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twinthing
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Nov 9 2005, 06:23 PM Post #1 |
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I had a go at waxing on canvas, ummmm dunno if I like it, its going to take alot of practice! I would really apprectiate it if some of you could post a tutorial thread in the members only area, just on the best way to get texture into the picture. catherine x |
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waxingsteve
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Nov 9 2005, 06:45 PM Post #2 |
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That would be very useful
I've got three canvases which I want to have a go at but I've been putting it off Good for you for having a go solo, though, Catherine I have got the new DVD but it would be nice to have some insights into some of the tricks
Steve
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twinthing
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Nov 9 2005, 06:57 PM Post #3 |
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how do I add an image to a post steve? i thought I might share my errr unusual " blob thing" pic with you all! lol
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waxingsteve
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Nov 9 2005, 07:03 PM Post #4 |
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Catherine, the easiest way to upload "one-off" pics is described in http://s13.invisionfree.com/CraftBoard/ind...p?showtopic=930
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twinthing
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Nov 9 2005, 07:16 PM Post #5 |
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ok then folks....are you ready for my first attempt at canvas, im not sure i like it! ![]() it looks a bit better close up! click and have a look!
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waxingsteve
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Nov 9 2005, 07:20 PM Post #6 |
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Personally, I can see nothing wrong with it, Catherine In fact, I'm absolutely certain that there'll be plenty who can see even more than I can! (Been working on turning a photo into decoupage and my eyes are a bit wonky )Steve |
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twinthing
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Nov 9 2005, 07:23 PM Post #7 |
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thanks steve! perhaps it will grow on me!
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mifmif
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Nov 9 2005, 07:30 PM Post #8 |
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I rather like that! I have only tried canvas twice and agree that it 'feels' very different at first. I think it is just a case of getting used to it. After a while I really liked working on it, though the big canvas I did took SO much wax! I have a large canvas sitting here waiting for some 'time' to start it. Maybe I will give it a go soon. Maria x |
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Heidi
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Nov 9 2005, 09:07 PM Post #9 |
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Twinthing, don't see what your problem is
it's just wonderfull.I love the bright blue which makes the painting 'radiate' *something I'm not quite sure if I use the right english words, sorry for that* |
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Waxman
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Nov 9 2005, 09:14 PM Post #10 |
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That looks quite pleasing, Catherine. What size is it? Looks about A4? Was the canvas already primed to accept oils and acrylics? If so it shouldn't soak up too much wax. I've only made one on canvas so far ISLAND TOWERS and that was on a block canvas (60 x 40cm) so i had to paint all 4 edges as well. When you say "how can you get texture?" do you mean the ILLUSION of 3D or really thick wax in places? The fantastic 3D quality that our iron marks have on non-porous surfaces (glosy card etc) is partly lost on a textured, partly absorbent surface like canvas. This is mainly what makes wax-on-canvas so different-looking to wax-on-glossycard. If you want more illusion of 3d, you could try waxing the whole canvas with white wax first; the white would impregnate the canvas and stop later-applied colours from sinking in so much , I think. If you need any explanation of things in ISLAND TOWERS , just ask and I'll have a go. |
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Poppy
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Nov 9 2005, 09:19 PM Post #11 |
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Twinthing, your painting is great, it reminds me of ostrich feathers floating in the slightest of breezes. I actually like painting onto canvas. If you can get past the initial grab the canvas has and load more than usual wax so you are left with some, then you'll begin to appreciate it's subtle tones it gives to your work. I have done the Poppies, The English countryside and a Castal Path and some flowers on canvas paper. You can see them in my gallery. For me it gives my work a soft look about it. Hope this helps. Poppy
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twinthing
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Nov 9 2005, 11:04 PM Post #12 |
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thank you all! It seems to be growing on me everytime I look at it. I will try to get abit more of a 3d look next time but first.....I need to get more wax! Friday will see me in the art shop buying all the suppiles I need! I will deffinalty have another go at the canvas when I get a chance
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waxingsteve
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Nov 10 2005, 01:03 AM Post #13 |
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One tip (if it's needed
) - acquired from watercolour painting - stop every so often once you think you're getting close to finishing and view the picture from a few paces away, and against different settings
Being close to a painting distorts your appreciation of it, and its environment/setting can make a huge difference, too, as can the light falling on it in different situations.Barry/Poppy, would it be possible to seal a block canvas first with dilute acrylic? Or clear wax? Steve |
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Thea
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Nov 10 2005, 01:58 AM Post #14 |
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Catherine, you're doing great! Nice texture and colour! It is a good idea to start with a thin wax layer before you start your actual image. I did a few abstracts on canvas using the palette knife. First I put down bands of colours and then applied wax with the palette knife. You can get the "lifting effect" if you apply enough wax, like Barry said. This is an example: ![]() and this is another one: ![]() The paintings are about 30 x 40 cm and hang both at my former office in Germany. My boss bought them as I announced I was leaving him for Canada.... Thea |
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waxingsteve
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Nov 10 2005, 02:04 AM Post #15 |
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Wonderful, Thea! and thanks for the advice
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twinthing
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Nov 10 2005, 08:51 AM Post #16 |
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thanks thea and barry, I will tackle another canvas over the week end, tonight is my ceramics coarse at college so I hopefully will be bringing home some more creations!
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Verlie
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Nov 10 2005, 08:32 PM Post #17 |
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Great job Catherine and I love it, it has texture and dimension. I haven't tried canvas yet but you inspire me to give it a go! Verlie
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Poppy
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Nov 10 2005, 09:02 PM Post #18 |
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I suppose you could prime it first withacrylic but, I have never found I had to seal the canvas as such, as it is already got a coating on it, something like a chalk/ powdery coating. I just make sure I apply plenty of wax to the iron as the canvas can be very thirsty and grab all the wax. After that it is just a case of ironing the normal way until you get to what you like or want. Poppy.
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twinthing




I've got three canvases which I want to have a go at but I've been putting it off
Good for you for having a go solo, though, Catherine
I have got the new DVD but it would be nice to have some insights into some of the tricks

Heidi
it's just wonderfull.


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