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Solvent-Free Oil Painting
by J-Ray on April 6th
Cobra Water Mixable Oils

Health and safety is a major concern for artists, and many people avoid painting with oils to avoid complications. Solvents, even odourless mineral spirits, require sufficient ventilation. The fumes can be irritating and are toxic, with some artists intolerant to them. However, oil painting can be done without using any solvents at all....Read more

How To: Stretch a Canvas

Ever wonder how to go about stretching your own canvas?

Local artist and Opus Langley staff member, Colin Mitchell, helps to take the fear out of this DIY process. From picking the right canvas to how to stretch it properly over your stretcher bars, this informative walkthrough will help open new doors to the everyday artist wanting that little extra control....Read more

An Introduction to the Digital Printing Service at Opus

Take your artwork and photographs from the computer screen to your walls or mantle, even create multiples perfect for sale or for further embellishment. In this video, Jeri Weaver and Maria Josenhans from Opus North Vancouver offer an introduction to the Opus Digital Printing Service, walking you through the consultation process that ensures your prints look their absolute best.

Some things to keep in mind for the consultation:
• What surface do you want your image to be printed on - paper or canvas?...Read more

Making the Stretch
by Aubin van Berckel on February 28th
Selection of canvas and linen

DIY and Custom Canvas

The history of bespoke canvas, stretching your own, and using the Opus Custom Stretched Canvas Service to create a surface tailored to your specifications. ...Read more

Using Yupo
by Opus Art Supplies on February 26th
Watercolour on Yupo by Vi Wawrykow.

A synthetic paper that garners unique results. Three artists discuss using traditional media on this contemporary, 21st century surface for exciting and unpredictable results.

Browse through the paper drawers at Opus and you may discover a smooth, matte paper unlike any you’ve used before. Made of 100% recyclable polypropylene, Yupo Synthetic Paper is a dimensionally stable, tree-free paper with a neutral pH. Its ultra smooth, bright white surface has a unique look that reflects light, keeping colours vivid....Read more

Against the Grain
by Opus Art Supplies on February 24th
Cradled Panels

Painting on wood is a practice that has existed for centuries and it’s easy to see why this surface has maintained its popularity. Wood offers a durability that flexible surfaces can’t. The rigidity prevents the artwork from cracking and protects it from being torn or dented. Panels also lend themselves beautifully to media that benefit from a rigid surface, such as encaustic work....Read more

A Weighty Issue
by Opus Art Supplies on February 22nd

lbs vs. gsm – which gives you the most accurate picture of paper weight?

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An Introduction to Custom DIY Framing at Opus

Pierre from Opus Granville Island gives us a in depth walkthrough on how to Do It Yourself when using our Custom DIY Framing Service....Read more

Not-so Neutral Grey
by Opus Art Supplies on January 27th
Fine art digital print framed in a custom DIY BOD Molding and Chai mat

The latest trend in framing sees the rise of this cool, matte shade to give a neutral impact on the work it surrounds for a stylish finish that is anything but neutral. Whether you want to let the bright colours of a painting pop or to continue the monochromatic look of black and white photographs, this versatile frame is up for the job. ...Read more

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