Matisse Artists Black Gesso is a full-bodied, permanent, flexible black primer for use on canvas, paper, board or wood. Matisse Gesso has excellent tooth and is perfect for paintings in acrylics or oils. A water based product it can be thinned down with water and is recommended to use equal parts water and gesso when working with raw canvas/linen. Create different effects by using a dark base to being painting on. Enhance luminosity.
If stretching your own canvas make sure you stretch the canvas before applying primmer as it will shrink and tighten the canvas.
