Display Watercolor Art without Glass [Complete Board Mounting Demonstration]

In this video, I show you step by step, my process for mounting a finished watercolor painting to a birch board. I show you how to seal the painting, adhere the painting to a board and seal the painting with wax medium. This is a cost-effective and easy way to display your artwork without the need for a frame and glass.

I discuss the difference between a cradle board and plain board surface. Next I show you how to seal your artwork with Krylon UV Resistant Acrylic Coat. Make sure you complete this step out of doors as the fumes are toxic. Use an old paint brush to apply the Golden Gel Medium to the back of the painting and the board. Use a Speedball brayer to eliminate air bubbles between the paper and board. You should allow this to dry overnight before proceeding. Use a shart utility knife to cut around the board to trim the painting. Finally, apply the wax medium with paper towel and buff to a sheen with a clean, lint-free cloth.

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Speedball 4" Brayer - https://amzn.to/3tTVS7s
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Pine Display Easels (set of 6) - https://amzn.to/3aKM886

Would you like to see how I painted the White Daffodils shown in this video? Check out the full watercolor tutorial here:    • How to Paint White Daffodils in Water...  

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