What are suitable primers for oil paintings on copper?

Hi,

I'm doing a research and also just started painting on copper. One of my concerns is of adhesion: what type of primer should be used. On this site these chemicals are primers/lacquers are mentioned: UV curable primer,lacquer #2 and #8A. I would like to know if they are available in my country, the supplier and contacts. Also will artist oil paints adhere to them? I would also appreciate it if anyone could suggest other alternatives that are widely available.

Dear Ry Sedrcik d.v. Bolodo:
While I don't know the answer, there is a conservationist from the National Gallery at the Smithsonian who answers inquiries for Artists Magazine. Do a search for Artist's Magazine, and it will get you to their online site. Best of luck, and it would be great if you could post the answer!

Clemmie

I have also been researching painting on copper. I found a great book examining the works of old master paintings. It says that there is not a whole lot of research as to what to prime the copper with except to use a clove of garlic. By rubbing it on the surface it is suppose to provide a fine tooth to paint on.

Hope this helps a bit.