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Artists' canvases are usually stretched taut on frames of wooden "stretcher bars," then fastened with a staple gun, upholstery tacks, or brass thumbtacks. We found several descriptions of this process by simply searching on "how to stretch a canvas." With Rex Art's photo illustrations and detailed instructions, you should be able to stretch a primed or unprimed canvas with or without pliers and a tack hammer. Visit the Art Studio Chalkboard for a clear, concise canvas stretching tutorial and other helpful drawing
and painting resources. A tip from PlanetKnowHow: The use of linen canvas as a painting material was first adapted in Italy in the 17th century. Rolled canvas was a portable alternative to wooden panels, which warped easily and were not readily available in all sizes. Even today many oil and acrylic painting are transported as unframed canvas since this greatly reduces the weight and cost of shipping. Paintings done on canvas are usually framed after being stretched. Often the painted surface is left uncovered so that light falls directly on the paint, undistorted by the reflective qualities of plastic or glass. Photographic prints and graphic images are sometimes printed or transferred directly onto canvas in order to add texture to the image. We discovered some all-purpose picture framing tips that introduce basics of design, color compatibilities, and archival quality materials.
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