What is Gesso? How To Use Gesso + Why It's Important For Sketchbooks & Paintings!

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What is Gesso?! That is a great question! In the video, I answer all of the highly requested questions about gesso and why it is important! It is a great base layer for your paintings and I always use it in my creative process! I show examples of acrylic paintings, oil paintings, some illustrations, and my sketchbook! I hope you find it satisfying and helpful.
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@williardbillmore5713 5 ай бұрын

When I was in art school in the 70s I discovered that flat white acrylic house paint has all the same properties of Liquitex gesso at a fraction of the cost. I could buy a gallon of house paint at the hardware store for less than what a quart of Gesso cost at the art supply store The oil paintings I did back then, 50 years ago, using flat white acrylic house paint as gesso, still hold up today.

@arlenekerr1198 3 ай бұрын

I thought of that,now I'll have to try it, thanks for the tip!

@williardbillmore5713 3 ай бұрын

@@arlenekerr1198 Just be sure to get the flat white exterior paint and stir it well satin or gloss finishes may result in bonding issues, especially if your finished paint layer is oil paints.

@robertawestbrooks9531 2 ай бұрын

All righty, will go buy flat white paint instead 😮

@shirleyandrews1152 2 ай бұрын

I was wondering about that. Thank you for affirming my suspicions❤️

@karincocker3394 Ай бұрын

Wiw great, ok i always add good white wood glue, A slosh of water, to thin this, criss cross big brush, over canvas

@fangirl1234fangirl 2 жыл бұрын

TIP: Gesso is also great to mix with acrylic paints! It makes the paint look thicker and not as streaky! Great to make cheap paints look more expensive :)

@soniccookie655 Жыл бұрын

You can add corn starch to cheap paints too and it gives a great result!

@savagejordan781 9 ай бұрын

@@soniccookie655nice

@jasonanthonywilper 3 ай бұрын

Gesso costs way more that paint

@naturezone6655 2 ай бұрын

Good tip!

@ericswain4177 6 ай бұрын

While this may be a good practice generally I would think that 4-8 coats under the finished painting may be prone to craquelure and flaking over time as paintings that endure for many many years may be exposed to many more ambient conditions such as Heat, Cold, Humidity, Etc... I am an Art collector and a few of my paintings have suffered such a fate which I believe from too many base layers though thin. Yes some of them are quite old and may have inferior paint and Gesso materials. The more coats the more prone to mechanical movement especially canvas and paper or any flexible substrate. Another thing to consider is the surface itself such as masonite, solid wood panels, and laminated woods, and their thicknesses that expand and contract sometimes quite a bit so there may be additional coating steps and preps if one wants their artwork to stand the long test of time. Yes, materials are much better today but I fear with the advent of so many paints and techniques and heavy impastos etc.. that there will be many works lost to inadequate forethought of materials and substrates in combination leading up to disaster. Side note Jess Karp nice artwrk.

@justinmorgan2126 5 ай бұрын

mix fine talc (baby powder) with white glue and you've got all the gesso you'll ever need for a tenth of the price of shop bought stuff.

@karincocker3394 Ай бұрын

Yes!! That john....&john.... Talc powder is amazing and dries ROCK HARD, ALSO FOR TEXTURE!! (what did i do to my poor babies bottoms!)

@phillippia Ай бұрын

@@karincocker3394There has been class action lawsuits for the cancer causing effects of some body powders in recent years….

@michaeljohnangel6359 6 ай бұрын

"Gesso" means "plaster" in Italian. Up until the middle of the 20th century, painters would use a type of gesso made in the studio, using powdered plaster (chalk, calcium carbonate) and an organic glue (usually rabbitskin glue). Acrylic gesso is not a gesso, but it does work well as a primer for one's canvas. The best commecially available gesso is Golden Gesso; it is, in fact, a gesso made with calcium carbonate and a synthetic glue (which is better than the traditional rabbitskin glue, since it doesn't yellow with time and remains flexible).

@Christodophilus 3 жыл бұрын

I was taught to always gesso a canvas or board before painting, but never knew exactly why. Now I do! Oh, and never would have thought to gesso a sketch book, to prevent materials seeping through to the other side. Great advice, and thanks for sharing.

@artofjesskarp 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing! I am so glad you found it helpful! Thanks for waching!

@ritakoentopp5364 5 ай бұрын

lol

@hannahnfvideos1043 3 жыл бұрын

Can you post a video of an “old” sketchbook tour? Like when you first started drawing? Or even your oldest artwork?

@artofjesskarp 3 жыл бұрын

I want to yes!

@maryamkhan1070 3 жыл бұрын

Yes please

@vibesmom 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for being so detailed. It’s so helpful and takes away the fear factor of trying something new. ❤️

@VisualMind 3 жыл бұрын

I've seen a lot of people use Gesso but never really knew that much about it. Thank you so much for this informative video! Also your artwork is absolutely breathtaking!

@alexandramolleker2231 3 жыл бұрын

This answered so many of my questions! 😊 Thanks for that, Jess! 😊

@greekveteran2715 Жыл бұрын

Wow!! That blue eyes drawing on the wooden panels, looks awesome!

@bhavinipatel2697 3 жыл бұрын

I love the mix of videos on your channel! It's such a motivation to create :)

@Blick_Art Жыл бұрын

Great explanation of the function of acrylic gesso, and excellent visual demonstration of application technique. The Utrecht Art Supplies team cheered when they saw their logo on your brush!

@YewYiqin 3 жыл бұрын

Yesss I needed this video!! Posted just in time!! Thank you so much

@BLTV_Photoshop 6 ай бұрын

You're such a wonderful artist, Jess!

@artofjesskarp 5 ай бұрын

Thank you

@rtsartmania9529 3 жыл бұрын

Your channel has been a major source of inspiration for me to be more creative on my Channel! Thank you jess❤️

@artofjesskarp 3 жыл бұрын

Aw thanks!

@toobad41 Жыл бұрын

nice tip jess, FYI -I use a small hardware or paint store roller. much smooooother😊. less sanding, no streaks, drips or errors.

@JoAnneSmith-di8ok Ай бұрын

Thank you for answering questions and showing me what I can do with with Gesso.

@josephlai9759 4 ай бұрын

Wow! Your standard is truly top notch!

@hiddentidesgaming 2 жыл бұрын

It's also good to gesso the back of your wrap canvases, as this will seal the raw wood and raw canvas backs, making them last longer and less chance of getting ruined.

@justindunlap1235 Жыл бұрын

Gesso is also an amazing plastic primer for acrylics. I use it as my main primer for scale models.

@dianecharest8365 6 ай бұрын

Jess, you are an amazing artist. And im just talking about your sketchbook art. If your that good in your sketchbook, then your paintings must be phenomenal.

@nashrakhan8606 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for this information Jess it's very helpful!😊❤️

@leelanandaihalagamage8005 4 күн бұрын

That is so helpful thank you, Jess

@cmac9248 Жыл бұрын

You are incredibly talented ✨

@williardbillmore5713 5 ай бұрын

The white pigment in gesso, titanium oxide, allows you to draw with a pure silver point instead of a graphite pencil. Unlike graphite silver point drawings will not smear and the fine crisp lines will oxidize to a beautiful sepia tone over time giving your drawings the look of Leonardo's sketchbooks. A small piece of silver wire held in a mechanical pencil does the job and will not wear down for years. It is a very different discipline from drawing with graphite because no matter how hard you press down the line will not become darker. Variation in density and tone is achieved by the spacing of crosshatching and fineness of line.

@Angela10277088 3 жыл бұрын

So helpful Jess! Thank you!

@TyTLZacharie 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much doing this video because I honestly needed to see it. Idk if you done it before but maybe you can do a video on different brushes for different mediums & artist levels?. Also your work is so beautiful!! I’m never not amazed when you share your work. Especially work we haven’t seen before or much of.

@TimothyDempsey 6 ай бұрын

So useful, and your talent is remarkable ❤

@atulpatel2850 6 ай бұрын

Thank you. You answered all my questions.

@Mijuki Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for the video! Especially the tip at the end, to either sandpaper or add some water to it, to get an even surface. I thought i did something wrong, because my whole surface turned into brush strokes

@AlssadaryaM 3 жыл бұрын

This is such an amazing video! As a self taught artist of many mediums I often learn by trying things blind or from wonderful videos like this. I wouldn't have thought about using Gesso before because I honestly had no idea what it is but now I want to try it out immediately in my sketchbooks. Thank you so much for sharing :)

@artofjesskarp 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I am so glad you find informative!! enjoy!

@MaryParr-iy3pu 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for the info. You are a beautiful artist. What a beautiful gift you have

@arlenekerr1198 3 ай бұрын

You're an amazing artist, thank you for sharing!

@davidnicolas8019 2 жыл бұрын

I’m not an artist but I was looking to prepare my 7 year olds daughters canvases properly. I must say I think your “sketch” book is beautiful.

@samsitonik4670 6 ай бұрын

Look for the shiney areas between coats. Good tip!

@chloealvares1224 3 жыл бұрын

Very informative! Love your art style and drawings 💕

@artofjesskarp 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you I am so happy you found it informative!

@thelilyfactor 3 жыл бұрын

The timing of this video couldn’t be better. I just started using varnish from that brand for acrylic painting, and I couldn’t find very many videos showcasing all of its uses as well as how to use it. This is so helpful! Thank you!

@artofjesskarp 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome!! I am so glad! I agree I wasnt able to find videos on this topic - SO I decided to make one :)

@shanelledavis8158 3 жыл бұрын

What a coincidence!! I was just thinking about buying my first bottle of gesso!!

@maxineoliver7404 2 ай бұрын

That was very helpful-Thank you!🎨🤗

@mohanpoondii1988 11 ай бұрын

gentle and neat work always are jess speciality

@artofjesskarp 11 ай бұрын

Thank you

@cjl.6394 2 жыл бұрын

I came on here to learn about Gesso, but I lost my hearing when my eyes popped out! I'm just totally mesmerized by your talent! WOW & WOWZA! Is it too late to say I'm speechless?!

@lccsd2392 3 жыл бұрын

thank you for your clear and thoughtful how to.

@C0llinsW0rth. Жыл бұрын

awesome, i was wondering what it was for and if I needed to use it for my paintings. Thank you! Subscribed!

@jakp212 7 ай бұрын

Wonderful explanation and great artist 👩‍🎨🙌🏼

@willali2830 3 жыл бұрын

I waited so long for you to post! Yay!

@artofjesskarp 3 жыл бұрын

yay!

@shrug_shrugsly Ай бұрын

So helpful! thank you!!

@theartistjodievans 13 күн бұрын

Liquitex professional is my favorite as well. It feels like silk! And I find it has better coverage as well.

@catherineraper 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this video, I’ve wanted to start working with oil paints, but I didn’t know I should do it before acrylic and gouche.

@anuska8098 3 жыл бұрын

all of your drawings, including the bird , Chita and the cat , are awesome.

@denise801 Жыл бұрын

thank you for your tips. I am a beginner and excited to start. Now, excuse me while I gush: wow, what a talent you have! your art is beautiful!

@rosemarymohan6484 8 ай бұрын

Hi. Beautiful and clear explanation... Thanks

@yipiyak 2 ай бұрын

You are a very talented artist. Beautiful 🎉

@willchadwick2414 Жыл бұрын

cool info. Especially about using gesso in sketch pads for painting - if I were ever able to figure out painting on the go that is....

@aanvibansal7866 3 жыл бұрын

Your drawings are amazing!!!

@artofjesskarp 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@Ya_Love 5 ай бұрын

Thank you ❣ Love your painting, too 🤗

@nowistime8070 6 ай бұрын

I really am fond of your style! I just checked your website out and I definitely want to order something for myself!

@korukiwiarts 5 ай бұрын

Thank you for explaining this product

@artofjesskarp 5 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching

@sammohanamshivam 9 ай бұрын

Wonderful video... Very informative for me .thank you ❤

@charlesvitanza8867 2 жыл бұрын

Gesso is even nice for me doing work with alcohol markers in my sketchbooks as the pigment bleeds through if I don't use it. When I work with pastels I even use it to give a nice base layer.

@tlojewelrylove Жыл бұрын

Wow, you've done some really beautiful paintings! ❤️❤️❤️ I'm just hoping I survive my paint by numbers kit. LOL! 😄 I've never painted before so I'm trying to educate myself on some of the techniques. Thanks for a wonderful demo! 🙂

@withstarsvini 3 жыл бұрын

Oh my! You posted 😭❤️❤️❤️❤️

@artofjesskarp 3 жыл бұрын

Yay

@jasonblevins5319 5 ай бұрын

Nice work. Liquitex makes the best pre made gesso period. I mix it with paint ,plaster ,paper ,cloth it’s also my white for acrylics. 40 yrs.

@lemony7946 3 жыл бұрын

This is super helpful! Thank you so much!

@artofjesskarp 3 жыл бұрын

I am so glad! thanks for watching!

@withstarsvini 3 жыл бұрын

So, I really need this gesso thing, thank you Jess for giving this important information P.S : Your hair are beautiful ❤️

@artofjesskarp 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@rupapandit8188 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot, cleared all my doubts about applying gesso.

@artofjesskarp 3 жыл бұрын

I am so glad! thanks for watching!

@dheeraj5722 3 жыл бұрын

This video was super informative ......I got to know alot about gesso......keep informing us about variety of supplies.....thanks alot for this one........❤️❤️

@artofjesskarp 3 жыл бұрын

I am so glad! thanks for watching!

@briantaulbee6452 6 ай бұрын

I've been using gesso as a white paint. And also to lighten other acrylic colors

@sazurichan5955 Ай бұрын

thx for this video Jess

@maryamkhan1070 3 жыл бұрын

Never seen an artist more passionate than you. Been watching you before you had 10k. You are an inspiration 👍

@ptaylor4923 3 жыл бұрын

I use sponge brushes. Comes out nice and smooth. I also go for the large size so I don't have as many "stroke lanes" (which is a term I made up out of the blue because brush strokes made me think of bowling alley lanes. 🙄 Yes, I can be a weird person. 😏)

@artofjesskarp 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah! its all personal preference

@Waltkat 5 ай бұрын

While the information about gesso is very interesting and useful, I was most impressed with how beautiful your art work is. I would love to see your work at a gallery.

@anitadavidson1266 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this crucial information. As for your artwork? Oh my goodness, it’s all stunning. Best wishes from Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Stay healthy! 🌈❤️

@artofjesskarp 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!! Heard great things about Scotland! Hope to visit one day :) thanks for watching!

@nanetteatienza4297 Жыл бұрын

Love your painting and sketches. Wish I can do that.

@littlebrookreader949 2 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@allanmurray479 2 ай бұрын

Amazing art 👍

@sheetalbantode2678 3 жыл бұрын

I love these video wow jess ❣😊

@kavirmootoo 7 ай бұрын

Ty for this!

@monicacoyle3760 7 ай бұрын

Your paintings are beautiful

@PixiePrincess501 3 жыл бұрын

Ooh, I didn't know Gesso helps with gouache on sketchbooks! I usually treat gouache as I do watercolor when it's in a sketchbook, so I'm gonna give this a try! ;3 I had a question regarding using oils in sketchbooks: Do you have any issues with the lighter colors yellowing over time? No one seems to want explain this one to me, and I really want to give it a try...

@lalithanagarajan1055 11 ай бұрын

I haven't tried oils before. So this is really an important question for me.. Thank you for asking. Can you use oil paint in a sketch book? Would it dry quickly to close the sketch book after you finish the sketch?

@sammohanamshivam 9 ай бұрын

She has mentioned at around 2:00 - 2:04 if you replay the video to use gesso before oil painting in a sketch book to protect the oil being seeped through pages on otherside. Might this info help you. Enjoy 😊

@NebraskaWriter 4 ай бұрын

You should NEVER place oil paint on acrylic gesso. It will eventually delaminate. Smithsonian forbids oil on acrylic for all their restorations.

@ahala7650 3 жыл бұрын

U helped me thanks....and congratulations ❤️🎉

@artofjesskarp 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!!

@gurpreetchhabra4130 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome paintings 👌👌👌👌👌

@BetaGolchin 5 ай бұрын

I gessoed my Sketchpad paper as an experiment many months ago and immediately saw the difference. I use it within the tape edge markings and not outside it. Once the painting is finished and I peel the tape, the painting looks almost 3D. It’s remarkable how awesome Gesso is for the finished result

@lynx_the_artist5351 3 жыл бұрын

Can we just take a moment to appricate her beautiful nails

@sussu3213 3 жыл бұрын

Always 👌💅

@kingbrother761 3 жыл бұрын

No we cannot

@michelleromero2204 3 жыл бұрын

I learn so much from from u

@voradorhylden3410 2 жыл бұрын

Theyre pink. Whats so beautiful?

@Jeremy-ff4ku Жыл бұрын

You can

@RAJENDRAKUMAR-vq2de 3 жыл бұрын

Congratulations for 140K 😊😍😘👍💖🎉🎊 And I love ur art💓💓💓💖💖💖💕💕💞💝💗✌ Keep going✌ Once again, ur art is amazing.... 💞💖

@artofjesskarp 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!!

@SK_Hairdesign 3 жыл бұрын

Love it!!!

@artofjesskarp 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks !!

@shirlthetwirl 2 жыл бұрын

Wow nevermind the gesso - what about your Art . Absolutely stunning . Mesmerised. Thanks so much for sharing. 😍💖

@terrythomas790 Жыл бұрын

Its all in the gesso. Just scribble over gesso, and you will get beautiful artwork! lol Her Sketches are good enough for the final product! Just frame the sketchbook!

@itsmeart 3 жыл бұрын

Omg so early and the video is awesome as usual guess I will have to buy a gesso one day 😆

@artofjesskarp 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!!

@nomersdraws4004 3 жыл бұрын

This is super duper helpful!! ❤️❤️

@artofjesskarp 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!! i am glad!

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@nomersdraws4004 3 жыл бұрын

@@Priyanka-ol7wj I just checked it out and it is fantastic!! Great job! 🙃

@Priyanka-ol7wj 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing information, Love from India 🇮🇳

@samsitonik4670 6 ай бұрын

2 questions 😅 1) What grit of sandpaper? 2)How many coats did you use to cover the old painting? Thank you so much for making this video!

@Jesziihras 3 жыл бұрын

this is just the video I needed! i recently purchased a bottle and I want to practice with oils on paper, thank you so much Jess! have a good one! also I love how it smells haha

@artofjesskarp 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome!! Thanks!

@janetlitchfield1774 3 жыл бұрын

A very informative video - Thank you for sharing

@artofjesskarp 3 жыл бұрын

I am so glad! thanks for watching!

@Lavrnjaa 3 жыл бұрын

I just use white acrylic paint/craft paint because it is SO cheap and works just as well bc it's still an acrylic base!! My oils have looked so vibrant on it since I started in November :)

@MercyCuenca 10 ай бұрын

EXCELLENT HACK!?!

@MercyCuenca 10 ай бұрын

"!!!" NOT "!?!"