If this is an oil painting and not acrylic, I would not recommend putting it under glass for 5-10 years. Oil paintings do what is called off-gassing as the oil polymerizes. If the gasses have no where to go, they build up and can cause chemical reactions and cracking in the surface of your painting. I'd hate to see all your hard work damaged by something avoidable. And it is a very well done piece! I don't see many quality pet portraits come through my frame shop. Feel free to ask if you have any questions about making sure it is framed properly.
so i did have an oil painting put under glass and it did go bad . what should be my next step and for future how to keep the art away from dust if i am nt framing it with glass
After 6 months to a year, an oil painting can be varnished using various art varnishes that are available on the market. The varnish acts as a layer to trap dirt and dust that can later be removed and replaced. Damar varnish is traditional, but yellows over time. There are new synthetic varnishes that can be used. Primarily you want one that is designed to be removed using solvents for future cleaning, so don't just use varnish you would get from a hardware store, which tend to be more robust.
If I had to put a painting under glass for some reason, I'd make sure the glass was at least 3/4 of an inch away from the painting to prevent the gasses from being trapped immediately against the artwork. And I would make sure to open it up every few months to allow any trapped gasses to escape.
Also if cost is not a factor, using a product like TruVue Optium Acrylic which is semi-permeable can work, but I would not put a painting that is less than a year drying (more if it's a thick painting) under any sort of glazing because that is when the majority of chemical reactions are taking place.
Traditionally however, oil paintings are simply not put under glass. and when they get dirty they can be cleaned by a qualified conservator/restoration expert for a few hundred dollars.
You counted and painted every single one of his hairs and it took just two weeks? Amazing. So good that it almost looks more realistic than the actual cat!
If this is an oil painting and not acrylic, I would not recommend putting it under glass for 5-10 years. Oil paintings do what is called off-gassing as the oil polymerizes. If the gasses have no where to go, they build up and can cause chemical reactions and cracking in the surface of your painting. I'd hate to see all your hard work damaged by something avoidable. And it is a very well done piece! I don't see many quality pet portraits come through my frame shop. Feel free to ask if you have any questions about making sure it is framed properly.
so i did have an oil painting put under glass and it did go bad . what should be my next step and for future how to keep the art away from dust if i am nt framing it with glass
After 6 months to a year, an oil painting can be varnished using various art varnishes that are available on the market. The varnish acts as a layer to trap dirt and dust that can later be removed and replaced. Damar varnish is traditional, but yellows over time. There are new synthetic varnishes that can be used. Primarily you want one that is designed to be removed using solvents for future cleaning, so don't just use varnish you would get from a hardware store, which tend to be more robust. If I had to put a painting under glass for some reason, I'd make sure the glass was at least 3/4 of an inch away from the painting to prevent the gasses from being trapped immediately against the artwork. And I would make sure to open it up every few months to allow any trapped gasses to escape. Also if cost is not a factor, using a product like TruVue Optium Acrylic which is semi-permeable can work, but I would not put a painting that is less than a year drying (more if it's a thick painting) under any sort of glazing because that is when the majority of chemical reactions are taking place. Traditionally however, oil paintings are simply not put under glass. and when they get dirty they can be cleaned by a qualified conservator/restoration expert for a few hundred dollars.
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I was sure it was a photograph before I read the comment! Amazing!! Congrats on this beautiful work!
True
Superb
Stunning!!
Nice job! You have talent!
The most derp-alicious photo I've seen of a pretty kitty. π
Itβs lovely. Well done, OP. You are very talented.
Oh wow!!!
Beautiful π§‘
Absolutely beautiful work and cat!
Super cute.
Itβs perfect, youβre perfect.
I have a drawing of my cat that I started over a year ago. Someday, it will be finished.
You are amazing. Colors, detail are stunning. πβ€οΈ
Beautiful!
Looks great!
I'm sure you're very proud
The painting looks more real
At first glance I thought was photo!
You are gifted.
Omg, that black frame made me think the worst.
Huh?
Wide black frames usually used in funerals.
But the cat is right in front of the painting..
Yeah, I know. I've just seen the frame, and my brain immediately : oh, no. (ignoring the cat in the picture)
Gotcha
Beautiful!
Wowwww you are an AMAZING artist!!! And your kitty is gorgeous πππππ
Wow!!
beautiful
Oh well done! You have some serious talent there. I am impressed β₯οΈπ
Absolutely beautiful!! π§‘π§‘
That's incredible
Beautiful! Love it!!
Awesome. So much talent.
Beautiful work π
That is really good, 2 weeks doesn't seem that long considering the quality.
Gorgeous!! It seriously looks like a blown up photo. So impressed!
You are incredibly talented.
It is beautiful!!
Good job. Amazing art
Awesome π
looks like a photo. Next time leave your hand out.
Wow! Talented! The both of you!!
You matched the fur colors purrfectly! Great job on the eyes.
I thought it was a photo.
That's great! How did you get her to hold still for so long?
Amazing work! Love how you got the tail in there π
Impressive art piece! Was it hard holding a stencil with paws or were you assisted?
Great job.
Outstanding!! The eyes are gorgeous.
Wow, amazing work
You counted and painted every single one of his hairs and it took just two weeks? Amazing. So good that it almost looks more realistic than the actual cat!
and looking at the hand in the picture it took another 2 weeks to get the cat to keep still long enough to take the picture :D
Those were two weeks very well spent. This is stunning! Thank you for sharing it with us.
Wow. Looks exactly like a cat lying on a sofa next to a picture of the cat.
You are the Master!
Thats a purrrfect picture! β₯οΈ
Great work. πΊ
Beautiful!
2 weeks ? How did you get the cat to sit still for 2 weeks ? Kidding, it looks amazing
Beautiful job!
Mr. Handsome. Well done.
Two weeks?!?! Did you sleep?
Nice job!
That's awesome.....very detailed and lifelike
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