In Part 1 and Part 2, I assembled a custom stretcher frame and stretched a heavy unprimed canvas over the bars. Now, it’s time to start priming the stretched canvas so it is ready for painting! First, gather your tools together. You’ll need: enough gesso...
In Part 1, I discussed assembled a custom stretcher frame using prefabricated stretcher bars from the art supply shop. Now, let’s start stretching a custom canvas over those bars. First, gather your tools together. Stretching your canvas: canvas, unprimed and...
I usually buy stretched canvases from the local art supply store, but my next project requires a large size that is not in stock. It’s the perfect opportunity to learn how to stretch a custom canvas for fine art! This project isn’t very difficult, but it...
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