Yes, but every second I think about it I hate it more...
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me trying to figure out how to make it look like eyes are inset. ^ didn't really figure it out though.
and this... I was trying a different drawing style to get the depth going on... still didn't really work for the eyes.
If I ever get to make eyes inset...
yeah.... that's why I'm trying to get used to drawing mainly digitally. I think the only real way I'm going to be able to do it is with shadows.... I think. at the very least it's my next thing to try.If I ever get to make eyes inset...
Heh heh. Digitally. Never going that way. My fingers still don't know how to draw a straight line. I have to draw each line at least twice to get it right.
Thank :3
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Okay, so I said I would make a tutorial about this, so I shall. It is fun and makes pretty things like this:
And hang it up because it's pretty and you made it and had fun doing it.
So let's begin.
1. You need paint. Looooots of paint. Like, maybe a cup per square foot.
Just get the cheap stuff from Walmart for like $2-3 each or however much it is. My favorite color is the glitter gold, but for some reason it doesn't like to show up/ immediately sinks to the bottom where you can't see it. Anyway, pick colors you like. I suggest at least two that are similar, and one that is a fun accent color.
2. You need canvas. Big canvas is fun, but small ones work just as well. I practiced on two (actually three) before I got the result I was looking for.
You can literally use anything. If you are confident enough to put it on a wooden tabletop, PUT IT ON a wooden tabletop. It's beautiful.
Prep the canvas by wetting it down with water so it doesn't soak up all the paint. It also makes it easier to spread.
(I used this extra-fancy spray bottle)
3. Mix the colors you want mixed (I made gray with this one).
Keep colors you don't want mixed (into mud) in separate pots.
Add water.
The more water you use, the more "bubbly" the end result. Less water is frustrating, but can also work. It results in something more like the ocean's tide. No water will end badly unless you use three bottles of paint for a 1/2 inch canvas.
4. Put colors into a cup but do NOT stir. I like to put them in alternatingly until I have used up all my paint.
5. Dump cup upside down on canvas. Or just pour it. It doesn't make much difference.
6. Tilt until it covers what you want it to cover. It doesn't have to be over the whole canvas. Just whatever makes you happy.
Some colors may not show up. Throw some more on there and show them who's boss.
If you want it to run to the edges and it won't, throw some on the edges.
Drying: you can let it dry outside, but there are bugs and, it could dry too fast and pucker. However, if you want it to pucker, go for it! No rules. And, it actually looks pretty cool. You can also let it dry inside, but you will have to lay down a drop cloth and set it up on something, keeping pets and children away for about two hours.
SUPPORT THE CORNERS not the middle. Especially if you have a flimsy canvas with no wooden bones. They like to warp.
Tips:
Using two canvases is nice because you can let the excess drain onto each other. Otherwise most will be wasted.
Do not do this in the house. It is very messy. You will get it on you.
Finish:
If you want it to be glossy, or you just want to protect it, you can by clear stuff in a spray can. "Liquid glass" is also very fun but expensive. There is also something called "workable fixatif" that doesn't have a sheen, but creates a layer between the paint and... everything else.
You don't have to. I usually don't, but it's a good idea.
And hang it up because it's pretty and you made it and had fun doing it.
So let's begin.
1. You need paint. Looooots of paint. Like, maybe a cup per square foot.
Just get the cheap stuff from Walmart for like $2-3 each or however much it is. My favorite color is the glitter gold, but for some reason it doesn't like to show up/ immediately sinks to the bottom where you can't see it. Anyway, pick colors you like. I suggest at least two that are similar, and one that is a fun accent color.
2. You need canvas. Big canvas is fun, but small ones work just as well. I practiced on two (actually three) before I got the result I was looking for.
You can literally use anything. If you are confident enough to put it on a wooden tabletop, PUT IT ON a wooden tabletop. It's beautiful.
Prep the canvas by wetting it down with water so it doesn't soak up all the paint. It also makes it easier to spread.
(I used this extra-fancy spray bottle)
3. Mix the colors you want mixed (I made gray with this one).
Keep colors you don't want mixed (into mud) in separate pots.
Add water.
The more water you use, the more "bubbly" the end result. Less water is frustrating, but can also work. It results in something more like the ocean's tide. No water will end badly unless you use three bottles of paint for a 1/2 inch canvas.
4. Put colors into a cup but do NOT stir. I like to put them in alternatingly until I have used up all my paint.
5. Dump cup upside down on canvas. Or just pour it. It doesn't make much difference.
6. Tilt until it covers what you want it to cover. It doesn't have to be over the whole canvas. Just whatever makes you happy.
Some colors may not show up. Throw some more on there and show them who's boss.
If you want it to run to the edges and it won't, throw some on the edges.
Drying: you can let it dry outside, but there are bugs and, it could dry too fast and pucker. However, if you want it to pucker, go for it! No rules. And, it actually looks pretty cool. You can also let it dry inside, but you will have to lay down a drop cloth and set it up on something, keeping pets and children away for about two hours.
SUPPORT THE CORNERS not the middle. Especially if you have a flimsy canvas with no wooden bones. They like to warp.
Tips:
Using two canvases is nice because you can let the excess drain onto each other. Otherwise most will be wasted.
Do not do this in the house. It is very messy. You will get it on you.
Finish:
If you want it to be glossy, or you just want to protect it, you can by clear stuff in a spray can. "Liquid glass" is also very fun but expensive. There is also something called "workable fixatif" that doesn't have a sheen, but creates a layer between the paint and... everything else.
You don't have to. I usually don't, but it's a good idea.
Looks like fun! You could do scripture on it afterward in sharpie or some black marker and frame it. That’s what I’m going to do.
Also, I like your crocs!
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I should, that's a great idea! I would need like twin quote. Hmm...
And also, thank you
I have a
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