13:30 A small clarification just in case anyone watching wants to avoid an expensive purchase! A pressure pot does not 'pull bubbles out' - it actually does the reverse! It pushes them _together_ so they explode into myriad bubbles so tiny that they're invisible to the naked eye. A *_vacuum chamber_* pulls bubbles out, and you can now buy acrylic ones designed specifically for small resin projects relatively cheaply. They also bypass the need for a separate compressor. Hope that intel is useful.
I just realized this is an old video, but posting my comment anyway. I am not a bubble fan! However, I have learned some tricks to avoid the bubble bath look. I only stir my resin in one direction, stirring steadily and not fast. I run a toothpick around the edges of the mold to release bubbles that have congregated before I put in the alcohol ink. I also run a heat gun, torch, or even a long BBQ lighter over my resin after I have poured it into the molds. It works great! If needed, I will do the same after I have put in the alcohol inks, which is not recommended because alcohol is flammable. So, disclaimer: follow Art Min with Lyn's recommendations. I have either been fortunate, or the amount of alcohol is not enough to cause a flame, especially with a heat gun. However, I have had a few melting instances by not paying close enough attention; I melted the edges of my molds or the wax paper I use to cover the table! I also use actual plastic Petri dishes and not silicon molds; that plastic melts very quickly, so I don't recommend a flame on those. I pour the resin into the Petri dishes, using the techniques she explains here; the Petri dishes become part of the resin and can not be removed after it is cured, but together, they make fun art. I was inspired by an artist, Kari Reis, who is fascinated with cells and biology and does large Petri dish, resin, and alcohol ink installations. She has a website, I do not think it is current, where she posts a resin and alcohol ink Petri dish art piece a day for a year; each one sells for lots of money. Not to take away from her creative and artistic ability, which I truly respect, I have seen her other work, but it is funny that people will pay so much $$ because those of us in the know understand that alcohol and resin together do most of the creative work. If you are in the SF Bay Area, she has an exhibit on every floor of the Kaiser Hospital in Redwood City; it was the highlight of my day getting to hobble past her bright, bold Petri dishes while in the hospital rehabbing my Achilles for two weeks, I got out and started a massive addiction to all things resin and ink related, Thanks, Art Min with lyn, for your vide; I love to learn about all the things you can do with resin and the fact that you really can not duplicate an ink and resin piece.
HI, so when you resined over the dull bracelet (red) would it matter if it's a week or month later to get glossy finish as you brushed slightly that bracelet? I have things that need touching up I did last month )I'm new). TY
It does not matter how long it has been. The clear wonderful shine will come right back with a fresh coat. Just be sure it is free of dust and such if it has been sitting around a while:)
Thanks! A butane torch like what you get for cooking will work. I don't think a low heat gun will be effective in this case. You just have to be careful because if you have a large amount of Ink just sitting on top of the resin, it can catch fire. I advise to wait a bit, like 5min or so, and let inks settle into the resin, if you want to torch for bubbles. I do not think spraying alcohol will help.
Looks like lots of small bubbles in the resin after mixing. Do they pop on their own or do you do something to pop 'em? Also, do they make you feel happy, make you feel fine?
In the video I am using the resin at room temp. Usually I do heat the bottles up a little bit in a warm water bath. This results in far more clear castings, sometimes completely bubble free! The lowered viscosity lets the bubbles rise with ease but you have to work quick because things start to set much faster as well. I knew trying to make the video during casting would not give me the amount of time I needed for show and tell:)
How hot do your resins get when they start to "work'? In the stupid car junk I do, some of the resins I use get super hot... hot enough to melt the plastic drink cups like you use.
This resin does get hot in deep pours. I have been able to cast up to 3 or 4 inches deep without issue so far. The brand Art Resin does suggest doing multiple pours and cures to achieve anything that is really thick due to the heat generated.
13:30 A small clarification just in case anyone watching wants to avoid an expensive purchase! A pressure pot does not 'pull bubbles out' - it actually does the reverse! It pushes them _together_ so they explode into myriad bubbles so tiny that they're invisible to the naked eye.
A *_vacuum chamber_* pulls bubbles out, and you can now buy acrylic ones designed specifically for small resin projects relatively cheaply. They also bypass the need for a separate compressor. Hope that intel is useful.
Still sounds cool the way you put it makes me want to try it in the pressure pot lol
Love this video. ❤ You have a nice easy way of explaining things. Thanks for your tips.
You are so welcome!
I enjoyed the information on this video. I, too am into mixed media. And, not all products of various types are equal.
What in the world is a pressure pot and how to use it with a coaster please?
I finish my pieces off with uv resin after i do a rough sand. Saves so much time and work sanding. Thank you for the tips
Great tip!
I just realized this is an old video, but posting my comment anyway. I am not a bubble fan! However, I have learned some tricks to avoid the bubble bath look. I only stir my resin in one direction, stirring steadily and not fast. I run a toothpick around the edges of the mold to release bubbles that have congregated before I put in the alcohol ink. I also run a heat gun, torch, or even a long BBQ lighter over my resin after I have poured it into the molds. It works great! If needed, I will do the same after I have put in the alcohol inks, which is not recommended because alcohol is flammable. So, disclaimer: follow Art Min with Lyn's recommendations. I have either been fortunate, or the amount of alcohol is not enough to cause a flame, especially with a heat gun. However, I have had a few melting instances by not paying close enough attention; I melted the edges of my molds or the wax paper I use to cover the table! I also use actual plastic Petri dishes and not silicon molds; that plastic melts very quickly, so I don't recommend a flame on those. I pour the resin into the Petri dishes, using the techniques she explains here; the Petri dishes become part of the resin and can not be removed after it is cured, but together, they make fun art. I was inspired by an artist, Kari Reis, who is fascinated with cells and biology and does large Petri dish, resin, and alcohol ink installations. She has a website, I do not think it is current, where she posts a resin and alcohol ink Petri dish art piece a day for a year; each one sells for lots of money. Not to take away from her creative and artistic ability, which I truly respect, I have seen her other work, but it is funny that people will pay so much $$ because those of us in the know understand that alcohol and resin together do most of the creative work. If you are in the SF Bay Area, she has an exhibit on every floor of the Kaiser Hospital in Redwood City; it was the highlight of my day getting to hobble past her bright, bold Petri dishes while in the hospital rehabbing my Achilles for two weeks, I got out and started a massive addiction to all things resin and ink related, Thanks, Art Min with lyn, for your vide; I love to learn about all the things you can do with resin and the fact that you really can not duplicate an ink and resin piece.
Ok... now I'm at 13:00 and you answer the first part of my bubble question.
Thank you!!!
You're welcome!
HI, so when you resined over the dull bracelet (red) would it matter if it's a week or month later to get glossy finish as you brushed slightly that bracelet? I have things that need touching up I did last month )I'm new). TY
It does not matter how long it has been. The clear wonderful shine will come right back with a fresh coat. Just be sure it is free of dust and such if it has been sitting around a while:)
No heat gun either with alcohol ink works too? Can I spray alcohol for bubbles? Can I use low heat gun? Love your work!
Thanks! A butane torch like what you get for cooking will work. I don't think a low heat gun will be effective in this case. You just have to be careful because if you have a large amount of Ink just sitting on top of the resin, it can catch fire. I advise to wait a bit, like 5min or so, and let inks settle into the resin, if you want to torch for bubbles. I do not think spraying alcohol will help.
When you're measuring the resin parts is do you fill your measuring cups half full or half empty?
The cup is always half full my friend!
Looks like lots of small bubbles in the resin after mixing. Do they pop on their own or do you do something to pop 'em? Also, do they make you feel happy, make you feel fine?
In the video I am using the resin at room temp. Usually I do heat the bottles up a little bit in a warm water bath. This results in far more clear castings, sometimes completely bubble free! The lowered viscosity lets the bubbles rise with ease but you have to work quick because things start to set much faster as well. I knew trying to make the video during casting would not give me the amount of time I needed for show and tell:)
How hot do your resins get when they start to "work'? In the stupid car junk I do, some of the resins I use get super hot... hot enough to melt the plastic drink cups like you use.
This resin does get hot in deep pours. I have been able to cast up to 3 or 4 inches deep without issue so far. The brand Art Resin does suggest doing multiple pours and cures to achieve anything that is really thick due to the heat generated.