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Post by cpk on Jan 15, 2013 0:58:00 GMT -8
I looked at one of my paintings with light from my iPhone and noticed little round spots all over it. Most of these spots did not show up in normal light when I looked at the painting head on, but if I angled it, I could see them under my normal LED floodlight as well. They are all over the piece but none of the works I have in the area exhibit the same issue.
Anyone have any insight into what this is? The medium is acrylic. I will try to post a picture tomorrow but I couldn't capture an image easily. I've had this piece for a little over a year and it has been in the same area so I am a little perplexed as to whether it came that way or if something happened to it here.
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Post by origo on Jan 15, 2013 2:44:01 GMT -8
Do you know whether the piece is varnished or not? If it is, are the spots in the varnish layer or in the actual paint?
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Post by saL on Jan 15, 2013 4:24:23 GMT -8
it sounds to me like those could be due to bubble wrapping?!.. I had that happening to me with my Dan May piece (totally my fault as I kept it bubble wrapped for way too long), and the kind gentleman offered me to fix that.. but, I guess it depends if its the varnish that is affected, or it is directly on the image.. hope that helps at least a bit..
my suggestion would be to try and capture that with a camera, and contact the artist..
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Post by cpk on Jan 15, 2013 7:22:07 GMT -8
Thank you for the advice. I am pretty sure the piece is varnished, but it is has a very matte look to it. As for bubble wrap, it was only in the box for a couple days after shipping. Here are some pictures. As Sal suggested, I think I will send them to Amy and ask.   |
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Post by twitch on Jan 15, 2013 8:57:53 GMT -8
Could that be where air bubbles in the varnish popped?
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Post by saL on Jan 15, 2013 23:52:55 GMT -8
Im pretty sure those have nothing to do with the bubble wrap, but unfortunately I can't guess what happened... I'd try contacting the artist if possible...
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Post by origo on Jan 16, 2013 1:59:00 GMT -8
The thing is that when you add a finish by brush, you basically move the finish around. Brushing introduces air into the finish, and creates air bubbles. Even if you are careful, one cannot completely avoid the development of some bubbles.
If this is the case, only thing solving the problem (if it bothers you enough) is removing the varnish and add a new layer, not impossible but should be done by a professional.
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Post by oldfartatplay on Jan 16, 2013 4:34:48 GMT -8
Could that be where air bubbles in the varnish popped? looks to be the case. I have a piece that was varnished by an artist and wasn't laid flat while the varnish dried. On close inspection you can see drips all over it. It bothers me a little but I accept it as part of the process. |
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