Gesso for Canvas Painting

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Liquitex Acrylic Gesso 64 Oz. image 1
Item: 1718366
Model: 41322

This white, acrylic based primer can be used as the ground for almost any type of paint. It can be used on a variety of surfaces, any that will readily accept paint, and it dries within minutes to a brilliant, non-yellowing, non-cracking white.Liquitex Acrylic Gesso can be mixed with acrylic colors to provide a toned ground. It can also be thinned with water.Liquitex Acrylic Gesso comes in a variety of jar sizes, from 4 oz. to 1 gal..White, acrylic based primer can be used as the ground for almost any type of paint.Can be used on a variety of surfaces, any that will readily accept paint.Dries within minutes to a brilliant, non-yellowing, non-cracking white.Can be mixed with acrylic colors to provide a toned ground.Can also be thinned with water.Comes in a variety of jar sizes, from 4 oz. to 1 gal.Size: 64 oz..Comes in a variety of jar sizes, from 4 oz. to 1 gal.

Price is  $129.69
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Liquitex Acrylic Gesso 32 Oz. image 1
Item: 1718367
Model: 25055

This white, acrylic based primer can be used as the ground for almost any type of paint. It can be used on a variety of surfaces, any that will readily accept paint, and it dries within minutes to a brilliant, non-yellowing, non-cracking white.Liquitex Acrylic Gesso can be mixed with acrylic colors to provide a toned ground. It can also be thinned with water.Liquitex Acrylic Gesso comes in a variety of jar sizes, from 4 oz. to 1 gal..White, acrylic based primer can be used as the ground for almost any type of paint.Can be used on a variety of surfaces, any that will readily accept paint.Dries within minutes to a brilliant, non-yellowing, non-cracking white.Can be mixed with acrylic colors to provide a toned ground.Can also be thinned with water.Comes in a variety of jar sizes, from 4 oz. to 1 gal.Size: 32 oz..Comes in a variety of jar sizes, from 4 oz. to 1 gal.

Price is  $67.49
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Winsor  And  Newton Artists' Acrylic Gesso White 225 Ml (3040920) image 1
Item: 2246121
Model: 39334

This primer is made from the highest quality acrylic resin and has a superior level of pigmentation. It is fast drying and opaque and is ideal for use on a wide variety of surfaces, such as cotton canvas, hardboard and masonry. This is the best primer for one coat application. It-s also suitable for oil and alkyd painting..Fast drying and opaque, ideal for use on a wide variety of surfaces, such as cotton canvas, hardboard and masonry.The best primer for one coat application.Also suitable for oil and alkyd painting.color: white.size: 225 ml

Price is  $21.39
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Liquitex Acrylic Clear Gesso 128 Oz. image 1
Item: 1719111
Model: 74897

This is an excellent base coat primer for acrylic and oil paint. It also has a high tooth, so you can use it with pastels, oil pastels, graphite, and charcoal. It dries to a clear, flexible, non-cracking, and non-yellowing film.Acrylic Clear Gesso is pe rfect for priming a wide variety of supports, including canvas, paper, and wood.Liquitex Acrylic Clear Gesso is available in a variety of bottle sizes, ranging from 4 oz. to 1 gal..An excellent base coat primer for acrylic and oil paint.High tooth (texture), so you can use it with pastels, oil pastels, graphite, and charcoal.Dries to a clear, flexible, non-cracking, and non-yellowing film.Perfect for priming a wide variety of supports, including canvas, paper, and wood.Available in a variety of bottle sizes, ranging from 4 oz. to 1 gal.Size: 128 oz..Available in a variety of bottle sizes, ranging from 4 oz. to 1 gal.

Price is  $167.13
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Winsor  And  Newton Artists' Acrylic Gesso White 450 Ml (3050920) image 1
Item: 2246411
Model: 69977

This primer is made from the highest quality acrylic resin and has a superior level of pigmentation. It is fast drying and opaque and is ideal for use on a wide variety of surfaces, such as cotton canvas, hardboard and masonry. This is the best primer for one coat application. It-s also suitable for oil and alkyd painting..Fast drying and opaque, ideal for use on a wide variety of surfaces, such as cotton canvas, hardboard and masonry.The best primer for one coat application.Also suitable for oil and alkyd painting.color: white.size: 450 ml

Price is  $39.39
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Liquitex Acrylic Gesso 8 Oz. [Pack Of 2] image 1
Item: 1718368
Model: 15183-PK2

This white, acrylic based primer can be used as the ground for almost any type of paint. It can be used on a variety of surfaces, any that will readily accept paint, and it dries within minutes to a brilliant, non-yellowing, non-cracking white.Liquitex Acrylic Gesso can be mixed with acrylic colors to provide a toned ground. It can also be thinned with water.Liquitex Acrylic Gesso comes in a variety of jar sizes, from 4 oz. to 1 gal..White, acrylic based primer can be used as the ground for almost any type of paint.Can be used on a variety of surfaces, any that will readily accept paint.Dries within minutes to a brilliant, non-yellowing, non-cracking white.Can be mixed with acrylic colors to provide a toned ground.Can also be thinned with water.Comes in a variety of jar sizes, from 4 oz. to 1 gal..size: 8 oz.

Price is  $76.89
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Bob Ross Gesso, Black, 16oz. (R6262) image 1
Item: 24368480
Model: R6262

Bob Ross Gesso contains pure pigments formulated in a 100-percent acrylic polymer emulsion which when dry produces a smooth, flexible, flat finish on artwork surfaces. It is ideal for the Bob Ross painting techniques with oil colors as well as other art media including acrylics, tempera, watercolors, ink, pencil and more. This package contains one 16oz bottle of gesso. Black. Conforms to ASTM D4236. Made in USA..Bob Ross Gesso.100-Percent Acrylic Polymer Emulsion.Contains One 16Oz Bottle Of Gesso

Price is  $28.49
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Liquitex Super Heavy Gesso 8 Oz. (7808) image 1
Item: 2134910
Model: 29123

Super Heavy Gesso is an innovative, impasto, titanium white gesso that has the ability to hold sculptural shape. It provides all the attributes of traditional acrylic gesso.Super Heavy Gesso is ideal for thick and sculptural application with a knife or brush..Has the ability to hold sculptural shape.Provides all the attributes of traditional acrylic gesso.Ideal for thick and sculptural application with a knife or brush.size: 8 oz.

Price is  $39.49
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Liquitex Acrylic Colored Gesso, Neutral Gray, Value 5, 8Oz (84754) image 1
Item: 1717666
Model: 84754

This is a premium, colored acrylic gesso for preparing surfaces for acrylic and oil paint. Non-yellowing, flexible, and non-cracking, it provides an excellent base coat primer for most applications. One coat is almost always enough.Liquitex Colored Gess o is available in black, neutral gray, burnt umber, and unbleached titanium. All colors are hue balanced and intermixable to provide a wide variety of colored grounds..Premium, colored acrylic gesso for preparing surfaces for acrylic and oil paint.Non-yellowing, flexible and non-cracking.Provides an excellent base coat primer for most applications.One coat is almost always enough.Available in black, neutral gray, burnt umber and unbleached titanium.All colors are hue-balanced and intermixable to provide a wide variety of colored grounds.8 oz..Size: 8 oz.

Price is  $22.69
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Liquitex Acrylic Colored Gesso Black 8 Oz. [Pack Of 2] image 1
Item: 1717667
Model: 20064-PK2

This is a premium, colored acrylic gesso for preparing surfaces for acrylic and oil paint. Non-yellowing, flexible, and non-cracking, it provides an excellent base coat primer for most applications. One coat is almost always enough.Liquitex Colored Gess o is available in black, neutral gray, burnt umber, and unbleached titanium. All colors are hue balanced and intermixable to provide a wide variety of colored grounds..Premium, colored acrylic gesso for preparing surfaces for acrylic and oil paint.Non-yellowing, flexible, and non-cracking.Provides an excellent base coat primer for most applications.One coat is almost always enough.Available in black, neutral gray, burnt umber, and unbleached titanium.All colors are hue balanced and intermixable to provide a wide variety of colored grounds.Color: black.Size: 8 oz.

Price is  $66.39
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Liquitex Acrylic Gesso 128 Oz. (5336) image 1
Item: 2134766
Model: 55998

This white, acrylic based primer can be used as the ground for almost any type of paint. It can be used on a variety of surfaces, any that will readily accept paint, and it dries within minutes to a brilliant, non-yellowing, non-cracking white.Liquitex Acrylic Gesso can be mixed with acrylic colors to provide a toned ground. It can also be thinned with water.Liquitex Acrylic Gesso comes in a variety of jar sizes, from 4 oz. to 1 gal..Can be used on a variety of surfaces, any that will readily accept paint.Dries within minutes to a brilliant, non-yellowing, non-cracking white.Can be mixed with acrylic colors to provide a toned ground.Can also be thinned with water.Comes in a variety of jar sizes, from 4 oz. to 1 gal..size: 128 oz.

Price is  $153.89
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Liquitex Basics Gesso Non Washable Primers & Finishes, Titanium White, 16 Fl. Oz. (104016) image 1
Item: 2802675
Model: TD104016

Apply this versatile acrylic gesso to surfaces ranging from raw canvas to wood. You can use this gesso undiluted or add water for thinning, getting more from each bottle. This gesso can be topped with oil and acrylic paints as well as pastels and charcoal, allowing for use in a range of professional projects. Made to avoid yellowing or cracking, this Liquitex Basics Gesso acrylic gesso helps preserve artwork..A qualitative gesso to create the ideal absorbency, stiffness, and adhesion for paint.Classic titanium white opaque color — the perfect base for acrylic colors.16 fl. oz. capacity bottle.The product is delivered in a bottle.This gesso is non-washable.Gives a matte white, opaque finish which provides a long-lasting base.Can be used on their own or together with professional materials – if they're made by Liquitex, they're all intermixable.Stiffens your canvases and creates the right absorbency for paint application.Establishes a good surface for acrylics, oils, charcoal, pastels, or pencil drawings.Meets or exceeds ASTM D-4236 standard.Use this opaque Liquitex Basics Gesso acrylic gesso to create a matte white base for good color adhesion.

Price is  $13.99
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Liquitex Basics Gesso 16 Oz. [Pack Of 2] (2PK-104016) image 1
Item: 2132652
Model: 15546-PK2

Liquitex Basics Acrylic Gesso provides a smooth, absorbent, finely textured ground for painting. It works well with most porous surfaces, such as canvas, paper, wood, fabric, or plaster.Basics Acrylic Gesso is flexible, non-yellowing, and non-cracking. One coat of this excellent base coat primer is almost always enough..Provides a smooth, absorbent, finely textured ground for painting.Works well with most porous surfaces, such as canvas, paper, wood, fabric, or plaster.Flexible, non-yellowing, and non-cracking.size: 16 oz.

Price is  $48.89
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Handy Art® Acrylic Gesso, Black, 32 oz., Pack of 2 (RPC440103-2) image 1
Item: 24499586
Model: RPC440103-2

Handy Art® Acrylic Black Gesso is an excellent quality student primer that dries to a flexible matte finish. Apply as an undercoating or primer to surface before painting to improve adherence. Clean up with soap and water. Certified AP Non-Toxic. Made in the USA. Each bottle includes 32 oz. Sold as a pack of 2 bottles..Acrylic Gesso.Black.32 oz..Pack of 2

Price is  $40.59
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Princeton Series 5450 Flat Gesso Brush 1 in. 25.4 mm [Pack of 3] (PK3-5450F-100) image 1
Item: 24201853
Model: 80656-PK3

Better bristle gesso brush..Better bristle gesso brush hand crafted in the USA.Features natural flagged end bristle hair.High quality ensures minimum hair loss.Burgundy lacquered handle fits comfortably in the hand.Excellent for priming canvas, varnishing, or large scale paintings.Size:1 in..diameter:25.4 mm

Price is  $50.51
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About Gesso for Canvas Painting

Gesso for canvas painting is an essential primer used to prepare surfaces for acrylic and oil paints. It creates a smooth, absorbent layer that enhances paint adhesion, ensuring vibrant colors and longevity in your artwork.

Available in various formulations, gesso can be applied to canvas, wood, and other surfaces, making it a versatile choice for artists. It comes in different colors, including white, black, and tinted options, allowing for creative flexibility in your painting projects.

When selecting gesso, consider the texture and finish you desire. Some products offer a smooth finish ideal for detailed work, while others provide a more textured surface for expressive techniques. Additionally, clear gesso options are available for artists who want to maintain the original surface appearance while still preparing it for paint.

Another important feature to look for is the drying time, as some gessos dry quickly, allowing for faster layering and painting. Whether you prefer a traditional acrylic gesso or a colored variant, choosing the right product can significantly impact your painting experience and final results.

What is gesso used for in painting?

  • Gesso is used to prime surfaces for painting, creating a smooth and absorbent layer that enhances paint adhesion. It helps prevent the paint from soaking into the canvas or wood, ensuring vibrant colors and durability.

Can you use gesso on canvas?

  • Yes, gesso is specifically designed for use on canvas, providing a suitable surface for both acrylic and oil paints. It prepares the canvas by creating a barrier that improves paint application and longevity.

Is there a difference between white and black gesso?

  • Yes, white gesso is typically used to create a bright base for colors, while black gesso can provide a dramatic background or enhance the depth of darker colors. The choice depends on the desired effect in your artwork.

How many coats of gesso should I apply?

  • Generally, one to two coats of gesso are sufficient for most applications. However, for a smoother finish or when working with highly absorbent surfaces, additional coats may be beneficial.

Can gesso be mixed with paint?

  • Yes, gesso can be mixed with acrylic paint to create a tinted primer, allowing for a unique base color. This technique can enhance the overall look of your artwork and provide a cohesive foundation.

Does gesso dry quickly?

  • Most gesso formulations dry relatively quickly, often within 30 minutes to an hour. However, drying times can vary based on thickness, humidity, and temperature, so it's best to check the product instructions for specific guidance.