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    Art Spectrum Colourfix Original Pastel Primer 250ml

    Art Spectrum® Colourfi Primer is a fine tooth, quick drying acrylic primer which bonds aggressively to practically any clean, dry surface, all type...

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    Matisse Artist Gesso

    MM10 Gesso is suitable for creating a surface for both acrylic and oil paints. When priming for acrylic paints, two coats of gesso are recommended ...

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    Golden Gesso

    Golden Gesso is a flexible, ready-to-use ground that prepares the surface of a substrate to accept paints and provides tooth to promote paint adhes...

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    Golden Absorbent Ground (White)

    Golden Absorbent Ground is an acrylic liquid surfacing medium that can be used to create a porous, paper-like surface on many different substrates....

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    Art Spectrum Artist Gesso for Oil or Acrylic Painting

    AArt Spectrum® Artists' Acrylic Gesso is a brilliant White ground that provides an absorbent, permanently flexible, waterproof, non-yellowing surfa...

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    Atelier Gesso Primer

    Gesso Primer A flexible acrylic ground with a high grit content designed to provide a stable white surface on which to paint. Atelier Gesso may b...

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    Liquitex Gesso Primer

    Gesso Classic white primer and sealer Liquitex Gesso is a premium acrylic gesso used to prepare painting surfaces for acrylic and oil paint. Non-y...

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    Langridge Artist Oil Underpainting Medium Low Toxic.

    Langridge Artist Oil Underpainting Medium Low Toxic. Low-toxicity solvent (odourless) based lean medium used for first-sketch in oil painting. Low ...

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    Chromacryl Student Gesso Primer

    Chromacryl Student Gesso Primer Chromacryl Gesso is used to prepare surfaces for painting for Chromacryl paints. Our Gesso's are made to a high vi...

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    Matisse Artist Transparent Gesso

    MM26 Transparent Gesso is similar to MM10 Gesso and MM25 Black Gesso only without pigmentation; therefore, giving a transparent (although not altog...

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    Matisse Artist Black Gesso

    Similar to the regular MM10 Gesso only black! A great permanent flexible primer for canvas, board or even paper. An intense black ground with an ex...

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    Golden Matte Medium

    Matte Medium is a pourable medium useful for extending color, decreasing gloss and increasing film integrity. It is also used as a nearly clear gro...

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    Matisse Background Acrylic Paints 250ml

    Matisse Background Acrylic Paint are an ideal two-in-one gesso which seals and adds colour to a variety of surfaces. They are highly pigmented low-...

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    Art Spectrum Studio Gesso for Oil or Acrylic Painting

    Art Spectrum® Studio Gesso (Low Cost) provides an economical alternative to Artists€™ Acrylic Gesso because of its reduced pigment content. Fast dr...

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    Derivan Gesso

    Derivan Gesso is a great primer for canvas, board or even paper. The strong white ground gives an excellent tooth for easy paint manipulation. Bein...

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    Art Spectrum Colourfix Smooth Pastel Primer 250ml

    Art Spectrum® Colourfix Smooth Primer is ideal for pastel artists who are looking for a not so toothy surface. The surface still has enough sof...

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    Golden Acrylic Ground for Pastels

    Golden Acrylic Ground for Pastels is a 100% acrylic medium designed to prepare surfaces for the application of pastels, charcoal and other art medi...

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    Jo Sonja 250ml White Gesso

    Jo Sonja's Gesso "Grounds" are products used to prepare a surface for acrylic and/or oil painting. Good preparation will not only ensure good pain...

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    Golden Black Gesso

    Golden Gesso is a flexible, ready-to-use ground that prepares the surface of a substrate to accept paints and provides tooth to promote paint adhes...

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    Langridge Artist Oil Primer

    Langridge Artist Oil Primer A traditional linseed oil based oil primer. Produces a high quality white surface with good tooth and flexibility for o...

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    Jo Sonja 250ml Black Gesso

    "Grounds" are products used to prepare a surface for acrylic and/or oil painting. Good preparation will not only ensure good paint adhesion, but wi...

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    Golden GAC 400 (Stiffens Textiles & Fibres)

    Golden GAC 400 Stiffens Textiles & Fibers and is useful for stiffening unprimed canvas or sculpting and shaping fabric. Fibers saturated with G...

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    Matisse Artist Low Viscosity Gesso

    Matisse MM27 Low Viscosity Gesso has been specially formulated for those artists who prefer a lower viscosity gesso. It has all the outstanding pro...

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    Liquitex Clear Gessos

    Liquitex Clear Gesso is a very clear size and ground that keeps the working surface visible. Provides the perfect tooth and adhesion to a wide vari...

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What is Gesso?

Gesso is a type of paint that is often used as a primer for other types of paint. It is made from a combination of paint and plaster and can be either white or black in colour. Gesso is typically applied to a surface before painting, in order to create a smooth texture and even surface for the paint to adhere to.

Gesso has been used by artists for centuries and continues to be a popular choice among painters today. Many professional artists choose to use gesso because it provides an excellent foundation for their paintings.

If you are considering using gesso on your next painting project, there are a few things you should keep in mind. First, gesso can be applied with a brush, roller, or sprayer. If you are using a brush, be sure to use a soft-bristled one so as not to damage the surface you are painting on.

Second, gesso dries very quickly, so you will need to work quickly when applying it.

Third, gesso is typically white in colour, but it can also be tinted with other colours if desired.

Fourth, gesso can be sanded down after it has dried in order to create a smooth surface for painting. However, if you choose to do this, be sure to use fine-grain sandpaper so as not to damage the surface of your painting.

Fifth, gesso is not waterproof, so it is important to protect your painting from moisture once it has been applied.

Gesso is a versatile product that can be used in a variety of ways. By following the tips above, you can ensure that your next painting project gets off to a great start with a smooth and even surface.

What are the benefits of gesso?

Gesso provides an excellent foundation for paintings and can help to create a smooth and even surface. Additionally, gesso is quick-drying, so you can get started on your painting project right away. Finally, gesso is versatile and can be used in a variety of ways to achieve different results.

What are the different types of gesso?

There are two main types of gesso: white gesso and black gesso. White gesso is the most common type and is typically used as a primer for other colours of paint. Black gesso can also be used, but it is not as common because it can tint the paint that is applied over it.

What are some tips for using gesso?

When using gesso, be sure to work quickly as it dries quickly. Additionally, if you are using a brush to apply gesso, be sure to use a soft-bristled brush so as not to damage the surface you are working on. Finally, remember that gesso is not waterproof, so be sure to protect your painting from moisture once it has been applied.

What art supplies will I need when using gesso?

When using gesso, you will need a brush, roller, or sprayer. You will also need fine-grain sandpaper if you choose to sand down the gesso after it has dried. Additionally, you will need to protect your painting from moisture once the gesso has been applied, so be sure to have some sort of sealant on hand.

What's the difference between white acrylic gesso and white acrylic paint?

The main difference between white acrylic gesso and white acrylic paint is that gesso is typically used as a primer for other colours of paint, while white paint can be used on its own. Additionally, gesso is quick-drying, so you need to work quickly when applying it, whereas white paint dries slowly. Finally, gesso is not waterproof, so you need to protect your painting from moisture once it has been applied, whereas white acrylic paint is waterproof.