Very interesting still life subjects. Thought provoking. Sure beats a bowl of fruit and a wine glass.
@SusanMonroeArt6 ай бұрын
Thanks!
@mjrewerts8 ай бұрын
I love your radish painting! Very cool 😎. I’m glad you mentioned using the gesso on the cradle board.
@SusanMonroeArt6 ай бұрын
Thanks so much! 😊
@ElizabethFluehr2 жыл бұрын
I've got lots of experience mounting watercolor paper and other art papers on wooden panels. I recommend using a sanding block to support your sandpaper when you smooth off the paper edges, as that way there is less risk of rounding over the top edge with your sanding strokes and abrading the painting. As you say, always use a downward sanding motion. I love the clean look of frameless watercolors, but the gallery that represents me wants the cradles as thin as possible so she has the option of selling framing with the painting.
@SusanMonroeArt2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for your comments! I agree that a sanding block would be better to use, and I like the idea of thinner cradles to give the buyer an option to frame their painting.
@barbaraross3660 Жыл бұрын
What is the best watercolor paper to use ? I used to paint porcelain so I like a smooth surface. Thanks
@ElizabethFluehr Жыл бұрын
@@barbaraross3660 Arches hot press watercolor paper is smooth.
@sherrierichard2848 Жыл бұрын
Great job explaining the why and how’s of each step, and how to avoid mistakes that you have made in the past so we can avoid them!
@SusanMonroeArt Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@mikenoneofyourbusiness7122 Жыл бұрын
Thank you, very helpful! Gorgeous paintings too! 😍❤️ You’re definitely both talented and skilled! Sending you good vibes ✨ from your neighbour in Canada 🇨🇦
@SusanMonroeArt Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for watching!!
@TheScreamingFrog9163 ай бұрын
A few beginner mistakes I made were, using a small hard rubber roller that left marks on my painting, getting the acrylic medium on the front of the painting, and having the acrylic medium start drying, before I placed the painting on it. Also, rubbing to vigorously when applying the wax, and smearing some pencil marks. My solutions are... Got a wider roller made for the purpose, make sure you have enough wet paper towels to wipe up any/all stray glue, and spray mist the acrylic medium, if it is drying to fast. I like your idea of using soft cloth to apply the wax. Thanks for the wonderful video.
@brendahoneyman252710 ай бұрын
I use GAC 100 (Golden brand) from Blick Art Supplies as an isolation coat (2 coats). It goes on very easily - very fluid. I read that Gesso is absorbent so unless multiple coats are used, it's not really sealing the wood from chemicals that could seep into the paper or from paper to the wood. The GAC 100 bottle even shows that with two coats it helps protect against Support Induced Discoloration (SID). Hope this helps!
@SusanMonroeArt4 ай бұрын
Thanks so much for sharing this! It's good to know.
@kathryndohring54813 жыл бұрын
This was a really great video. Clear and easy to understand. Thank you so much!
@SusanMonroeArt3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@Biju2223 Жыл бұрын
Nicely done. You said let the gesso dry. You meant the gel medium! I always have difficulty with having bobbles at the end: either I do not apply enough medium or at the time did not use a roller to secure the paper well enough to the board! I shall try this again!
@SusanMonroeArt Жыл бұрын
I don’t know why I confuse my words so much! Good luck on your next attempt!
@MsNoellen9 ай бұрын
BEAUTIFUL paintings!
@SusanMonroeArt4 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@RickF-dw8cl Жыл бұрын
Love the composition!
@SusanMonroeArt Жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@laurainel Жыл бұрын
Wow! Such a great video! Love it!
@gingerallen9387 Жыл бұрын
Awesome.. used your technique and had wonderful results ! Thank you
@SusanMonroeArt Жыл бұрын
Glad it helped!
@CarolynBernardYoungPottery Жыл бұрын
Very helpful video - thanks!
@SusanMonroeArt Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@lavenderinbloomflowerfarm1420 Жыл бұрын
Just the info I was looking for! Thanks so much!
@SusanMonroeArt Жыл бұрын
Glad I could help!
@jayneselwa Жыл бұрын
Thank you! I've been wanting to learn how to do this, and you have explained it so clearly.
@SusanMonroeArt Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@miltonvann646 Жыл бұрын
T.V.: Thank you young lady, this was great. Wonderful process, lovely paintings. Keep up the good work.👍🏾
@SusanMonroeArt Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much 😊
@cbarzo17 ай бұрын
thank you for this demo. Clear and thorough.
@SusanMonroeArt6 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@jenfleming93842 жыл бұрын
Great demo and great art! I have now started framing my paintings on paper this way. Love it and I hope the public do too. I will subscribe.
@SusanMonroeArt2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much! My paintings framed like this have sold pretty well. I hope yours do too!
@katanyajason3316 Жыл бұрын
Wow, that's a beautiful painting!
@SusanMonroeArt Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@lorrainewatry_watercolors Жыл бұрын
Nice job Susan. Thanks for sharing your process!
@SusanMonroeArt Жыл бұрын
You are so welcome!
@sandyball79542 жыл бұрын
Thank you. That was an excellent tutorial! So glad I found your channel and I am now subscribed. Your work is stunning
@SusanMonroeArt2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!
@arlenemurphy804 Жыл бұрын
Thank you Susan
@annarnold5576 Жыл бұрын
Can't believe the watercolor didn't smear with wax being applied right on top of it without being seaked first! Maybe it's the brand of wax you used Beautiful work!
@SusanMonroeArt Жыл бұрын
It’s definitely the brand of wax that makes the difference. Thanks for watching!
@brendahoneyman252710 ай бұрын
It's because it's wax and there is no water. Water is what will activate watercolor paints. I don't know of other brands, though, so I use Dorland's too! A little goes a long way. Be sure to read the label - very harmful or fatal if swallowed, which I'm sure applies to many products that are not food!
@CynthiaLMBrown2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing this! I’m looking forward to trying your technique!
@SusanMonroeArt2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much!
@alisonhendry292811 ай бұрын
Is there any change to the colours as in light fastness with the wax? Does the wax change colour over time making the whites turn yellow that you know of? Glad KZbin found your channel for me . Love you art style.
@SusanMonroeArt11 ай бұрын
I don't think the wax changes colors over time, and I've read that it does help protect your painting from light damage over time. Thanks for watching!
@danielascarpa91918 ай бұрын
It’s an Amazing video. Thank you for sharing. I have a question: Why did you use gel matte instead of pva glue?
@SusanMonroeArt4 ай бұрын
That's just the way I was taught. PVA glue might be a good alternative!
@IslandGirl7552 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing this video with very easy to follow instructions. I have mounted a painting on wood a couple of times, but just wanted to watch other artists approach for new tips, and you gave me a few. You are a talented artist, the last painting you waxed is amazing the detail is stunning. I loved all three painting. Thanks again
@SusanMonroeArt2 жыл бұрын
Glad it helped!
@olimpiagambacorta5176 Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for your informative video. This is just what I was looking for, as I love the look of mounting watercolors on a board. You made it look so simple, I hope that I have luck with this project. I just subscribed to your channel.
@SusanMonroeArt Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! I hope it works as well for you as it has for me!
@Janet_scribbles2 жыл бұрын
Really good instructions and painting!
@SusanMonroeArt2 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!
@mckennacreative6133 Жыл бұрын
Hi. I’m new to watercolor and love this framing method. I never heard of waxing over the painting and love that it brings out the colors. Can you wax a watercolor painting and still frame it traditionally with a matte and glass frame? Thank you!
@SusanMonroeArt11 ай бұрын
I haven't done it myself, but I don't see why it wouldn't work!
@c.retana-holguin83182 жыл бұрын
Amazing paintings! And clear instruction...Could you also spray a varnish over the paintings and then wax?
@SusanMonroeArt Жыл бұрын
I haven't tried that yet, but it seems like it would work.
@gtinsa2 жыл бұрын
So did you use any varnish on your watercolor painting before or after you mounted and waxed it? I absolutely love this mounting and can't wait to try it! Thank you for a great video!
@SusanMonroeArt2 жыл бұрын
I'm so glad you liked it! No, I didn't use any varnish before waxing it, but I don't think it would hurt. Good luck trying out this technique!
@cheralsquyresArt9 ай бұрын
What kind of WC paper. Hot or Cold press. Can you use rough? I have Jackson wax. Is that ok or should I buy Dorlands? Thank you
@SusanMonroeArt4 ай бұрын
I used cold press paper. I'm not familiar with Jackson wax, so I don't know if it could be used for this. Dorlands is what I've always used. Thanks for your questions!
@princessannoir33233 жыл бұрын
I have just mounted a painting for my grandson. About to trim and wax. I hope it works well. Thank you for your video.
@suemon1233 жыл бұрын
Please let me know how it turns out!
@grandma.p4 ай бұрын
Is it okay to use Dorland's wax on acrylic Ben Moore paint? I have some old cigar boxes. I put my watercolor paintings on the lids and sealed them with Dorland's wax. I painted the boxes with Ben Moore acrylic paint and sealed them with Dorland's wax. A month later, they still have a waxy feel to them. Anything I can do so it will feel more dry to the touch?
@SusanMonroeArt4 ай бұрын
I’m not sure what the problem could be. Maybe the wax is on too thick?
@grandma.p4 ай бұрын
@@SusanMonroeArt Thank you. Good advice for next time.
@rachelvasquez2871 Жыл бұрын
My question is...can this be applied dry pastels also? or only watercolors?
@SusanMonroeArt Жыл бұрын
I would not recommend using it on pastels. A fixative spray would work better.
@STLwildlifeArt9 ай бұрын
What does this process do to the White of the Paper? Is it still white or does it gray the white slightly?
@SusanMonroeArt4 ай бұрын
The white of my paper has stayed white, even years later, so I don't think it has any effect.
@joshuabrunetti2001 Жыл бұрын
I laughed when Prof. Monroe turned over the board and it was a totally different painting
@SusanMonroeArt Жыл бұрын
😂😂😂I did this video a while ago, so I don’t even remember switching paintings in the middle! What was I thinking? Thanks for pointing it out. I got a good laugh! 😂😂😂
@joshuabrunetti2001 Жыл бұрын
@@SusanMonroeArt What makes it even funnier is that the paintings are very similar-if one were superstitious one might think the Gesso turned pencils into radishes, landscape into portrait... Watercolor witchcraft!
@cathylathrop81042 жыл бұрын
Is gel matte the same as modeling paste? Great tutorial. Thank you!
@SusanMonroeArt2 жыл бұрын
I don't think it is, but I'm not sure.
@pllorens1 Жыл бұрын
Any ideas about how to put a matting around the watercolor
@SusanMonroeArt Жыл бұрын
I only know how to add a matting if the painting is in a traditional frame. I don't think you could do it with this method.
@pattylapihuska23462 жыл бұрын
When you say "all boards" how literal are you? My husband gave me some partical wood boards. As long as they are sealed with gesso and sanded is that kind of board ok to use? How about pressed board, as the type made into peg board? Thanks for a reply.
@SusanMonroeArt2 жыл бұрын
I'm really not sure how well a particle wood or pressed wood board would do. I always have used a solid wood board. All I can suggest is to give it a try! If it were to cause any problems, I think it would be when the gesso is applied and the board is damp, so before you attach your watercolor. If it doesn't look like the board is holding up well, you can just throw it out and try with a different type of board. Sorry I can't be of more help!
@pattylapihuska23462 жыл бұрын
@@SusanMonroeArt thank you for replying. I will give it a try and watch how the gesso responds. I appreciate hearing from you.
@rta37382 жыл бұрын
Patty, the peg board would be Masonite which has been used for decades for oil painting after applying gesso so that will work fine. You can probably see a KZbin posting on this. Don’t use particle board,use MDF-there is a difference. You will need to varnish and/or paint the edges real well. Just a little moisture will swell the wood. Hope this helps.
@pattylapihuska23462 жыл бұрын
@@rta3738 thank you for your reply and advice. I hadn't thought about the wood needing to be sealed. That make a lot of sense for preservation.
@grandma.p4 ай бұрын
How long does the gel matte last?
@SusanMonroeArt4 ай бұрын
It’s been working for years for me.
@leahpotts38966 ай бұрын
Hi, love this demo. One question how do you attach the hanger on the back? Thank you
@SusanMonroeArt4 ай бұрын
I just put eye screws on either side of the board and attached hanging wire between them. It's very easy!
@suzanneosio75966 ай бұрын
Where do you get the wood/frame?
@SusanMonroeArt6 ай бұрын
I bought it at my local art store. It’s called a cradled board.
@MsNoellen9 ай бұрын
is that watercolor paper 300#?
@SusanMonroeArt9 ай бұрын
No, it was 140.
@utube19282 жыл бұрын
Understand it is irreversible Certainly not an archival way to frame Chances are none of us will make art that someone in 50 years will care about it but this does permanently impact the art.
@SusanMonroeArt2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the information!
@galen8291 Жыл бұрын
I don’t varnish or sand my cradled boards, just spray glue and attach watercolor paper…..I thought you were painting right on the wood.
@SusanMonroeArt Жыл бұрын
Aren’t you afraid the acid from the wood will ruin your paper over time?
@dq39747 ай бұрын
Watching you run your hand over the painting with a ring on your finger makes me cringe like I’m about to see a car accident.
@SusanMonroeArt6 ай бұрын
No paintings were harmed in the making of this video! 😂