Varnishing a Canvas Giclee Print
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- See Gallery Street's techniques when varnishing a canvas giclee print by John Scarpati with very heavy ink coverage. This is printed on Breathing Color's Chromata White Canvas and coated with Breathing Color's Glamour II.
This video shows the first of two coats. It is very impotant to use just the right amount of varnish. The method creates a perfect sprayed-like finish. - แนวปฏิบัติและการใช้ชีวิต
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Nice video and we love your enthusiasm!
Heeeey....I got in loved with your performer John Scarpatti! Was funny and usefull ! :))
He's got the technique!
Talking about the Plastic Surgeon? Those are some the BEST looking Storeboughts I have ever seen (and I Looked)
I'd like to buy that guy a drink, he has delivered on all Fronts.
So cool love it :)
I really enjoyed this video. John seems cool to hang out with.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Any Questions... I don't think so!... I think not..... Love It!!!!
John, very nice video. I have a question, would you varnish or stretch your print first?
I wasn't sure if the varnish would show any cracks while framing. Thanks
I have a few questions. What size roller is that? 9" or 12"? I can't find any high density foam rollers in the UK over 4" wide.
Do you get bubbles left behind if you use a normal foam roller?
Your technique is certainly quick and looks like an even finish.
I love your attitude ..dude.. it's very kool
Hubert -Williams Thanks! We are all just people and life should be fun, friendly, and open. I much appreciate your feedback and your comments. Be well and stay safe in this wacko time of ours!
"not to tacky... not to wet". NICE!
john how can i crackle finish a thick glossy finish?
wonderful thank u
Thx u.
Woooow coool
Maestro !!
Ha! Thanks. We still do it like that but we use tape to hold down the canvas. All the best to you!
grande!!!
Scarpati is quite the talent....
You've got it no daught, we'll done brother
Tajudeen Olayemi Afolabi thanks!
What kind of varnish?
Trying to figure out where to buy the HD foam rollers. I've google for about an hour, I've gone to every hardware store in my area...nothing. The biggest I can find are 6" ones.
I use Wooster Pro Tiz rollers. Make sure its PRO TIZ, not the regular TIZ. The pro TIZ are thinner and denser. Your going to have to find a store that will order them for you from wooster. They come in 9" but can be cut with a mat knife or like I do with a band saw to fit a variety of different frames. ( clean off all the loose bits with a shot of dry high pressure air. You don't want crumbs on the print. ) It's really important to finish with single strokes in one direction over lapping. I give the roller frame a slight torque so the covering wet edge has less pressure than the leading dryer edge to more smoothly cover lines. Practice.
Go to a pro paint store ! They should have what you need or where to go !
www.foampromfg.com/portfolio-view/9-inch-foam-super-smooth-surface-paint-roller-cover-2/
what is the varnish brand/model? could it be used on inkjet prints as well? TNX
Think im asking same
Does this Varnish work on non Canvas prints, Matte, Gloss and normal print outs?
this is an inkjet print. that's what giclee means.
the result is great but it is matte or glossy...? please answer :) thank you
Glossy.
Wish you had shown a close up before and after.
What does this varnish do?? Can we mix glitter in this varnish?? And then apply?
It protects the print. You'd be ill-advised to put glitter in varnish.
Heya
Does this Varnish work on non Canvas prints, Matte, Gloss and normal print outs?
Hi Mr. Scarpati. What brand varnish do you use?
Mr. Scarpati is the photographer. He's very talented. We like many types of varnish. We recommend water-based.
Should we varnish after the embellishment on Giclée prints?
Varnish is always better after embellishment. That way you will have a uniform finish.
How did he manage to get 366 subscribers in only 7 years? He must have a massive family.
Art matters, people invest of themselves into their images however created, to be so disrespectful is unacceptable. My comment to anyone who is new to any imagery and thinking of taking them to a print finisher and framer, 99.9999% have much more respect for you and your work. They certainly don’t think it’s something to take the P out of and to clown around with. Normally if I don’t like a video I just move on, after all the TH-camr has made the video out of their own time and money. But if the video is detrimental in any way to those new to any imagery, either photographic or another medium, then it needs to be pointed out it’s wrong.
If you go to your local art shop, or framing supplies, they will advise you what varnishes etc to use. I use an environmentally friendly one and it’s amazing how far it goes, more thin coats are better than too much at once. Please, please, please don’t think this is the only video on TH-cam, there are genuine people, who understand the process and genuinely want to help rather than massage their own ego.
Hey Mark Harris, thanks for your feedback. We've been producing high-quality giclee prints since 2002. Over those 18 years we've developed great techniques for producing long lasting works of art. Without a doubt, we change and we evolve as we learn. This video was intended to have fun and to educate those who are open minded and interested. FYI, we still use much same technique with great success and we have a wonderful client base who trust our expertise and commitment to helping them share their artwork with the world. If you would ever like to discuss technique or methods, maybe we could help one another. I always find it's better to be open minded and helpful, to share knowledge with my competition and with the other fine art producers who choose such a challenging profession. I think it's a better approach than keeping secrets and encouraging negative criticism. But that's just me. I wish you all the best in what you do. Again, I appreciate your taking the time to write such a well thought out comment. Wishing you all the best in this crazy March 2020 Spring season. Be safe and healthy.
@@GalleryStreetLLC No, you are an idiot and you made a mockery of this print and of us, your viewing public.
Where do you get your large high-density foam rollers? How large is that roller? Is it a normal roller or High-density? I can only find 6" high-density foam rollers, and I'm trying to varnish canvas that is 35"x35". Help!
Hey there. It used to be available at Home Depot or Lowe’s but apparently the big retailers were not so easy to work with. Now I go direct to the manufacturer. They couldn’t be more helpful. The company is Foam Pro and the roller is 9” and made of white high density foam. It’s the #29 roller. They’re the best!
The website is www.foampromfg.com/portfolio-view/9-inch-foam-super-smooth-surface-paint-roller-cover-2/
They are not cheap, but they are well worth it. I think you have to buy 12 at a time in a case. Here’s a tip for you, don’t rinse them out with water after you’re done with them, just wrap them up tightly in plastic so that no air is inside and they will store just fine with your varnish soaked into the foam.
Rinsing them every time you use them makes the foam break down and leave residue on your delicate print services.
Before you use the roller each time, just roll it over some kraft paper so that any congealed or dried areas of varnish come off of the roller and you will have a very smooth surface on which to work.
Make sure the ends of the rollers don’t get excessively soaked or you may end up with roller marks. It’s always best to have the ends of the rollers drier than the center of the roller. That way you will not see the overlapping lines.
Good luck and thanks for asking your question! I hope this was helpful for you.
@@GalleryStreetLLC Thank you so much for the detailed response! This is very helpful! I was just about to give up on varnishing my prints - but this gives me the confidence to give it another shot.
Kelly I would say don’t give up. I don’t consider giving up. In fact, remove that from your thought process altogether.
What kind of prints are you varnishing? What kind of varnish are using? What kind of inks? All of that?? It’s not difficult when do you find the right process. In fact, it’s necessary and mandatory.
Don’t listen to all of the crazy things people say in response to my video. We are in our 19th year of business and we produce really high-quality prints for really demanding artists.
There’s so many comments on this video about How I’m ruining my prince and how nobody would ever let me produce something like that, blah blah blah.
Anyway, they are all just haters and just know the way that we cost prints is so safe because there’s no abrasion going on. The roller is just rolling over the surface it’s not rubbing it or scraping.
Trust me, we’ve tried everything from spraying to liquid laminators to brushing, nothing beats this method. You just have to have the right combination of products.
Are you putting Satin or Glossy Varnish?
Gloss
What kind of varnish do you use ?
We have used many types. Breathing Color Glamour II was used in this video. We have also loved IJ Tech's Black Diamond and ClearStar's Type-C which is now Marabu Coatings.
do you have any tips to get the varnish smell out of a room please?and is it ok to smell those chemicals i just wear a mask when applying but after the smell stays
Hey, we only use water-based coatings and we do keep fans for air circulation. No need to vent unless you're using solvent coatings which contain VOCs.
@@GalleryStreetLLC thank you
Where do you get your rollers?
Hey Richard - that's a great question actually because the roller is a big part of the process. With water-based products and delicate prints as such, I highly recommend a high density (usually white) open cell foam that holds the liquid beneath the surface of the roller. With the high density foam, the application process rolls across the surface of the print as opposed to dragging. There is little or no abrasion that occurs.
With that said, there are probably many to choose from, but I highly recommend the the Foam Pro #29 9” for Super-Smooth Surfaces. It is made for for enamels, urethanes, varnishes, primers, stains and specialty coatings. It applies a lint-free, spray-like finish.
We used to be able to find them at The Home Depot, but something happened between those two companies and now we buy direct. They do have retailers all over if you don't need cases. But I have to say dealing with Foam Pro directly has been nothing but perfect service.
Here is the link to that product...
www.foampromfg.com/portfolio-view/9-inch-foam-super-smooth-surface-paint-roller-cover-2/
Hopefully that URL works. Great question and I wish you the best in your print making excellence.
Hello. Why is important varnishing canvas glicee print? Thanks a lot.
A top coat of varnish protects the surface of ink. It also enhances the colors and deepens the blacks.
You're... Enthusisastic... About your job... And your technique...
what canvas printer do you use and what size
We use 60" 12-Color Canon printers with Aqueous pigment inks.
What kind of varnish? I want to try it at home.
What type of printer are you using?
We love the 12-Color Canon Pro Series. Aqueous pigment inks!
it is necessary to cover with a matte varnish glossy varnish gives a strong glare
The finish you choose is up to you. We like gloss!
Can I use a big brush??
Yes, but usually a brush will leave brush marks. But it depends on the liquid coating you choose. Self-leveling varnished are better for flatter finishes.
Art is Everything, Everything is Art! Duane Henry Hoefer Lyon!
Whats is all this hate about... People the guy is taking the time to share his knowledge... I think the accent-rocks Dude-We are not all equal... I think the haters are amateurs, that have no respect for the Art... Can you send me some input to what Manuf.-you recommend?
What knowledge did he share? He took a roller and with a lot of disrespect 'varnished' someone's print...and you think the haters have no respect for art?? I think you're losing it old fella....time for the nursing home maybe???
Camera kept focusing on jugs....and not jugs of varnish
Thank Christ that's not my print being done...
why do you way that?
Did he forget to tell us what varnish he was using?
Heya
Does this Varnish work on non Canvas prints, Matte, Gloss and normal print outs?
@1:32
For everyone asking, the name of the protective coating is called Permajet PermaProtect Varnish...i saw this same video posted in a forum discussing different coatings...they're based outta the UK. I've been going back and forth with this company for the past couple months trying to order it here in the US...been a slight headache tbh and their US distributors don't carry it now because of issues shipping liquid products from the UK. Good luck.
Any luck finding a good varnish in the US?
hello!! so what do you use for vanish your printings , here in the USA'?
What are you talking about are you trying to advertise a competitors product? It clearly says in the write up the varnish is Breathing Color's Glamour II www.breathingcolor.com/glamour-2
You can get Hahnemühle Varnish in US. I have 3 new cans I am selling.
you need to be more gentle or eaily damage print.
so he clicks print again.
I promise we are very careful with our print making process. We have been in business since 2002. I appreciate your comment.
WHOS GOT THE TECHNIQUE? WHOS GOT THE TECHNIQUE? I'VE GOT THE TECHNIQUE! GOOD SAY!
dud your a complete ego trip. my wife is a real native artist and i have to speak for her because she is so humble.
he is better to wipe windows
I'm actually pretty good at windows! Thank you!
He made me puke!
Heya
Does this Varnish work on non Canvas prints, Matte, Gloss and normal print outs?
Sounds heavy on the roller at the beginning , other videos say to only use the weight of the roller to avoid creating the lines. and if that's the first coat it should be a light coating to seal everything,( like a primer) he went too thick on the first coat. He should stick to painting houses, I wouldn't hire this clown to roll a sealer on my driveway
Heya
Does this Varnish work on non Canvas prints, Matte, Gloss and normal print outs?
Hey Jim, you're correct the first coat does seal the pores of the canvas, but when there is so much ink already embedded into the substrate, you have to approach things a bit differently. If one applies a very light coat to a print with that much pigment, lifting of the ink and streaking can occur and that heavy black ink can get pulled or dragged into the lighter areas of the print. This particular coating uses a formula with a very low water content so by using a heavier amount for the first coat it actually protects the surface of the print from the foam roller preventing ink lift and any possible streaking due to the quick drying of the varnish itself. You don't want it to start setting up as the first coat is applied. So I appreciate your knowledge of the subject very much and, yes, you are correct about the general suggestion of using only the roller's weight. I mean that, no sarcasm, I promise. But please remember that every ink formula, every substrate, every coating, and every applicator is different. So, please, for the benefit of teaching those who are not familiar with our craft, let's not be so quick to judge, but rather be open-minded to the fact that maybe, just maybe, we can all learn something from anyone who might know something we don't. I yearn to improve the craft of printmaking on a daily basis and if there is anyone out there who has methods better than mine, I'm all ears and very willing to gain more insight. I've a printmaker since 1994 and have way too much info in my head. But as I dance through my 40's, I'm all about admitting that I can learn something from someone who has been doing this for 6 months. Trust me, my kids teach me things everyday and I'm grateful to expand my mind. So, Jim Domi, if you ever have questions, just let me know. And if you ever have suggestions for me, send 'em. And lastly, if I did offer driveway sealing services, I would do whatever I could to earn your business. Thanks for your comments, I appreciate them despite your tone. If it weren't for your reply, I would not have composed this educational (hopefully) message. Be well, and I wish you all the best.
Jim Domi Hey Jim, you're correct the first coat does seal the pores of the canvas, but when there is so much ink already embedded into the substrate, you have to approach things a bit differently. If one applies a very light coat to a print with that much pigment, lifting of the ink and streaking can occur and that heavy black ink can get pulled or dragged into the lighter areas of the print. This particular coating uses a formula with a very low water content so by using a heavier amount for the first coat it actually protects the surface of the print from the foam roller preventing ink lift and any possible streaking due to the quick drying of the varnish itself. You don't want it to start setting up as the first coat is applied. So I appreciate your knowledge of the subject very much and, yes, you are correct about the general suggestion of using only the roller's weight. I mean that, no sarcasm, I promise. But please remember that every ink formula, every substrate, every coating, and every applicator is different. So, please, for the benefit of teaching those who are not familiar with our craft, let's not be so quick to judge, but rather be open-minded to the fact that maybe, just maybe, we can all learn something from anyone who might know something we don't. I yearn to improve the craft of printmaking on a daily basis and if there is anyone out there who has methods better than mine, I'm all ears and very willing to gain more insight. I've a printmaker since 1994 and have way too much info in my head. But as I dance through my 40's, I'm all about admitting that I can learn something from someone who has been doing this for 6 months. Trust me, my kids teach me things everyday and I'm grateful to expand my mind. So, Jim Domi, if you ever have questions, just let me know. And if you ever have suggestions for me, send 'em. And lastly, if I did offer driveway sealing services, I would do whatever I could to earn your business. Thanks for your comments, I appreciate them despite your tone. If it weren't for your reply, I would not have composed this educational (hopefully) message. Be well, and I wish you all the best.
You're full of it...and don't bother replying, I don't receive notifications and I'll never be back here...