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Jan 07, 2009
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starstarstarstarstar 		Using old cotton material and Gesso
by: Larry

Another way to make a canvas surface using hardboard or Masonite is to paint Gesso on the surface. While the Gesso is still wet,take an old bed sheet, pillow case, or cotton undershirt (t-shirt), cut to the size of the board and press it onto the wet Gesso. After this dries, about 1/2 hour, paint over the fabric with several coats of Gesso-allowing the gesso to dry between coats.
Dec 31, 2008
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starstarstarstarstar 		Interesting!
by: LOPopplewell

Interesting! I believe the Mona Lisa is painted on canvas mounted board. I would be interested in knowing how you finish off the back side of the canvased board?? ( Keeping it smooth and flat???)
Jan 30, 2008
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by: Mops

Thank you Hayden....information much appreciated.
Mops

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