Priming a wood panel for my…

Priming a wood panel for my next Big Art project- Big because I usually work on pieces 8” x 10” (20.3 cm x 25.4 cm) or smaller, and this panel is 16” x 20” (40.6 cm x 50.8 cm).

Using clear gesso. It will be a mixed media piece with lots of layers, but I’m curious how letting the wood show through will affect it compared to prepping with white gesso, which I’ve done before.

Gesso adds a bit of tooth so the paint/ink/etc. has a little more grip. Clear gesso goes on white then dries clear. I need to give it 24 hrs to dry, then I’ll stay playing. 😍

I’m using the hashtag #everydayflower for this piece if you want to follow the process. Goal is to finish by the end of the month. 🤞

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