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Technique of the Week ' Marbel Layering Effect' 2008

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Building up layers of paint and tiling putty to create a marbelling effect.
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  • I tried thick gesso ... didn't work for me. I used fine sandpaper (150 grit), maybe that's why it didn't work.

    Nola

  • I don't think thick gesso would work Nola and i use really fine sand paper..im not sure what grit it is because ive looked on the packet and seems to be graded different here all it i says is fine and p180 but basically it is the finest paper i can get.

  • Tiling putty ... I wonder if that's like joint compound. I really like the effect!  I might try thick gesso and see if it works. Great video Gary, lots of step by step how-to. Thank you for sharing.

    Nola

  • Not sure if joint compound will work either as it might be too flexible almost like a rubbery texture when dried and unfortunately that won't work...whereas tiling putty(the stuff u use to apply tiles to a wall) seem to be more chalky in texture and therefore sands away easily!

  • yes does it work as well on canvas? is it harder to sand down.

  • Yes it works just as well on canvas and i have used it both for small to large canvas...obviously you just have to be more careful when it comes to transporting the work. Sanding is not a problem just have to be a little more careful i guess than when u can apply all your force on paper.

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  • When I've done this I put a last layer of polymer over the top as a sealant. I've done it on cavas but never thought of just using paper that seems to be a cool way to go and then of course using it in a bigger art piece/collage. Hmmm brain is now thinking of something to work on :)

  • Gary I've been watching your videos for hours, it's 1am here and I have work early tomorrow, but i just can't stop watching. Thanks a million for sharing your skills! you're a tremendous help!

  • do u have to prime the canvas as mine fell off

  • CAN u use plaster of paris ... and do u have to prime the canvas first before applying it as it fell off mine... any advice

  • is he useing oil color ?!

  • i would like to see in a larger scale,, nice job

  • That's rad, yo.

    It came out so well after you sanded it.

  • who sings the song in the background, at the end is the title Shine your light...

  • I love mixed medium ; Thanks so much!!!

  • Can you use this method also on plexiglas with the tillyputty?

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