Every great work of art starts with a blank canvas. Yet there’s a misconception that all blank canvases are the same. That’s not the case. Your canvas is the foundation of your work of art, and the surface, material and texture all play their own role in how that work will turn out. While canvases are easy enough to find in art supplies stores, the quality is often a gamble. What if you could have premium blank canvases, cut to the perfect size and shape, delivered to your door instead?
Mobile Frames 2 U is South East Queensland’s original mobile framing service, delivering canvases directly to your doorstep. If you live in Brisbane, the Gold Coast, the Sunshine Coast or Toowoomba, we’ll drop our canvases off at your home or workplace. Our canvases are designed for a wide range of artistic styles and techniques including acrylics, oils, watercolours and mixed media works. If you have the ambition to create masterful works of art, we can supply you with the perfect foundation.
Here are a few of the things to consider when shopping for blank canvases of your own:
Frame or no frame?
You can choose to buy canvases (or have them delivered) with or without a frame depending on how you work. Framed blank canvases, however, come with benefits that make them both more convenient and easier to work with. Framed canvases save you time on framing and mounting the artwork and give you more time to work on the piece itself. They guarantee a smooth, stretched surface, free from lumps and bumps and ready to get to work painting on. A frame protects your artwork from dust and moisture and helps you to coordinate it with the rest of the room’s décor.
Material
The material in your canvas plays a large part in the final look and feel of your artwork, and the top two choices are linen and cotton. Linen is durable, warp-resistant and adds a subtle but noticeable depth to your painting. The more popular option, cotton is affordable and provides a solid foundation for so many styles.
Size
The space in your workshop, the space your artwork will be showcased and your own creative vision all have an impact on the best size for your blank canvas. Larger canvases allow for bigger and grander statements, which is perfect if you want to be expressive and extravagant. Medium canvases still make an impact but are easier to manage and to fit into smaller-sized spaces. Small canvases are intimate and work well for intricate artworks displayed in small spaces.
Colour
While white is the most common canvas shade and a neutral choice to add your vibrant colours to, canvases also come in black. On top of adding some extra dimension to your colours, black saves you time if you’re painting in darker tones and can be a great starting point for styles like chiaroscuro.
Texture
Canvases have different textures, which in itself makes a difference. Canvases pre-primed with gesso help to prepare surfaces for paintings, but unprimed surfaces are more absorbent for particular textures. Depending on your technique, you can choose between a smooth and rough texture for your painting style.
Thickness
The heavier the canvas, the less likely it is to warp. If you’re planning to hang your artwork without a frame, some extra bulk also gives it a modern look.
Pre-stretched or loose?
Pre-stretched and loose canvases both have their benefits. Pre-stretched canvases are ready to use already, while you have the flexibility to stretch loose canvas yourself, which can be beneficial for bigger pieces.
Price
Finally, price is always a factor – and you want to balance affordability with quality when you purchase your canvas of choice.
Get blank canvases delivered with Mobile Frames 2 U
Mobile Frames 2 U makes it a little bit easier to acquire the materials you need for your masterpiece by delivering blank canvases directly to your doorstep. If you live in Brisbane, Toowoomba, the Gold Coast or the Sunshine Coast, we deliver directly to your door. Our canvases are made from high-quality 10 oz. prime white cotton fabric that provides the perfect base for your creative endeavours. We can cut them to any size you prefer, giving them the versatility to accommodate your creative vision.
As mobile framing specialists in South East Queensland, we can also frame and hang your canvas hassle-free. Our skilled craftspeople know how to frame your canvas in a way that enhances its beauty and protects it from the elements. We have high-quality glazing options to protect your canvas from UV rays, dust and damage, plus we can hang it in your home in a way that’s securely mounted, expertly aligned and beautifully presented within its frame.
Find out more about Mobile Frames 2 U’s blank canvases and canvas framing and hanging services by calling us on 1300 157 720.
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