It should be noted that once you apply Dorland wax, adding additional water based paint will be in jeopardy as the wax is an oil based product. It actually serves as a varnish on finished work.
There’s one more option to avoid sticking sketchbook pages, which I found helpful: just wax paper. A sheet of waxed paper is all I need. Everybody probably has access to a roll of ordinary waxed paper, and it serves me well. I’ve also found that after the acrylic completely sets - about a year in my sketchbook - the pages no longer stick 😊.
Dorland's is an excellent idea. I've been using deli paper, which works, but makes my sketchbooks fat and the deli paper is kind of a pain to manage when perusing my sketchbook. I am going to use Dorland's, a jar of which is sitting right next to my painting table. Thanks for the idea.
I would never thought to use cornstarch, so thanks for that great tip! Inexpensive, too! I've seen artists use the cold wax to buff and seal large acrylic paintings for a gorgeous, protective finish. Thanks, Jackie!! xoxoxo
I've been using unperfumed talc on my sketchbooks and journals for a long time now. I find it better than cornstarch. Just shake it on, gently rub in with a soft brush and wipe off with a cloth.
You can also use Dorland's Wax on watercolour, I used an abstract watercolour experimental piece to create a new cover for a damaged sketchbook, the Dorland's worked great!
Hi Jackie, thank you so much for answering this. I’ve managed to find Dorlands wax on Jackson’s art supplies here in the UK and will be giving it a go. Not sure if this is useful and I hope you don’t mind me mentioning, another artist I follow, the lovely Helen Wells, is big on sketch books for her art practice and uses sennelier acrylics. She mentions that as they are more of a matte finish they prevent journal pages from sticking. I have heard other creatives who use matte based acrylics or acrylic gouache say something similar however they are more expensive and maybe limiting. I guess finding a brand to suit is part of the creative journey. As I’m still experimenting and have a very a small budget, the Dorlands wax will be super useful to add to my art supplies. 🙏🏻 Looking forward to the next sketchbook instalment. Have a fabulous week 🙏🏻🤗🙏🏻
Thank you, the wax is an amazing discovery! I was looking for a solution because I make little painted and collaged books and sometimes the pages end up sticking together and tearing. In my sketchbooks, I use a piece of non-stick baking paper (parchment paper in the US?) which has become a permanent fixture in my studio as I also use it for when I need to press down a piece I'm collaging.
I am new to geli printing, and after a great deal of research and discovering Your TH-cam tutorials, whichI have found to be the most instructive-thank you. You are so very generous in sharing your knowledge and experience with us so freely. I wonder if you might help me with a frustrating problem: I have been following tutorials for one-pull multilayers with stencils - but my prints will not pull of the pad. There is just a heavy plastic mat of paint that refuses to move. I am using acrylic paint (I'm an artist) some of which is high viscosity. Could it be the paint is too thick and heavy? Maybe I have applied the paint too heavily? Could you please help?
Very helpful video, Jackie, thank you! I saw several people mentioned wax paper and I have a related question. I like to press my collages under weights while they're drying to keep them flat. They often have a top coat of matte medium, or have matte medium on the tissue paper I've collaged onto the piece. So far I've been using wax paper to keep the wet acrylic matte medium from sticking to the weight as the collage dries, but sometimes the wax paper will stick to the collage. Is there anything better (more non-stick) that I can use that wet matte medium won't stick to?
Hello Jackie Thanks for your great tips.Can you tell me... Is mat medium varnish enough or cold wax should be put on top...or eventually under? 😊Do in Paris 🗼✈️🙏👋
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Great video. I love using Dorland's Wax. It might seem a bit pricey to some but a jar lasts a long time.
It should be noted that once you apply Dorland wax, adding additional water based paint will be in jeopardy as the wax is an oil based product. It actually serves as a varnish on finished work.
There’s one more option to avoid sticking sketchbook pages, which I found helpful: just wax paper. A sheet of waxed paper is all I need. Everybody probably has access to a roll of ordinary waxed paper, and it serves me well. I’ve also found that after the acrylic completely sets - about a year in my sketchbook - the pages no longer stick 😊.
Yes, waxed paper is great, too! 🥰
@jorjami4907 so, a year?! I've done this and "trusted" them not to stick after a few months. So glad to know.
Dorland's is an excellent idea. I've been using deli paper, which works, but makes my sketchbooks fat and the deli paper is kind of a pain to manage when perusing my sketchbook. I am going to use Dorland's, a jar of which is sitting right next to my painting table. Thanks for the idea.
Great information, thanks Jackie!
Awesome! I have some of the wax that I bought ages ago, and then couldn’t find the tutorial I needed to use it …..now it has a purpose!
I love giving a product purpose! Have fun with it, Cat! 🥰
I love Dorland’s wax. It works beautifully. Baking parchment works well for not quite dry projects.
I would never thought to use cornstarch, so thanks for that great tip! Inexpensive, too! I've seen artists use the cold wax to buff and seal large acrylic paintings for a gorgeous, protective finish. Thanks, Jackie!! xoxoxo
I swear by Dorland's wax. Not only does it protect, but it also makes the colors richer and more intense.
I've been using unperfumed talc on my sketchbooks and journals for a long time now. I find it better than cornstarch. Just shake it on, gently rub in with a soft brush and wipe off with a cloth.
Great tip, and I'm happy you have something that works for you. 🥰
You can also use Dorland's Wax on watercolour, I used an abstract watercolour experimental piece to create a new cover for a damaged sketchbook, the Dorland's worked great!
You're such an excellent teacher, Jackie! And a bit of a scientist, too. Enjoy your weekend!
Hi Jackie, thank you so much for answering this.
I’ve managed to find Dorlands wax on Jackson’s art supplies here in the UK and will be giving it a go.
Not sure if this is useful and I hope you don’t mind me mentioning, another artist I follow, the lovely Helen Wells, is big on sketch books for her art practice and uses sennelier acrylics. She mentions that as they are more of a matte finish they prevent journal pages from sticking. I have heard other creatives who use matte based acrylics or acrylic gouache say something similar however they are more expensive and maybe limiting. I guess finding a brand to suit is part of the creative journey.
As I’m still experimenting and have a very a small budget, the Dorlands wax will be super useful to add to my art supplies. 🙏🏻
Looking forward to the next sketchbook instalment. Have a fabulous week 🙏🏻🤗🙏🏻
Thank you... great Informations! Most of the time I have placed baking paper between the pages to prevent them ...
Thank you Jackie for this video. I have repurposed glassine that was leftover from wrapping art. Cut to size, it works like the acetate.
Linda, I love that you repurpose the glassine - super smart! 🥰
Thank you! I've done the powder before but usually cut a piece of parchment paper which seems to work well.
I love having parchment paper in my studio - I just didn't have it in there the day I filmed this. 🥰
Thank you, the wax is an amazing discovery! I was looking for a solution because I make little painted and collaged books and sometimes the pages end up sticking together and tearing.
In my sketchbooks, I use a piece of non-stick baking paper (parchment paper in the US?) which has become a permanent fixture in my studio as I also use it for when I need to press down a piece I'm collaging.
Yes, parchment paper is awesome and can be used in so many ways in the studio! 🥰
VERY helpful. Thank you 😊 💓
You're welcome, Carmel!
I am new to geli printing, and after a great deal of research and discovering Your TH-cam tutorials, whichI have found to be the most instructive-thank you. You are so very generous in sharing your knowledge and experience with us so freely. I wonder if you might help me with a frustrating problem: I have been following tutorials for one-pull multilayers with stencils - but my prints will not pull of the pad. There is just a heavy plastic mat of paint that refuses to move. I am using acrylic paint (I'm an artist) some of which is high viscosity. Could it be the paint is too thick and heavy? Maybe I have applied the paint too heavily? Could you please help?
Thanks so much for this video.. much needed here. Mine is full of wax paper!
Great info! I've used wax paper on occasion.
Wax paper is a great option, Lynn! 🥰
I love the size of the sketchbook! What kind is it and where can I get one?
Parchment paper can also be used to protect the pages. I haven’t tried it when the sketchbook heats up, but otherwise a piece works well.
Very helpful video, Jackie, thank you!
I saw several people mentioned wax paper and I have a related question. I like to press my collages under weights while they're drying to keep them flat. They often have a top coat of matte medium, or have matte medium on the tissue paper I've collaged onto the piece. So far I've been using wax paper to keep the wet acrylic matte medium from sticking to the weight as the collage dries, but sometimes the wax paper will stick to the collage. Is there anything better (more non-stick) that I can use that wet matte medium won't stick to?
Very good to know. I have a lot of sticky ness going on.
I love the Dorland’s Wax! On all my art.. collages, watercolours etc. Thanks for this additional piece of advice!
You're welcome, Jennifer - Dorlands is great! 🥰
Awesome. TFS. Have a great day.❤
You're welcome, Michelle - you have a great day, too! 🥰
I have absolutely no problem with sticking as long as I use matte medium. If I use gloss medium, everything sticks.
Hello Jackie Thanks for your great tips.Can you tell me... Is mat medium varnish enough or cold wax should be put on top...or eventually under? 😊Do in Paris 🗼✈️🙏👋
ii'm using pan pastel colorless blender w/a dense ink pad/makeup blender brush... works sorta lime cornstarch without the messiness...
Question…for the one you used the wax on, do you wax both pieces of art that are facing each other, or waxing one is enough? TFS your expertise!
Good to know. Thx. 👍😍
You're welcome, Rozani - always good to see you! 🥰
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I have used wax paper and deli paper untill fully dry. What are the downsides of them?
No downsides at all - they are both great for protecting your pages. 🥰
I was super excited about this but the wax includes beeswax :( I'm on the hunt for a vegan product now... cornstarch it is for now.
Great point! If you do find a vegan wax that works, will you let me know? 🥰
Good video.
What will you use on your current project in your cookbook?