Digital BW, The Print

--- In DigitalBlackandWhiteThePrint@yahoogroups.com, "Joost Horsten"
<j.h.j.h@...> wrote:

> How does it look like when wet? Opaque white? That could point to 
> acrylics. Acrylics have also a rather distinct smell, a bit difficult 
> to describe, clearly "synthetic" but not too stroong, with a bit of a 
> sweet undertone.  Does this poor description ring a bell?
> 
> By the way, just applied a second, more diluted layer of "Eternacryl" 
> and that looks much better. The paper looks clearly coated though, the 
> softness of Photorag has gone. But I guess that can not be avoided.
> 
> Joost
>

Yes...when in the original container, it is an opaque white and it
does have a mild, sweet smell.  

When I spray canvas (or matte fine art paper) I dilute one part
Glamour II to one part water.  I usually apply a fairly heavy, wet
spray, but always avoid drips, runs, etc.  Good atomization is
important, but it is also important not to have too much air,
otherwise you end up with a "dry spray" and a grainy texture (due to
part of the spray drying prior to contact with the print).  When wet,
it has a slightly cloudy appearance if applied heavily enough, but it
dries crystal clear.  I find I prefer one heavy application to lighter
application (even with multiple coats).  

The ClearStar is also probably water based acrylic, but it arrives
already much thinner than the Glamour II.  I find the ClearStar can be
used without any thinning, or with just a small amount of added water
(perhaps 10-15%).  Correct thinning depends on application method
(roller or spray) and if using spray, the air pressure, nozzle size
and other factors must be considered.  

Lou