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Maggie429
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| 04/08/2008 2:56 PM |
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| More questions... Okay, I got an idea now on varnishes work and I have tested about 4 different kinds. Now, how do YOU finish off your oil paintings. I just read on another forum that it is a 'no no' to put paper on the back of a finished painting. (obviously that is what I've been doing!). It notes - you should leave the canvas open for air. Is this correct? Also - which type of hangers do you use - wire, clips? Do you leave your oil paintings which are framed without any backing? Do you write on the canvas dates etc. |
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Mgi
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Peggy
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| 04/08/2008 4:40 PM |
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Hi Maggie,
I don't really know what is the right way, but I've always used clips to mount my canvas in the frame. I have always left them open back to help the oil dry. I do write on the backs of my paintings, the date finished, when it needs varnishing, then later the varnish date if I'm the one to do the varnishing. If I've sold the piece then I make sure the customer knows that the info is on the back and that it needs to be done. They can either bring it back to me and I'll do it free of charge or they can have it done by someone else. I prefer they bring it back to me, though. Well, that's my 2 cents worth. Have a great day.
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For I know the plans I have for you, says the Lord, plans for a hope and a future to bring you to an expected end. Jeremiah 29:11 |
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Carver Shivers
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| 04/08/2008 4:45 PM |
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| Hi Maggie, I also varnish my portraits. I usually put 3 coats on... My Framer always closes the back of the frame to protect the canvas. It is not air tight so there is not issue that I can see... I do write a quick not on the inside edge on the back of the canvas indicating who the portrait is... I also give my clients a signed certificate of authenticity with a wax stamp seal... hopes this helps... |
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Carver
www.shiversgallery.com |
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Maggie429
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| 04/08/2008 8:26 PM |
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| How long do you wait until you varnish.... 6 months after you have finished the painting? Also Carver, how do you attach the canvas to your frames, clips, nails? Thanks Peggy for the added info. Obviously you use a felt pen to write on back the canvas - if you use a pen... wouldn't it show? See.... with me, one question leads to yet another and another.... yikes. |
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Mgi
www.hoviscreations.com |
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Peggy
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| 04/09/2008 11:06 AM |
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I wait at least 9 months before varnishing, sometimes as much a 18 months depending on how thick the paint is. No, I don't us a pen, I use a graphite pencil. Less risk of damaging the painting with bleed through. I write the info on the stretcher bars as well as the canvas, and of course, I'm more careful with writing on the canvas. Your questions are welcome, how else are we expected to learn. And I learn as much from others that answer your questions, so I enjoy your questions.
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For I know the plans I have for you, says the Lord, plans for a hope and a future to bring you to an expected end. Jeremiah 29:11 |
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Carver Shivers
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| 04/09/2008 1:19 PM |
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| I usually wait approx 6-9 months as well... I use these industrial fans to help dry the work. So far so good... My framer does all of the framing, she uses clips. I write on the back edge of the painting, behind the stretcher bars also. I use a small felt pen |
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Carver
www.shiversgallery.com |
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tearoses
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| 04/10/2008 11:27 AM |
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| About framing... when the oil painting feels dry to the touch can you frame it? I would think that if it felt dry it would not necessarlily hurt the picture. It seems it would be a good way to keep the painting safe untill you can varnish it. What kind of varnish do you use? I think a brush on would be best, as a spray is hard to control? This forum is so very helpful thank you all for you questions and answers. |
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River
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| 04/10/2008 6:43 PM |
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I just want to say that I'm really GLAD Maggie is asking her questions...and I hope you will all continue answering as I am printing it out! It is so nice to learn from others...and save yourself time and grief! Thanks Maggie...and everyone who's taking a few shots at answering!!! |
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NaomiBlvs
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| 04/14/2008 11:08 PM |
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I have had oil paintings framed and the framer put paper on the back of the frame; however, at the top and bottom cut several slits to allow the air to circulate. I think this is best because it prevents dust and whatever else to accumlate in the back of the painting, especially if you tend to hang the painting with wire that has a slight tilt away from the wall.
You definitely do not want to paper on the back of the frame and not have those slits, or several holes punched. You need a way for the air to circulate in the back. Thanks for asking the question Maggie.
On the other hand, I also have paintings without paper because they are so large. I think it is preference. I would love to hear what others think about the paper. |
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Wishing you peace and prosperity,
Naomi
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mksarts
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| 04/14/2008 11:31 PM |
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call me lazy- a few years ago i started using box or finished edge canvasses, painting the edges to work with the art, wiring the back & calling it a day. i sign the canvas frame and write the title & date ( i have a very long name and bad handwriting and don't like the way my signature enhances my work). this allows me to price my work where it will sell and i am happy with what i make, it would allow the purchaser to frame as they wished if they so chose and i have come to prefer the look.
no paper. i use alkyds, and paint fairly thin coats, so i varnish in a month or two- no problems yet.
marianne
http://mkonvalinka.blogspot.com
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NaomiBlvs
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| 04/15/2008 5:14 AM |
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I'm with you Marianne. Once I have finished with my non-finished edge canvases that I have in storage, it is going to be finished edge all the way! Then I don't have to worry about the framing.  |
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Wishing you peace and prosperity,
Naomi
www.naomisstudio.com |
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