Tutorial: How to PRIME a canvas for ALCOHOL INKS

[@littlemisssunshine5628]

Thank you SO much! I have had zero creative desire since the world went crazy. One of your videos popped up this morning, and I am getting ready to create. You are loved!!! 💗

[@EmmaRave]

I'm so pleased it's inspired you! Happy creating 😁☺️

[@lastjellyontheplate8828]

Oh my goodness, same here! Lost my mojo completely, then watched this and bingo!

[@CrystalsArtClasses]

Such a sweet message!

[@safi456]

So glad you're from the UK. You might be the only AI artist on YT that's not from the US! Can you do another canvas tutorial showing the use of blow dryers/heat guns so that we can see if the inks behave the same way as they would on YUPO? And also using metallics, and whatever technique one would use on YUPO basically. Thank you!

[@EmmaRave]

Hey, thank you so much for the comment! I will deff add that on the list of tutorials to do in the future :) Thanks for watching

[@oldasa]

Very encouraging to see your post here. I have a local paint store here in Memphis called Ferrel Calhoun who makes a competitor to Kiltz II. I bought a pint on a whim a couple years ago just to see if I could make a canvas act like Yupo. Never got around to experimenting and so with your KZbin here I'm encouraged to do so now. Part of the fun of Alcohol inks is to find ones own methods and canvas can be a more an economical option now because of your instructions here. Thanks for you help. I also see where Grafix has a new "Opaque White Plastic Craft Plastic" too.

[@EmmaRave]

I'm so pleased it's encouraged you to go and try it out. I suppose any kind of water/stain blocker should work really. I don't see why it would only be Kilz 2. I love that you can use alcohol inks on canvas. It's such a beautiful medium and I love seeing it on a bigger scale. I hope you have fun experimenting 😁

[@phyllco672]

Great info ! And just an FYI we can buy Bin in the U.S ( as well as Kilz ) but it’s called Bin 1-2-3 and you can get it in latex or oil . Although the US will be fazing out oils

[@EmmaRave]

That's really helpful to know for the US viewers, thank you :)

[@JillMcKeever]

This video is so helpful; THANK YOU 🙏🏻 I’ve been pricing Ampersand claybords and wishing I could use the stacks of canvases I have already to create bigger pieces. Going out to the garage now to pull out the sealer. You’ve saved my money! Thank you, thank you from Austin, TX.

[@EmmaRave]

I'm so pleased!! Enjoy creating 😁

[@TheLeighanna]

I did it straight onto canvas and it worked well for me, but will try this next time see if there is a difference

[@bellecampbell9298]

Thanks so much for sharing the B.I.N latex 😍 I’m from NZ and unfortunately I couldn’t find the Kilz 2 here, so I was thrilled to be able get a tin of B.I.N primer!! It has taken my art to the next level 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽👌🏽👌🏽👌🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@EmmaRave]

Amazing!!! 😁

[@Crazy4Crafting50]

Thank you for posting this video! Yes, we do have access to Zinser BIN primer /sealers! I actually have a bunch of cans in my basement! Yay! I dont have to buy more supplies!

[@joeycarter2678]

We can get both Kilz and Bin in the US. I prefer Kilz because it's water cleanup.

[@stefaniecolapinto]

Nice vid. Also you’re voice tone and movements are so soft and relaxing to me, it’s giving me ASMR ☺️

[@EmmaRave]

Love that! haha

[@journeyofsound397]

I just got into art and stumbled on this channel and I agree. Not only talented but her voice is wow.

[@kathyian1]

Many thanks. I took a look. Yes I had heard Krylon was excellent. There are so many good and less expensive products in the US! I use Golden on my acrylics but never tried on an alcohol in. X

[@EmmaRave]

Yes, you're right. Hope it goes well 😁

[@Nerdyladyy23]

So thankful to find a video that explains how to prep the canvas

[@wordscrafter]

This. Is. Brilliant. I was looking for a way to use alcohol inks in my journal and your method is definitely the way. Thank you so very much for sharing this!!!

[@EmmaRave]

I'm so pleased its helped :)

[@vbgrace]

Thank you for your tutorial. I do have a suggestion. You can wrap your brush with plastic wrap from the kitchen tightly between coats of primer to save washing between coats. The stays wet and saves an extra step.

[@EmmaRave]

Oh my word - that is an amazing tip!! Thank you so much! It takes so long to clean the brushes. I am going to try that next time. Do you use clingfilm?

[@vbgrace]

@@EmmaRave yes, cling wrap, wrapped around the brush, sealing out the air. I learned that from my brother when he was painting inside my house and he needed to take a break.

[@EmmaRave]

@@vbgrace I'm deff going to try it thanks 😊

[@Crazy4Crafting50]

The pigmented mixatives are definitely thick! Ive seen artists get it to move with a low heat, heat gun or hair dryer. Theres a trick to it for sure! I have trouble with mixatives too! Especially because they tend to curdle up like cottage cheese!

[@EmmaRave]

Oh yes I definitely get that - esp with the gold and silver ones.

[@elementrosedesigns]

THank you! I’ve been wanting to do alcohol inks for a few years and FINALLY caved a bought a set a long with some Arteza pour paint; BUT I prefer canvas. Excited to wake up early and prep and time laps record my first experiment! Thank you! Thank you Thank you!!

[@EmmaRave]

Amazing!! I'm sure it will turn out great 😁

[@elementrosedesigns]

@@EmmaRave I posted a video on my other channel, this is more of like my personal/workout list/tutorial channel. I'll see if itll let me post a link hold on

[@elementrosedesigns]

@@EmmaRave kzbin.info/www/bejne/oYWbn5KOnbmXgdk

[@EmmaRave]

@@elementrosedesigns I just had a look - its great - well done :)

[@elementrosedesigns]

@@EmmaRave wow thank you so much for taking the time!

[@dakotaisme2991]

Please keep your videos coming. Your work is beautiful and I love your step by step explanations 💛

[@EmmaRave]

Thank you! 😊

[@janerochfort2134]

Brilliant 👏........ 👏...waiting for my inks to arrive.....i wanted to work on canvas any your demo has taught me everything I needed to know about sealing the canvas.....i have subscribed....thanks Jane....North Wales

[@EmmaRave]

Just realised you've watched this now. Hope it helped :)

[@janerochfort2134]

@@EmmaRave expensive that stuff to seal the canvas but I have been out and got some today....inks should be here tomorrow 🤗🤗🤗

[@EmmaRave]

@@janerochfort2134 Yes but I'm sure it will look great! :)

[@InkResinandPaint]

Love this tip! I'm in the US and kilz is readily available out here so thank you so much for the tip!

[@EmmaRave]

Perfect! I'm so pleased that's helped 😁

[@rubyvielgo6170]

Is that a glossy primer? Do they have them at Menards or Home Depot?

[@dawnbetrus]

Thank you for your videos. Can we use 91% isopropyl alcohol?. We Can’t find 99% around here.

[@premalingaraj6436]

Thanks for sharing this tip . I did ruin my canvas making coasters

[@tjscrafts7953]

One more question from Terri can U Use compressed air to Spread? How to seal after it's dry? Thanks again Terri

[@EmmaRave]

Yes you can use compressed air to spread although you in short bursts because the inks can fly off the canvas if you use it too close and too much. I have another video on how you seal and varnish alcohol inks - kzbin.info/www/bejne/rHWvk6aNhrWElZo

[@monopinion8799]

This was quite pleasant to watch actually and I appreciate the tip about hop to prep the canvas. We do have BIN here in Canada as well. Thank you for your tutorial.

[@EmmaRave]

I'm pleased the video helped! Thanks for watching ☺️

[@nadialombardo6754]

Beautiful I would love to try I will give it a go soon

[@leaf375]

Wow just found you today, really inspired me and appreciate all you great information. You are really talented. Subscribed.

[@EmmaRave]

Aww thanks! That's really nice of you to say. Hope you enjoy the videos ☺️

[@theeaselrider4032]

Thank you. You just answered a couple of questions for me. Also, not to sound too weird, but you have a lovely speaking voice. You should try doing some audio books & voice over type stuff. I even subscribed too.

[@EmmaRave]

oh wow thanks :) I've had loads of people say that about my voice - I'm very flattered and maybe I will someday! Thanks for subscribing!

[@janmartens1613]

This was a great tutorial- exactly what I needed- thankyou

[@EmmaRave]

I'm so pleased!!

[@kirtjohnson9269]

Thanks from the US ,needed that tip

[@roxaneleblanc2229]

Hey really cool. Thank you. I speak french so I did not understand the type of product you use to clean the brush? I want to try alcohol inks so thanks

[@EmmaRave]

Hi, I'm glad you enjoyed the video. The product I used is Isopropyle

[@clairevoutsinas1991]

great tip ,thank you Emma,will see what I can buy here in Australia.

[@nupursharma5905]

Just curious, did you got that in Aus here. I am in Melbourne

[@spiritspark100]

Yes what would work in Australia?

[@DeliciousBits]

You could try this. I haven’t tried it yet, sorry. Rust-Oleum 1L Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Undercoat Primer Sealer Stain Blocker

[@annwyatt83]

Zinsser BIN Primer Sealer Stain Blocker is available at Bunnings in Australia.

[@EmmaRave]

That's great! It's finally available here in the UK too 😁👍🏻

[@maartenbraet2385]

Just keep in mind that alcohol dissolves the bin primer. Even when completely dry. When you apply alcohol ink with a brush or start dipping with a cotton the ink will mix/blend with the dissolved primer.

[@lynn111l]

Maarten Braet if I use kilz on my canvas would I need to sand it down before applying the alcohol ink?

[@ilspeth99]

I came here to say the same thing. I was looking for a canvas primer for alcohol inks, and I was really surprised to see B-I-N suggested here for that purpose.

[@221b-Maker-Street]

Only if used in a larger amount and deliberately agitated across the primer with the intent of removing it, surely? Also, I don't know anyone who applies AI with a brush! This minuscule amount of alcohol ink just skirting lightly over the surface of the dried primer won't do anything. If it did, countless artists around the world would've seen their work rapidly deteriorate, as BIN and other similar primers are used by many AI artists.

[@momhvnfun]

Thank you for the tutorial. I love it. Beginner here so I am taking it all in. Question? Can the Kilz 2 available here in California USA be spray can instead of brush on?

[@EmmaRave]

If they have a spray can then yes you can use that 👍🏻 Just make sure you do a few layers so the whole thing is covered really well.

[@maryfrancesmcknight9587]

Thank you for the information. I've been putting resin on the canvas first before alcohol ink. This would be so much easier and then start painting sooner. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻❤️

[@EmmaRave]

I'm glad it's helped :)

[@AC3DCad]

Can I use this for Acrylic painting?

[@EmmaRave]

Yes you can if you want to do liquid acrylic ☺

[@moyagracie6423]

Just about to start on canvas, this has been so helpful! x

[@EmmaRave]

I'm so pleased, hope it goes well!

[@wendydee3007]

Great video! I'm just wondering if it's possible to prime a canvas with PVA glue (maybe watered down a little)? Easy to buy, cheap and possibly less toxic?

[@EmmaRave]

I actually haven't tried that.. I'm wondering what the textured might be like once it's dried and whether the alcohol will break it down at all. Maybe give it a little go first .. let me know if it works ☺️

[@lynnemarris7950]

Just an FYI-you can get the BIN by Zinzer in the US

[@EmmaRave]

Thanks for letting me know :)

[@dadleighordasleighor6170]

Does this sealer turn yellow over time? Would it ruin a painting with a white background ? Thank you

[@EmmaRave]

Hey, its a primer not a sealer so you put it under a painting not over - but I haven't experienced any yellowing and on the packaging it does say non-yellowing. Hope that helps!

[@BlazericanHippie]

Soooo... the BIN primer we have in the USA lol it’s VERY common actually lmao! We have it in multiple kinds like water based 123, shellac, and oil based lol BIN primer is manufactured by rust-Oleum! And before that, it was created by William Zinsser who is from Germany and came to the USA back in the 1800s and showed Americans what shellac based priming was all about 🙆🏽‍♀️🙂 haha! I work for rustOleum which is the only reason why I know the background 😂😂 great video btw!! Xoxo

[@EmmaRave]

Oh wow thanks for letting me know!! I had a few people in the US tell me that they couldn't get it so I assumed it wasn't available there but have since realised (from other comments too) that it is 👍🏻 its interesting to hear the background of it though ☺️😂 thanks for watching!

[@agnesavalencia9359]

Not sure I have access to this in Europe :(( wondering if I could just epoxy the canvas making it smooth and then alcohol ink on top? 🙏🏼

[@EmmaRave]

I'm not sure how the inks will look on top of epoxy, I haven't tried it. You could try it on a really small section of epoxy but then you would need to seal it again after with epoxy. Most water repelling paints should roughly work with this technique, it doesn't need to be this particular brand.

[@ilspeth99]

Zinsser is an American company. You can get B-I-N at any hardware store in the US. My question is this: since alcohol is a shellac solvent, wouldn't using alcohol inks break down the primer?

[@EmmaRave]

I'm afraid I don't know the chemistry side of things but I and a lot of other alcohol ink artists have been using this primer with alcohol inks and it seems to work well and the primer holds up. Maybe it's the double coating that helps It to work ☺️

[@iruchaipaint2135]

Can we use blow dryer too? Since you've not used one here! Is it fine or will it damage the primer layer?

[@EmmaRave]

Yes, you can use a blow dryer but just make sure its not on a really high setting so that it doesn't blow the ink off the canvas 😁

[@dinabaughman8731]

Can I just use Greek or shellac spray? I have this already.

[@susanringrose851]

Love it thanks for the tips about priming a canvas.

[@MissChelle]

Hi, thank you. New sub from Australia ❤️🇦🇺

[@deasolis333]

I got a pack of 3 small canvases from Dollarama. Started watching this, then took one outside and sprayed it with Mod Podge. I wonder if that will work.

[@EmmaRave]

Did it work?

[@hellbent444]

can this also be done for alcohol markers? and if so, can you please link the cleaner for the brushes?

[@EmmaRave]

Hi, I'm assuming you can but I'm afraid I haven't tried it with the markers myself. I just use Isopropyl to cleaner the brushes. I put a bit in a clean jam jar and leave the brush in it for a while but this is my favourite method if I have time - kzbin.info/www/bejne/a6TTomWXo7yelbs

[@hellbent444]

thank you! i think im gonna try this!

[@gigigennaro3303]

Nicely done. Thank you for sharing.

[@janorrn]

I love this! Thank you for sharing. I’ve never done this and would like to know the difference between alcohol ink and India ink please.

[@EmmaRave]

Thanks for watching. I'm not too clued up on india india ink but check out this video it might help - kzbin.info/www/bejne/a4HUeIBuh8qNb9k&feature=share

[@farheensubair5066]

Use wall primer of asianpaints

[@TheJackierose1]

Thanks for the video. Luckily, I already have the Zinsser BIN as I have just refurbished my kitchen. Amazing stuff. Again thanks for the vid. I am just starting out doing alchohol inks so much appreciated.

[@EmmaRave]

Thank you so much for that comment :) How amazing that you already have it! I hope you have fun using alcohol inks 😁

[@TheJackierose1]

@@EmmaRave You're welcome Emma. I'm haviing a massive clearout and thank goodness I now have a use for al the canvasses and glass frames. i found another video showing how to do ink alcohols on glass so cannot wait to get started. Just waiting for my inks to arrive from Amazon. Keep doing your videos. They are much appreciated by learners like me x

[@EmmaRave]

@@TheJackierose1 Thats so kind :) Hope the inks arrive soon! x

[@daisyfield6745]

Please show what you draw. I draw on mine and would love to see what you are inspired to draw. Thank you for the lovely video!❤️

[@EmmaRave]

Yes you know that's given me a good idea for a future video - I will show how and what I draw over alcohol inks. I tend to do geometric patterns or sometimes words. Thanks for watching 😁

[@daisyfield6745]

Emma Ravens Thank you!

[@marymullins2634]

Hi I’m wondering if you think gesso or even a decoupage medium? Would work to prepare canvas

[@EmmaRave]

Hi Mary, I'm afraid gesso isn't really going to work because it's not waterproof. I'm not sure about the decoupage medium. You could try it but it would have to be quite thick. I think the main thing is that you want the canvas to resist the inks soaking a lot.

[@marymullins2634]

@@EmmaRave thank you so much !

[@bonniemorris8704]

Great info from across the pond!!! Thanks 😊😊

[@ellamc4675]

How long do you normally wait for inks to dry before you add more? and what do you use to protect the finished product?? Im starting to use inks as a side hobby and just looking for some more tips

[@EmmaRave]

Inks can vary in time to dry depending on what surface you do them on but if you are using alcohol inks then they shouldn't take too long to dry because the alcohol will evaporate very quickly. I use new ink after a few minutes but if you are using acrylic inks, it could take a few hours. Check out this video on how I protect my paintings once finished - kzbin.info/www/bejne/rHWvk6aNhrWElZo

[@tjscrafts7953]

How much ink with alcohol per color Your very good. Thank you, Terri

[@EmmaRave]

It's totally up to you. Depends how diluted and faded you want it to look.

[@arleenaartvark1141]

If you top (flood coat) the alcohol ink painting with resin, will the primer react with the resin by causing pitting?

[@EmmaRave]

Most the time, I paint a really thin layer of resin over the top before I flood coat just incase I find sections when the resin doesn't want to stick. But I've never had a problem with that.

[@Tiffany_14]

Thanks for this tip!

[@rocki__maa7549]

What about watercolor canvases? Do you prep those the same way?

[@EmmaRave]

You can, or you can use gesso which is probably cheaper 😁

[@JHENSHOMESTEAD]

Can u use modge podge instead of resin to seal the canvas?

[@EmmaRave]

I'm really not sure I'm afraid I've never tried modge podge sorry

[@missshelley7986]

Ooo im gunna try that

[@MrSudhanr]

That's nice, awesome. Should the alcohol used be always 99/ or can we have lesser combination also 77/ ? What the impact of high percentage of alcohol and low..?

[@EmmaRave]

I would suggest using 90% or above. You can use 70% however you might not get all the lovely effects that the higher percentage of alcohol will give. This is because the lower percentage will have a mixture of water and oil in it which can affect the overall "look"and blends of the inks.

[@MrSudhanr]

Thank You 😊

[@justjules-pourlyequipped9303]

Thanking you 💚💚💚

[@beverlyhaney9816]

I wonder if any white latex paint would work. I am going to try that. Thanks for the inspiration!

[@EmmaRave]

I'm sure it will to be honest - as long as it is repelling water.

[@20SushiGirl]

Hi there! Thank you for your tutoring, it’s very helpful indeed. I was wondering if you ever tried to use the bullseye 123 of the same brand, it’s the water base version of BIN.

[@EmmaRave]

Hi, I'm glad the tutorial helped :) No, I've never tried it. Have you? Is it any good?

[@thenar]

Thank you. do you not sand the surface with fine sandpaper to get a smooth surface? I'll have to experiment thanks for sharing.

[@EmmaRave]

I do sometimes. Because this was a practice attempt I didn't but if I am doing a large commission I will. I generally paint it with one coat of primer, sand it down and then one more coat of primer :)

[@christinehyde2250]

Using BIN does prepare the canvas well but each time I get settlement marks (don’t know how else to describe them) like thin rivers after it dries all over the surface. Happens on large and small canvas. Does this happen to yours and how to prevent? Thanks

[@EmmaRave]

A few ideas to help you with this - sand down the canvas before you start. It could be that the texture on the canvas is causing this to happen. Another idea is to use a foam roller instead of a brush to create an even texture. You could also paint a layer of standard white primer underneath before you use the BIN primer to help with taking away some texture. Lastly, make sure you mix the primer really really well - like maybe 5 minutes as it could be that it is not mixed properly and is separating on the canvas. I hope that helps ☺️👍🏻

[@christinehyde2250]

@@EmmaRave thanks for responding and your suggestions sounds excellent. I will definitely try them today. 🌻

[@EmmaRave]

@@christinehyde2250 let me know how you get on 👍🏻

[@saolyartstudio752]

Thanks for sharing ❤️I never prime my Canvas 😜... will do next time I paint. ❤️love your channel

[@EmmaRave]

Thank you so much! So pleased you're a new subscriber. Good luck with the priming :)

[@Up.Close.and.Disabled]

Does a pre-primed canvas work that you would normally use for acrylic painting, or is best to get an unprimed canvas and prime with this primer?

[@EmmaRave]

You can use a pre-primed canvas but you would still need to prime again with this primer/similar because a normal primer won't have made your canvas waterproof. Hope that helps

[@Tukanggambarklaten]

Hallo…, i have a question. Can we use acrylic paint to prime our canvas..?

[@EmmaRave]

Not if you want to use alcohol inks as you need a primer that repels water. You can use acrylic paint to prime a canvas where you're not using alcohol inks :)

[@Tukanggambarklaten]

@@EmmaRave so how about oil paint as primer for alcohol ink? I am trying yo use what i already have at home 😅

[@EmmaRave]

@@Tukanggambarklaten Would it take ages to dry though? It basically needs to stop water soaking through the canvas. Have you got any old bathroom/kitchen paint. Usually they are water repellant. Or any paint that is shellac based.

[@bandanamushunuri1561]

you are amazing Your hand so perfect.Just a request can you list down all the items that were used.

[@EmmaRave]

Hey, thanks for watching! If you look in the description of the video, you will see links to everything I used in the video 😊

[@zahraazwayen9426]

What did u use to clean the brush? Thank u! Very helpful video!!

[@EmmaRave]

I'm glad it's helped! I just use isopropyl (rubbing alcohol) to clean the brushes :)

[@sweetangelplus]

I know this late, but have you ever cover it with epoxy resin? Great tutorial and to the point.

[@EmmaRave]

Yes I cover a lot of my paintings in resin and I love how they turn out. It's definitely a more difficult process but it looks great over these sort of paintings!

[@teresadavis9557]

Thank you for the great tip. I have a question for you. I am new learning about alcohol inks. I just learned about the white because I’ve never seen it in the craft stores I go to. Is white just an ink or is it a mixative?

[@EmmaRave]

It's not a mixative like the Tim Holtz one, which is why I prefer it - the colour comes out a lot stronger and moe prominent.

[@bonniemorris8704]

I forgot to say it's beautiful ❤️❤️

[@EmmaRave]

Thanks!!! :)

[@constancelevering4691]

Love the tips you shared !

[@EmmaRave]

Thanks :)

[@theclockonthewall2176]

Hi Emma, thank you for a great tutorial. I have recently purchased an air gun so I could try and do some alcohol ink work but I only have wooden canvases at the moment. Can this be used to prime wood too? X

[@Daddy_Potaytoe]

Yes you’d basically need to create a plastic surface for alcohol inks. I’d be curious if any ole spray paint would work to. Not a primer spray paint but just a good one like krylon. You just need something that stops the wood from absorbing the ink. Same with canvas.

[@theclockonthewall2176]

@@Daddy_Potaytoe Thanks x

[@EmmaRave]

Yes as Rizzo said, its fine to prime the wood with this primer too. You just need to make the surface waterproof basically. Good luck with your project!

[@RahulSharma-rv2mb]

Emma, thank you so much for this video could I ask a question if I prepped the canvas like this would very fluid acrylic paint adhere to the canvas? Many Thanks.

[@EmmaRave]

Yes it should do although I haven't tried it. Only thing is, it may slide off the canvas a lot so you would have to keep it really level whilst it dries.

[@RahulSharma-rv2mb]

@@EmmaRave Thank you for your reply. I'll give it a go to see what happens, hopefully it won't flow of the canvas to much.

[@RahulSharma-rv2mb]

@@EmmaRave Emma could I check do you have a website? Cheers.

[@EmmaRave]

@@RahulSharma-rv2mb yes it's www.emmaravens.co.uk

[@RahulSharma-rv2mb]

@@EmmaRave Thank you.

[@ideala786]

Hi loving your advice. I’m from the uk and unable to get this primer. Are there any other suggestions please xx

[@EmmaRave]

You should be able to get this primer in the UK. Try this link - www.thepaintshed.com/bin-primer-cp310100500000100?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIqYmiypOU6wIVDuR3Ch2LrQHcEAkYAyABEgIWmfD_BwE

[@ideala786]

Emma Ravens Thankyou so much for getting back to me xx💋

[@terriconrad4612]

Great canvas tips! Thank you! I would’ve liked to have seen your finished piece.... but I think this is just perfect the way it is! Do you seal it? 💕🙋‍♀️

[@EmmaRave]

Yes I do seal my alcohol inks with Krylon Kamar Varnish :) Thanks!

[@terriconrad4612]

Thank you!!! Just beautiful work!!!

[@jesschapman531]

Lots of people also use a coat or 2 of krylon UV to protect from fading, because apparently the inks are quite susceptible to fading without it.

[@bodissimusable]

@@EmmaRave Emma, may I ask where you purchase your Kamar Varnish? Thanks

[@EmmaRave]

@@bodissimusable I just get mine from Amazon if I can find it. Not easy to buy in the UK.

[@EndlessSims3]

Great tutorial but can I just use acrylic gesso and or enamel paint to prime canvas? Ty

[@EmmaRave]

it needs to be a gesso that repels water so that the inks don't soak through the canvas

[@EndlessSims3]

@@EmmaRave thank you

[@samanthabackhaus9136]

Thank you for this great tutorial!!!!

[@stevekobb3850]

Helpful! Many thanks.

[@daphanemcconnell5662]

Dark looks good to me. I would keep it.

[@susanbrocksmith4255]

What if your canvas is already gessoed already?

[@EmmaRave]

I would sand it down slightly and then you can reapply new primer for the alcohol inks x

[@hannahalexander7005]

ive done one or two with gesso

[@EmmaRave]

Has it worked with gesso?

[@samihahali2195]

Hi! Cab I use gel coloring with alcohol ink???

[@EmmaRave]

I'm really sorry but I don't know. I've never used it before but I'm assuming it wouldn't react well with the inks - it will probably push them away (dispel them) but maybe it would work if you are usually it on the painting once the ink has dried.

[@LPJCoaching13]

Hi, would the spray of BIN primer work just as good you think?

[@EmmaRave]

Yes, I think so. Just make sure it's well covered :)

[@kathyian1]

Love the tutorial and gorgeous painting. . What do you use to seal the painting to prevent fading please?

[@EmmaRave]

Hey, thanks for watching 😁 Check out this video on how I seal my alcohol ink paintings - kzbin.info/www/bejne/rHWvk6aNhrWElZo

[@lizdouglas1952]

Nice! Appreciate the tips on priming the canvas. Can I use a spray varnish to seal a canvas?

[@EmmaRave]

You can put it in a spray bottle like I did but I don't believe they sell this type of varnish in a spray form.

[@lizdouglas1952]

@@EmmaRave Emma! Thank you for your response. The spray I have was recommended to seal and protect. It was recommended by Lorrie Brewer. It's Krylon Karmar Varnish. Will that be ok, or Gesso coats?🥰👍❤❤

[@EmmaRave]

@@lizdouglas1952 I haven't used Krylon Karmar vanish but I've heard it's really good for alcohol inks so that should work fine :)

[@lizdouglas1952]

@@EmmaRave You are awesome!! Wonderful!! I'll try it on a small canvas! 🥰👍❤❤❤🌈🎨

[@EmmaRave]

@@lizdouglas1952 Let me know how you get on ☺️

[@ivfchic3316]

Thanks so much for sharing! ❤️

[@BbBb-sl8qt]

awesome advise and tips🙂🙏

[@EmmaRave]

😆

[@carolanneconnolly-brown6781]

Hi thank you for the information that was super helpful. Quick question, is there other dealerships can be used and what should I look for in them. Thanks

[@EmmaRave]

Sorry I don't know quite what you mean by dealerships?

[@Sheenresinmarvels]

Which alcohol did u use?

[@EmmaRave]

I used a mixture but mainly Tim Holtz inks. I have put links in the description below to the ones I use

[@aminazubair4724]

Can i use gesso to prime canvas?

[@EmmaRave]

Normally you can for acrylic paints etc but not if you want to use alcohol inks on it

[@vandanakdr]

Beautiful. How do you dilute? What did you add? Can you plz share?

[@EmmaRave]

I dilute the inks with isopropyl alcohol to create a softer colour ☺️

[@MaiteCalado]

I used the bin yesterday and waited an hour but when I startend with a lot of alcohol ink the bin started to get wet again. Did I have to wait langer?

[@EmmaRave]

Did you do 2 coats of the primer or just one? Should only need to wait an hour unless it didn't dry properly between layers

[@rosemarypacyga4142]

Can you paint with acrylics over the ink?

[@EmmaRave]

yes definitely :)

[@geriann4755]

I've used BIN here in America...

[@kalowahine]

can you use gesso?

[@EmmaRave]

No you can't use normal gesso because the ink will soak right through it

[@artbyrsm6927]

hi just asking would it work if i apply acrylic varnish over the top of canvas and then do the alcohol ink?

[@EmmaRave]

I'm really sorry but I wouldn't know, I haven't actually tried that. Basically anything that would make the canvas waterproof should in turn work but I'm not sure if you would get any reactions or blends with the inks. Let me know how you get on if you try ☺️