Whether or not my work pleases you, I wish to assure potential patrons that I use only the FINEST quality materials in all of my paintings...Starting with the ground, all of my works are presented in oils upon stretched canvas unless otherwise specified. I either stretch the canvas myself or purchase highest quality (acid free) pre-stretched material.
As for my brushes, I spend a small fortune... although these are of less importance to you the viewer. (Paint could be applied with a wooden spatula and, in the hands of a master, the result would be spectacular.)
I use FAT OVER LEAN techinique. The underpainting is completed using a thinner mixture than the finishing (external) layers. Oil paint is flexible. Imagine applying a thin layer of paint over an elastic band and then stretching the elastic band! The paint would CRACK, I believe! Any artist who does not understand this principle cannot create works that will ENDURE...
My paints are of the HIGHEST QUALITY. I favor the REMBRANDT series, manufactured by TALENS; although I also use oils created by HOLBEIN and a few other manufacturers. All are EXTRA FINE in quality.
Finally, a painting must be protected in order to endure. Although oil paintings may be "dry to the touch" after several days, a work must be allowed to dry thoroughly for at least six months before a protective veneer can be applied. All of my works are varnished according to this principle, which assures stability and LONGEVITY. My paintings will greatly outlast the life expectancy of your humble painter!
THANK YOU FOR YOUR PATRONAGE AND FOR YOUR INTEREST IN MY ART!
Stephen Caron, August, 2009
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