anyone paint on canvas in here?

[Tits McGee]

I've been thinking about getting back into painting lately....but don't know where to go for good supplies except for like Michaels. Anyone familiar with any good art stores in Tampa?

[KatieBang]

I've never painted on canvas before. I used to draw A LOT and haven't for the past few years, but I've always wanted to get into some canvas painting but don't know the slightest knowledge about it. I'm interested to see any of your input or anyone else who's done this.

[Rob.M]

I beleive that Laura did back when she was finishing her degree at UCF, I'll ask her and have her post up with any insights. Also, I'm pretty sure that Mike did as one of the many trials and tribulations on his quest for a degree in Art from USF.

[KatieBang]

I know me personally I'm not looking to be doing some sort of Dali paintings. I'd just like to dabble in it to see what I can create. Ultimately I'd just love to get back into the arts.

Plus knowing what type of paint/canvas/brushes to use and where to get them for decent price would help too!

[sexZgirl]

Well, I'm a little rusty at it, so here goes.

To really really be serious, and get the best for the job/medium that you're wanting, you are supposted to make your own, blah blah blah...

If you're just wanting a cheap solution, and want to dabble and not stress about messing up.. I was just in Big Lots off of Florida and Bearrs, they have a stack of Canvases in either the stationary section, or up in the school supplies section.

I've been thinking about getting some, just to keep around for when the mood suits me, I think they're only like 5 bucks.

Seems like that'd be best for what you two discussed. If you get em there, let me know how they work.

[KatieBang]

I don't want to spend some ridiculous amount of money on a canvas when I haven't even done it before, so I know there is lots of room for error so maybe the Big Lots deal would be ideal for me.

Any particular paint or brushes I'm supposed to use or whatever suits the mood?

PS - Sorry Leslie if I've hijacked!

[Rob.M]

I think Laura's idea of the Big Lots canvas is a good idea for anyone thats just playing around with painting, and as far as paint take a trip over to your local Michael's and just pick out some stuff to play with. As I recall there is an entire section there for, but I'm sure Laura will be able to tell you for sure.

[sexZgirl]

Michael's seems cheesy, but they are like a supermarket for crafts and art supplies. If you go to an art supply store, you'll get bent over the counter. They're expensive, but they have high level professional supplies.

For just playing around, I'd go to Walmart (yes, they do have acrylics and nice brushes) or Michaels.

[number_2]

Michael's seems cheesy, but they are like a supermarket for crafts and art supplies. If you go to an art supply store, you'll get bent over the counter. They're expensive, but they have high level professional supplies.

For just playing around, I'd go to Walmart (yes, they do have acrylics and nice brushes) or Michaels.

that is exactly what i was going to suggest for paint and brushes. the stuff you'll find at michael's (oil paints and acrylics, for example) will more than meet most people's needs. for those who dont' have experience with painting, don't forget that you can paint on just about anything. i actually prefer paper to canvas, and even good quality paper will be a fraction of the cost of a decent canvas... especially for people who are just getting started and don't plan to create display-quality work on the first try.

[marksaccord95]

mike (blurboed ek) girlfriend, vicki (victoriaZX2) paints like that all the time.

[KatieBang]

that is exactly what i was going to suggest for paint and brushes. the stuff you'll find at michael's (oil paints and acrylics, for example) will more than meet most people's needs. for those who dont' have experience with painting, don't forget that you can paint on just about anything. i actually prefer paper to canvas, and even good quality paper will be a fraction of the cost of a decent canvas... especially for people who are just getting started and don't plan to create display-quality work on the first try.

Ideally, I'd like to paint up something worth hanging up in my own room. I can draw well on paper, not sure how I'd do painting.

[Alli]

the canvas that i paint on is usually hand-made with 4 wood slats nailed and glued together and then stretched the canvas over.

im not quite sure where you can buy these actual parts at.. im thinking Krafts n Stuff or Michaels. my teacher usually supplied me with the materials. if i find out i'll let you know.. but if you had any other questions about paint supplies then let me know, i paint on a regular basis.

edit:
now that i've read every reply, if you're just wanting to mess around then buy a pre-made canvas at michaels. they range from $8-15 depending on size. dont worry about your brushes so much but just know that the cheaper they are, then the shorter they will last and even the hairs will start shedding. but its okay if ur just messing around. if im practicing a certain object then i use computer paper and cheap ass brushes. otherwise just for my personal use the ones i use are quite expensive. have fun! i love dali hes my second favorite artist.

[photohopeful]

go to AOE art supply on 56th street, across from the bowling alley, next to Ace Hardware

[sexZgirl]

I was just at Big Lots (I'm such a slave for them), and they have 16" x 20" and 22" x 28" canvases for $3-5 - they're right in the front by the school supplies. They also have 9" x 12" sketching and drawing pads that you can probably practice and paint on.

For art classes that I had, I went cheap and got my suppies (brushes mostly) at Walmart. Most of them survived and are still kicking today (about 3 years old with infrequent use). They also have great containers to keep your water and brushes together, watercolors, etc. I say start at Big Lots and Walmart, and work your way up. No reason to go overboard and then learn where you need to be, you can always upgrade to better paints, brushes, canvases, etc.

You'll have to post some of the finished products!

Hanging project - one of the first I did - ink and water
http://www.kingshosting.com/~bmaddrey/Temp/Pics/laura/drawinghw2.jpg

Peppers project - still hanging in my kitchen - charcoal, ink and water
http://www.kingshosting.com/~bmaddrey/Temp/Pics/laura/drawinghw4.jpg

That is one thing I recommend, the ink and water technique. It lasts for years and years, is very dilutable, so 1 little container lasts you a decade. You can use it in a fountain pen, or with water and brush. Starting out in black and white always get things warmed up and your creative ideas flowing, just like photography. I've always been told start with b&w, then move to color. Just my 2cents.

[Tits McGee]

Which Big Lots has the canvases. I'm just looking to play around mostly, nothing serious and not trying to make a masterpiece.

[Sabotage]

go to AOE art supply on 56th street, across from the bowling alley, next to Ace Hardware
thats what i was gonna say, thats a good supply store. although, last time i bought canvas to paint on, i think i bought it from michaels, dont remember the prices though.

[sexZgirl]

I was just at the one in Carrollwood, on Florida and Bearrs.

[Joann]

Which Big Lots has the canvases. I'm just looking to play around mostly, nothing serious and not trying to make a masterpiece.


Leslie...I'm not sure what part of town you live in,but the Big Lots in Town & Country stocks them. I used to buy them there about every 3 months when I lived in Tampa.