Pens on canvas?

i want to use deco paint markers on canvas but the canvas is often too rough. could i sand it down lightly to get a smoother surface? or would that ruin it?
Pens on canvas?
you could try layering several coats of gesso and then lightly sanding it down rather than sanding the canvas itself. also maybe see if there is a difference in the texture and grain with cotton vs linen canvas. good luck!
Pens on canvas?
I gesso my canvases, then apply a coat of white paint. Then I use oil paint markers.





However, you probably don't have to go to this much trouble. Pre-stretched canvases come in several grades. If you want a completely smooth surface to use your deco markers on all you have to do is buy the grade of canvas that's been labeled 'museum grade'. It costs a little more but it's perfect for your needs. Or you can simply buy 'professional grade' or 'student grade' canvases and apply a coat of white paint. The paint coat will make the surface as smooth as you need it to be.





By the way, you don't need to sand down or gesso (or prime) a pre-stretched canvas because they are already primed. Gesso is for raw canvas that artist buy who stretch their own canvases.
Reply:Hi, I think you should rather use a primer on you canvas before you start.
Reply:Use binder medium to seal it.


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