Master the Art of Mesmerizing Backgrounds in Printmaking!

In this comprehensive tutorial, I'll be your guide as we delve into the art of creating mesmerizing backgrounds using acrylic paint and masking fluid.
The background isn't just a canvas; it's a statement. It sets the tone for your entire piece, and it's about time we gave it the attention it deserves. This video is designed for artists like you, who want to elevate their printmaking game and produce artworks that captivate from the first glance.
🎨 TOOLS & MATERIALS
Acrylic paints (any colours, any make)
Acid free 300gsm cold pressed watercolour paper
Big paint brush
Walther Strong Interior Liquid Masking Tape
🎬 TIMESTAMPS
0:28 Introduction
0:47 Applying Walther Strong Interior Liquid Masking Tape
1:30 Applying Acrylic paint
3:46 Peeling off liquid masking tape
3:54 Final reveal
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[@sonjaleander3324]

inspireing idea! Will try that for sure. Great prints, too.

[@CollagraphPrinting]

Thank you 😊

[@nerllybird]

Is that Enviromount? The masking fluid is coming off really easily! 😊

[@CollagraphPrinting]

Peeling off is ver satisfying 😁
The background image is just done on watercolour paper

[@apple369]

Hold up! Liquid masking tape? What magic are you peddling? I never knew such a thing existed. You're a wealth of great information. Thank you. *off to my local hardware store*

[@CollagraphPrinting]

I know it’s amazing! I came across it by chance. It’s a paint that acts as masking tape. In UK you can get it online www.hobbycraft.co.uk/walther-strong-interior-liquid-masking-tape-250ml/6397801000.html

[@jarlsoars1150]

Great and interesting works, as usual! Do you hand color prints ever? If so, what do you prefer to use?

[@jarlsoars1150]

...I mean to say, 'after' a print is made and there are segments needing coloring..

[@CollagraphPrinting]

Not normally but if I do I would use acrylic inks or watercolours

[@charalson3023]

Very interesting, thank you for sharing! Question thought: you say acrylic paint is used and it’s listed in the instructions but the “closed caption” states acrylic ink - could you please clarify PAINT or INK (they are very different)? Thanks so much!

[@CollagraphPrinting]

Thank you 🙏 I used ink but you can use paint too, watered down if needed

[@charalson3023]

@@CollagraphPrinting Thank you!