Today, we start our exploration!
String makes good splatter marks.
I think I made a monoprint with the aluminium foil. I think the blotches is quite suitable for Disgust!
Tried to catch the texture of the paper towel but to no avail 🙁
Probably tried scratching with aluminium foil, but it is still blotchy!
Note to self: Using chinese ink for monoprinting WILL cause the paper to stick and tear. Otherwise, still quite an interesting print due to the obvious streak marks.
Monoprinting with the correct ink this time just to make a black background. Didn’t used the machine though.
Giving aluminium a second chance with white ink on black background. Verdict: Still messy.
Moving on to the palette knife! Great tool, spreads paint super effectively.
Can’t really see here but I made etch marks using the back of a brush.
Rolling over gently with a little ink. Love the results! Look a little like flare lights? Might consider this for Zest.
Brush found by the sink also makes a great tool for scratch marks.
Used the palette knife instead for etching. Great sharp & clean results! Might use this for the old movie feel for Horror.
Experimented with water on thick goobs of ink. Hmm, still not up to mark but I think I might keep this in view for Disgust!
Tried one monoprint with straw strings(?). But I don’t know, the distinct contrast between black and white is kind of boring for me. However, the bold lines do make a compelling case. Maybe for Surprise?
Tried to lift ink out and again, to no avail.
Brushing white ink onto black! Might consider this to add on for Horror!
Palette knife white on black. Looks a little Zesty to me.
Third time lucky! Aluminium white on black still looks splotchy but it feels pretty Nervous to me!
Trying out another pebble by the sink, but I think its almost the same as aluminium, but not as distinct. Out!
Cling wrap trial. Probably should have waited longer for a more distinct mark. Nonetheless, not much use for me!
In attempt to imitate this:
Palette knife smears.
Wait until ink is slightly set, then use a card to swipe it from side to side. Water the bottom for a reflective feel. Not bad for Sadness!
Note: Squeegee method works best when ink is not watery but also not sticky. Probably just before it dries completely.
Another go with palette knife making vertical lines and water. I must say I’m satisfied with this spooky look. Can be added on to Horror hooray!
Wrap up of today’s work! (First one depicts tragic failure of squeegee art)
Overall, today was really an eye-opening experience because I have never tried using ink before! However, I couldn’t experiment much because I’m more familiar with watercolour & acrylic paint techniques, and especially when the paper is too thin for heavy water activities. Also, there’s certain techniques that are much more convenient to carry out at home. Nonetheless, this activity has made me much more realistic since I have learnt that certain techniques is not as easy to carry out (e.g. squeegee) and have exposed me to other interesting tools as well!
To wrap up today’s new ideas:
Zest – Etch marks with back of brush before using a rolling pin over. Can consider using palette knife for creating curved lines as well.
Horror – Palette knife etching before using a rolling pin over & static marks made with brush for the background. A line in the middle made with the palette knife via vertical cuts and water to bleed out the ends.
Disgust – Thick, ink goobs with water.
Sadness – Squeegee + water reflections
Surprise – Bold line monoprint
To do at home:
Affection
-Smoke painting
Longing
-Replicate using comb?
Cheerfulness
-Bubble painting
Irritation
– nail scratching on foam print
Disgust
-Spaghetti art
Torment
-Cling wrap + art knife cutting
Shame
-Lift marks out of wet ink
Neglect
– Acrylic paint, add water to let it drip
Exasperation
-snap painting
To try next week:
Lust
– Stocking monoprint + strings
Contentment
Zest
-Etch marks with back of brush before using a rolling pin over. Can consider using palette knife for creating curved lines as well.
Surprise
–Bold line monoprint + circular marks
Rage
-Eggshell monoprint
Nervousness
Enthrallment
-Paper Marbling
Sadness
– Squeegee + water reflections
Horror
– Palette knife etching before using a rolling pin over & static marks made with brush for the background. A line in the middle made with the palette knife via vertical cuts and water to bleed out the ends.
TO BRING NEXT WEEK: Stockings, thread, brush, water balloon, eggshell, corn, card, watercolour paper!
