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The paintings shown on Amy E Fraser.com are accomplished
with Acrylic Paint on Masonite. I use a unique, time-consuming paint process
to create my signature painting style. On average, I put 100 or more hours
into each image from the time of conception to completion, regardless
of the final painting size.
I begin with a sketch that I often rework with
use of a computer. Once the drawing process is complete, the image is
transferred to a comparably shaped Masonite board. Each Masonite board
is prepared with three or more coats of gesso, protecting the final image
from chemicals used in the board's production. The under painting begins
with solid areas of color and line work in opaque acrylic paint. At this
point, I begin to form an idea of where I am going to go with color. Paper
and pour polyurethane are sometimes included in the under painting process.
The luminous effect seen in my paintings is created by applying dozens
of individual layers of acrylic glaze over solid layers of base color.
Each layer of glaze must dry before the next can be applied to assure
the color's purity. Our eyes mix the colors to create hues, with an added
benefit of the color changing in various types of light. Because of this
layering process, the image surface has both physical and visual depth.
I premix all of the glaze colors before I start a painting and store them
in separate containers. I do not use a traditional artists palette or
butcher pan for my paints. I use a wide range of brush shapes and brush
sizes in addition to various sponges and rollers. The brilliant, luminescent
colors are created by layering individual transparent colors one at a
time on top of one other. The more layers, the deeper, darker or more
intense the shade becomes. Each painting is completed with a layer of
matte finish to reduce the glare of the glazes, making the image easier
to see from any angle as well as easier to photograph.
Why have I shared the secrets of my "Materials
and Methods"? I want people who purchase a painting to be assured
of the high quality of work, time and material that goes into each unique
piece. Secondly, the question of how my works are created is frequently
asked and I see no real reason not to answer it. Many artists fear that
revealing their 'secret' painting techniques will inspire copy artists
to recreate their work. I am not concerned with that particular issue,
as I tend to believe that most people would not be willing to devote the
time and effort that my technique requires.
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