# @iamalexparis on Instagram

- **Type:** Video
- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/DcjQtMER6Y-
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/70047851-iamalexparis-instagram
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- **Posted:** 2026-08-27T16:58:59.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** Ethan (@iamalexparis) — https://gondola.cc/iamalexparis

## Caption

How to Gesso Old Canvases

Additional tips:
- Good money saver for large canvases (you can thrift large ones)
- High quality gesso like Utrecht Artist Gesso will typically need only two layers, can be mixed with water (1:4) water to gesso for easier application
- You can sand between each layer for a smoother finish

† #gesso #canvas #reuse #arttips #tutorial

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gesso, canvas, arttips, tutorial, reuse

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