Make Colors POP with Spray Varnish. Everything Painters Should Know!

[@BabyCartoon2D3D]

Superhit. You have performed very well. Go ahead. 💁👌🎍😍

[@WildCreates]

Thanks for watching and supporting

[@arnisdaddy7905]

I just ordered the Bob Ross Varnish from the link. Thanks for the help as always!

[@WildCreates]

Heck Ya buddy. Let me know how you like it when you play around with it - also thanks for using the link!

[@LetsPlayKitty]

I've always wanted to coat my paintings with resin but this looks so much easier for a beginner like me 😊 Thanks!! ❤

[@WildCreates]

I plan on doing videos of resin, epoxy, liquid glass BUT varnish spray is the easiest and best to start with :)

[@Mijuki]

Thanks a lot for the video. I felt stupid for having to search for a tutorial for how to use a spray varnish but your video is so nice and easy to understand

[@WildCreates]

You are super welcome. There is nothing wrong with looking up tips and tricks from other artist... thats how you grow ❤ I have 2 other videos you might like that go over tips for spray varnish. I will put them below for you to check out.: Perfect Varnish Coat: kzbin.info/www/bejne/f2qmaHuFbK6eiM0 Varnish Secrets: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pH-qoWmsfL12sMU

[@martinewachtenheim3850]

Awesome video as always. Thank you 🙏🏼

[@WildCreates]

Thank you very kindly - Always glad to help you out.

[@jeffrey5356]

Very helpful again as always. I don't have to worry about varnish yet because my paintings still look like they have been painted by a slow blind kid.

[@WildCreates]

Ha ha ha - We all have to start some where - I am sure with my videos we can boost you up to a tween or dare I even say a teen level of skill 😜

[@annwatson4276]

Mine too

[@ethanmanani8541]

Fantastic video Really helpful with the varnishing too

[@WildCreates]

Thanks for the comment and glad I can help you out.

[@Elf_in_stone]

Great vid it was really help full thanks 🙏 (again)

[@WildCreates]

You are welcome again 😜

[@q780]

Any thoughts on brush on varnishes?

[@WildCreates]

Brush varnish is great BUT if you are new to varnish, Spray is best to start with. If your not careful brush varnish can leave brush marks on the painting as it dries. Which can look off putting if you weren't going for that effect.

[@q780]

I am used to using to brush on varnishes so I don't think they are gonna cause any problems.

[@WildCreates]

Thats great then - I would stick with what is working for ya 💪

[@InLawsAttic]

Used your link, but the W&N has a choice of Dammar high gloss- or “picture” varnish- do you know the difference? Thank you!

[@WildCreates]

Never really heard of "Picture Varnish" Must be a general term maybe Danmar is: pale yellow varnish that dries quickly to a high gloss for use on oil and alkyd paintings If you are just starting out - The WN High gloss is greatt, easy to use, and affordable. As you advance you can move into & different and unique varnishes

[@michaelgoodwin5510]

Wild, great vid but here's a really stupid question. At what point in the drying process is it safe to varnish? I've got work that is going on 3 weeks drying and it is still tacky. Not fingerprint tacky - just tacky. Is it safe to varnish at this point or do I need to wait until it is hard/smooth dry? I really need to start using Liquin to speed up the drying process.

[@WildCreates]

OK, so here is the thing... no simple way to answer the question without knowing your paint, mediums used, and amount of paint used on a canvas. But a general basic rule is. If it was thin or a small amount of paint: 3 to 6 months until dry. If it was thick/a lot of paint, 6 to 12 months to dry. Hope that helps a little!

[@michaelgoodwin5510]

@@WildCreates Wow 6 months😮! I just bought some Liquin to start adding to my paint to help speed drying time. I'm glad my previous paintings have been practice only and not for gifts or framing.

[@WildCreates]

Glad to help you out buddy.

[@karenl4634]

Excellent! Two quick questions: 1) Can I varnish acrylics? and 2) Bought a frame from Amazon for a stretched canvas. It came with an "acrylic glass". Do you put a "glass" covering over an acrylic or oil painting? Seems like there might be some sticking or perhaps detract from the texture of the painting. Thank you soooo much. You're the absolute best!

[@WildCreates]

Yes you can varnish acrylic paint. The glass is more for photo or digital art. However you can use a glass cover if you like. It will help protect the art from UV rays and such. BUT your thinking is right, it would distract from the natural texture of the paint.

[@annwatson4276]

Always great help . I have did acrylic for a while never saw anything about varnishing until I started playing in oil . Should acrylic be sprayed too .

[@WildCreates]

Its really up to you. But you can varnish acrylic art if you think it is right for the piece :)

[@riceballs279]

Hello! I don't know if you'll read this, but I've been doing pottery recently and I painted it with acrylic paint. Today I started to spray it with varnish the same bottle you used, and I realised much later that I may wanted to add more acrylic paint on it.. so is it too late now or can I still paint it even I have added varnish gloss? Hope you could see this..

[@WildCreates]

So there are products that can remove varnish... research those. Acrylic paint is basically liquid plastic ( which can adhere to almost anything ). If the pottery is just for you. You might get away with just painting on top, let it dry, then varnish again BUT I would test that first. I hope that helps some.

[@riceballs279]

@@WildCreates Ah yes I'll try test it out first, thank you so much for answering and helping me out! :D

[@WildCreates]

Glad to help buddy - We will call it even by you smashing that sub button. Let me know how it goes :)

[@anaygupta3512]

First, comment and First like ! This premiere is gonna be awesome. I'll try to get the first view too!

[@WildCreates]

Thanks for watching and thanks for the support

[@legendarygaming9576]

Nice video but i have some questions. Is it recommended to oil out your paintings before varnishing? Also can Gamvar varnish be used and does the varnish used have to be spray on or can it be brush on varnish? Just trying to figure out what will make the painting lasts the longest amount of time. I've heard that Gamvar is easier to remove when wanting to re apply.

[@WildCreates]

Not sure what you mean by "oil out"? If you mean dry, they YES! You can use spray or brush, both work great. Spray is easier for new artists. If you plan on re-touching or re-varnish then for with a varnish that works well with that style.

[@legendarygaming9576]

@@WildCreates Hey, thank you very much for the info. I grabbed this from google to explain what oiling out is. "Oiling out a painting is the process of applying a small amount of linseed oil to a dry paint film. Artists will take this optional step to revive a dull or dry looking painting before varnish is applied.".

[@WildCreates]

To be honest I have never done that to a painting because I normally varnish my paintings right after they dry completely. I do this so I dont have issues with my painting down the road.

[@legendarygaming9576]

@@WildCreates Awesome, figured i'd ask just to see your input. Thank you for all the help, much appreciated :)

[@WildCreates]

Always glad to help out.

[@susanp1205]

How long do you need to wait after finishing an oil painting (w/palette knife) before you apply varnish?

[@WildCreates]

Depends on the paints and mediums used for the painting. Acrylics and be anywhere from a few days to weeks. While Oils can be a few weeks to months to full dry for varnish.

[@scottisafool]

@@WildCreates what's the best way to tell if an oil painting has dried enough and is ready to be varnished?

[@ritashappypencil]

Brilliant and informative video, thank you. ❤️😍. I am still having fun painting on MDF but I have a couple of painting I like that I am thinking of framing. One of them still waiting to dry after following one of your videos. Never though of varnishing them as well, so great idea and best way to do this for a beginner. 😊 Have you varnished any oil paintings done on MDF, and any idea about how best to frame painting. Take care and stay safe.

[@WildCreates]

I have sprayed varnished a few MDF paintings BUT I have not framed any at the moment. If you were to frame them you would want to look for frames that can accommodate the thickness of MDF. Generally this means you have to spend a little more money, since sunk frames are not cheap. I would keep an eye out for when there is a sale and maybe pounce on it then.

[@ritashappypencil]

@@WildCreates Thanks again, I will keep an eye out for frame sales 😊

[@WildCreates]

Glad to help out.

[@DensShop]

Hey Wild, This is a great video. How about acrylic paintings? Is the process the same? Do we need a special brand/type? Thanks!-Den

[@WildCreates]

Glad you liked it. The product I show here you can use on Acrylics too (click on the link below for more info on it ). Most varnishes work on all mediums. HOWEVER, make sure your check the can, some varnishes are made for certain mediums like oil and such. Link: geni.us/WNVarnishGlossSpray

[@Ander5806]

How long does the wet on wet painting have to dry before varnishing

[@WildCreates]

Hard question to answer because it can depend on how much/thick your oil is and if you used any mediums. But Generally oil can take anywhere from a few weeks to a few months to fully dry. If you used a lot of oil... it can take 6 months to a year to dry. Hope that helps a little

[@Ander5806]

@@WildCreates thank you very much just started painting and using the Bob Ross wet on wet painting style. When I found your KZbinr site I hadn't received any help in the 🎨 painting process but with watching the Bob Ross painting video's and books. Just wanted to let you know that you have helped me in my new adventure in wet on wet painting . wonderful job Wild hope you have great success in your adventures in life what ever they maybe. Looks forward in learning more from you about The painting process with all it's Twists and turns.

[@Sharon921]

Thanks for this and for inspiring us. One question...... how do I clean my Bob Ross type oil paintings on canvas that are about 10-12 years old and were never varnished? ...... and can I clean them, then varnish them now? Cheers 🥰

[@WildCreates]

I normally just feather dust mine - The oil can be fragile so using something with a lite-touch is best. Just get yourself a cheap feather duster of amazon and that will work great.

[@rustyhook84gaming56]

do you have to wait 6 months to use spray varnish like you do brush on varnish?

[@WildCreates]

I assume you are talking about oil paint... if so... hard to answer. Because it depends on how thick and how many layers you used. Can be as short as a handful of weeks to more than a year.

[@angelwings7930]

What do you think of bottled liquid varnish ? Any reasons why sprays are better, I guess it’s easier to evenly coat with sprays - but any other reasons ?

[@WildCreates]

Personal I think bottle brush on varnish is better. However, I think it is tougher for new painters is all. You can add to much or too little. You do it wrong and cause yellowing or cracking. You might put on an uneven coating. You may add brush marks that you can't get out. ETC. Spray varnish is more fool-proof. Once you understand the properties of varnish. Then upgrade to a brush on. Hope that makes sense.

[@angelwings7930]

@@WildCreates Thanks.

[@NoorAhmed-jg8zg]

Which type of varnish is best matte or gloss?

[@WildCreates]

Hard to say which is best since I haven't used them all, BUT I go like the Winsor & Newton varnish and the Grumbacher varnish.

[@NoorAhmed-jg8zg]

@@WildCreates I’ve been using the matte varnish and it’s good, but after I sow your video and I see the result of the gloss varnish on the canvas I really wanna try it, it give a very nice glow on the canvas

[@WildCreates]

Best advice is - wait for a sale on amazon or your local art store and by a can or too and try it out.