I've been wanting to try painting on a cradled wooden panel to see what it's like compared to painting on canvas or linen. So this was my first foray into painting on wood. As recommended, I sealed it with two coats of matte acrylic medium before starting to paint. There's definitely a learning curve here, because the paint goes on, (and comes off), differently for sure. It's quite a slick surface, so it doesn't stick that well, and can easily be removed by mistake if you don't use a light touch. I've got one more to experiment with, so I'll see how that one goes. I'd like to try building up texture before painting, and it would be interesting to see how acrylics go on as they dry so much more quickly. Have any of you painted on wood panels? Do you have any tips you'd like to share?
I actually really like this composition, and will probably repaint in on canvas. This is a walk my husband and I took recently in a nearby natural park. The park is full of protected plants and trees. The wildflowers are Fawn Lilies that are naturalized throughout the meadows, and the tree is a Garry Oak.
I'm really delighted to report that I've been juried into the TD Art Gallery Paint-In on July 16th. It's a wonderful summer art event which brings thousands of people together for one day, observing and talking with the artists at work. It's a really high energy and fun art celebration organized by the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria. If you happen to be coming to Victoria at that time, you'll definitely want to put this event on your agenda.
Beautiful painting Claire! What kind of wood panel are you using. I love painting on wood panels, and my current favorite are Ampersand Gessobord. They have just a bit of texture, which I like. I'm actually the opposite of you, I've been thinking that I need to give canvas another try. I'm glad to have found your blog and I look forward to seeing more of your paintings!
ReplyDeleteI like painting on board. I usually make my own panel with door skin veneer, 1/8" thickness. I prepare it much like canvas giving it 3 layers of gesso. One side is smooth and the other is rough. The rough side gives more wood texture even after the gesso is on. The advantage of door skin is you can make any size. The disadvantage is you need to make your own cradle for it.
ReplyDeleteI definitely will try and get to Victoria for the TD Paint In event. Love to see your work in the real world and meet you in person.
Each time I come here I find images that delight the soul.
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hi claire, your work is beautiful.its great visiting your blog.your subjects and color are very nice. will follow your work.take care ben.
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ReplyDeletebeautiful painting! The "cut"revealed the details. This impressionistic way of painting is very good and you're very comfortable with this technique.
Since I've been following your blog I have noticed a great technical and artistic growth in his art!
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Thanks everyone for taking the time to comment on this little experiment. I really appreciate the your enthusiasm and kindness. Cheers!
ReplyDeleteFresh spring greens! Really lovely.
ReplyDeleteI love wildflowers, Claire. These are painted beautifully, as always.
ReplyDeleteWahooow! beautiful work, excellen!,
ReplyDeleteThank you Virginia, Hilda and Fito, I really appreciate your encouragement.
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