If you are a painter, like me, you have encountered stretching your own canvas. It is inevitable. If you want to be a professional and want people to take you and your work seriously, you should build and stretch your own canvas.
For me, it was always difficult. I was always asking for help and reading step by step instructions. It didn't help that I am terrified of wood shop tools necessary for mitering the wood. I always struggled, until my professor had me watch this video. This is good if you are a visual learner, like myself. This is a video on how to build, stretch, and prime a canvas. You can replace the nails to hold the canvas with staples using a staple gun. I think it's faster and more convenient. However, if you choose to stretch like the old masters, follow these instructions!
Watch it HERE!
This is artist Sarah Stolar, an artist talented in installation, video, and painting! Check her out on her website.
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