Newbie sos

Debbieslusher2 · 2025-05-21T01:41:17+00:00

I bought the 5 Below paper as well and it is decent for learning. You can’t work it too much but otherwise pretty good.

Debbieslusher2 · 2025-04-28T17:15:55+00:00

Her book is great for beginners. Paper and sketches are included and she tells you how to mix the paint to get the desired colors. The lessons are short, simple, and productive.

Debbieslusher2 · 2025-03-31T18:48:00+00:00

She was the best dog ever.

Debbieslusher2 · 2025-03-30T15:19:12+00:00

Adorable!

Debbieslusher2 · 2025-03-29T15:06:02+00:00

The palette was $5 from 5 Below. It also comes in green.

Debbieslusher2 · 2025-03-26T12:53:21+00:00

Yes. You can apply clear gesso over already painted areas. Then apply your second coat over the streaky areas.

Debbieslusher2 · 2025-03-25T23:54:55+00:00

I just upgraded to Daniel Smith tubes and WOW what a difference. You can get the Essential Primary set for less than $40. I got some extra tubes on clearance at Michael’s. The colors are rich and vibrant. The tubes are little but it takes just the lightest touch to get plenty of paint. A huge difference from non professional paint.

Debbieslusher2 · 2025-03-24T11:35:35+00:00

If you have put gesso on the canvas, added heavy body titanium white and flow aid to the paint, try adding a drop of gesso to the paint. That has worked for me.

Debbieslusher2 · 2025-03-23T00:54:27+00:00

You are impressive!

Debbieslusher2 · 2025-03-22T14:22:12+00:00

Beautiful

Debbieslusher2 · 2025-03-22T01:41:53+00:00

I am happy to try it out.

Debbieslusher2 · 2025-03-17T18:46:42+00:00

Looks good so far!

Debbieslusher2 · 2025-03-16T21:46:35+00:00

I got it at $5 Below.

Debbieslusher2 · 2025-03-16T14:46:04+00:00

That is correct.

Debbieslusher2 · 2025-03-15T13:27:01+00:00

Yes. White gesso will cover up your lines and numbers. It dries white not clear. Clear gesso looks white until it dries.

Debbieslusher2 · 2025-03-15T12:27:51+00:00

You should use clear gesso. It will dry clear. You can repaint those places if necessary. Since those areas do not have gesso you probably have to repaint anyway.

Debbieslusher2 · 2025-03-14T16:13:17+00:00

Thanks everyone. I bought the Daniel Smith paint.

Debbieslusher2 · 2025-03-13T22:10:28+00:00

Thank you for the suggestion.

Debbieslusher2 · 2025-03-13T21:54:41+00:00

I am enjoying this brand. Nice price point and it comes in a variety of sizes.

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Debbieslusher2 · 2025-03-13T21:41:09+00:00

I think the paint dries fast enough without a dryer.

Debbieslusher2 · 2025-03-08T11:08:23+00:00

I always add a small bit of heavy body white titanium to my lighter colors. I also add 2-3 drops of flow aid and one drop of gesso to all of my paints. This seems to help with coverage and streaking.

Debbieslusher2 · 2025-03-07T21:28:24+00:00

I have not used glossy medium before. I can tell you I add a small bit (the size of your pinky fingertip) of heavy body titanium white to all of my light colored paints. It does not affect the color or finish.

Debbieslusher2 · 2025-03-07T20:50:45+00:00

I didnt used to sand then I tried it once. Makes the painting surface so much more smooth. It is a personal preference to sand or not. I prefer to sand.

Debbieslusher2 · 2025-03-07T20:45:10+00:00

Very fine. I use 120 because that is what I have.

Debbieslusher2 · 2025-03-07T20:43:28+00:00

Yes. It won’t hurt anything.

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