Artists bag spray paint to build shape and texture.
Spray tint Craft is resembling to airbrushed Craft in appearance, however it does not crave an air compressor. Instead, spray dye artists manipulate conventional spray tint cans with a Broad fluctuation of tools and supplies in line to accomplish discrepant shapes, shades and textures. Spray paint Craft is besides coincident to graffiti or street Craft on account of it usually appears in urban settings as murals, or on cars and skateboards, For instance.
Paints
Spray gloss is sold in aerosol cans in a conglomeration of colours and finishes such as glossy, matte and textured. Always bag the alike Trade-mark in a project in distribution to be confident your whitewash Testament compound blooming and dry at the identical ratio. The augmented expensive brands are better; cheaper brands hog added solvent than pigment, which causes the colours to bleed and lope.
Base Mediums
Spray gloss can be applied to any surface with varying stuff. While some artists prefer concrete or plaster walls, canvas and poster board is also used to compose conventional Craft pieces for sale or galleries. Thin, glossy poster board allows the artist to re-wet the distemper as he works; plaster and canvas may absorb the whitewash and dry and quickly.
Tape
Painter's tape and masking tape are used to tape stencils and mask off areas that the artist does not hope for covered with colouring or a particular color. Masking materials range from paper and plastic wrap to pans and boxes. Professional vinyl can also be used. This is a thin material that can be cut to specific shapes and then smoothed over the surface where it will cling without the need for tape. This material is only useful for masking dry areas.
Wax Paper, Tin Foil, Magazines or Newspaper
All of these low-cost materials can create effects and textures such as rock formations, water ripples , typography or foliage. The papers are pressed or dabbed onto wet paint areas to accomplish the desired effect and sometimes layered. There is no single technique or requirement for using these materials -- it is purely up to the artist to experiment.
Etching & Drawing tools
Palette knives, spatulas or even sticks are used to etch, draw or scrape detail into wet paint. As paint is displaced by the tool, any colors layered below the top coat will show through, allowing the artist to create illustration, dimension and contrast. Fine details such as tree branches, highlights, facial features or lettering can also be achieved using these tools.
Sponges
Sponges and sponge brushes are used to absorb excess paint, create different texture effects and blend colors. Wetting a sponge with solvent and smoothing it over an area sprayed with multiple colors can produce a beautiful sunset or underwater effect. Sponges may also be used to introduce swirls, droplets and other effects to areas of the artwork
Stencils
The respirator must be able to filter both airborne paint particles and fumes. Most hardware stores sell respirators.
Protection
Spray paint contains chemicals that can be harmful to your skin and lungs after prolonged exposure. Wear gloves to protect your hands; wear appropriate clothing. The most important protection you have will be your respirator, or face mask.Stencils create specific shapes or areas within the artwork in order to accomplish a fine outline separate from a background or etched areas. Stencils can be just about anything, including cookie cutters or shapes cut out of stencil board or cardboard. There is a wide variety of commercial stencils also available. Razor blades, X-Acto knives or box cutters can be used to chop stencils.
