Mounted Prints On Wood Panel
Here is an insight into my process.
Mounting Prints On Wood Panel
Step One:
Print out the artwork onto Premium Presentation Paper (Matte).
Step Two:
Brush Matte Gel Medium (Liquitex) onto wood panel and back of print.
Step Three:
Cut Excess Paper off with cutting knife.
Step Four:
Place panels upside down, put weight on it and let dry over night.
Apply Coating to Artwork
Step Five:
Apply a coat to print and sides of the panel..
Gel Gloss might leave bubbles, so you need to experiment before committing to your proper art work.
Mod Podge will give you a nice coat, but it will remain sticky. Let the coat dry for at least a week and then seal it.
Letting the Artwork Dry
Step Six:
Easy: Do nothing. Let the coat dry.
Putting on the final Varnish
Step Seven:
Put on the final Varnish.
Dura Clear Gloss Varnish from DecoArt works well.
You can also use Gloss Polymer Varnish from Golden.
Letting it Dry
Step Eight:
Let the varnish dry. Apply a second coat if you like. Artwork should be fully dried after two days.
