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I use distilled water, a squirt of Dawn dish detergent, and a couple drops rubbing alcohol. Put it in a spray bottle. Mist a paper towel to clean my paintings. As for varnishing I do use the liquitex medium and varnish. That can be watered down up to 25%. I then pour it on my painting. Absolutely no brush Strokes. It seems to be self-leveling. Just make sure you're painting is level. I'm still learning myself
I didn't realise the Liquitex medium and varnish could be watered down. That's a really useful tip, thank you. I've just varnished my first two paintings, applying it with a make-up sponge but still got the odd "brush" type mark. A final layer poured on, spread, and the excess sponged off seems to have solved that but I'd prefer to avoid marks in the first place if I can.
@@debbiethomas3687 Glad you were able to get it smooth. That was a genius idea. The downside of liquitex is that it crazes so pouring it on can be tricky but you solved that buy sponging off the excess. Doing that without a mark... awesomesauce!!!!! I haven't varnished in months ack!!! DId you use the make up sponge to sponge it off too?
I just happened to catch your varnish video when I was searching for non-toxic sealants. Very informative! Thank you. I will watch more as I love your paintings.
i havnt gotten to that stage yet but now you got me thinking i should protect my work its funny how i was looking at one thing and getting something else from it as i am still watching your video u hav some really awesome pieces there great work!
Thanks for the tips, and for keeping it real and making me smile with the kids and the dog in the background! 😂 Gotta love ya, with all that going on, you still find a way to do what makes you happy.
Thank you! I've just watched about 20 videos and yours explained it all so much better than any of the rest. I'm about to varnish a couple of paintings to go into a local exhibition, so need to do it right. Never done brush on varnishing before! Thanks heaps ❤️❤️❤️
Good tutorial with kids and pets included and the slow-mo techniques visuals so folks could get a good comparison look. Ignore those who have nothing better to do than criticize others. MinWax (or most any good brand of) water based polycrylic is the most recommended acrylic sealant as well as use for image transfer. I tend to use the spray more often for even application. When using liquid form, I pour it then, spread and remove excess lightly with the flat side of a straight edge, similar to what is done after pouring cement. If you round off one side, the edge won't dig in as you pull it (think of snow sled rails). For me, rollers have a tendency to 'lift' the product it is rolling out creating undesired air bubbles and/or texture. Beautiful artwork.
I highly recommend Gamvar varnish. It can be used with both acrylic and oil. you will need gamsol thinner to clean the brush. I found it to be a very smooth brush free finish. Better than either liquitex or minwax. really brings out the color.
i am watching this video because im getting ready to varnish my first paintings (18 of them). it is very addictive. i am hoping to learn so as to not have a bad finish. wanting nice ans smooth. thank you.
Thank you so much Meghan! I have used the liquitex and got the ridges too! I also got bubbles, but when I used my hand, like finger painting the bubbles worked themselves out. I was probably going too quickly? I'm not sure.
Wonderful informative video. Just what I was looking for. Loved the children in the background! Lots better than any music I've heard. How you could multi-task like that I am envious!!
Thank you for the sweet words. I'm not sure I am good at multi tasking, lol. I constantly do really weird things when my mind is on things other than what I am doing. I pack my husband's lunch sometimes and one day he called and teased me because I gave him a baby spoon to eat a salad with. 😂
You may want to switch to a 2 inch soft bristle brush, better coverage, and less marks. As you cover faster, the poly will not dry like with a small brush and self level better.
I’m just starting to varnish my first paintings and I’ve had tons of bubbles and bubble problems. How do I get the least about of bubbles, and get bubbles out
HI, I'm a newbie in the early stages of video watching and purchasing materials (can't wait to make a painting) - in one of the videos on varnishing, I learned that when using silicone (especially if you use the Coconut Milk Serum) you need to remove it completely or else the varnish will repel. She sprinkled baby powder (you can also use cornstarch) all over the painting and dabbed it with a soft brush then repeated the step - allowing the powder to sit for a while to absorb the remaining silicone, then brushed it off and finally wiped the painting with a solution of Dawn, water and alcohol. It sounded like a lot of steps, but may be worth the effort - have any of you tried doing this? I'm open to ALL suggestions. Many thanks.
Dolores Jonusas Unless you use deco art top coat as a varnish, you do need to clean the silicone I personally don't like the baby powder/baking method. Acrylic paint is porous so I don't want to introduce anything that might get stuck in the tiny pours. A lot of people do use that method and like it though. I use a little bit of alcohol on a damp cloth to rub off any silicone. I usually go over it twice. Takes about 2 minutes and dries in seconds. I know one person told me her painting smeared a bit with alcohol, but I haven't had an issue. It may depend on what medium is used. I would recommend testing a small canvas with whatever method you choose to see what works for you. :)
Great informative video! That's for sharing. Just an FYI - there's no harm in thinning the Liquitex varnish. I'm pretty sure the back of the bottle says you can thin it with water up to 25%.
Here is where I have to admit that I don't water it down out of shear laziness. Lol Although I did once when I was varnishing about 15 paintings and it did make it easier.
Hi Meghan! Thank you so much for this video! I am just curious - I noticed in the video you washed the brush and then continued on to your next piece with the polycrylic... When using the polycrylic, does the brush need to be completely dry? or can it be a little damp from washing? Have you noticed a damp brush fogging up the finish on your paintings? Thank you in advance!
I only use a dry brush for the first coat because I have one varnish brush and I do coats 2 hours apart which doesn't give my brush time to dry. I have never had a problem.
Silicone helps to create cells. This is much cheaper than resin. I love resin and the beautiful depth it achieves, but I don't work with it very much for a variety of reasons including cost. Pouring mediums such as floetrol and basics matte fluid medium are much more affordable. Paint ranges quite a bit and you use more paint with pouring than in resin, but most paints are reasonably priced. Hope that answered your question. :)
When I clean silicone off paintings, I just gently wash it with dish soap and water with a dampened paper towel. I learned that for Ann Osborne and it has worked really well for me so far. My only issues tend to be that, in my negative space pours, little fuzz bits from my brush stick to the white parts. No matter how thoroughly I wash my brush, there still is fuzz in it. Maybe I need a different brush I’m really not sure, but I’m wary to ruin any more paintings with fuzz!
What varnish are you using? Minwax polycrylic self levels very well. You can use a silicone spreader from the baking department, the ones with small groves work best. Artist's gloss varnish won't self level though.
have you ever cleaned etc the pour and then use the varnish mini wax the one you favor I use that too, but can you mix the mica powder in the varnish and put on the finished pour is it possible
excuse me after cleaning the painting with alcohol, step immediately the liquitex.Non aspect between one operation and the other, is it wrong? Can something happen? thank you so much
I have seen quite a few people mention that. I have not had that issue so I'm not sure I know the cause or how to avoid it. If you are in a pouring group on facebook, you might get some answers there. Sorry I couldn't help.
Sorry I should pass the final paint on fluid painting, which I can use inside without problems (glossy finish paint) Or there is no problem for any? I ask because I have no chance of being outside, it's a problem for me, thank you
If you are asking if you need the varnish, the answer is mostly yes. It protects the painting from dust and dirt in the air, it also allows you to wipe it off with a damp cloth if needed.
@@EtherealOrbAbastractArt Excuse me I do not write well in English, I wanted to know if the liquitex paint you use can be used inside or I have to stay in an open environment. Thanks
Oh, okay, I misunderstood. No worries, I can't imagine trying to master a second language. You can absolutely use the liquitex inside. I am always inside when I varnish. Just stick with the brush on and away from the sprays and you will be fine :)
Acrylic paint is porous so over time, without a varnish it will get particles, such as dust and pet dander suck in it. Basically the varnish preserves it and makes it so you can wipe it clean with a damp cloth. It also brings a little life back to it after it dulls from drying.
I know that it does not enter with the video in question, I wondered for a while 'that I use acrylic on canvas, I created a corner in the kitchen because I do not have a laboratory, but it is toxic? Until now I have never asked myself the problem is to say that I have been painting for quite some time with fluid painting . Thank you
those bristles on that brush are the problem its like using a hair brush you need a softer brush you can roll it on wont leave any streaks or strokes with a sponge roller should be really smooth that way
linda meanbean thanks. I have seen people use sponges. I am kind of hesitant to change now that I have gotten the brush technique down and don't have brush marks. I need to try on a painting I don't care about I guess because it does look faster.
you should try it heres the reason ive mentioned it i paint houses and have had to paint things where the customer would freak out if thee was a streak so i had no choice and had never tried using a sponge rolloer ihave to tell you its amazingandfaster like you said try it on something you dont care to much about works really well on front doors or cabinets as well
@@EtherealOrbAbastractArt I just used a sponge for the first time with the liquitex medium gloss thinned just a little and my piece turned out great with no texture or ridges.
I recently tried to varnish with polycrylic. I let the paint cure for 4 weeks. I cleaned my painting with alcohol as well, but for some reason I got a bunch of tiny cracks all over the place? Anyone else have this issue? And how do I stop it from happening? I don't want to varnish anymore paintings until I solve this problem! Luckily I used a tester painting, not one of my favorite pieces, so I'm ok with that one getting ruined.
I have heard this a lot. I no longer use it. I haven't had it happen, but I'm not a "it hasn't happened to me, so I'm not goign to worry about it." person. I'm sorry for the late reply. I would stick with an artist varnish like liquitex for the best results. Kind of a bummer because it is more expensive, but at least there won't be any ruined paintings.
Well done..... but for beginners you will get a better flow if you do not hold your brush down so low, brushing is done with the wrist movement. Also go a bit faster there is not reason to go so slow and you will get a more even coat.
Jacqui Douglas thanks for the tips! As far as speed goes, I am a bit faster when I'm not talking. talking and doing things quickly at the same time is not a skill I have managed to learn yet! lol
Your brush is too hard the bristles are not the right kind for varnish, you need softer bristles for varnish. Fantastic and informative video, Thank you for sharing and Bless your family and you
@@EtherealOrbAbastractArt Yes, I wait two weeks, I talk about the final paint (liquitex/policryl) between one hand and the other I spend an hour, okay?
i don't know why brush strokes would bother people. paintings have brush strokes, nothing says this type of painting has to be glass-flat and flawless. i think adds the human touch to it all and makes it look it's not mass made pours from china done by macine (there are such things!) could only watch 3 minutes, was getting car sick watching all the fast motion close up flashes of the paintings.
I don’t use a brush. Pour it on and tilt excess back into the can. One coat. Have never had any problems with cloudiness
Are you using the polycrylic?
Yes
I use distilled water, a squirt of Dawn dish detergent, and a couple drops rubbing alcohol. Put it in a spray bottle. Mist a paper towel to clean my paintings. As for varnishing I do use the liquitex medium and varnish. That can be watered down up to 25%. I then pour it on my painting. Absolutely no brush Strokes. It seems to be self-leveling. Just make sure you're painting is level. I'm still learning myself
Thanks for sharing what works for you! 💜
I didn't realise the Liquitex medium and varnish could be watered down. That's a really useful tip, thank you. I've just varnished my first two paintings, applying it with a make-up sponge but still got the odd "brush" type mark. A final layer poured on, spread, and the excess sponged off seems to have solved that but I'd prefer to avoid marks in the first place if I can.
@@debbiethomas3687 Glad you were able to get it smooth. That was a genius idea. The downside of liquitex is that it crazes so pouring it on can be tricky but you solved that buy sponging off the excess. Doing that without a mark... awesomesauce!!!!! I haven't varnished in months ack!!! DId you use the make up sponge to sponge it off too?
I just happened to catch your varnish video when I was searching for non-toxic sealants. Very informative! Thank you. I will watch more as I love your paintings.
I love the kids they sound so sweet. Good informative video.
i havnt gotten to that stage yet but now you got me thinking i should protect my work its funny how i was looking at one thing and getting something else from it as i am still watching your video u hav some really awesome pieces there great work!
linda meanbean thank you so much!
Thanks so much. I needed this. I usually don’t Varnish my regular paintings. However needed the help with the pour paints.👍🏻
Thanks for the tips, and for keeping it real and making me smile with the kids and the dog in the background! 😂 Gotta love ya, with all that going on, you still find a way to do what makes you happy.
Thank you so much. I appreciate the encouragement!
Your paintings are really beautiful!!!
Thank you! I've just watched about 20 videos and yours explained it all so much better than any of the rest. I'm about to varnish a couple of paintings to go into a local exhibition, so need to do it right. Never done brush on varnishing before! Thanks heaps ❤️❤️❤️
Thank you! I glad it was helpful!
Good tutorial with kids and pets included and the slow-mo techniques visuals so folks could get a good comparison look. Ignore those who have nothing better to do than criticize others. MinWax (or most any good brand of) water based polycrylic is the most recommended acrylic sealant as well as use for image transfer. I tend to use the spray more often for even application. When using liquid form, I pour it then, spread and remove excess lightly with the flat side of a straight edge, similar to what is done after pouring cement. If you round off one side, the edge won't dig in as you pull it (think of snow sled rails). For me, rollers have a tendency to 'lift' the product it is rolling out creating undesired air bubbles and/or texture. Beautiful artwork.
Thank you so much! I really appreciate it. I never thought to pour and spread. I may have to try that.
Love the video and the kids. Thank you.
This video is amazing! Thank you. It's so helpful.
The Marshmallow Kid thank you.💜
I highly recommend Gamvar varnish. It can be used with both acrylic and oil. you will need gamsol thinner to clean the brush.
I found it to be a very smooth brush free finish. Better than either liquitex or minwax. really brings out the color.
magoo saki thanks!
Gamvar is the most foolproof varnish I've ever used!!! a little goes a very long way too. You'll NEVER get brush strokes! that's best part.
have to try that too!
I completely agree! Gamvar is excellent for oils and acrylics.
How is the Gamvar Matt Varnish
Great video. Thank you!
You have sweet children, they are really patient with their Mom.
Thanks, they have their moments HAHA
The sponge works really good. It doesn't leave streaks.
Thanks good to know.
i am watching this video because im getting ready to varnish my first paintings (18 of them). it is very addictive. i am hoping to learn so as to not have a bad finish. wanting nice ans smooth. thank you.
It is very addicting LOL I hope this helped. It was my don't make my mistakes tutorial. haha
Thank you so much. It's was very helpful
Thanks so much
Awesome video! Just subscribed
Thank you so much Meghan! I have used the liquitex and got the ridges too! I also got bubbles, but when I used my hand, like finger painting the bubbles worked themselves out. I was probably going too quickly? I'm not sure.
Sorry for the late reply. Thanks great tip!
Im going to be safe and spray finish. Its too cold right now so i might try this and see how it works out. Seems like soft is key.
I have sprayed a few. I don't have a good place inside to spray so I can only do that when it is nice outside. It is much faster and easier though!
You need a soft 2 inch brush with synthetic bristles so you wont leave marks
Wonderful informative video. Just what I was looking for. Loved the children in the background! Lots better than any music I've heard. How you could multi-task like that I am envious!!
Thank you for the sweet words. I'm not sure I am good at multi tasking, lol. I constantly do really weird things when my mind is on things other than what I am doing. I pack my husband's lunch sometimes and one day he called and teased me because I gave him a baby spoon to eat a salad with. 😂
You may want to switch to a 2 inch soft bristle brush, better coverage, and less marks. As you cover faster, the poly will not dry like with a small brush and self level better.
I am going to try and roll it instead of brushing. That might be smoother.
Good idea! Let me know how it goes.
I apply Liquitex by hand and a thicker coat and it settles itself and leaves no strokes/brush marks/ridges etc.
Do you use the gloss medium and varnish? I find that it does not self level so any texture left in it will stay.
I’m just starting to varnish my first paintings and I’ve had tons of bubbles and bubble problems. How do I get the least about of bubbles, and get bubbles out
Koby Schundlemire pop them with a heat gun
A varnish brush (about 3 or 4 ") with a tampered edge will make the work go faster with no problems with lines or strokes.
HI, I'm a newbie in the early stages of video watching and purchasing materials (can't wait to make a painting) - in one of the videos on varnishing, I learned that when using silicone (especially if you use the Coconut Milk Serum) you need to remove it completely or else the varnish will repel. She sprinkled baby powder (you can also use cornstarch) all over the painting and dabbed it with a soft brush then repeated the step - allowing the powder to sit for a while to absorb the remaining silicone, then brushed it off and finally wiped the painting with a solution of Dawn, water and alcohol. It sounded like a lot of steps, but may be worth the effort - have any of you tried doing this? I'm open to ALL suggestions. Many thanks.
Dolores Jonusas Unless you use deco art top coat as a varnish, you do need to clean the silicone I personally don't like the baby powder/baking method. Acrylic paint is porous so I don't want to introduce anything that might get stuck in the tiny pours. A lot of people do use that method and like it though. I use a little bit of alcohol on a damp cloth to rub off any silicone. I usually go over it twice. Takes about 2 minutes and dries in seconds. I know one person told me her painting smeared a bit with alcohol, but I haven't had an issue. It may depend on what medium is used. I would recommend testing a small canvas with whatever method you choose to see what works for you. :)
Great informative video! That's for sharing.
Just an FYI - there's no harm in thinning the Liquitex varnish. I'm pretty sure the back of the bottle says you can thin it with water up to 25%.
Here is where I have to admit that I don't water it down out of shear laziness. Lol Although I did once when I was varnishing about 15 paintings and it did make it easier.
Ethereal Orb Abstract Art LOL! I can relate on the laziness, girl!
Ethereal Orb Abstract Art b
Hi Meghan! Thank you so much for this video! I am just curious - I noticed in the video you washed the brush and then continued on to your next piece with the polycrylic... When using the polycrylic, does the brush need to be completely dry? or can it be a little damp from washing? Have you noticed a damp brush fogging up the finish on your paintings? Thank you in advance!
I only use a dry brush for the first coat because I have one varnish brush and I do coats 2 hours apart which doesn't give my brush time to dry. I have never had a problem.
I love yr paintings, just beautiful... Thanks for showing us how to apply varnish. Why did u put silicone? Is what yr doing cheaper than resin? Thxs
Silicone helps to create cells. This is much cheaper than resin. I love resin and the beautiful depth it achieves, but I don't work with it very much for a variety of reasons including cost. Pouring mediums such as floetrol and basics matte fluid medium are much more affordable. Paint ranges quite a bit and you use more paint with pouring than in resin, but most paints are reasonably priced. Hope that answered your question. :)
You can brush a few times. Brush one way and then brush the other way to get rid of any lines.
When I clean silicone off paintings, I just gently wash it with dish soap and water with a dampened paper towel. I learned that for Ann Osborne and it has worked really well for me so far. My only issues tend to be that, in my negative space pours, little fuzz bits from my brush stick to the white parts. No matter how thoroughly I wash my brush, there still is fuzz in it. Maybe I need a different brush I’m really not sure, but I’m wary to ruin any more paintings with fuzz!
What varnish are you using? Minwax polycrylic self levels very well. You can use a silicone spreader from the baking department, the ones with small groves work best. Artist's gloss varnish won't self level though.
have you ever cleaned etc the pour and then use the varnish mini wax the one you favor I use that too, but can you mix the mica powder in the varnish and put on the finished pour is it possible
You could do that. Mica powders are pretty opaque though so too much and you will cover you r painting.
Do u have the video for the black and red pour?
Yes I do th-cam.com/video/Z6oSredHnK8/w-d-xo.html
Just bought the thick version of this brand
maybe you should use resin on them and have a glass finish those pieces are really nice..
linda meanbean I have used resin. I like it, but it is so fussy to work with.
Have you ever tried the minwax polycrylic spray? Was wondering how that might work. Love your art! Thanks for sharing!
I have not tried the spray. I know people really like it though. Thank you so much!
Meghan Dawson Ethereal Orb Art
Bunnings have it Meghan and sometimes Officeworks. .
Good luck
Try a foam brush from the art store. Less streaks.
How soon did you varnish your paintings?
I wait at least 2 weeks, usually longer because I procrastinate! LOL
excuse me after cleaning the painting with alcohol, step immediately the liquitex.Non aspect between one operation and the other, is it wrong? Can something happen? thank you so much
The alcohol evaporates very quickly so you only need a few minutes in between cleaning and varnishing.
Why do you apply it so hard with all the pressure on the brush
Polyacrylic gets me tiny cracks...a lot...any advise?
I have seen quite a few people mention that. I have not had that issue so I'm not sure I know the cause or how to avoid it. If you are in a pouring group on facebook, you might get some answers there. Sorry I couldn't help.
Lol your dog got my dogs barking.
Bahaha! Sorry about that.
Smear some Petroleum Jelly on the THREADS (not the cap) to prevent seize. Use my head. Thanks for tips. Nice video.
loved the video..good information...but I have to say the children were great but the topper was the dog..
excuse me after three weeks my alcohol soaked paper makes more paint than yours.why?the paint of the painting is definitely dry.can it happen?
Sorry I should pass the final paint on fluid painting, which I can use inside without problems (glossy finish paint) Or there is no problem for any? I ask because I have no chance of being outside, it's a problem for me, thank you
If you are asking if you need the varnish, the answer is mostly yes. It protects the painting from dust and dirt in the air, it also allows you to wipe it off with a damp cloth if needed.
@@EtherealOrbAbastractArt Excuse me I do not write well in English, I wanted to know if the liquitex paint you use can be used inside or I have to stay in an open environment. Thanks
Oh, okay, I misunderstood. No worries, I can't imagine trying to master a second language. You can absolutely use the liquitex inside. I am always inside when I varnish. Just stick with the brush on and away from the sprays and you will be fine :)
I'm new to this. Why do you varnish your paintings?? Why do you rub them with alcohol??
Acrylic paint is porous so over time, without a varnish it will get particles, such as dust and pet dander suck in it. Basically the varnish preserves it and makes it so you can wipe it clean with a damp cloth. It also brings a little life back to it after it dulls from drying.
Sorry how long it takes to completely dry the final paint
I wait at least 2-3 weeks before varnishing.
I know that it does not enter with the video in question, I wondered for a while 'that I use acrylic on canvas, I created a corner in the kitchen because I do not have a laboratory, but it is toxic? Until now I have never asked myself the problem is to say that I have been painting for quite some time with fluid painting . Thank you
It is non toxic.I paint inside in a small room, it isn't a problem at all :)
@@EtherealOrbAbastractArt You were really very kind, thank you and good work.
those bristles on that brush are the problem its like using a hair brush you need a softer brush you can roll it on wont leave any streaks or strokes with a sponge roller should be really smooth that way
linda meanbean thanks. I have seen people use sponges. I am kind of hesitant to change now that I have gotten the brush technique down and don't have brush marks. I need to try on a painting I don't care about I guess because it does look faster.
you should try it heres the reason ive mentioned it i paint houses and have had to paint things where the customer would freak out if thee was a streak so i had no choice and had never tried using a sponge rolloer ihave to tell you its amazingandfaster like you said try it on something you dont care to much about works really well on front doors or cabinets as well
@@EtherealOrbAbastractArt I just used a sponge for the first time with the liquitex medium gloss thinned just a little and my piece turned out great with no texture or ridges.
My construction worker used roller sponges left no ridges on cabinets with polycrylic
Hi Meghan, did you do a follow up video for this, with the finished results
I did not. To be honest, I didn't even give that a thought.
Meghan Dawson Ethereal Orb Art I was watching somebody the other day, using a sponge, so very quick and no marks
Meghan Dawson Ethereal Orb Art it was Ann Osborn, video 473
you need to coat it 7 times with drying gaps of 46,56,96 and so on
Your method ensures yellowing over time, no? Polycrylic yellows.
I recently tried to varnish with polycrylic. I let the paint cure for 4 weeks. I cleaned my painting with alcohol as well, but for some reason I got a bunch of tiny cracks all over the place? Anyone else have this issue? And how do I stop it from happening? I don't want to varnish anymore paintings until I solve this problem! Luckily I used a tester painting, not one of my favorite pieces, so I'm ok with that one getting ruined.
I have heard this a lot. I no longer use it. I haven't had it happen, but I'm not a "it hasn't happened to me, so I'm not goign to worry about it." person. I'm sorry for the late reply. I would stick with an artist varnish like liquitex for the best results. Kind of a bummer because it is more expensive, but at least there won't be any ruined paintings.
I did end up using liquitex varnish and havent had a problem since! I love that stuff!
Well done..... but for beginners you will get a better flow if you do not hold your brush down so low, brushing is done with the wrist movement. Also go a bit faster there is not reason to go so slow and you will get a more even coat.
Jacqui Douglas thanks for the tips! As far as speed goes, I am a bit faster when I'm not talking. talking and doing things quickly at the same time is not a skill I have managed to learn yet! lol
When is the right time to varnish? Is 3 days fine?
2 weeks is really better to make sure all the moisture is out of the paint. If it isn't your varnish can become cloudy.
@@EtherealOrbAbastractArt thank you so much! I saw a lot of videos, till i get this information ... in a comment ! 😊
Your brush is too hard the bristles are not the right kind for varnish, you need softer bristles for varnish. Fantastic and informative video, Thank you for sharing and Bless your family and you
Thank you for the tips. Blessings to you and yours. 💜
I use a final water varnish, but let dry one hour between coats, it is dry to the touch, all right ?thanks and sorry for my English
Varnish should really only be applied after the painting has about 3 weeks to fully cure :)
@@EtherealOrbAbastractArt Yes, I wait two weeks, I talk about the final paint (liquitex/policryl) between one hand and the other I spend an hour, okay?
How long do you spend between coats (liquitex) , sorry
min wax where do you get it as i am in australia is it over here
I'm not really sure. A paint should have something comperable even if they don't have minwax brand.
You can purchase the Minwax polycrylic at Walmart and Amazon.
Jesislov7 yeah but postage is soooooo much it’s way more th an the product
I’m having trouble too Deborah doesnt it make you frustrated when you see them all use it and.....you can’t get it!
Lol did I hear a horse in the background or am I going insane?
Haha! No horse unless it was a toy. In this house who kniows. Lol
It looks plasticky ... after varnish
You can used a matte varnish that would not be shinny at all if you don't like the shine look 😀
i don't know why brush strokes would bother people. paintings have brush strokes, nothing says this type of painting has to be glass-flat and flawless. i think adds the human touch to it all and makes it look it's not mass made pours from china done by macine (there are such things!) could only watch 3 minutes, was getting car sick watching all the fast motion close up flashes of the paintings.
Oh my god,
Noisy
Rosa Elena García - don't watch it if you don't like it.
Mandy Roy Isn't the noise of children and life, a God given Joy! I loved it.