Inscriptions on the back of the canvas

[Richard Monro]

Michelle,
I use acrylic gesso and acylic paint to make my inscriptions. As acrylic is a common ground for linen canvas there should be no harm at all.

[Michael Georges]

I get a small brass plate engraved with the subject's name and "by" my name, and the year. I put it on the back of the stretcher with small brass screws. It is a classy way to do it.

[Michele Rushworth]

Great idea, Michael! It sounds too nice to be hidden by the framer's backing paper, but at least in 100 years when someone wants to do some conservation work on your masterpiece, they'll take the frame off and see your name right there.