Thank you very much for this Liz I had a little practice today and succeeded! One little doubt I have however, is that if you are trying to sell your work , and do not succeed, you would not be able to remove the painting I presume! I love the look of it though!
Liz, wonderful stuff. Thank you for the awesome time and experience you give us. Just a note - I have heard from a friend in the art community that a certificate of authenticity actually further encourages art fraud. I had to think about it to understand that idea, but I can see it reinforcing fraud if a forger got ahold of your certificates and started reproducing them along with your art. It would only make it seem more real to a buyer. Anyhow, that's not from my art world experience, but a friend who's been in that world. Grain of salt and who really knows. 🤔😊
Thank you for your videos. This one in particular made me feel that I could actually attempt this method. I also appreciate your tips, tricks and techniques.
Aww thank you Liz I’m feeling very excited about this.. as I find ppl like Art on a canvas and don’t understand why Watercolours are on paper ppl just want the finished works so this is exciting for me I’m not sure why I’m so late to the game with this I’m sure doing prints like this works too awww yip exciting
Thanks Karlena. It’s a really nice way of presenting paintings. But did you know you can paint watercolour on canvas too? You need to peep with watercolour ground. There is a very good group on Facebook called ‘waxed watercolours’ which can give advice on mounting your paintings and I run ‘watercolours on canvas’ if you want to join.
@@LizChadertonStudio o lovely thank you yes I have painted on a canvas before but didn’t use anything just painted straight on it.. I only just joined that Facebook group yesterday I will join your one too thank you so much
I had to put together a frame or cradle board in two days. Framers are booked out 3 to 6 weeks. Your easy to follow instructions did the trick. Thanks for such concise and helpful information.
@@LizChadertonStudio really, do you have a tutorial to put togthether a frame or cradle board ? I cannot buy it in Iceland. unfortunately. Could I ask my framer to make them ? In case, I have no succes of doing it my self. Custom framing is very expensive. I know one framer, affordable. Perhaps I need to buy the right material in the hardware store. But I cannot ever describe what kind of material, pre- sawed. Anybody ? There is for sale at Cheap Joe´s. Usa Ampersand wood cradle frames. No wood cradle frames at Jackson´s Art, no Dorland wax either. Good luck. friends, and a big thanks to the great pioneer artist. Liz. The funny thing is I need to stop buying more art supplies. I am a beginner wc. painter. I need to learn how to paint first :) This is insane.
Thank you for the guidance on mounting, one question, what about UV protection? Would you add a spray varnish with UV protection afterwards or before- or none at all?
It is best to use pigments with the highest lightfastness wherever possible, after all ordinary glass has no uv protection either. I do sometimes use a spray varnish with uv protection after I have stuck it to the board and before waxing. I usually use matte, but the wax will alter the finish, so if you only have gloss that would work too and as it has no matting agents it will not cloud your work even if you use multiple layers.
Watching video in U.S. at 10 am. Do you think it is possible to mount the same size watercolor paper on the exact same size board without any issues and then paint your picture? Example: mount a 9 x 12" paper to a 9 x 12" board? Would it be too tricky since they are the same size with no wiggle room to adjust? Also I'm seeing that it is best to Gesso the board first , then apply the adhesive. Do you think Mod Podge would be ok or should I use Liquitex or Goldens, provided you think it would work. My goal is to use the watercolor paper I already have versus buying paintable watercolor boards. Framing is getting too costly. Thank you for your help! Very good video
Hi, I think if you are an accurate kind of person you should be fine. It gives a beautiful flat surface to work on. I would dampen the back of the paper first and that will slightly stretch the paper too…only a tiny bit, but that would give it a wiggle. Yes gesso first if poss (I have updated this film here th-cam.com/video/5viz8wXzVhc/w-d-xo.html). Mod Podge does work, but there are so many sorts. Make sure it is not water soluble. Acrylic medium might be safer. The only thing I would ask is how confident are you that every painting will work? I like to paint first, then mount in case the painting is not a keeper 😊
Hi Liz, love your videos, would it be possible to take an outline of the frame on the paper then cut the paper to size initially, is it possible to then do the painting once it is adhered to the frame?
Amazing, thank you so much. Please explain what to buff, buffing means, tried goggle translate, in vain. So excited to buy oversees the wood panel and the Dorland´s wax. Another question, did I understand you right, is it vital to seaæ the wood panel, and if so, what material is best to use, if Modge Pod is not enough.. I love all your utorials. Anyone her, if you know about this ? Good luck friends.
hi Helga, thanks for the lovely comments. Buffing is to rub the surface with a cloth to polish it and create a slight sheen. It is a good idea to seal the wood in case the acids from it leach into the paper. A layer of gesso is good. Have fun!
I haven’t ever tried that. I have stretched paper over stretcher bars and then painted. but I guess it would work. getting the edges and corners really sharp might be tricky.
it depends where in the world you are. you are looking for an archival, matte one with uv protection. Americans seem to like Krylon. in the uk, I am using Molotow at the moment. anything by Golden is good.
I am not a Mod Podge expert, so I cannot advise but you are looking for an acid free, flexible glue. recently I’ve started using acrylic medium 2- matte or gloss - and that works really well.
@@LizChadertonStudio Thank you for your quick response. I have managed to source some of the Modge Podge that I could see you used in your demo and the Dorlands wax is proving difficult to find so I have ordered some Gamblin wax as well as 4 wood cradle boards. I’m looking forward to having a go! Thanks very much for your tutorial. 😀
I have never done it on canvas, but I know other people have. I would be concerned that you have bounce in the canvas which would be at odds with the paper. Best thing is tonsearch here and see what you find!
Thank you very much for this Liz I had a little practice today and succeeded! One little doubt I have however, is that if you are trying to sell your work , and do not succeed, you would not be able to remove the painting I presume! I love the look of it though!
No, once it is mounted there is no way of removing it
I am going to try this now that I prefer working in watercolour!
Have fun!
Excellent video and really helpful! Thanks so much Liz 😁
Glad it was helpful!
Liz, wonderful stuff. Thank you for the awesome time and experience you give us. Just a note - I have heard from a friend in the art community that a certificate of authenticity actually further encourages art fraud. I had to think about it to understand that idea, but I can see it reinforcing fraud if a forger got ahold of your certificates and started reproducing them along with your art. It would only make it seem more real to a buyer. Anyhow, that's not from my art world experience, but a friend who's been in that world. Grain of salt and who really knows. 🤔😊
That’s an interesting perspective. I rarely get asked for them, but happy to provide if required.
Thank you for your videos. This one in particular made me feel that I could actually attempt this method. I also appreciate your tips, tricks and techniques.
Brilliant. It is such a nice way of presenting your paintings and very straight forward!
Aww thank you Liz I’m feeling very excited about this.. as I find ppl like Art on a canvas and don’t understand why Watercolours are on paper ppl just want the finished works so this is exciting for me I’m not sure why I’m so late to the game with this I’m sure doing prints like this works too awww yip exciting
Ps your art is gorgeous a new follower here 🥰
Thanks Karlena. It’s a really nice way of presenting paintings. But did you know you can paint watercolour on canvas too? You need to peep with watercolour ground. There is a very good group on Facebook called ‘waxed watercolours’ which can give advice on mounting your paintings and I run ‘watercolours on canvas’ if you want to join.
@@LizChadertonStudio o lovely thank you yes I have painted on a canvas before but didn’t use anything just painted straight on it.. I only just joined that Facebook group yesterday I will join your one too thank you so much
thanks Liz. You explained it so well andddddddddddddddd I LOVE your wonkey donkey :)
I was at the donkey sanctuary only last week
Thank you Liz! This I very helpful and that owl and donkey are fun! The owl is amazing!
Thank you. I rather screwed it up by filming the wrong thing! But hopefully it makes sense
Thanks!
so glad you found it helpful. And many thanks for supporting this channel! That’s very generous of you.
@@LizChadertonStudio
I had to put together a frame or cradle board in two days. Framers are booked out 3 to 6 weeks. Your easy to follow instructions did the trick. Thanks for such concise and helpful information.
@@darlenedelaney1759 I’m delighted!
@@LizChadertonStudio really, do you have a tutorial to put togthether a frame or cradle board ? I cannot buy it in Iceland. unfortunately. Could I ask my framer to make them ? In case, I have no succes of doing it my self. Custom framing is very expensive. I know one framer, affordable. Perhaps I need to buy the right material in the hardware store. But I cannot ever describe what kind of material, pre- sawed. Anybody ? There is for sale at Cheap Joe´s. Usa Ampersand wood cradle frames. No wood cradle frames at Jackson´s Art, no Dorland wax either. Good luck. friends, and a big thanks to the great pioneer artist. Liz. The funny thing is I need to stop buying more art supplies. I am a beginner wc. painter. I need to learn how to paint first :) This is insane.
Thank you for the guidance on mounting, one question, what about UV protection? Would you add a spray varnish with UV protection afterwards or before- or none at all?
It is best to use pigments with the highest lightfastness wherever possible, after all ordinary glass has no uv protection either. I do sometimes use a spray varnish with uv protection after I have stuck it to the board and before waxing. I usually use matte, but the wax will alter the finish, so if you only have gloss that would work too and as it has no matting agents it will not cloud your work even if you use multiple layers.
Watching video in U.S. at 10 am. Do you think it is possible to mount the same size watercolor paper on the exact same size board without any issues and then paint your picture? Example: mount a 9 x 12" paper to a 9 x 12" board? Would it be too tricky since they are the same size with no wiggle room to adjust? Also I'm seeing that it is best to Gesso the board first , then apply the adhesive. Do you think Mod Podge would be ok or should I use Liquitex or Goldens, provided you think it would work. My goal is to use the watercolor paper I already have versus buying paintable watercolor boards. Framing is getting too costly. Thank you for your help! Very good video
Hi, I think if you are an accurate kind of person you should be fine. It gives a beautiful flat surface to work on. I would dampen the back of the paper first and that will slightly stretch the paper too…only a tiny bit, but that would give it a wiggle. Yes gesso first if poss (I have updated this film here th-cam.com/video/5viz8wXzVhc/w-d-xo.html). Mod Podge does work, but there are so many sorts. Make sure it is not water soluble. Acrylic medium might be safer. The only thing I would ask is how confident are you that every painting will work? I like to paint first, then mount in case the painting is not a keeper 😊
Hi Liz, love your videos, would it be possible to take an outline of the frame on the paper then cut the paper to size initially, is it possible to then do the painting once it is adhered to the frame?
you can adhere tge paper first and tge. paint - it’s a great surface. but if it goes wrong, then you’ve wasted an expensive board….
@@LizChadertonStudio yes, you are right, Zita Brisbane, Australia 🦘🦘 Thank you
Some people do, but I am never 100% I will like a painting enough!@@zitaocarroll4925
Amazing, thank you so much. Please explain what to buff, buffing means, tried goggle translate, in vain. So excited to buy oversees the wood panel and the Dorland´s wax. Another question, did I understand you right, is it vital to seaæ the wood panel, and if so, what material is best to use, if Modge Pod is not enough.. I love all your utorials. Anyone her, if you know about this ? Good luck friends.
hi Helga, thanks for the lovely comments. Buffing is to rub the surface with a cloth to polish it and create a slight sheen. It is a good idea to seal the wood in case the acids from it leach into the paper. A layer of gesso is good. Have fun!
Have you ever tried "wrapping" the edges rather than cutting them? Maybe in a second step after the front is dry?
I haven’t ever tried that. I have stretched paper over stretcher bars and then painted. but I guess it would work. getting the edges and corners really sharp might be tricky.
Hi I've had some prints done of my artwork, could i do the same with those too or is this only for watercolour!
yes, prints would work too!
@@LizChadertonStudio thankyou for your reply 🤗
Hello Liz
Have you used a fixative spray for watercolour? If so, do you have a recommendation on which brand?
it depends where in the world you are. you are looking for an archival, matte one with uv protection. Americans seem to like Krylon. in the uk, I am using Molotow at the moment. anything by Golden is good.
Hi Liz, There are different versions of Modge Podge - which one do you recommend?
I am not a Mod Podge expert, so I cannot advise but you are looking for an acid free, flexible glue. recently I’ve started using acrylic medium 2- matte or gloss - and that works really well.
@@LizChadertonStudio Thank you for your quick response. I have managed to source some of the Modge Podge that I could see you used in your demo and the Dorlands wax is proving difficult to find so I have ordered some Gamblin wax as well as 4 wood cradle boards. I’m looking forward to having a go! Thanks very much for your tutorial. 😀
@@lyndabrooks2740 I hope you enjoy this way of presenting your paintings as much as I do!
Would it work the same adhering to a canvas?
I have never done it on canvas, but I know other people have. I would be concerned that you have bounce in the canvas which would be at odds with the paper. Best thing is tonsearch here and see what you find!
Just checked and things like this might help m.th-cam.com/video/1IPqbyV4L-A/w-d-xo.html
Liz what size are these
Hi - 40cm square