Ampersand Cradled Claybord 38mm thick

Ampersand Cradled Claybord 38mm thick

Claybord is a versatile panel and is a favourite of both fine and graphic artists. It features a velvety smooth and extremely absorbent clay finish to which no other surface compares. This kaolin clay ground formula is very similar to the clay gesso grounds used during the Renaissance period and is the best choice for traditional egg tempera. But is also great to use for acrylics, collage, pencil, oils, pens, airbrush, photo-transfer, casein, watercolour, gouache…… the list could go on. It is a very versatile board for all artists.

The unique kaolin clay surface is 7 – 10mm thick, allowing for unlimited techniques including; etching, erasing, reworking, adding colour and scratching.

Features:

  • Seal and frame without glass!
  • Similar to chalk/gypsum gessoed panels of the Renaissance used for egg tempera and oils
  • pH neutral, acid-free clay coating
  • Sanded to an ultra-smooth and absorbent finish

 

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Ampersand White Pastelbord 3mm thick

Ampersand White Pastelbord 3mm thick

Pastelbord is a clay and gesso coated hardboard panel with a granular marble dust finish comparable to a sanded pastel paper except more durable and more versatile. The coating is pH neutral and non-yellowing,making it a truly permanent museum quality surface.

Features:

  • White pastelbord
  • 3mm thick
  • Marble-dust tooth holds more layers than pastel paper
  • Holds artwork still eliminating excessive pastel dust collecting inside the frame
  • Not just for pastels — works great with charcoal, conte crayon, coloured pencils, watercolour pencils, ink and acrylics.
  • Can be used with wet or dry applications
  • Acid-Free and Archival
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