As an oil painter with 25 years of experience, and working professionally since 2017, I’ve experimented with many of the big-brand gessoes, but I consistently find that Tri-Art’s gesso stands out in terms of quality and affordability. It offers an excellent tooth and a great absorption rate for oil paint, making it ideal for my work.
For full transparency, I have collaborated with Tri-Art in the past, testing their oil paints, though they didn’t quite align with my particular style. However, I am not sponsored by Tri-Art and genuinely recommend their gesso based on my personal experience.