Description
3" x 5" swatch Artfix L43U Universal Acrylic Primed Linen Roll Canvas L43U-3x5
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Masterpiece® proudly features an exquisite selection of Artfix linen canvas, a testament to the heritage and expertise of another family-owned business flourishing for over 50 years in Provence, France. Artfix is renowned for its diverse range of artist canvas, encompassing primed linens, cottons, and polyesters. The collection is particularly distinguished by its Belgian linen weaves, varying from fine-tooth, quad-primed linens to the characteristic Belgian "handkerchief" linen textures. This range extends to robust, heavy-toothed linens, perfect for large-scale artistic creations.
Each canvas undergoes meticulous preparation, starting with up to two layers of a specially formulated collagen and acrylic copolymer sizing. This crucial step ensures complete isolation of the fabric from the acidic nature of primers and paints. Subsequently, the canvases are primed with one to six layers of either oil-based or acrylic universal primer.
Artfix's acrylic universal primer represents a harmonious blend of modern and traditional priming techniques, offering many of the absorbent characteristics of oil-based primers, but with a ground that remains flexible over time and accepts a wide variety of paint types.
Explore Other Artfix L43U Roll Sizes
8" x 10" swatch • 85" x 11" • 85" x 15" • 85" x 21" • 85" x 28" • 85" x 35" • 85" x 39" • 85" x 44" • 85" x 49" • 85" x 56" • 85" x 65" • 85" x 78" • 85" x 98" • 85" x 106" • 85" x 5 meters • 85" x 10 meters
Explore Other Related 3" x 5" swatch Canvas Rolls:
- Artfix Acrylic Primed Linen: L22U • LC3U • L64U • L84U •
- Artfix Oil Primed Linen: L21C • LC2C • L42C • L64C • L84C • L84C
Artfix L43U Universal Acrylic Primed Linen
Heavy weight acrylic primed linen canvas. Great for large and small works with a very heavy body, yet has a pleasing medium surface tooth. It has a bright white tone. The "U" in the style name is for universal acrylic primed, which means that it works for virtually all paint types. The unique formulation mimics many attributes of oil-based primers, yet retains the resilience and flexibility characteristic of acrylic priming. Distinct from the typical glossy acrylic primers, this canvas surface has a more matte finish, enhancing its absorbency. This quality ensures superior adhesion for a diverse array of artistic media.
This universal acrylic primed linen is particularly well-suited for oil and acrylic paints, and its absorbent nature makes it an excellent choice for drawing media like oil sticks, pastels, charcoal, and graphite. When mounted on a rigid surface, the universal primed canvas and its smoothish texture even accommodates fragile mediums like egg tempera and caseins with exceptional results.
- 100% Belgian Linen 11 oz.; Primed Weight 18 oz. per square yard
- Heavy Weight, densely woven Weave, Medium Texture
- Double Sized and Triple Primed with acid-free archival quality acrylic gesso
- Impenetrable ground prevents oil paint from leaching through and harming the canvas
- For acrylics, 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 in acrylic 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.
A canvas is one of the very few products you can buy, and with your precious time, talent, and materials transform it into a work of art that could one day be worth a fortune. Don't skimp on your material choices! Your legacy and your own brand will be judged by how well your artwork stands the test of time. Both Artfix and Masterpiece® stand proudly together to provide artists with the finest material choices available.
Look at life with the eyes of a child.
♦ Henri Matisse
An artist whose work was characterized by its vivid color and fluid forms, Henri Matisse believed in the transformative power of seeing the world through an unfiltered lens. Matisse's artistic career echoed this sentiment, as he constantly sought to break from conventions and embrace a perspective that was both innocent and exploratory. The essence of Matisse's artistry was not merely to represent the world but to capture its essence through a sense of wonder and curiosity.
This perspective offers a refreshing take on creativity. In our art careers, it's easy to become entangled in techniques, theories, and the pursuit of perfection. However, by viewing our subjects with the pure curiosity and wonder of a child, we rediscover the magic that first drew us to art. This viewpoint not only enriches our creative processes but also allows us to form a deeper connection with our audience, bridging the gap between the seen and the felt. As we embrace this childlike wonder, we realize that the true essence of art lies not in replication but in revelation.
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Additional Details
- SKU:
- L43U-3x5
- Canvas and Depth:
- Masterpiece
- Weight and Style:
- 14.5oz Grenoble A/P
- Canvas and Ground:
- Linen Acrylic Primed
- Tooth and Texture:
- Medium Tooth
- Width:
- 3 Inch
- Length:
- 5 Inch
