In the Studio Oct. 14 2012<\/span><\/a><\/div>I started drawing on a 36″ x 48″ canvas yesterday. There is a lot of green in the painting. That’s the best way I can describe it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I have only 6 prepared canvases left (not including the one I started drawing); four 40″ x 52,” and two 40″ x 56.” The canvases represent the last batch from my big canvas order from several years ago. I am comparing prices for a new roll. I plan to buy linen this time.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Utrecht flak white continues to surprise me with its good performance. Considering its modest price, it’s a good value. I am using it throughout this painting titled The Fair. It covers well and handles crisply. When thinned it retains strong covering strength. An excellent flake white. I ordered another tube this morning. 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