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| "IN THE GROOVE" |
If I were Donald Trump, I would have said "You're fired" to me.
THis is a complex painting with two parts, separated by a thin gap, covered with clear resin, and mounted on a larger board.
The last step in assembly of this piece is to glue the two painting panels on to the mounting board. I use Gorilla glue for this process.
I applied the glue, carefully positioned the two pieces, and put something heavy on each piece. I KNOW that as Gorilla glue creates the bond, it bubbles and expands a bit.
You have to keep a close eye on your painting to make sure it stays where you want it. Even with weight on it, it can move.
After I had it all weighted down, I went to check my email FOR JUST A FEW MINUTES. (Here's where I fire myself) I got too involved reading email, and when I came back to check this painting, both the top and bottom parts had moved 1/2 inch to the right and were now immovable.
I couldn't BELIEVE it. I tried to reposition them, but it was no use. The only solution was to cut 1/2 inch off the wider side. This is not easy to do with a ancient radial arm saw.
I was oh so careful in measuring and cutting off that 1/2 inch. I had the resin coated parts wrapped in plastic wrap to protect them. Fortunately, it turned out great. What makes me mad is that I KNOW BETTER!!
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