12x24 Hardcore Pro Poitiers Plein Air Canvas Panel #HQ-1224

True 2:1 Domino Proportion - 12x24 Size

12x24 is one of our popular Domino 2:1 sizes.

The 2:1 aspect ratio, that we call the domino proportion, also offers a unique canvas for artists to play with the perception of space and depth within their compositions. The elongated format allows for the inclusion of foreground, middle ground, and background elements, creating a sense of distance and scale that draws the viewer's eye into the artwork. This aspect ratio has been used by artists throughout history, from ancient Egyptian tomb paintings to Renaissance frescoes to contemporary photography. Its versatility and timelessness make it a classic choice for artists seeking to create dynamic and engaging compositions.

Explore other sizes in this same 2:1 aspect ratio:

4x8 • 5x10 • 6x12 • 7x14 • 8x16 • 9x18 • 10x20

Explore Related Products to this 12x24 Size:

• Alkyd / Oil Primed Linen: Malibu™ • Ventura™ • Versailles™
• Acrylic Primed Linen: Muir™ • Santa Cruz™ • Saint-Cloud™ • Pau™
• Acrylic Primed Cotton: Monterey™ • Carmel™ • Heavy Weight 14oz cotton
• Vincent™ Pro 7/8 • 3D™ Pro 2.5

Poitiers™ Portriat Smooth Oil Primed Artfix Linen

Our smoothest oil primed linen canvas. It is a heavy weight linen with a captivating warm golden hue tone.

• 100% Belgian Linen 6.2 oz.; Primed Weight 14.1 oz. per square yard
• Meidum Weight, Fine Weave, Portrait Smooth Texture
• Double Sized and Quadruple Primed with acid-free archival quality oil primed ground
• Impenetrable ground prevents oil paint from leaching through and harming the canvas
• For oils, alkyds, and water miscible oil paints
• Linen has natural oils that prevent disintegration over time.

Titanium Dioxide (TiO₂) Primer Pigment

This primer contains premium-grade Titanium Dioxide (TiO₂) white pigment, renowned for its exceptional performance for oil priming. Its standout feature is its enduring whiteness, coupled with remarkable flexibility that persists over time. In contrast to other pigments such as zinc dioxide, Titanium Dioxide maintains its resilience, preventing brittleness as it ages. This quality ensures that artworks retain their integrity and will stand the test of time.

Artfix Poitiers™ Portrait Smooth Belgian Linen offers a luxurious surface, ideal for highly detailed work. Preferred by portrait artists because it is so smooth for linen. Due to the nature of how flax plants are turned into linen textiles, there may be variations in yarn thickness thereby creating fabric that is individual in nature and has character. There can be infrequent naturally occurring nubs in the linen which may yield small slight bumps where the linen is a little thicker than the rest of the strand. This is normal and part of what gives linen its character.

Oil paint on an oil primed canvas improves your results

Using an oil prepared canvas for oil painting can produce superior results because the paint and ground are organically similar and create an ideal "chemical bond" where the paint sinks into the ground resulting in a smoother and more even finish. The resulting bond between the paint and canvas is stronger, making the artwork more durable and long-lasting. Additionally, the melding of the two oil-based materials creates an effect called luminosity, where the colors appear to glow from within, and thereby enhances the vibrancy and brightness of the colors, impacting the way light reflects off the colors.

Flash an Oil Prepared Canvas with Mineral Spirits

While it is not required, for best results, lightly wipe or flash the oil prepared canvas with mineral spirits before painting to make sure that your surface is completely clean of any dust or contaminants before painting.

Our Hardcore™ Pro Pro Canvas Panels are the flattest on the market. They are made using MDF (medium density fiberboard) which is the highest quality engineered wood board on the market. Moisture in the board can cause undesirable results to the panel and your artwork, which is why we size the board with four layers on the front before the canvas is mounted, thereby defending against moisture getting into the board and underneath your artwork.

Canvas Panels should be as flat as possible, otherwise, they don't display well in a frame, and can create spaces between the artwork and the frame. A bowed panel is also a sign of having been impacted by the effect of moisture. Canvas can shrink, even after it is mounted on the board. For this reason, Masterpiece® developed a unique proprietary process that stress-relieves each panel, thereby virtually eliminating the bow that is commonly found in competing panel products. Hardcore™ Pro Canvas Panels provide a stable foundation for your art.

Panel Porter™ wet carriers are the most secure and versatile on the market!

• Mix and match to make any size carrier you want!
• For this 12x24 sized Panel, you could buy one pair of 12-Inch and one pair of 24-Inch Panel Porter™
• You can then combine these sizes with other size Panel Porters™ to create an entire new wet panel carrier.
• Each carrier securely transports two wet panels
• Metal locking pins secure frame together to protect your precious artwork
• Carry Panel Porters™ in your bag or backpack to match the panel sizes you paint
• Assemble frame carriers after you have completed your paintings
• Air holes in the corners allow your painting to breathe while drying
• Panel Porters™ are great for shipping your artwork
• Masterpiece® makes over 75 standard sizes of canvas panels, so with Panel Porter™, you are liberated to paint sizes you've never tried before and still have an economical and secure carrier to match

Each panel is inspected and detailed before it's packed for shipment, so you are assured in receiving a very well constructed panel ready to create your next composition. Masterpiece® Hardcore™ Pro Canvas Panels . . . truly professional in every way!

The only moral lesson which is suited for a child—the most important lesson for every time of life—is this: 'Never hurt anybody.'. ♦ Jean-Jacques Rousseau

Jean-Jacques Rousseau, a luminary of the Enlightenment, held views on education and human nature that were revolutionary in his time. He believed in the innate goodness of humans and felt that society often corrupted this inherent virtue. This conviction is reflected in the above sentiment, emphasizing the fundamental principle of causing no harm to others.

This principle holds special resonance. Through our creations, we have the power to influence, inspire, and shape perceptions. When we wield our brushes, pens, or instruments, we make choices—choices that can uplift or harm. In our art careers, it's essential to understand the weight of this responsibility. The canvases we fill, the sculptures we mold, or the melodies we compose carry our messages to the world. And just as Rousseau advocated for the purity and innocence of children to be protected, we too should strive to ensure that our artistic expressions uplift rather than diminish.

We've all faced moments of doubt, wondering if our work matters or if we're making a difference. But by adhering to the simple principle of never causing harm, we can navigate our path with a clearer conscience and a purpose that aligns with the betterment of those around us.

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Creativity is everything to us artists, so while you bring canvases to life, we've breathed digital life into a likeness we made of Jean-Jacques Rousseau, and provide a quote and context to inspire your art. Together, our creations honor the past, present, and future of artistry. Start spreading some paint around your own canvas!