Date: Sat, 24 Jan 2009 07:44:33 -0500
To: puptcrit-AT-puptcrit.org
Subject: Re: [Puptcrit] Flexible medium


Hello all...
I've just learned about pupcrit quite recently and have enjoyed reading the
posts.  I'll be happy to jump in whenever I can.

Regarding a flexible medium.  I have been using (with great satisfaction) a
fabric used in the backing of drapery.  It is often referred to as "Sun
Block".  It is a nice white cotton fabric with a backing of white latex
which acts like a primer and gives the fabric the flexibility I need for my
scenery.  I no longer have to prime the fabric! (I used to stretch all my
muslin, prime, dry, and sometimes prime again - then after a few years of
use, noticed that they do crack)  So far, and I have been using this fabric
for a few years now, the scene's are still very flexible and have very
little if any cracking at all.  I roll up all of my scenes while traveling
and when not performing a show,  they roll back out just as nice as
original.  This fabric may be ordered online (and if interested will supply
the web address)  It is much more costly than plain muslin, but the time it
saves from not having to prime, and the longevity gives reason to spend
more.  It may be ordered in different widths and in any amount of yardage.
 They shipped it very quickly, wrapped in thick black plastic and packaged
very well, so it was in perfect condition upon arrival.

Hope this helps a bit.

Nice to be part of puptcrit!

Paul L'Ecuyer

Artistic Director

Drawbridge Puppet Theater
Lunenburg, MA  01462

www.drawbridgepuppets.com



On Sat, Jan 24, 2009 at 7:17 AM, Mark S. Segal <segalpuppets-AT-comcast.net>wrote:

> I think that you might find diluted white glue will work or just a base
> coat
> of any latex paint.
> Mark
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Brad Shur" <mr_utamaro-AT-hotmail.com>
> To: <puptcrit-AT-puptcrit.org>
> Sent: Saturday, January 24, 2009 4:18 AM
> Subject: [Puptcrit] Flexible medium
>
>
>
> I'm looking to make some painted flat fabric pieces. I'm wondering what I
> can use to prime them so the paint will adhere well and they won't fray.
> I'm
> pretty sure "Sculpt or Coat" would work well, but it's a little pricey and
> I'd rather use something I can walk into an art shop and buy than something
> I need to have shipped. The final pieces should be able to roll up for
> storage and stand up to seasonal temperature changes being lugged around in
> a trailer. I'm afraid that gesso might crack in the cold or from being
> rolled and unrolled. Any recommendations?
>
> B. Shur
>
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