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  • Pastelbord
  • Pastels

Is there a way to restore the texture on Pastelbord?

Learn how to restore texture on Pastelbord when an area becomes overworked and too smooth for additional pastel.

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  • Pastelbord
  • Pastels

Should you use a fixative to fix a soft pastel on Pastelbord?

Find out why framing under glass is preferred over fixatives and how to safely test sprays for best results.

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  • Inks
  • Scratchboard
  • Scratchbord

Which inks work best for scratchboard techniques?

Discover how Ampersand Scratchbord Inks let you create bold, lasting art that you can scratch and refine long after it’s dry.

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  • Oils

How should I prime a panel cradle to prepare it for oil paint?

Learn how to prepare a raw wood cradle for oil painting by sealing with acrylic medium and gesso, oil ground, or a thin coat of oil medium before painting the sides with oils.

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  • Oils
  • Unprimed Basswood

Any long-term issues painting with oil+Liquin on unsealed Unprimed Basswood?

Learn whether painting with oil and Liquin on unsealed, Unprimed Basswood panels can cause long-term issues.

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  • Aquabord
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  • Watercolor

Can you use liquid frisket on Aquabord?

Our recommendations for liquid frisket on Aquabord.

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  • Hardbord
  • Oils

How would you recommend that I prepare Hardbord panels for oil paints?

Our recommendations for oil grounds on Ampersand Hardbord.

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  • Claybord
  • Encausticbord
  • Gessobord

Can silverpoint be used on Ampersand panels and which would be most suitable?

Find out what panels we recommend for silverpoint and why.

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  • Aquabord
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  • Watercolor

What is the best way to seal watercolor on Aquabord?

If you would like to display a watercolor on Aquabord, without glass, we recommend a “fix” layer, followed by a varnish.

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  • Claybord
  • Egg tempera
  • Encausticbord

Is Encausticbord suitable for egg tempera? Is Claybord better?

Find out if both Encausticbord and Claybord are suitable for egg tempera painting.

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  • Duoframe
  • Floaterframes
  • Scratchboard
  • Scratchbord

What do you offer for framing Scratchbords? I have a 5x7 and 4x4.

Find out the best solution for framing flat Ampersand Scratchbord.

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  • Inks
  • Scratchboard
  • Scratchbord
  • Videos

Can you fix mistake scratches or marks on Scratchbord?

Dana Brown demonstrates how to repair unwanted marks and scratches on Scratchbord.

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  • Aquabord
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How do I get an even wash on Aquabord without streaking?

Dana Brown demonstrates how to get an even, streak free, wash on Aquabord.

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