{"product_id":"novacolor-200-gesso-32oz-quart","title":"Nova Color #200 Gesso 32oz\/Quart","description":"\u003cp\u003eOpacity: Translucent\u003cbr\u003eSheen: Matte\u003cbr\u003eConsistency: Heavy Creamy Fluid\u003cbr\u003ePrimary Usage: Primer\u003cbr\u003eSpecial Properties: Sandable\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave you heard of Gesso? This smooth, highly pigmented professional-grade liquid paint is one of the most important supplies needed to prepare your canvas for the work of art to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore like a high-quality liquid paint than an artist-grade acrylic paint, Nova Color’s Gesso is a primer traditionally used by artists to treat the surface of their canvas prior to painting. It dries hard, making the surface (either traditional like canvas or even mixed media forms) stiffer. Not only does this make it easier for the artist to apply the paint, but it also makes the surface slightly textured and ready to accept professional-grade acrylic paint rather than soak it in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGesso is a must-have for any artist who routinely uses canvas and wants to get the most out of their professional acrylic paint. However, even casual crafters should have artist-grade Gesso on hand. With Gesso, the possibilities for what you can paint on are endless. For instance, if you wanted to paint on a vinyl record or add hand-painted elements to a mirror, all you need to do is add some Gesso to where you’re going to paint and begin going to work with professional-grade acrylic paint once dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile there’s no right or wrong way to apply Gesso, we suggest evaluating if you need to dilute it. Our gesso is already fluid.  Additionally, you can sand the Gesso between each completely dry layer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePurchase the best acrylic paint and liquid applications from Nova Color today and see for yourself the endless painting possibilities!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhat the product does:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGesso is used as a primer to create a smooth painting surface\u003cbr\u003eProvides ideal conditions for acrylic paint application \u0026amp; absorption\u003cbr\u003eStiffens your painting surface \u0026amp; is non-yellowing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow to use:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClean your surface and make sure it is free of any loose paint, dirt, or oily residue\u003cbr\u003eSurfaces painted with oil or solvent-based paints must be sanded before gesso application\u003cbr\u003eApply directly to your clean \u0026amp; oil free surface \u0026amp; enjoy your primed surface\u003cbr\u003eDrying time may differ depending on weather conditions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTips:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMix with #207 Nova Gel or #206 Gloss Medium \u0026amp; Varnish to increase the flexibility or gloss of the Gesso\u003cbr\u003eYou can mix your Nova Color paints to create tints (pastels)\u003cbr\u003eYou can thin your gesso using water (over-thinning with water may result in poor adhesion)\u003cbr\u003eDo not allow it to dry on brushes or tools\u003cbr\u003eClean your brushes or tools with soap \u0026amp; water after use\u003cbr\u003eDries permanent \u0026amp; is water resistant\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nova Color","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41445568512064,"sku":null,"price":19.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0582\/3791\/1104\/files\/NovaColor0699_2x_51e2143c-9063-428f-9d16-22c9c4c428d6.webp?v=1792594386","url":"https:\/\/freehand.supply\/products\/novacolor-200-gesso-32oz-quart","provider":"Freehand Art Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}