The photo or other print you would like to mount (printed on regular photo paper) A pre-made blank canvas panel the same size as the print you would like to mount (if you use a canvas panel that is smaller than the print, you will have to cut the print to size, or wrap and glue/staple its edges to the sides of the panel)[1] X Research source Gel medium or decoupage glue such as Mod Podge Foam brushes or rollers Acrylic paint (optional, to be used if you want to paint the sides of the canvas panel) A scrap of canvas fabric, if you want to add texture to your print. [2] X Research source
For a classic look, choose a dark color of paint, such as black or brown. You can also paint the sides in a color that matches or complements a color in the print you are mounting. Once you have chosen a color, simply use a foam brush to paint the sides of the canvas panel. Let the panel dry before moving on to the next step. You can add an additional layer of Mod Podge over the acrylic paint if you want extra shine.
You can use regular white glue or white wood glue instead of Mod Podge or gel medium. [5] X Research source However, you may have to work more quickly, since glue tends to dry faster.
Alternatively, you can lay the photo down on a hard surface (image side down), then lay the canvas panel on top of it. [7] X Research source If you mess up when laying the print down (such as by not lining it up correctly with the canvas), you may be able to remove it if the medium is still wet, and try again. If your print is larger than your canvas panel, wrap its edges over the sides of the panel and glue or staple them down.
Once the print is fastened to the canvas panel, you can flip it over, set it on a hard surface, and press down on the back of the panel to make sure that the print sticks well. [9] X Research source
If you don’t have a scrap piece of canvas to use to create texture, you can use a piece of another kind of cloth, or roll a foam roller over the Mod Podge/medium for a similar effect. [12] X Research source
The photo or other print you would like to mount (printed on regular paper using an ink jet printer) A pre-made blank canvas panel the same size as the print you would like to mount (if you use a canvas panel that is smaller than the print, you will have to cut the print to size, or wrap and glue/staple its edges to the sides of the panel)[16] X Research source Gel medium or decoupage glue such as Mod Podge> Foam brushes or rollers, or a paint brush A sponge or spray bottle filled with water
You can create a reverse of an image using most photo and image processing software programs if you have a digital file (including a scanned image) of it.
You can also use a brayer or scraper to make sure the paper is pressed down firmly.
If you are using a spray bottle of water, just dampen the paper and rub it off, using your fingers. [26] X Research source
