How-to: Mounting art and resin prep

Hey peeps, it's been (another long) minute between vids!
Today I'm showing you how to mount ink art onto a cradled board!
You will need:
A piece of art Please make sure you have fully sealed the artwork prior to mounting. This is particularly important because adhesives can re-activate/run/smear alcohol inks.
- A cradled board
- A cutting mat and blade
- A brayer/rolling pin/cardboard tube or similar
- A sheet of baking paper or similar
- A comb or catalyst tool
- Gel medium (or similar. There are some good brands out there. Mine is Liquitex matte gel).
- A sturdy flat surface with some weighty objects
- A viewfinder if you have one, though, it's not imperative
- Paper towel
- Something to spread adhesive with
Let me know if you have any questions or if anything was unclear 😄
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[@gratefulcreations]

Awesome Bree. Such a beautiful piece. Thanks for this tutorial. I use the handle of the scissors to burnish.

[@CoolBreezeArtStudio]

Great idea! I sometimes get my mini plastic spatula as well. As long as people do it, they can use almost anything 😄

[@SezCreate]

Great tutorial! I like that you brought out so many different tips or things to watch out for!!

[@CoolBreezeArtStudio]

Thanks, lovely! 😄❤️

[@FloatingDreamsStudio]

Thanks Bree for the tips Gorgeous piece 🩷

[@lynne2945]

What a great tutorial. Thanks so much. Love your art. 😊

[@CoolBreezeArtStudio]

Thanks so much, Lynne. I appreciate it! 🥰

[@gerripeter484]

Very beautiful 😍

[@DebbiePagtalonia]

Stunning!!

[@CoolBreezeArtStudio]

Thanks so much! ❤

[@dianaguy148]

I love that I actually learn new things from you! Are you able to do the same thing to a canvas or does it have to be on a wood panel? I’m asking for my financial point of view as canvases are so much cheaper lol.❤️❤️❤️

[@CoolBreezeArtStudio]

Ohhh girl i don't know this one- I've never resined canvas, sorry!

[@natalie-annebrideau339]

Beautiful painting! So soft!
Do you wait until the resin is fully dry before removing the tape or is there a crucial moment during the drying process when you remove the tape?

[@CoolBreezeArtStudio]

I take the tape off after a day of curing. The resin is still fragile, so you have to be careful not to scratch or dent it, though!

[@jenhodges200]

Great info - thanks! I’ve heard that alcohol inks can fade. Does the resin alone provide protection from that or do you treat the piece with something else prior to applying resin?

[@CoolBreezeArtStudio]

Yes, unfortunately alcohol inks are fugitive. In saying that, I follow the rule of displaying them out of direct sunlight, and have had no issues with fading so far. I always use a UV protective varnish after i seal my inks, to offer some protection and extra longevity ❤️