Wednesday, February 7, 2018

Different Ways On How To Use Alcohol Ink

By Susan Wood


Painting can clear your mind, it is an art where in you will be able to express your thoughts and emotions. It is one way of releasing the negativity that you are feeling. A new product for painting is quite popular on the internet right now, it is called alcohol ink. It is a kind of ink that can only be used on smooth surfaces.

This comes in a small container along with a dropper. How to use alcohol ink is a most commonly asked question by many. This article will give you an idea on how will you be able to use this and how you can make one yourself.

A little drop of ink could go a long way since its very pigmented. And, if you are wondering about the cost, its really affordable so for those who are in a tight budget, this will definitely make the cut. But if you do not want to buy one, just create some.

This product is highly pigmented so a small bottle could definitely go along way. The good thing with this is you can use different kinds of painting tools for this. Also, if you are hesitating about your artistic skills, you do not have to worry since this new product is very easy to use. There are no right way or wrong way when doing this. Play with different colors, and do not be afraid to mix them.

The most recommended canvas for this is glass, any glass can do. But you can use any canvas that you like as long as its smooth. For paper, yupo is the most recommended one since its white and the outcome with it is pretty good. The reason why you have to use a smooth canvas is, due to the alcohol present, when the ink touches a porous item, the product will dry out fast and the colors fade.

In terms of what colors will you be able to use, that will depend on you. Try to experiment different combinations of colors. Combine at least two types of color, black and white not included. Different color hues would look great as well.

Types of painting tools would also create different effects. The good thing about these alcohol inks is that various tools can be use. You may use a paintbrush, a water brush, an airbrush, and a piece of cloth. Anything can be used to create effects that might interest you.

If you do not have any painting tool, then create one. Simply, cut out a piece of sponge and your good to go. This will create another effect for your canvas. Or try to look for items around your house that you might be able to utilize in spreading the inks. To dry the product faster, a blow dry is the solution to this.

When you want to fix an error or you want to remove excess inks, a wet tissue is the solution, dab it to the canvas slowly. To dry the canvas faster, blow drier is the tool. You can also make use of a blow dry to spread some inks all over. Play with colors and do not limit yourself to other possible outcomes that can be make. There are no rules in art. Every painting that is created is a master piece. Most importantly, make sure that you are enjoying when making these.




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