Liquitex Professional Gesso Surface Prep Medium, 237ml (8-oz), Black

Perfect for my needs. I use Graphite on canvas, seals it nicely, allowing me to wash over it with color. Will order again

As an artist, the foundation of any painting is crucial, and I was searching for a reliable primer to prepare my 14x14 canvas. Enter Liquitex Professional Gesso. I had heard of its reputation but was eager to see if it lived up to the hype. Upon opening the container, I was greeted with a thick, creamy texture that promised good coverage. The application was smooth, and I could feel the gesso gripping the canvas, creating a surface that was both absorbent and slightly textured—perfect for acrylics. After the recommended drying time, I was impressed by the matte white finish that not only brightened the canvas but also provided an excellent base for my paints. The true test came when I began painting. The gessoed surface allowed the acrylics to adhere beautifully, with colors appearing vibrant and true. The added tooth gave my brushwork a satisfying resistance, enhancing control and precision. I also appreciated the archival quality of the gesso, knowing it would help preserve my artwork for years to come. However, it's worth noting that the gesso's clear opacity means that any underlying pencil sketches or markings are not effectively covered, so plan your compositions accordingly. That could be great if you still want whatever’s underneath to show through, or challenging if you’re used to a dress that is white or some other color. Additionally, while the gesso provides a sturdy base, it's essential to allow each layer to dry thoroughly to avoid any lifting or smudging during subsequent applications. In conclusion, Liquitex Professional Gesso proved to be an excellent choice for priming my canvas. It delivered on its promises of quality, durability, and performance, setting the stage for a successful painting project. If you're looking for a dependable primer to ensure your artwork starts on the right foot, this gesso is a worthy investment.

I love this! I was making a papier-mâché mask for my daughter and was able to use it almost like a filler it was so thick. Needs some time to dry before sanding, but after it dries good it sanded down pretty good.

The Liquitex Professional Gesso Surface Prep Medium is a solid pick for artists looking to get their surfaces just right. This white gesso is great for prepping your canvas, wood, or paper, giving you a smooth, consistent base to work on. It helps your paint stick better and makes colors pop. The gesso itself is creamy and spreads easily, so you won’t have to worry about streaks or uneven spots. It dries pretty fast, too, leaving you with a flexible, non-yellowing, matte finish that's perfect for both acrylic and oil paints. Plus, the size is super handy—whether you're just starting out or need something portable. All in all, Liquitex Professional Gesso is a must-have for making sure your artwork turns out looking its best.

Clear gesso is now a non-negotiable part of my paint-by-number process. I use a big, fat acrylic brush to apply it, a cheap one, since this stuff goes on with a glue-like texture that absolutely will not play nice with anything you care about. Once dry, the surface develops what artists politely call “tooth,” which in this case feels like rubbing your hand across a chalkboard while someone whispers unsettling facts about sand. Is it texturally cursed? Slightly. Does it completely transform how well paint grips the canvas? Absolutely. With one coat, my paints stay where I put them, the lines don’t bleed, and I use far fewer layers to get solid, even coverage. That includes covering the printed outlines and numbers that span the entire canvas. It does slightly mute the background color, which gave me a moment of pause the first time I used it. But the lines and numbers stayed sharp, and since the entire surface gets painted over, it turned out to be a complete non-issue. This won’t make you a better painter, but it will make the whole experience feel less like a struggle and more like something you might voluntarily do again. _______ The attached photo obviously isn’t of the product itself. It’s clear. What would that even look like? But it does show the results. I’m also including a video so you can see how well it works in action.

This is the first Gesso I've used, so I can't compare it to other brands. I used this on an adult coloring book to prepare the paper for wet mediums. I painted it on a few test pages and let it dry (didn't take long but I live in a warm climate). The page feels rough, almost like a sand paper feel, it definitely added tooth to the paper. It also slightly changed the color of the paper, it's a little more off-white now. I tested the following mediums on top of the clear Gesso: Prismacolor color pencils: Worked really well. Was able to apply a lot of water and blend. I could even go in after the watercolor was dry with more water and re-work it. Was able to use lots of water without destroying the non-watercolor paper. Koi Watercolors: Same as the watercolor pencils, as far as how it behaved. Several types of colored pencils: Didn't work well, I'm not a fan of using pencils over the Gesso. The lines were rougher and hard to blend and control. They created a lot of colored dust too so that could stain the picture if you aren't careful. Sticklers: Able to apply where needed, no issues. Acrylic paint (Americana): Was able to use acrylic without water, and also with water as more of a wash. Iridescent Medium: Mixed with watercolor, made the applied color very shimmery. Didn't give any issues over the Gesso. Art Masking Fluid: Worked fine on top of the Gesso. Still protected the paper from the watercolor, and when I pulled it off I could still feel the Gesso on the paper underneath.

Best size to buy of gesso. It remains useable with tight fitting top. I gesso all my cradle panels and need to keep gesso on hand since it’s a step I do not miss. This is an artist’s must have

I’m a big fan of Liquitex and this did not dissapoint!!

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Je prépare mes panneaux en bois et c'est un super bon primer.

He probado varias marcas de Gesso y puedo decir finalmente que "Gesso no es igual a Gesso". El acabado entre una marca y otra puede dar lugar a una diferencia muy notable. De momento la mejor marca (que coincide en ser la más cara), es la que da mejores resultados. Si trabajas con base Gesso de la marca Liquitex, todo lo que pongas después encima (sobre todo si trabajas con acuarela), los colores son más brillantes y más notorios. El mismo proceso pero usando otras marcas de Gesso da buenos resultados también, pero si trabajas con acuarelas los colores quedan más pálidos. Ésto no ocurre si usas el Gesso de Liquitex. Recomiendo mucho esta marca. Es bastante más cara que las muchísimas otras alternativas, pero en éste caso es más recomendable rascarse el bolsillo para invertir en éste producto.

Un gesso très épais mais facile à poser, personnellement je l'étale au couteau et le résultat est parfait.

Bra att veta om man ska använda den på canvasduk är att den blir väldigt sträv efter påstrykning. Behöves sandpappra med fint sandpapper efteråt annars förstörs penslarna när man ska måla.