Acrylic Paint VS Gesso! Which Is Better For Prepping A Canvas?

Priming your canvas correctly is the foundation to a great painting. But what is best when it comes to priming your canvas Acrylic Paint or Gesso?
In this video, we will go over the pluses and minus to using both acrylic paint and gesso for priming your canvas for acrylic and oil painting. Plus I will give you some tips on why you should start with acrylic and tips on why you should try gesso. This oil painting tutorial is perfect of any Bob Ross enthusiast or a beginner painter starting their creative journey.
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[@antoniososa2798]

Thank you for this video. I was having a LOT of trouble finding gesso where I live, and now I know I can also use acrylics. Thanks again!

[@WildCreates]

Glad I can help you out buddy 💪

[@sarajunaid6449]

This vedio helped me alot

[@oliviabishop4875]

i cannot understand how more people don’t know about you!!! i just bought my first oils a few days ago (they’re not fancy but i’m learning) and your videos have helped me SO MUCH!!

[@WildCreates]

Thank you for the awesome comment. 2021 is my year to grow 💪. I am just glad that I can help you out on your creative adventures ❤️

[@akshitabhakhri2443]

That was a perfect video for my knowledge. Thanks!

[@WildCreates]

Glad it was helpful!

[@josefinajakobsen2327]

Your channel is awesome! You deserve so much more subs, keep going you are doing awesome! Some really helpful tips, thanks.

[@WildCreates]

Thanks for the kind words - With awesome people like you, I am sure the channel will grow in now time :) Thanks for watching :)

[@dianevitale1214]

Great video. Very clear and concise info delivered with lots of character. Tyvm!

[@WildCreates]

I am glad I can help you on your creative adventure. 💪

[@lorrainelumsden5649]

This was exactly the video I was looking for - thanks

[@WildCreates]

I am glad I could help you out on your journey.

[@frameshifted1999]

Great vid bro. I've use acrylic for blocking in first then oil on top, works well. I have admit,I'm using acrylic lot more lately instead of oil. Gesso is great on other material. I've done wood painting and works well. Been using paint tape as a border . Feels like opening a gift when peeling it off at the end lol.

[@WildCreates]

Ha ha ha ha - Yeah that peel porn is awesome when you take off that tape :)

[@frameshifted1999]

Hahah

[@TanyaElbournArt]

Great tips, thanks!

[@WildCreates]

You are most welcome.

[@eliftuna5887]

This helped me a lot. Thank you

[@WildCreates]

Glad to help you out 💪

[@ramya.illustrations]

Thank you for uploading this video. Very informative. : )

[@WildCreates]

I am glad I can help you on your painting adventures

[@mobill93]

Thanks for the advice working on limited funds and this was helpful but when i can afford some gesso ill definitely get some

[@WildCreates]

Glad to help out - If you need a little more info on gesso and I think I recommend some affordable ones... Check out the video below: kzbin.info/www/bejne/j3KxnaqOfK6cras

[@ajavin2719]

You’re awesome! Thank you!

[@WildCreates]

Thanks - I hope the video was able to help you out 😝

[@williammiller48]

Thanks for all your help. This is my goto channel for art help.

[@WildCreates]

Glad I can come in clutch for you

[@apododleart8452]

Great video! Nice tips! Love the hair! 😉

[@WildCreates]

He he he thank you - Glad the video helped you out 💪

[@juanmejia7893]

You have helped me a lot thank you😁😁

[@WildCreates]

Glad I could help you out 💪

[@DCweldingAndArt]

Exciting or not, this was a Great video, and great topic. Thanks for the demo! I bought both, a HUGE jug of acrylic black, and black/white gesso. Havent tried the acrylic yet but good to know it will SORTA work lol. Btw, I'm guessing your dad had a full head of good hair at 60 years old. Mine still does at 71, thankGod! Silver, but still there lol

[@WildCreates]

Glad to hear your excitement for your upcoming creative adventures. My dad still has his hair and going strong.... Hopefully I will follow suit 😜

[@wentingou8360]

Hi, I’m new to wet on wet style painting (or just painting in general), and I have found your channel very helpful, thank you for uploading all these videos! Question, what does the “acrylic medium” on that Liquitex bottle of black gesso mean? Can I still use it for oil painting?

[@WildCreates]

All paints are mediums - Its the general term that covers all paints and fluids. ( Dont worry about it too much ) As for your bottle, its fine and YES you can use it :)

[@avadiymakeupecosmeticinatu9053]

hello I don't understand English well, so I ask you for explanations: to do relief work which plaster powder do you use? I have gypsum canary powder for the silicone molds, it can be fine! or would it be better a homemade material paste with vinyl glue, talc, and white acrylic? thank you

[@WildCreates]

I am sorry I don't make my own gesso... I find it easier to just buy it. So i wouldn't be the best person to answer this question for you

[@juttwarraich8953]

This is very helpful

[@WildCreates]

I am glad it could help you out Jutt. Make sure to hit that sub button for more helpful videos down the road

[@lightoffreedom9270]

Nice video.... Thanks 👍🏻

[@WildCreates]

Thanks I hope that is helped you out :)

[@420jdank]

I varnished a painting that was primed with balck acrylic had dried completely for close to a year. The gamvar varnish removed some of the oil paint and ruined the painting. I think there is a better adhesion with the gesso like you mentioned. Just a heads up for those that go to varnish a black canvas that was primed with acrylic. I don't want anyone to ruin a painting like I did.

[@WildCreates]

In my opinion the Black Acrylic Primer wasn't the issue. A lot of people forget that oil can take a super long time to truly be dry. Some of my past painting have taken more than 16 months to fully dry before I could varnish them.

[@420jdank]

Wild Creates it was definitely an adhesion issue. This painting was fully cured. Just a heads up for people. People can take the comment with a grain of salt and do whatever they like. Just felt like i should mention it as it hasn’t happened with a properly gessoed painting IME. ✌️

[@WildCreates]

I appreciate the feedback and insight

[@strawberet29]

thanks for this informative video!! :) also i have a question, can i use the Permacoat latex semi-gloss white wall/house paint on the canvas? after that i will paint my oil paint there so will it work?? (because i ran out of the white acrylics and i dont have a gesso)

[@WildCreates]

You would have to research the products you use BUT in general you can use any wall/house paint. Its just a version of acrylic paint. I use them for my pour paintings sometimes. BUT PLEASE, make sure you house paints don't have additives in them (like odor blockers and things like that) cause this will make them act differently.

[@swordstifyfolk5032]

Boysen? Not archival though. But it helps.

[@DineseBeckert]

I mix up acrylic with mod podge mat to gesso some art pieces. This allows me to use any color I like to seal the canvas and remove the canvas marks. For my personal work, I am not a fan of the canvas weave in my work...crazy right? 😜 If I don't have mod podge, glue works in a pinch! Just dilute it a bit...

[@WildCreates]

That is always a great way to tone a canvas, plus mod-podge is such a great multi-tasking tool :)

[@DineseBeckert]

@@WildCreates Oh gosh, I totally agree and have been utilizing acrylic mediums to create layers of abstract textures and 'spaces' within my explorations. I recently purchased some impasto medium and today's project will be coloring it with acrylic inks after gessoing the canvas with flat mod podge, it's going to be fun! Thanks for the video!

[@WildCreates]

Awesome - I myself have been playing around with molding paste and making my own versions of it :)

[@DineseBeckert]

@@WildCreates I use marble powder! I mix it with an acrylic medium, and utilize acrylic inks, they blend completely, an alcohol ink won’t work as well. 🤗

[@markarted7797]

So when Bob says "prestetched, DOUBLE PRIMED canvas" is he referring to using either one before he started painting? I noticed today while Watching him paint, his canvas didn't give as much when making mountains like mine does. His canvas seems a lot stiffer. Is this also something that gesso or acrylic does to the canvas?

[@WildCreates]

Not all canvases are built the same. Some canvases have more toothing to them. Which grabs paint. I think I talk about it a little in this video below. kzbin.info/www/bejne/pITRcnmXm5ace5I Sometimes you just have to try a few different canvases til you find the ones you like.

[@kathyraper9455]

What about using fluid acrylic craft paints in place of gesso?I have done that and it wasn't shiny.I used it over paintings I wasn't happy with.

[@WildCreates]

I have not tried those - I am sure they could work if you let them dry enough. Just be careful - Those paints have mediums in them to breakdown paint to make it more fluid, could have an effect on your other paints.

[@Charlotte-sk3qs]

Hiya! Thank you so much for this, i am a complete beginner to oils! (I usually use watercolour and know nothing about prepping canvas) Quick question, how do you prep a canvas? How thick does it need to be? Do i need to let it dry before going ahead with oil paint? If anyone could help me out that would be amazing, thank you!

[@Charlotte-sk3qs]

This vid is super informative, i cant buy gesso where i live, only online ordering but the shipping is so expensive! Thank you for taking time to film this!

[@WildCreates]

I have a few video that you will give you all the info you need to get off on the right foot, They are a little old but still valuable: - Why Gesso: kzbin.info/www/bejne/omK1hZl5e6akidk - Gesso For Beginners: kzbin.info/www/bejne/sGLOlZdjqq17oJY - Liquid White Apply: kzbin.info/www/bejne/kKGsYYWwa72jmbc

[@WildCreates]

If it is too expensive just stick with a cheap matte acrylic paint..... That will work just fine for you starting out :) Happy Painting.

[@KarlEBrand]

Wild, Greta video, I used flat egg shell white (from a left over can of ceiling paint) worked pretty well for me. Will that be okay ya think?

[@WildCreates]

I think for starting out it would be fine - but as your refine and grow I would swap over to gesso when you get the chance :)

[@KarlEBrand]

Great! Will do! Thanks!

[@piercingtheveil40]

I have a canvas aprox 6x8 feet big $$$ for gesso but I need very matte!

[@michellejean8068]

First time here. Thanks.

[@WildCreates]

Thanks for stopping by I hope my video helped you out on yoru creative outlet. Be sure to hit that follow button for more helpful videos

[@louisealvey7246]

Thank you

[@WildCreates]

Glad you like it - make sure to hit that Sub button to know when more videos drop 😁

[@makeupbystephany1931]

Do you recommend using white gesso instead of titanium white to mix with other acrylic colors?

[@WildCreates]

If you are taking about prepping your canvas by toning it - You can do either or.... If you use gesso it will have more texture for the paint to grab onto where normal acrylic may not. Hope that helps

[@melissab2112]

Help do u transfer your graphite image before or after gesso ???

[@WildCreates]

Well it kinda depends on what you are trying to do and what materials you will be using. You might also need a product called a "fixative spray" for the tracing Short answer is you can do both BUT I would trace after the gesso. With that said I would do a small test. This way you will have a better understanding for your style Hope that helps.

[@Mr1995Driver]

Quick question, for prepping my canvas with a grey ground, can i mix white gesso and a little bit of black acrylic? I really love your videos :)

[@WildCreates]

Yes you can - just note you only need a little bit of black to white to make a great grey.

[@danlarsson9611]

I'm having a hard time finding black Gesso. Can I just add a little black acrylic to gesso and use that

[@WildCreates]

There are links in the video description that link to black gesso in your area. If there still isn't any.... Yes you can use a drop of black acrylic. Just make sure that it is matte and not glossy.

[@mariamakiling6884]

You talk so amaziiiing! i just accidentally discover your channel 👏

[@WildCreates]

If you only knew how many times I mess up when I hit record ha ha ha Thank you for the compliment though :)

[@sisinejenisis]

What would be the best primer for oil paint? Thank you

[@WildCreates]

That is hard to answer without knowing what you are painting, your style, your tools, and techniques you use

[@lifeismusicparnadonkers]

I just dy my white gesso whit my black basics acrylic paint from liquitex. Saving a few euro,s. I live in the netherlands. I love you,re video 👋🏾👍🏾👏🏾🖐🏾 i use monte marte white gesso. Mostely i buy 2 jaren. One i can leave white and on for black or Grey paint

[@WildCreates]

Saving money is always a smart move. I am glad that my videos are helping you out :)

[@lifeismusicparnadonkers]

Thanks Wild creates

[@WildCreates]

Glad to help.

[@lifeismusicparnadonkers]

Hello Wild Creates. I found that liquitex has gesso in a bottle and it is is 964 ml. I am gonna buy the liquitex gesso instead of the monte marte gesso cause it will last me longer

[@mantasdapolskas8299]

So im new with acrylic paint and i just got all of the things i need. So i can use white acrylic paint on the canvas to prepare it, and use more paint to paint the thing i wanted to paint?-

[@WildCreates]

It all depends on your painting surface. Some surfaces may require your to prep it and some dont.

[@junaidkc2566]

can we use acrylic based gesso for both oil painting and acrylic painting?

[@WildCreates]

Yes you can

[@raymondcheung263]

Paint adhesion is a lot more complex than just opinion of some believes; physical bond, chemical bond, flexibility and chemical compatibility are all important factors. Sheers is a totally different subject. Paint companies spent a great deal of efforts in research to ensure adhesion which including environmental exposure. However, an art painting may contains paints from different chemicals or diluted. Dry brushing is another problem. To say either primer or gesso is better over the other is over simplify a complex issue.

[@WildCreates]

You are correct, Paint adhesion is complex, so is rocket science and brain surgery. However, you need to start simple to get people interested in a topic. If their curiosity is sparked, they can start their own rabbit hole of research to learn more about the subject matter.

[@zatnikatel1472]

So you suggested to put a layer of gesso before putting the liquid before painting?

[@WildCreates]

Correct - It will help you if you are a newer painter.

[@Pinsk3]

How about flat black in interior Behr paint? $30 a gallon...

[@WildCreates]

That can work - as long as there are no additives in they paint. But I would really only recommend this for practice and fun pieces... not for archival art.

[@michelledavies4511]

whats the difference between Liquitex and bob ross's gessos

[@WildCreates]

Overall not much - I am sure there are differences like how its made, one may have more binder in it, How thick of thin one is, one might be better for sanding for smooth surfaces..ETC... I only have experience and knowledge in the way that I use it (which is mostly for landscapes and pours) - In that aspect there are close to similar.

[@dabilover444]

Can we just start painting without using gesso or acrylic paint ?? because i don't have much paints here in my house or any gesso during lockdown 💙 pls help me out♡

[@WildCreates]

Yes you can start painting with out those.... Just know that you canvas may soak up more paint and it might not flow as much. Which could require you to use more paint over all.

[@anthonymcgee2295]

What if I coat the acrylic with matte deco podge

[@WildCreates]

I think if you use acrylic paint you will be fine BUT I can't say 100% because I have never tried it. I would do a test painting to be sure.

[@magnoliapondsmaxtaylor1488]

I saw Bill A. say just use latex house paint for black canvas. My reaction was I want what you are smoking??? Your thoughts?

[@WildCreates]

Ha ha ha - It would work BUT not sure how archival it would be

[@randybird9979]

I made my Gesso, when it dried, it was like touching a chalk board, your fingers would be white with dust like a chalk eraser , I made it like the directions said, question is, is this the way it is supposed to be

[@WildCreates]

There are different versions of gesso, and I am not sure what recipe you used. If you are using it for painting, there should be no residue or dust coming off it - That would make for weak paint adhesion.

[@randybird9979]

@@WildCreates I will have to try another recipe or buy the real thing, thanks for the reply and the information

[@rommycougar]

Hello 👋, can gesso be used on laminate wood ? Thanks

[@WildCreates]

I have never tried but my gut says YES! However, if the laminate wood has a coating/varnish on it. I would recommend using some sand paper to rub it off then wipe clean. From here you can apply gesso for a stronger bond. I hope that helps buddy 💪

[@rommycougar]

@@WildCreates thanks a lot ❤ , i will try it on a small piece before painting the cabinet ...

[@WildCreates]

If you doing your cabinets as a Reno, you may wanna do some extra research on the correct materials. My videos are more for display art.... If that makes sense.

[@nglbyln1721]

can i use flat wall enamel as gesso alternative?

[@WildCreates]

It sure, never used it. Send me a link to it and I will check.

[@nglbyln1721]

​@@WildCreates i don't have any

[@Unnnknown9]

can i use gesso as white acrylic paint? i don't have the white acrylic paint 😭

[@WildCreates]

You can in a pinch but it wont has the same finish and constancy as your acrylic paint. I would recommend getting some white paint when you can :)

[@dabilover444]

Pls make a video on how to make gesso at home 💙

[@WildCreates]

To be honest I have never made my own.... But I will see what I can do for ya :)

[@oldschool1107]

I want to make paintings similar to Bob Ross, which require lot of blending for landscapes so I think I need gesso right?

[@WildCreates]

Gesso isn't required BUT it will help you. So I would recommend it if you are just starting out. Take a look at my starter painting tutorials playlist. There are a ton of simple paintings in their that will build your confidence :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/qHvTZpJ4ltF9qq8

[@oldschool1107]

@@WildCreates sorry I didn't expressed myself correctly. I meant that for wet on wet technique, Bob Ross stye, gesso is more preferable than acrylic.

[@WildCreates]

@@oldschool1107 Yes it will add a little bit of grit to your canvas

[@oldschool1107]

@@WildCreates also how thick should the gesso be? I bought one today and I don't know if I should add water to it or not.

[@WildCreates]

There are different kinds of gesso for different uses BUT you want to start with one that has the consistency of a thinner acrylic paint - Hope that helps!

[@k.k8791]

My question is if i buy a matt acrylic gel medium and mix it with chalk will i get even more quantity same quality for a good price ?

[@WildCreates]

Hard to answer your question, because I am not sure what you mean in your terms of "more quality?" I linked an article on mediums and chalk, hopefully it helps you out: www.naturalpigments.com/artist-materials/oil-paint-mediums/

[@k.k8791]

@@WildCreates oh .i said "more quantity" But it's ok u can answer my other question Is acrylic gel medium is the same as the regular acrylic medium but more concentrated? Because if so i can mix it with latix paint which is very cheap and add water and I'll get a great amount of good quality of gesso

[@WildCreates]

Oh sorry i miss read it. Whenever you add something you are technically diluting or shifting the integrity of the paint or medium. So think about ratios when doing so, this way you can increase the quantity while maintaining the quality or increase it. For number 2, Yes you can do that and many painters do. If you use color, its called toning your canvas with an acrylic wash. An acrylic wash is made by thinning paint with a lot of water. Thinning reduces both the amount of acrylic and pigment in the mixture. When a wash dries you end up with widely dispersed pigment particles settled down into and on the painting surface, with a very small amount of acrylic binder Hope that helps

[@k.k8791]

@@WildCreates yup that will help. I'll just get s medium and a latix paint to prepare a bunch of canvases

[@rosely_trops6329]

Its okey to use other paints in canvas if didn't have a Acrylic and Gesso?

[@WildCreates]

Oh course it is... but you make have some slightly different results. Its always best to test before diving in on a piece.

[@lifeismusicparnadonkers]

Hello Wild Creates. How are you doing? Iam done whit big canvasses in my room. I paint now on canvas panels or canvas boards they are called. Its smaller,cheaper and i can store more canvas panels and its eazier than storing large canvasses in my bed room. 😊 i am buying liquitex gesso instead of my budget gesso it will last me longer. The bottle that i have now has 500 ml of white gesso and i am out of it whitin a week 😱The liquitex gesso is 946 ml. I order 2 bottles just incase. I like to dy my canvasses black or another colours too soo i think i need 2 bottles of liquitex gesso😁It will last me for a month or 3.Thanks for this video Wild Creates

[@WildCreates]

Awesome I am glad that you are so excited to work on a ton of art :)

[@lifeismusicparnadonkers]

I am always exided about art. Thanks Wild Creates 🖐🏾😁👍🏾👋🏾

[@lifeismusicparnadonkers]

Hello Wild Creates how are you? I,ve dicided to paint whit winsor and Newton galaria acrylic paints. I pay for 1 tube of liquitex basics acrylic 22,49😱😭 and i pay 13,80 for a jar of 500 ml of galaria acrylic paints from winsor and Newton😁 i paint now only whit winsor and Newton galaria acrylic paints. So its a big win for me to make the brand switch. 👋🏾👍🏾😁

[@WildCreates]

Keep it going with those wins 💪

[@michaelknauer5873]

Can you lightly sand the acrylic paint to get the shine off

[@WildCreates]

I have never really tried that approach. I normally just just dull or matte acrylic instead. That way I dont have to worry about it.

[@michaelknauer5873]

It was just a thought I am just learning the wet on wet

[@TomboTronic]

I know this is an older video, but I will offer a hint. If you must use acrylic paint to prep your canvas, get a little plaster of paris and mix in with it, in a pinch, cornstarch will work also. It will lower the gloss and increase the tooth.

[@WildCreates]

Thanks for sharing your hints and tricks. The community loves it.

[@l_am_a_cookie7055]

I can't find any plaster of Paris is there anything else I can use?

[@meowmeowclubart1879]

QUESTION WHAT IF WE MIX GESSO AND THE COLOR ACRYLIC PAINT TO COLOR UP SOMETHING? :)

[@WildCreates]

You can, I just recommend that you use a matte acrylic color

[@meowmeowclubart1879]

@@WildCreates YOU MEAN MATTE ACRYLIC COLOR IS JUST LIKE THE RESULT OF MIXING ACRYLIC AND THE GESSO? :)

[@WildCreates]

Mix gesso with a matte acrylic color 🔥

[@meowmeowclubart1879]

@@WildCreates DID YOU TRY THAT BEFORE? THE EFFECT WILL GLOSS? JUST ASKING WHO HAS A EXPERIENCE THAN ME BEFORE GONNA TRY IT :)

[@WildCreates]

Mix gesso with a matte acrylic color to avoid your base coat from glossing which can make it hard for paint to stick to if you plain on painting on top of it.

[@TMB247]

Why not just Latex House Paint? (it's acrylic) and much cheaper than Basics or Windsor Newton

[@WildCreates]

You can - But you have to be careful.... Nowadays a lot of house paints and primers have additives (like odor-eaters, thickening agents, etc) in them that will affect oil paint. Make sure to look at the labels.

[@TMB247]

@@WildCreates Any particular additives that I should avoid most (not too worried about my stuff being archival)

[@bagobeans]

Gesso is hard to find. I've always used acrylic paint as a base.

[@WildCreates]

Gesso should be easier to find now that it is become more popular - You can always find links to it in my videos. But acrylic works great too :)

[@MelissaKellyHerStunts]

Can you get a scent-free Gesso?

[@WildCreates]

hmm does gesso smell bad to you? To me just smells like acrylic paint or maybe glue. I will have to take a look BUT if it is off putting to your nose you can always make your own. Or you can use an acrylic matte paint that is more to the liking of your nose.

[@MelissaKellyHerStunts]

@@WildCreates Thank you. Ya, I find it stronger and more chemical when the paints.

[@WildCreates]

Dumb Idea - you can add some water to the gesso to thin it down. This will lessen the smell.. Later on I will give my gessos a sniff and see which brand I own is less smelly for ya ha ha ha

[@MelissaKellyHerStunts]

Sounds good. Lol

[@TheWipal]

local gesso from made in art stores is atleast cheaper where i am

[@WildCreates]

I am glad you found a solution for you :)

[@rcgamer]

aren't most canvas's already prepped?

[@WildCreates]

Generally yes BUT if you watch a few of my other tip videos... you will see that the coatings can be cheap, sparse or patchy. Depends on the brand so be sure to check.

[@Janet_scribbles]

Having trouble finding craft acrylic paint, is it made in China or something?

[@WildCreates]

Some is made internationally like Canada, England, ETC... but there are many american one too. Try your local Micheals store... I was just there and they still had good stock.

[@QucciMaMa]

I just cheap man and have a lot of heavy body white acrylic paint

[@WildCreates]

Go with whatever works for ya :)

[@nellyt8947]

Thanks!🎨 JESUS bless you! 🙏🏾🙌🏾✝️

[@WildCreates]

Glad I could help you out

[@zinvor123]

Soft Body Acrylic Paint by Artist's Loft®, 32oz. ($12.99) Liquitex® White Gesso, 32oz ($44.99) It's not just a few bucks, it's more than triple the price... I'll stick to acrylics

[@WildCreates]

While your process is true. Even though your numbers are off, cause a bucket of Liquitex WG 64 oz is only $30 on amazon right now & AL White (in my store) is $10. Comparing these two brands isn't really even. I personally believe from my experience that Liquitex is a better quality compared to Artist Loft... BUT each serve their purpose. Go with what works best for your style and wallet.

[@PENFOLD1962]

Gesso has a tooth to the surface to enable the paint to adhere to, acrylic paint doesn't have a tooth to the finished surface.

[@WildCreates]

I am glad the video could educate you on that

[@sallymcmurray949]

Don't buy Bob Ross products because all your doing is supporting the people who ripped Bob Ross amd his family off. Bob Ross lovers boycott the products and those who stole his name!

[@WildCreates]

I have a full video on Bob Ross alternatives... You should check it out: kzbin.info/www/bejne/m4nQm6VmmKuDjKs&t