I worked on the 48″ x 48″ oil, Two Cakes. Two Cakes has been long in hand. I really do not like the surface; a commercial canvas by Fredrix. I bought an assortment of Fredrix canvases from a NJ supplier who was going out of business. Even though I got a great deal on the lot, I regret the purchase and I haven’t bought anything from Fredrix since.
Fredrix canvases are only good for sketches or studies. I prefer stretching and preparing my own canvases. I can honestly say that I’ve never been satisfied with any commercially prepared canvases–ever. So, Fredrix isn’t alone.
This photo is with my new Nikon D750. The beautiful piece of machinery, the D750, is my Christmas gift from my extravagantly beautiful wife.