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Friday, October 29, 2010

What's New...

... No I'm not folding paper but I'm painting on it!

I recently went to a Placerville Arts meeting with a friend of mine and I scored some Carson's Oil & Acrylic Canvas Paper. In the past I really had a problem painting on paper. Wood is still my favorite but I have grown to love paper. It's easily stored, easily mailed, easily framed in pre-made store bought frames or mounted on board and I love how layers and layers of paint seem to glow on it. I am painting with acrylics and didn't gesso the paper first, however, I believe it would be wise if I was painting with oils. This canvas paper is coated & doesn't absorb the paint. I am anxious to get into my little studio today and paint some more today. I have listed these on Etsy but plan to auction some on Ebay as well. Listing fees are free until Jan 7th!

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6 comments:

Ayala Art said...

Oh yes, prime for oils first or they will eat the paper away. I love paper, then I miss the wood :oP
Beautiful work as always!

Poetic Artist said...

I like..Yes I think paper is so good to work on..Small pieces I have put gesso on and work on it..
I like it but it is a different feel.

Barb Smith said...

These are both beautiful but that first beautiful lady is really mesmerizing. You do the most awesome portraits!
Peace & Love,
~Barb~

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GlorV1 said...

Hi amiga. I love paper too and haven't tried this Carson paper. I may look into it. Awesome paintings, colors are great and the last one looks like it has a lot of texture. Great work as always and thx for stopping by and giving me a rememdy. Tee Hee. Take care.

GlorV1 said...

Oh, have a great weekend! Take care.