Display Watercolor Art without Glass [Complete Board Mounting Demonstration]

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3 жыл бұрын

In this video, I show you step by step, my process for mounting a finished watercolor painting to a birch board. I show you how to seal the painting, adhere the painting to a board and seal the painting with wax medium. This is a cost-effective and easy way to display your artwork without the need for a frame and glass.
I discuss the difference between a cradle board and plain board surface. Next I show you how to seal your artwork with Krylon UV Resistant Acrylic Coat. Make sure you complete this step out of doors as the fumes are toxic. Use an old paint brush to apply the Golden Gel Medium to the back of the painting and the board. Use a Speedball brayer to eliminate air bubbles between the paper and board. You should allow this to dry overnight before proceeding. Use a shart utility knife to cut around the board to trim the painting. Finally, apply the wax medium with paper towel and buff to a sheen with a clean, lint-free cloth.
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@racheldonner324 3 жыл бұрын

Art *and* power tools!? You have my heart! 😂

@KrisDeBruineStudio 3 жыл бұрын

Haha!! 🤣 Thanks!

@bongrobs 3 жыл бұрын

i've been thinking of learning to paint and this morning i thought pen and watercolor would be really nice, so i searched youtube .... i picked your video out of the results. i'm glad i did :) thank you

@KrisDeBruineStudio 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 😀 I appreciate the feedback. I love watercolor and trust you will too. Have fun!!

@bongrobs 3 жыл бұрын

@@KrisDeBruineStudio Thanks, I will start soon!

@jennw6809 7 ай бұрын

Excellent tutorial, and I absolutely love the poppies painting you showed in the beginning!

@KrisDeBruineStudio 7 ай бұрын

Thank you

@hkowsk1 Жыл бұрын

That cradle board idea is so awesome!

@KrisDeBruineStudio Жыл бұрын

Thank you. Yes. It gives a unique, modern look.

@4bews 2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful tips and a beautiful, finished piece of artwork!

@KrisDeBruineStudio 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@javiantuna6436 11 ай бұрын

LOved i, I'm going crazy... I have a very close deadlien for a show. And my frame shop cannot accomodate me. Thank you!!

@KrisDeBruineStudio 11 ай бұрын

You are so welcome!

@cathylathrop8104 2 ай бұрын

❤

@KrisDeBruineStudio 2 ай бұрын

:-)

@theresaavery4670 5 ай бұрын

So much helpful information here! Thank you. I just subscribed. Is there a particular reason for using birch wood over any other wood?

@KrisDeBruineStudio 5 ай бұрын

Great question. No, this wood is just what is affordable and available at my local DIY store.

@teriyoung5309 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! I've been ready to try this for a while, but wasn't finding full or clear instructions in one place, so I am grateful for your generosity in creating this video. Question: when you measure using the mat, and mark the corners, then turn the paper over, how do you know where to make your pencil box on the back? (I'm confused because the pencil marks are on the front and no longer visible once you turn the paper over) ...? I love this approach for protecting and displaying watercolors - and I think its less presumptuous (less costly, less old-school, safer in the mail, etc) than framing my pieces that I want to gift. Thanks so much for this video!

@KrisDeBruineStudio 3 жыл бұрын

Great question. After making the small marks on the front of the painting, I used a ruler to measure the distance from the edge of the paper to these marks. (this is shown in the video, but only briefly). Then I turned over the paper and transferred the measurements. Then placed the board and traced it. This is the most reliable way I have found to get my placement accurate. THANKS!!

@teriyoung5309 3 жыл бұрын

@@KrisDeBruineStudio ah, of course. Thanks so much!

@timetotakeabreak 2 жыл бұрын

I love all your videos! Been binging them the last few days. What type of krylon spray varnish are you using? Im not sure whether to get gloss, matte, or satin

@KrisDeBruineStudio 2 жыл бұрын

Hi! Thanks so much for watching. I use Krylon UV Resistant Acrylic Clear Coat. I purchase mine on Amazon....but I bet you can get it lots of places. Here's a link for more info - amzn.to/3nCQLXb

@KrisDeBruineStudio 2 жыл бұрын

PS - I use Matte. But I bet satin would be nice too.

@timetotakeabreak 2 жыл бұрын

@@KrisDeBruineStudio thank you!!

@Cre-Art 3 ай бұрын

Helpful tips, thank you. As for my art, I'm not sure I'd want to use a spray on gouache as it reactivates and could get spotty. I've used Dorland's Wax which makes a good seal but I liked the idea of UV protection. Guess I need to do more research. :)

@KrisDeBruineStudio 3 ай бұрын

After spraying I also use Dorland's Wax, which I mention at the end of this video. However I have tested this technique on watercolor only....never gouache. Good luck.

@Cre-Art 3 ай бұрын

Thanks. :) I'll just skip that step.

@LaurieSams-xl5rx 2 ай бұрын

Excellent info. What hanging method do you use for the birch board? Thanks.

@KrisDeBruineStudio 2 ай бұрын

Here is a short video I just did in response to that question - kzfaq.infoaiCkS7CJSDM?feature=share

@LaurieSams-xl5rx 2 ай бұрын

I so appreciate your responding to each question. My question is, what do you suggest is the best hanging method for the birch boards? Thank you! Laurie

@KrisDeBruineStudio 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching.

@JulieAllanArt 7 ай бұрын

Hi Kris. Wonderful tutorial and I do love your painting style! Beautiful. I wanted to ask a question. I've just finished two of my paintings with this technique and used Gamblin cold wax. I found that I was getting swirly streaks when trying to buff the wax, kind of like it was not adhering to parts of the painting. I'm wondering if I either applied too much wax or too little? And would it be safe to re-apply another coat of the wax? Any suggestions would be appreciated. Thank you again for this tutorial! ♥

@KrisDeBruineStudio 7 ай бұрын

Hmmm. It's difficult to say whether it is too much or too little, without seeing it. I always spray my paintings with a fixative and UV coating first. I assume you did that. That helps the wax go on more evenly. I also use Dorland's wax and I'm not familiar with Gamblin Cold Wax so I can't really speak to that. Sorry I can't be more help. Did you do a search specifically about how to use Gamblin Cold Wax? That might help.

@JulieAllanArt 7 ай бұрын

@@KrisDeBruineStudio Thanks Kris. I think I have worked it out. I didn't allow time to cure...didn't realise the wax had resins in it. I left them a few days and the marks have disappeared! Yay! I thought I was going to lose two paintings haha! 😍

@KrisDeBruineStudio 7 ай бұрын

@@JulieAllanArt That's great news. I'm glad it worked out.

@joycesnodgrass7068 3 жыл бұрын

Gee...thanks!

@KrisDeBruineStudio 3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome. Thanks for watching.

@michaelchamberlin6665 Жыл бұрын

Have you used this technique for large (30x22") paintings?

@KrisDeBruineStudio Жыл бұрын

Hi! Yes, one time I mounted a very large print to a cradle board using this method. You definitely need TWO PEOPLE as it can be difficult to position the paper. I would also recommend having two brayers, so you can both work at removing any air bubbles between the paper and the board. The end product looked great...but it was a little nerve wracking to do. Have fun!!

@joycesnodgrass7068 3 жыл бұрын

? I have a painting that I want to attach to cradle board. My painting is an odd size. I'm think to paint the cradle board with black acrylic paint, and then centering my watercolor painting on the board. The black acrylic paint will then look like frame. ?My question: Will this work?

@KrisDeBruineStudio 3 жыл бұрын

I have never adhered a painting to a painted board. But I have seen others do it. I imagine it would work just fine. I think it would be important that the black paint is acrylic -- like the gel medium -- to ensure good adhesion. If it is a priceless piece of art....maybe you could test the process first with something less precious.

@joycesnodgrass7068 3 жыл бұрын

@@KrisDeBruineStudio Good idea about testing it using a painting that I can live without, if it ends up being a failed mess💛

@cathylathrop8104 5 ай бұрын

Kris, what is the thickness of your birch panel?

@KrisDeBruineStudio 5 ай бұрын

I think it was 3/16"

@cathylathrop8104 5 ай бұрын

@@KrisDeBruineStudio thanks so much!