Crayon de couleur professionnel prix of paints is an exciting time for any artist, but there is one other element that is equally important to consider – the canvas on which you plan on painting. Choosing the right canvas is crucial to your work and this article will help you find one that suits your skills and style.

There are many different types of canvases to choose from, but the most common are cotton and linen. Linen is woven from the fibres of flax and is usually more expensive than cotton, but offers a superior surface. A smoother texture is good for detailed work, while a rougher weave will suit wide brush strokes and larger paintings.

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Canvases are also available in a variety of thicknesses from a standard slim width to deep-sided canvases suitable for framing. This is largely down to personal preference and the way you want your finished paintings to be displayed. Thicker canvases will make your paintings look bigger, while thinner ones will show more of the canvas weave and offer a more contemporary appearance.

Most canvases are primed with gesso, which protects the fabric and makes it more suitable for painting on. Some are specifically ‘oil primed’ for use with oil paints, while others are ‘universally primed’ for use with acrylic or oil-based paints. Unprimed canvases, or ‘raw’ canvas, will absorb more paint, meaning colours may not appear as vibrant on them.

Canvases are often sold pre-stretched, making them ready for you to start painting. However, you can also buy them by the roll and stretch them over frames on your own if you prefer this approach.