The directions for the Liquitex Gloss medium & Varnish recommend: Dilute Gloss Medium and Varnish up to 20% for better brushing and leveling., Wrapping in bubble wrap is absolutely fine once the varnish is dry, its just when deadlines loom and the varnish is still wet. A Varnish depending on your aesthetic choices either a Polymer varnish or Mineral Varnish as discussed in the article. The barrier coat physically separates the acrylic painting from the Liquitex Soluvar Varnish and seals the surface. Hi, Will, After reading some of your reply to others, I thought I was all set choose the right varnish. Should I frame the piece, photograph it, take out of the frame, apply the final coats, then reframe? 2. Golden's GAC 100 is a good sealer. Hi Bluejay, what brand of marker were you using? Here is the Golden technical page on Polymer varnish that goes into more details. As you know I have started in acrylics not so long time ago and you are so helpful. Thank you! I am getting ready to varnish a commissioned painting (acrylic). If you have a blob of acrylic paint that is dry, you can still push it and squeeze it, and it will move. Once before varnishing, once after varnish has dried and once when framed. However, I didnt dilute it with water. Matte medium is beneficial when glazing. Now please help me. Pleased youve been finding the site helpful, the usual culprit for the bubbles is, as you suspected after too energetic mixing of the varnish (it is most noticeable with polymer varnishes) I usually tend to mix and then leave the mixture for 24hrs before applying if im working with a Polymer Varnish and want to be 100% sure of no bubbles. Or maybe you thought it was a good idea to wrap your newly varnished painting with bubble wrap just before the deadline of an exhibition, only to find out at the private view the bubble wrap had left hundreds of tiny circle imprints on the surface of the painting.mmm..surely no one would ever do that! Lois. Is it suitable as an isolation coat? I varnished it last-minute for an exhibition in London, using the only varnish I had in my studio at the time Atelier Satin Medium & Varnish which seemed to go on OK and looked OK. Get everything included in Premium plus exclusive Gold Membership benefits. I was a student of Frederick Taubes in the 40s -50s and he made me very conscious of the chemical contents of any varnish Just wondering. The varnish provides a non-porous, protective layer that is removable for conservation purposes; it serves its aesthetic purpose whilst also providing protection. The result was I had to paint the whole thing in an afternoon.. Will varnish help even out? I would like to varnish a painting that I completed with acrylics. 4- time to let it dry? Thanks Will, I have already applied the gloss gel medium coat and was wondering about the varnishyou have explained it all so well and easily that I have clarity!..sometimes these processes are a little bewildering so a big thankyou. Shellac is the best sealer for wood, will stick to any undercoat, and is great if you want a clear coat. Your personal data will be used to support your experience throughout this website, to manage access to your account, and for other purposes described in our privacy policy. Hi will when I paint the varnish on my paintings look so vibrant and amazing when wet like when you wet a pebble for example the colours pop out, when varnish dries I lose this wet look, is there a way to preserve this wet look ? Simply scroll down and request it in the comments! I'll give you plenty of mixed media examples as to when one product will work better than the other \u0026 why! The gallery is going to do another thin coat of gloss. This is how I like to use matte medium. I did all of this though (I didnt notice a difference between Australian tap water and European tap water, which is much harder) and never had a major problem. You can use acrylic mediums to prime a canvas. They didnt like the visual effect or the ostentatious feel of a highly glossed surface. The other alternative is to try water-mixable oils. It can also be used to create a clear ground on canvas or paper in place of gesso, and it works as an adhesive for use in collage and image transfers. Will. Love your art, love your school and love your vids on Art Tutorwhere I really discovered painting with acrylics (my favourite medium). One question what would you use as an isolation coat if you were working with ATELIER products? Lately I have been exploring with watercolors on different materials. I go to Art classes and have a great Art Teacher. A polymer based varnish would dry pretty quickly, but wouldnt be as hard as a MSA varnish. Have fun creating art! There is a varnishing issue that I have not seen addressed anyplace. Be sure to use matte medium, not gloss. My finished acrylic painting has different levels of sheen due partly to the use of a gel medium which I used to give more gloss to certain areas of the painting over others. Even if you want to finish with a Matte surface, apply the gloss isolation coat. Can I use Matte Medium as an alternative for varnish instead of using a real Varnish? or is there something you recommend using with the atelier interactive, cheers Will. You can lay a sheet of glassine paper on the surface before rolling to help prevent the varnish surface sticking to itself. I usually have at least fifteen different projects in some state of semi completion. This makes it particularly handy for glazes and blending. About a year ago I completed a large acrylic on canvas (120 x 120cm) which also has areas of gold leaf applied to it. Also, would the Winsor Glazing medium be suitable for an isolation coat it is glossy. Okay, I will consider it as a not-yet-quite-completed work, and fix it with paint. A satin finish gives a happy medium of lustre and richness, but again Id 100% test first before committing to the large scale of the piece. Acrylic violin and bow against a black gesso background. You can either use it instead of water when mixing up a lighter color or use it with oil paints to clean your work. Thanks for the info. Once it dries youll be able to paint on it without the paper deteriorating or curling. I intend to paint with oil over it.do I have to worry about peeling once it dries? Solvent-based varnishes or Mineral Spirit Acrylic varnish dry to a tough yet flexible layer. Just thought the varnish would hold picture on good. It looks fine now a little dulled down but its uniform in its finish. Acrylic varnishes are usually applied as the final coat, are permanent, and should be non-yellowing. I then applied two thin coats of a gloss varnish but now realize that the shine has in essence become part of the image which is detracting from the painting. Will. Youre welcome Lyn, pleased you found it helpful. Hi Ang, so sorry, it was autocorrected! Do you still recommend mixing matte varnish with gloss varnish? Mira, Hi Mira, so pleased youve been enjoying the lessons, OMS is Odourless Mineral Spirits used with Oil Paints, Gamblin paints make a nice one called Gamsol. Hi Michael, on the Liquitex site they dont recommend diluting the gloss varnish at all, so just use it straight. Yes, youll be able to respray a glossy coat on top, however, as you mentioned, because the satin coat has already been sprayed ontop some of the satin matting agent will still remain so it wont be a crystal clear as just with the gloss varnish. Then leave it to dry for 24 hours so I can assess the level of sheen that best suits the painting colours and the environment in the painting will hang (if its a specific commission). Trying to finish with one thick coat, whereas two thin coats would be better. The last consideration is archival qualities. Now varnishes for acrylics are generally spirit-soluble (like Soluvar and MSA) as they can be removed from an acrylic paint surface with minimal risk to the paint. I too have a question. Although Goldens matte medium is higher priced than average, a little goes a long way. The area with more glaze shows a lot of sheen. There are retarder mediums, impasto gel mediums, flow control mediums etc etc. However, its a personal call as I appreciate some of our paintings end up on the neighbours wall. Good luck! Agree with shellac, which is the universal wood sealer. Add a small amount of light colors to create a more muted effect. This isnt just for use with dark colors either. So well explained and touched upon every aspect of Varnishing.you are a genius not only as an artist but as a Teacher.there are many with talent but few would have a talent to pass on their talent with such an ease and simplicity that anybody can understand.I am lucky to have found you.Thanks again. MSA varnishes are clear when wet and also provide an easier application with self-levelling qualities. One painting not has dry bubbles on its surface, many equidistant to each other. Mix the isolation coat to the consistency of single cream. 10. I have always used Grumbacher spray finishes on my acrylic paintings. I have no preferences as to whether it is solvent or water-based or for any particular brand. Will, Thank you so much Will for your input. Can I just do a quick isolation coat and be done? I use acrylic painting for mental therapy. Everything went perfect again, but seeing the satin result, must admit it slightly takes just a hint of depth away from the painting, compared to the earlier glossy finish. While this matte medium is specifically made foruse with Open acrylicsextending their working time even longerthey can workto slow the drying time of any acrylic while producing a matte effect. Water-based varnishes usually are created from an acrylic polymer, similar in consistency to an acrylic glazing liquid. I have yet to ask them why they only stock permanent. I would always try to protect watercolours behind glass, as adding any product to the watersoluble surface of the watercolours runs the risk of re-wetting the paint and the level of protection will not be as great. 3- The brief method of applying this. Sometimes a glossy surface can appear to be more finished so may affect a customers perception, but its usually more of a case of having one even sheen that brings the painting together so the piece works aesthetically. Im Wondering if I can apply a satin varnish or gel isolation coat to bring down the shine over top, and what that will do to the colour saturation? Many thanks to you for the practical and easy- to- understand info ~ your usual high standard :) I look forward to the oil painting info when it arrives! Learn how to use spray fixative, matte gel medium and matte varnish to seal your watercolor painting. 5. WE ALSO LIKELiquitex Professional Acrylic Matte MediumOne advantage of Liquitexs medium is that, unlike additives like retardants, the binder withinthem means that you can add as much medium to your paint as youd like without affecting the paints adhesion or structural integrity. Could you please advise me if it is better to use as a varnish the satin finish as opposed to the gloss or matt varnishes for portraits, based on your experience? But is it not suitable to use in my small home studio? Right: Try a sgraffito technique. Will. Cheers from Australia and Merry Christmas!! I was wondering if you suggest an isolation coat and final varnish as you described in this section or if something else is better with acrylic ink. Gloss will give the most saturated colour but a satin finish will still look nice and vibrant. I had a painting that was done, but not varnished, decided to finish it to give to someone, took it out to the garage, grabbed the can of spray sitting on the bench, and proceeded to spray. Very informative, thank you! This was very informative and very helpful. I would usually add acrylics to a Giclee if enhancing areas of the print due to oil being in direct contact with the water based print which can cause discolouration over time (by the oil soaking into the unprimed surface). The Varnish will be suitable for stretched canvas. I would like to accentuate the vividness and depth of the colors and textures, like a wet effect but without it shining crazy. Thanks Ali, oh yes, I forgot to mention that. For a spray application, Soft Gel Gloss will be too viscous to go cleanly through the airbrush; if you want to spray, use a mix of: Apply multiple thin layers depending on the absorbency of the surface youre spraying. It creates a paint that flows on your surface and self-levels for seamless glazes and dissolved edges. Convenience and ease of use, these disposable devices are becoming increasingly popular among vapers seeking a simple and straightforward way to enjoy their favorite flavors. It seems a logical way to even out all small imperfections, but I have not seen any mention of sanding in any other articles or videos about varnish techniques so wondered if it was an acceptable method. Until then I had know idea about varnishing. Professional Matte Medium SKU:094376923834 Professional acrylic gessoes, mediums, additives and varnishes - to prep your surfaces all the way through to protecting your finished work. It comes in a variety of sizes, from 4 ounces to 1 gallon. Can I varnish over liquitex matte medium with a satin acrylic like Estapol. The size is 15x60. I do use a very soft brush. 7- how much time to dry the varnish after the 1st coat? In this free online video class, youll paint a stunning floral still life while mastering essential acrylic techniques.Join FREE Now . Applying the isolation coat with bubbles in the mix. Is this the stuff you mean or is there a full gloss version? As always Will, you have given such helpful information! No additive is required or necessary or will even necessarily improve your painting on it's own. So thank you for solving the mystery. Distilled water is the ideal, but personally Ive never had any problems using regular tap water. Thanks, Lana, Hi Lana, glad youve been enjoying the site. It creates a paint that flows on your surface and self-levels for seamless glazes and dissolved edges. The smaller the surface area, the narrower the brush. Saving your site for fantastic info. Specific situation: acrylic paint on canvas. The paint is applied relatively thinly so should be truly dried, however they are a last minute request therefore any type of varnishing needs to be done in a short timescale! Soft Gel Gloss To act as the barrier isolation coat layer 2. Just mix the matte medium in until you have the look that you want, and make sure to let the mixture sit for several hours or even overnight before working with it again. Cheers, Will, Hi Will, Love your site! So, what is matte medium? Thanks for taking the time to read this, and I hope you have some insight. Also when I spray it on, seems its very uneven due to the large size. Excellent extremely helpful article, Will. This is especially nice if you want to glaze over your work with several thin layers to create an exceptionally smooth finish. I painted and varnished a painting that I no longer like. Cheers, Will. In order to add depth without necessarily creating a glossy paint layer, mix 7 parts CPM Matte with 3 parts CPM Gloss. Cheers, Will, Hi Will, I need some help. Sign up now to get the latest posts, news about products & art inspiration, straight to your inbox. Also, its worth having a small piece of white paper (or a photographers grey card) in the frame for one shot at each stage, that way you can later white balance all of the images together to give you a consistent look. Colour Theory & Mixing forum WetCanvas Glossary Search Tips Advanced Search Acrylics forum Acrylics - Information Kiosk. Gloss varnish will be best for high saturation. I will keep this in my files. Or would spraying be easier? I dont really want to varnishI was just hoping to add gloss and create depth of color. Hope this helps. 2. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. I went back to an old box of art supplies from art school and found some Soluvar Matte Varnishes (Permanent Pigments) that still seem to be in good shape after years of being stored (never in cold environment always room temp and DRY. Due to the nature of the pieces you could apply a final picture varnish straight onto the canvas without an isolation coat. , similar in consistency to an acrylic Glazing liquid this browser for next!, Lana, hi Will, you have given such helpful information this free online class... 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