve gotten to visit some old pieces that looked great! But I’m always looking to improve, and I’ve added GAC 100 to my routine for even more insurance that my art will last long.
My apologies on a missing step and I always hope this information helps.
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Hi everyone! Welcome to my first tutorial video :)
This is my process for priming wood panels with gesso before I paint on them with acrylic. I've been doing this for about 6 years now
and it has served me well. If you have further questions, please ask away and I'll be happy to answer them in the comments. I hope this is a helpful video for you!
● MATERIALS ●
• WOOD •
- Ampersand Panels
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- Blick Studio Panels
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- For Michael’s Craft store wood, its better to visit the store in person. The wood tends to have a lot of knots in it, so you’ll need to sort through it.
• GESSO •
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• BRUSHES •
- The dusting brush was just a household paintbrush similar to these:
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You can get them at just about any hardware or art store
- The foam brush
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• SANDPAPER •
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Song: The Losers "Gotta Keep Moving - Zábava
Yo, don't buy most of this stuff from art stores. Hardware stores will sell stuff like the sandpaper and brush/sponge for so much cheaper. You can also find a better selection of woods for much cheaper at lumber stores too, especially if they have scraps. On top of that many of these places will let you buy something like an 8' long 1x6, then they'll cut it down for you--sometimes for free, usually for really cheap
Thank for the tip! 👍
Yeah, half of the stuff i use is from hardware stores or kitchen supplies, only essencials i buy from the art stores
This is the BEST advice ever.
FINALLY someone explained this to me! So helpful!
Right
MDF panels are pretty good, also; they have the advantage of being thinner and cheaper, as well. I recommend.
HI, FINALLY ... FOR BEGINNERS, SOMEONE WHO CAN EXPLAIN THE PROCESS IN A SIMPLE WAY. VERY HELPFUL THANKS.
SORRY SOME PEOPLE HAVE TO BE RUDE IN ORDER TO GET THEIR POINT ACROSS !
Hi Nicola! Thank you! I’m so happy to hear I explained the process in a simple and understandable way 🙂
What a great video! You explained and showed exactly why to take the steps you take. It’s rare to find such a clear and helpful teacher. I have subscribed and look forward to learning more from you. Thank you for sharing your knowledge!
Thank you 🙏. I didn’t know clear gesso existed, and I have be searching for a tutorial to prep wood for painting that didn’t completely obliterate the character of the wood!
Thank you, this was the most informative video in this section. Now i am ready to paint.
Great demo. Love that you showed the difference of bare vs. primed. Subbed! :D
This was so helpful!!!
I have been searching n searching. I like what I found now.
On to acrylic pour on wood!!!!
Thanks a lot!!!!
Very cool! I am trying to use the pieces of wood that I miscut from my van build in order to make something beautiful from the mistakes. I love paintings on wood- there's something extra beautiful about them. Thank you for the video!
Hoping to experiment would painting on wood for my advanced Drawing class this semester! these tips are great!
oh my, your paintings though ! 😍💕
Thank you!!! Thanks to you my painting came out good! I was about to paint on it without putting gesso but I did my reaserch and found this videoooo thank youu so muchhhh I subbed❤❤
Thank you for the video
your voice is so soothing.
Your voice is precious. And thanks for the information.
Your video was extremely helpful! Thanks a lot!! And your art looks amazing BTW!
Ah thank you so much!
Omg this was soo good!! And I'm happy that your CZcams followers can now hear what you sound like. I can't wait until your next video ^ω^
Well done & thanks for the update.
This was very helpful and concise. Thank you
FANTASTIC information!
This was very helpful to me. Thank you very much.
Loved this tutorial and info! Thank you so much! I also read your update, sorry people are jerks. You are awesome, your art it beautiful and your video is super helpful! So thank you again!^_^
This was so helpful!! Thank you!
Yooo your art is amazing wthhhh
Thanks for the video and the update. You Rock!
Really well explained, thank you
Thank you for the detailed explanation it's really helpful🙂
Thank you! I'm so happy it was helpful :)
This is ART !!!
Great tips!! Thanks for posting this!!
This is very helpful, many thanks for making the video :)
Thank you my lovely. Great video xx
Just subscribed!! Thank you so much for being awesome and for putting out such a helpful tutorial!! You're an inspiration!
Thank you for subscribing! I'm happy to hear you enjoy my videos :)
Thank you for this video!
Thank you so much for this video!!
Really useful video, thank you!
That is really great!
This has been super helpful! I was wondering if you do anything specific to seal the pieces after I finish? Thank you!
Thank you for sharing your technique 😊
Ah! Thank you for watching :)
Nice description .. thank you 😊
Thank you, thank you, thank you
Abosolutely a fantastic video.
Right speed, easy to follow directions, step by step teaching with explanation of each step and reason.
A "must-see" for every beginning crafter using paint on wood for any project.
Thank you for posting.
(you can save a few pennies elsewhere (other than hobby stores) but you lack the personal information, suggestions, and brain power of Hobby store personnel). But saving a few pennies eslewhere is also something to take seriously.
What grade of sand paper was used?
Thanks for the useful information
Super kewl, Thank you!
OMG you are the best !!!! Thank you
Should I apply gesso on preprimed wood panel like artist’s loft panels ?
Thank you for your video really helpful
I am excited to start my channel and sharing my content. Thanks for the motivation over the years. Subscribe and thanks for your support.
Ty alyssa!
LOVE it....legend. thanks
Thank you so much 💖💖💖💖
Hi Alyssa! Could you do a video on how you set up your camera for your speed paintings/video?
Thank you
Epic! :)
Thank you🙏
thank you
Thank you this was helpful
I'm so glad!
tks ! very helpfull
Thank youuu!!
Just put a tiny pencil check on the back of the wood panel treated with gesso. That way you don't have to scratch it. So simple!!
I so wish I had known about this gesso before I did this wooden box & didn’t know anything about painting “metallic” paint but did it & it took 6 coats of paint!
Now all I have left to do are already (black printed flowers & leaves) on the top to finish just the painting process!
Should I try to put clear gesso over that part even if a little bit of the gesso touches the metallic paint (will it make it move or go away)?
Then what do I use to seal it all so it will stay pretty? Wish I knew how to show you an image of the box & ty for the tips of getting all those lil wood dust out as fought those pieces too 😳 but learned a lot!!
If I go over printed black lines w sandpaper wouldn’t it remove some of the black??
Great tips!! Thanks
If I want to paint only a motif in the centre do I only prime the centre and stain the rest of the wood? Does stain work on gesso?
Thanks for your video Alyssa Mees! I was just wondering- the clear gesso works for watercolor as well, right?? I'm doing a little watercolor painting on a wood slice, and I wanted to make sure that it works with that so that it won't absorb all the paint. Thanks!
I have two balsa wood tea boxes to finish. For the sealer, can I use mod podge? I do not want to buy another glue.
Hi, thanks for sharing. Off topic if you did the skate blank and it had a finish on it could you spray paint then resin or paint without having to sand it?Thanks.
Great
Why didn't I find your channel sooner
Could I put a few gesso layers over laminated side panel for preparation before applying acrylic artwork
Thank you for the video! Dumb question but why are so many layers needed?
Can u use midge podge for a substitute for gesso
do you paint with acrylic on this? also what do you use as a top coat after the painting is finished?
I do! I use acrylics and then once they're all dry I spray on Golden brand archival spray varnish. You can use brush on varnish too, but I like the even and smooth finish the spray gives.
thank you so much for this! i can't wait to try it myself.
so you have any image transfer tips?
Hi! Hmm lately I'm been scanning the sketch, resizing it and printing it out. Then I'll coat the back of the print out with chalky pastels. I tape it to wood, chalk side down, and trace the sketch with a pen or pencil. I'll lift the paper up throughout the process to make sure the chalk is transferring. Once I'm done with tracing, I'll remove the sketch and then fill out any spots I missed, or trace over the chalk with some graphite. Once I like the new wood sketch, I'll set it with workable fixatif, and that will help reduce smudging while you paint :) I hope this answer helped and made sense!
Alyssa Mees yes it does! thank you ♡
Can i use one of the acrylic medium instead of a gesso? 🙂
Did you also prep the skateboard deck in the video from 4 years ago in a similar way? I really wanna paint a deck for a friend :0
I did! Skate decks are a little tricky though. Blanks usually still come with a fairly thick clear varnish. I've found that paint just does not stick with that varnish so you gotta sand it all off. If you have a power sander that would be great, or else get ready to put in some elbow grease :D
What liner brushes do you used Alyssa?...your technique is really good xx
Hi Miriam! I just bought a Trekell liner and really like it. I also enjoy Princeton Select brushes :)
yesss ty
Can anything be a substitute for gesso?
Can paint on a laminated side of a board panel?
How do protect the watercolor from water? After the painting is done
what kind of prime are you using?
Can you use resin instead of gesso? Have you done that? Or considered coating with a resin after painting?
I find your video very helpful! What do you think if i skip any prep if i wanna do acrylic pouring on wood panel? It will be already very think painting that ill be pouring on, so it wouldn't matter much, woundt it?? Look forward to your answer. Thanks :)
I pour on wood panels. I use tge Exact same steps as I would on stretched canvas, BUT, have far Happier results. I don't see myself using stretched canvas in the future..
This might be a silly question but can you use Mod Podge for priming the wood instead?
No silly questions here! Hmm I actually have no idea though, I'm sorry >_< I dont have experience with mod podge, I've only seen it being used in craft videos. A quick search brings up mostly sealing wood for crafts, but I'm not seeing a lot of art related projects. If you're looking to make fine art that'll last, I'd recommend using specific products made for priming :)
Does it matter if I use clear or white gesso?
I recommend sealing the wood with GAC 100 or Kilz before applying the gesso. This will create a barrier between the wood and the gesso surface which will absorb the paint esp oil paints which over the years could come into contact with the wood. With this sealed layer your artwork will be protected and be archival for many years. Be sure to seal all 6 sides of the wood panel top, back, and edges, with at least 2 coats, then apply your gesso.
"It should also be noted that Gloss Medium and GAC 100 do not seal wood, they really just serve to block SID."
@@joseph2832 Sorry, what's SID?
@@TwinBleaks "Support Induced Discoloration or SID describes a phenomenon that can occur when the acrylic appears to change in color upon drying."
Why do you apply so many layers of gesso?
Liquitex gesso instructions say to apply 2-4 layers, I apply 4-6 because I feel like I get a smoother base to work with.
Hi Alyssa, thank you for the informative video. Super helpful.
One thing i would change in your process, in step 2, is:
Instead of brushing the dust off, which only makes it airborne, i learned to wipe the surface with a damp paper/shop rag towel. It picks up the particles nicely and no one has to breathe in the dust. Then, i brush it gently to eliminate any possible lint. Yes, this may mean giving wood surface a few minutes to dry off before applying clear gesso.
FYI: this fellow, Clive, czcams.com/video/qiaT6CfPIX4/video.html
uses mixture of glue/water to seal the wood before applying his home made gesso.
Alyssa, I am very sorry about the rude comments. The only explanation is that they came from very temperamental artistic culture, the prima donnas of art culture. They are very talented, but as with many geniuses, they are impatient, intolerant and very direct. Hope you don't take them personally.
Kudos for you for being brave and making this video.
Best wishes.
FYI, curious, i did some research as to how the wood was prepared for painting in the 15th century before the discovery of fabric canvas.
Here are some interesting informational links:
History of wood preparation: blogs.fitzmuseum.cam.ac.uk/hki/2013/04/02/reconstructing-a-15th-century-panel-painting/#:~:text=First%2C%20the%20wooden%20panel%20was,other%20impurities%20in%20the%20wood.
Original sealant:
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rabbit-skin_glue
Gesso: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gesso
Why do you apply so many layers of gesso? Thanks!
Thank you very helpful :) I thought gesoo would be helpful
For priming your wood panels, is there a certain time limit until you can't use it anymore or are you able to prime as many wood panels as you'd like?
Hi! As in if the primed panels expire? Hmm not that I know of. I tend to paint primed panels within a couple months and havent noticed any issues. I would recommend keeping them in a sealed plastic bin so they dont get dirt or water on them.
So if you live in the bush --and don't have access to fancy gesso etc --what do you suggest for DIY HOME WOOD PRIMER?
Can i use mod podge instead of gesso and all that?
Does it matter if the gesso is clear?
Only if you want the wood grain pattern to show through :) If you dont care about the grain, or perhaps it has flaws, you can certainly use white or black gesso.
Hello, may I ask something? Is there another alternative instead of gesso to prep my wood? I live in a small city and I don't think such thing as gesso exists in my local shops. Thanks in advance! :D
Can anyone educated me whai is gesso?
Very nicely done, Alyssa! Question for you...do you varnish the painting when finished? or is that unnecessary? Thank you!
Hi Sharon! I do! I varnish with Golden Archival Spray Varnish. I used to brush on Liquitex varnish, but lately I've really liked the even texture spray varnish gives.
Its not totally necessary, but it has its perks. Your colors will pop and be more vibrant, plus your painting will be protected from dust and moisture. Some varnishes also help filter UV rays in case the artwork is displayed in a sunny room.
Hope that helps! :)
Could this work if your using the wood panels for graffiti art and spray paint art?
Yes
Do you use PVA glue?
To paint on wood blocks with acrylics...is it okay to start painting without any coating?after the painting is finished varnish or some other coating is required to preserve the artwork?
Thanks ✨
Hello! If you paint on bare wood, it may likely sink in and bleed out. The colors may also show a bit duller too. As for finishing, a varnish can help protect your colors from fading over time. I currently use Golden gloss archival varnish and it works well for me.
So i stained a piece of wood, let it dry, and applied clear gesso so i can paint some calligraphy onto it without losing the natural wood grain. But now the dark stain has a cloudy film. Why isnt it drying clear?
Hi Apple! Hmm it may be for two reasons according to Liquitex website www.liquitex.com/row/products/professional/gessoes-mediums-varnishes/clear-gesso/ One being overworking the gesso by brushing over it too many times while it’s drying. The other reason may be too thick of a layer. I’m not sure on an exact fix, but what I would personally do is sand it all down and start again. Hope that helps a bit and that your calligraphy project comes along the way you want 😊
if using clear gesso and acrylic paints, can you apply clear gesso over individual layers of your painting for added permanence and sealing?
Hi! Hmm I've never tried that... I think I recall reading that clear gesso can get a bit cloudy with added layers or overworking, so I'm not sure if I'd recommend that. But perhaps it is worth a small experiment on your side?
I have seen artists do really cool layering techniques with lacquer, so maybe that is something you can try, too? Off the top of my head, the artist Mall Licudine (Shardula on IG) is a wonderful example of this :)
As far as permanence, I've found that painting my painting and then sealing it with Golden Archival spray varnish is enough to protect it. I've gotten to visit some of my older pieces and they still looked brand new. It also helps when the paint you're using is lightfast and permanent, and that the painting is kept out of direct sunlight. Hope this answer helps!