How to Mount Watercolor on a Wood Panel: Cheap Alternative Framing Method for Watercolor Paintings

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7 жыл бұрын

I love the contemporary look achieved by mounting a watercolour painting on a wood panel, and waxing it for a finish that maintains the integrity and beauty of the paper. Here I share my technique for mounting my paintings on wood.
Supplies Needed: (When you purchase using these links, I get a small commission. Thank you!)
Golden Extra Heavy Gel Medium [Scroll down the list to select the size you want]: bit.ly/2ghLfc6
Krylon Kamar Varnish Spray: bit.ly/2fS7XqM
Dorland Wax Medium: bit.ly/2ghPFje
Wood Panel slightly smaller than your painting
Sharp knife for trimming the edges, sandpaper for smoothing
Brushes for applying the medium
I find this method works best on 140 lb paper, as thicker paper might not adhere as evenly to the panel.
Learn with me! Mentorship for heart-prioritizing artists: angelafehr.com

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@trishkempson8901 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for much for this. It inspired me to have a go and since I’ve begun doing this in the last Month, I find people Love the paintings on the cradled boards and these are selling like hot cakes. Theylook more contemporary than under glass and buyers don’t have to frame themselves with that extra cost. Buyers are willing to pay the extra for a mounted painting and the board mounting cost is less than professionally framing under glass. And bonus- I can do it at home. Win win!

@adventurescalling7082 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this awesome tip!. I tried a scrap piece of watercolour paper and I did a mixed media to see if my pan pastels would work as well. So I dried my watercolour and then added pan pastels over top, to see if it would work with the pastels as well. I then sprayed about 3 or 4 light coats of Krylon UV-Resistant Matte spray which is a clear acrylic coating. I then tried the wonderful wax you suggested and I am so happy with the results! From this I am getting my old pan pastel paintings out and mounting them instead of paying big bucks for putting them behind glass. Super! Keeps cost down and looks awesome.

@alexthe1cat 6 ай бұрын

This demo is hellpful, straight-forward and wonderful, Angela. I am doing my first such panel this next week, and you've further inspired me! ~Be well~

@LeighPogue 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this video Angela. What a great idea to change up your paintings for a very nice look. Thanks

@judithgillam5074 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Angela. This is a a beautiful alternative to traditional glass framing, and your instructions are so clear and easy to understand. I really enjoy your watercolour tutorials also, so encouraging.

@maryschwarz8119 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for sharing!!! So much easier than matting and framing for a nice gift! Can't wait to try it!!!

@LoraCreates 4 жыл бұрын

Holy Cow! This is a gorgeous alternative to framing behind glass. Watercolors displayed behind glass creates glare and it is difficult to see the painting as a whole. Thank you so, so much for this tutorial! I have an exhibition coming up and have been dragging my feet to frame them. I've been hoping to find a way to frame or display them without glass. I've even been considering just pinning them to the wall! Thanks again!!!

@edrymes3653 7 жыл бұрын

What a great alternative to traditional matte & framing. I've been doing a series of small ink & wash and this would be an excellent way to show my work.

@pambutler5437 7 жыл бұрын

Angela, this is a wonderful tutorial. I love the look of the bare panel as opposed to framing and wondered how to do it. Thank you so much!

@michaelannfitzgerald8742 6 жыл бұрын

Love how simple looking this is, plus all you see is the art..no frame. Thank you!

@thefrugalcrafter 7 жыл бұрын

perfect timing! I just bought a small jar or Dorlands per another KZfaq's recommendation. I can't wait to try it! actually I wanted to ask how you did yours but I did not want to put you on the spot lol:) thanks again!

@evelynvanderlinde7357 6 жыл бұрын

Thankyou Angela! I think this method of sealing and mounting is a wonderful alternative to the traditional glass and framing. And, so much less weight to carry!

@JBranchStudio 7 жыл бұрын

Great idea! I've done varnish on watercolor murals, but I've never tried wax. Thanks for the inspiration and great tutorial!

@dorothysfriend 6 жыл бұрын

Love this method, framing is so expensive and reflects in the price that you have to charge. Brilliant solution, thanks.

@jgtutors 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for teaching us this technique. I was racking my brain for a way to “frame” 3 small watercolor sketches as a gift to a friend. This was the answer and she loved them!

@SueBetanzos 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for this video. I learned about a new product (wax one). This technique works for other mediums too. As long as the painting is sealed with the Krylon spray, it seems to work pretty well. Plus a nice Giclee' print of the original painting can be mounted like this for a cool different look. The cradled birch panels are so nice!

@debikistler5607 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I am not sure how I missed this as I have been looking for an alternative to framing in glass forever! Your tutorial is so clear and easy to understand. I can't tell you how much I appreciate your sharing!

@lynnramsey108 5 жыл бұрын

Love this technique. Makes a beautiful display of your painting. I want to try it!

@lstchcglch 7 жыл бұрын

thanks Angela...very helpful. I've used Dorlands on my watercolors in the past (a little onto an original that I'm mounting on a greeting card and it works well on Yupo paper and the like as well. I appreciate all your videos All the best to you

@catherinecatherine4889 7 жыл бұрын

This is especially useful for paintings that would be exposed to moisture such as in the kitchen or bathroom. Good presentation, thank you.

@carolenielsen7350 4 жыл бұрын

I’ve watched several KZfaq videos on this and yours is the best. Thanks for sharing.

@krissullivan7080 4 жыл бұрын

This is a gem! I've been wanting to mount my watercolor project and this helped a lot. Thank you Angela!

@conniekuhn5387 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Just what I needed to learn this technique.

@barbaraelliott7078 5 жыл бұрын

Angela. I just finished my first attempt with this process with an 8 x 10 inch panel and am very happy with the results. I have wanted to do this for ages and your instructions were very clear and easy to follow. Can’t wait to try it on a larger piece. This will definitely keep my framing costs down. Thanks so much for generously sharing your knowledge.

@donnacarraway9182 5 жыл бұрын

I just found this tutorial and it looks perfect! Sometimes a mat makes a picture look better but if I have a good painting, (I’m a newbie) I love the idea of the panel! Plus my house is a very modern style so this goes perfectly with that! Thank you so much!! 💕

@ebyn77 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing! That is a lovely way to finish a piece.

@beatriznewmark4979 6 жыл бұрын

Cool idea l definite want try this. Thank you for sharing

@super9studioscommercialpho370 11 ай бұрын

Thank you, Angela! I have watched your video several times while I learn how to do this for my work in cyanotype. Very cool results!

@lucymcconville7780 3 ай бұрын

EXACTLY the information I needed! I saw your name in my options for tutorials, and knew this would be the one! Thank you for being here for us, always!

@anyagodwin5197 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this Angela. I am using it for my Christmas presents this year. It’s a very economical way of giving something to someone that is small and still very beautiful and looks professional. I’ve even manage to get the right kind of wax here in New Zealand miracles!

@antheablackmore5838 5 жыл бұрын

Loved this idea, thanks so much can’t wait to try this !

@Karenliseblack8147 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this lesson. I appreciate your classes and advice.

@RhondaSawyer-ze4ix Ай бұрын

Can’t wait to try this! Thank you for sharing this technique with all of us.

@davidhogan621 Жыл бұрын

What a great description, so easy to follow. Going back to the traditional method of displaying watercolours as used by Samuel Palmer in the early 19th century. Thank you for sharing this method.

@stephboilard 3 ай бұрын

This is amazing, Angela! Thank you SO much for sharing this tutorial. I can't wait to try this on my own paintings.

@terrilikens4975 2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful! What a great option. I'm just getting back into watercolor and was dreading the cost and fuss of framing. Now I have a better, inexpensive option.

@Airbrush208 Жыл бұрын

Thank You so very much Angie,waxing over framing and glass I love the look and so much of a money saver along with time spent, an absolute Game changer for my paintings.

@jessicajeffers2420 2 жыл бұрын

This was exactly in the info I was looking for! Thank you for sharing your expertise!

@watercolourlandscape Жыл бұрын

Looks amazing Angela! Thanks for sharing your method.😊🖐🏼

@krissullivan7080 3 жыл бұрын

Love this technique! Thank you so much for generously sharing the way to do it. I'm finishing up a series of birds I painted and giving them to my husband for Christmas. Happy holidays to you! Kris from Los Angeles

@shelleywhitehead8029 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this demo. I will definitely give it a go!

@annettefournier9655 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Angela. I've seen this done without the varnish too. I tried it both ways. Without the varnish first I did see a slight shift in color to lighter. So a couple light coats of the varnish did keep the colors true. Thanks again Angela.

@redheadlady2 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so very much. I have watching this wonderfully explained instructions. Starting on two paintings today. I love your exacto knife as well. Thanks again🥰

@colleencrowe8261 2 жыл бұрын

great video, I have watched others and yours is just simple and to the point. I am loving building these little paintings.

@maldoori238 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing your skills and inspiring experience I will definitely try it .

@kathbiddle-dutton7069 4 жыл бұрын

Love this process, have used and shared often 🤗 Thanks

@ClaireandAnna 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for this tutorial! Exactly what I was looking for!

@annemorgan2928 Жыл бұрын

Wow, just what I was looking for. Thank you so much for sharing! 🇨🇦

@cindysouza5017 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this great tutorial!!

@lissaw.8205 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Angela! I didn’t know this was possible!

@cuneytu1 Жыл бұрын

Wonderful result on Michael’s boards. I left the edges as a frame as I don’t have a method for cutting the board yet. Thank you

@trishkempson8901 3 жыл бұрын

Your video has encouraged me to try this method for the first time. So easy. And modern. Thanks for sharing.

@angelfehr 3 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear it! Enjoy!

@tonym7570 7 жыл бұрын

I will try it on my next one. Thank you.

@maylenbope5348 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for this video!!

@evastovall4546 7 жыл бұрын

thank you very much I've been wanting to know how to do this

@free2danz1960 7 жыл бұрын

i absolutely love this! im thinking you could probably adhere a mat to that also if you wanted to. thanks so much for sharing this video. ive been trying to find a way to frame some of my art without going into the whole glass thing. blessings!

@lifestories3460 4 жыл бұрын

Such a valuable video. Thank you.

@lydiashemain9746 3 жыл бұрын

Great idea. Thanks Angela.

@lilypayne7792 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks I am going to try this.

@tizianamarinagonzalezmengh8159 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much. I have used comun paper glue to stick a watercolor painting on a MDF panel and it glued on very well. I did not not know about de wax! I will try!! Thanks!!

@sonseraedesigns7167 5 жыл бұрын

Great video! Thank you!

@mindofwatercolor 7 жыл бұрын

Cool! Thanks Angela. I learned something new. Gonna try this.

@LIAMKUMAWAT 5 жыл бұрын

The Mind of Watercolor coool to see you here steve

@shelleywhitehead8029 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Mind of Watercolor. Love your channel! Did you try this? How did it go?

@elpasomark3069 3 жыл бұрын

Nice. Thanks Angela. Mounting on a panel and then putting in a float frame would be pretty cool too I think.

@angelfehr 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, it has a great look!

@elpasomark3069 3 жыл бұрын

@@angelfehr Oops! That should have been "Float frame" not "Float free." Edited and corrected :)

@abbystevens5693 7 жыл бұрын

thanks! i found the video very quickly and gonna try it and see if i like this method.:-)

@dianachurch7463 7 жыл бұрын

Hi Angela thank you so much for showing us this method. I would certainly like to try it as I am always sad about my paintings being partly invisible because of the light reflection in the glass. I was wondering if I could use something else instead of Golden Extra Gel such as Mod Podge for example?

@alinaedmonds 2 жыл бұрын

Fabulous! Thank you a lot!!!

@lizrenwick1180 5 жыл бұрын

Cool idea😊

@kristas.gramens3430 2 жыл бұрын

Genius! Thank you.

@nicsluckytw1 7 жыл бұрын

how would you do something like this to preserve the rough edges of the paper? I love the rag edges of the paper,,, love your vids!

@elaynekelley8187 4 жыл бұрын

thanks so much...great video

@monicahoeffelmurphy3823 6 жыл бұрын

Great video, I am wondering if the wax attract dust over time? Thanks again for a great video.

@lavenderinbloomflowerfarm1420 10 ай бұрын

Thanks for the great info!

@andreamerican1775 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! This is fantastic. Do you know if this protects against UV?

@-davidolivares 3 жыл бұрын

Ok, don’t want to be a David downer but I worry about fading. Without the protective UV layer of good art glass or acrylic, I think the art could fade faster if near sunlight. Edit: Krylon Gallery series Archival varnish has UV protection.

@lesgrindey 5 жыл бұрын

really nice Angela

@evastovall4546 7 жыл бұрын

thank you

@mariajackson8378 6 жыл бұрын

I was going to buy some of the wax but I wasn't sure about it because it was quite white. I noticed it does look white though. Thanks for sharing this

@mrsd3424 11 ай бұрын

Love this method! Thanks so much for sharing. I have done this a few times now, and love the finished product . What do you use for lint free cloths?

@cmsommerfelt 3 жыл бұрын

A question for you - Do you feel that the acrylic medium that you are using to adhere the painting to the panel seals the wood and protects your painting from acid leaching through the wood to your watercolor paper? I watched another video where the artist sealed the panel first with a polyurethane before using the acrylic medium. Your thoughts?

@BrhodyWallisArts 9 ай бұрын

An answer to this question would be fab 😀

@KDubTwin2 7 жыл бұрын

Beautiful! Do you have a lesson on painting that tree? Also, do you have a link for purchasing the wood panel? Thank you!

@hintonhamilton1390 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the excellent demo and info. Will this technique work on colored pencil drawings assuming they are fixed with varnish? Thank you

@v0yag3r_ 5 жыл бұрын

I’ve mounted my own artwork using this method and it came out lovely! How do you hang these in a gallery setting? How do you recommend protecting for transportation?

@MrLuisagarcia 6 жыл бұрын

great video. would this work on a gouache painting? thanks

@LoriJMarshall 3 жыл бұрын

I L♥️VE this!!

@florisabelcastillo7688 5 жыл бұрын

Beautiful! Wondering if you can use the wax over acrylics as well?

@sharynfogel9820 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! I loved your demonstration. I have a watercolor painting on 140 lb. watercolor paper 11 1/2 by 15 1/2 inches. Where am I going to find a wood panel that size? Does it have to be wood? Masonite? Any particular type of wood?

@tarasden63 3 жыл бұрын

I really like this method. I do have to ask though if it increases or lessens the value of a watercolour painting? Also, it should be noted, if you really like the painting, you may want to make sure you have a digital copy for possible future prints before you mount it.

@victoriawaterswaters8805 6 ай бұрын

Hi fantastic 😊 ...I learnt recently that grease is on our fingertips and palms and if you ever need to brush off any dust on a piece of work you should either use the knuckles ie on back of hand as there is usually little to no grease..so when you press down your piece of work onto the board IMHO you should try using a barrier between your beautiful piece of work and the grease on your hands(which we all have btw) maybe put a lint free cloth or even a piece of paper between hands and surface when pressing.

@juliebergacker5680 3 жыл бұрын

Super!

@seamus9305 Жыл бұрын

Thanks Angela.

@klaselart 2 жыл бұрын

This video was extremely helpful! I love the look. Can you please tell me where you found your brayer? I can only find smooth ones. Thank you

@glendapaul6191 6 жыл бұрын

excellent, thank you :) you said it felt a little sticky, does the buffing get rid of that? what about dust, will it collect on the wax? thanks

@maureengarcia5478 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing this mounting technique. Does the wax finish harden? Can it be dusted with a damp cloth if something splashed on it? Your watercolors look so nice in this mounting. Loved seeing your gallery show online! Always best wishes!!!

@ullazitabinder2091 5 жыл бұрын

I love the look of this mounting. What does the wax do other than add a shine? is it enough with varnish, or is it necessary with wax too?

@francinetjones1814 7 жыл бұрын

Angela, I actually scored my paintings on the backside to the size of my panels. After that I placed on the panel and creased the edges. Then I cut a slit on the diagonal from the edge of the folds. So when I was ready to mount to the panel after applying the medium and brayering, it was very easy to line up. This ensures the painting is straight. :-)

@erikadonaghy9946 4 жыл бұрын

Do you then have paper (or part of your painting) covering the edges of your panels? Sort of like a wrapped canvas?

@betsysmorris 4 жыл бұрын

This seems like a great method and I’m anxious to try it with my own work. One question, though. Why bot UV sealant and wax? Wouldn’t one or the other protect your painting without using both?

@christyprice6942 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing. I live in a humid environment. Do you fee this method would last and the paper not lift? Thanks

@SuzetteG316 5 жыл бұрын

I love this!! I made perhaps the classic mistake of painting on whatever size paper I had available at the time, or just cutting/ripping into sizes that suited me at the time without thought of framing sizes. Now I have about fifteen odd sized paintings that I love and no way to traditionally frame them. Except now I do! I am loving this method and the look you get from it. I can't wait to get started... Thanks Angela!!

@morna45 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Angela, thanks for your excellent video. I just bought a jar of Dorland's because I wanted to try it on my watercolors. I, too, did not want to put the watercolor behind glass. Could you tell me, did you ever try just using the wax without first fixing the painting with Kamar's? I'd heard that the waxing itself does not hurt the paint. Again, thank you. I can't wait to try out my new process, and I realize that this is two years later. LOL

@aprilcrawford-smith271 5 жыл бұрын

Hey Angela, my biggest challenge is the wood panels, where do you get them from and how do you get them the right size? I’ve got 100 watercolour mandalas to mount and this is the trickiest part for me! Thank you :)

@suemauer5965 9 ай бұрын

I did a Google search for cradled birch panels, and found a great variety available online - in has a variety of sizes!