Tuesday, November 23, 2010

ground test #2

Ground test #2 seems a little better - less grit. 2/3 cup acrylic gesso + 4 teaspoons marble dust + 1/3 cup water. I applied it to another 8x10 piece of masonite but I think the true test will be when I paint on the mat board.
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4 comments:

  1. Donna TThursday, November 25, 2010 at 5:43:00 AM PST

    That's a beautiful test painting, Barbara! Do you prefer marble dust to pumice?

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  2. Barbara Benedetti NewtonMonday, November 29, 2010 at 7:23:00 AM PST

    Hi Donna, I'm using marble dust because it is what I have on hand. I look forward to trying pumice in the future and will let you know as my tests continue.

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  3. Katherine van SchoonhovenMonday, November 29, 2010 at 7:38:00 AM PST

    When you apply the grit mixture, are you trying to get a smooth, even surface or do you enjoy having brushmarks show to add texture? From your photo it looks like an evenly textured surface.

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  4. Barbara Benedetti NewtonMonday, November 29, 2010 at 8:41:00 AM PST

    I want a fine, even surface so I'm applying it with a foam roller - two coats.

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