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Marcus Lim · 01-16-2005, 01:46 AM

I've got a commission to do both large and small artworks for a private collection. I plan to stretch my own canvas, you see, and I understand there's both 7 oz and 12 oz canvases available in the market.

My question now is: when do we use 12 oz canvases? What is the minimum size appropriate for 12 ounce-ers? I hope to find out from all the experts active in this forum here, and will appreciate if you can share your thoughts.

Marcus

01-16-2005, 01:46 AM	#1
Marcus Lim Juried Member Finalist, Int'l Salon 2006 Joined: Feb 2004 Location: Singapore Posts: 324	How to use the right canvas weight for the right size? I've got a commission to do both large and small artworks for a private collection. I plan to stretch my own canvas, you see, and I understand there's both 7 oz and 12 oz canvases available in the market. My question now is: when do we use 12 oz canvases? What is the minimum size appropriate for 12 ounce-ers? I hope to find out from all the experts active in this forum here, and will appreciate if you can share your thoughts. Marcus __________________ Marcus Lim Historian Painter, Singapore Facebook Page www.marcuslim.com [email protected]