Alcohol Ink / Wax Resist: Mountain Range
Pat Gullett
A great video on using cold wax resist. It’s sure to give you lots of ideas on using cold wax with alcohol ink. Check Pat’s Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/patgullettart/, and see her many different designs across many mediums. Also peruse her page for an insightful bio and have a look at her art and her blog. https://www.artisticwaytoenlightenment.com/desktop/my-story/
Enjoy her video. I did.
Enjoy her video. I did.
Christmas Craft Shows
Thank you Kellie for the really great ideas for craft fairs.
Kellie Chasse has been involved with selling her art at shows for a number of years. She also has a number of alcohol ink videos on YouTube and offers alcohol ink classes. Hers was the first alcohol ink class( later took a few more) I took online. Check out her courses here.
Kellie Chasse has been involved with selling her art at shows for a number of years. She also has a number of alcohol ink videos on YouTube and offers alcohol ink classes. Hers was the first alcohol ink class( later took a few more) I took online. Check out her courses here.
Great sale at Scrapbook.com
Check in tomorrow for a super surprise. If you like alcohol ink, you’ll love it❣️
Check in tomorrow for a super surprise. If you like alcohol ink, you’ll love it❣️
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Rocky Seascape in Alcohol Ink
Meltedtheory
You'll love this beautiful landscape with all the steps.
New rocky seascape painting; created with alcohol inks on Yupo paper. Where does this remind you of? There are so many beautiful rocky coastal areas in the world. Lisa is in New England, so coastal Maine or Newport was probably on her mind. see more of Lisa's work at www.MeltedTheory.com or on Instagram www.instagram.com/meltedtheory/
New rocky seascape painting; created with alcohol inks on Yupo paper. Where does this remind you of? There are so many beautiful rocky coastal areas in the world. Lisa is in New England, so coastal Maine or Newport was probably on her mind. see more of Lisa's work at www.MeltedTheory.com or on Instagram www.instagram.com/meltedtheory/
Lisa Hayden is an abstract artist who works in both acrylics and alcohol inks. Besides colorful abstracts, she really love to paint the ocean. Here is a time-lapse video and a tutorial on how Lisa created a rocky seascape. Lisa enjoy the way the inks work with Yupo paper, but bets this would work with watercolors on normal watercolor paper too!
Materials:
9x12 Yupo paper
Alcohol Blending Solution
3 Blue Alcohol Inks (I used Ranger brand Cloudy Blue, Stonewashed and Denim Blue)
Grey Alcohol Ink (I used Ranger brand Slate)
Black Alcohol Ink
White Alcohol Ink
Natural Sponge
Step 1:
Alcohol inks are fun but messy; you will want to protect your surface. Aluminum foil works well. You'll be tilting your Yupo paper so don't tape it down.
Materials:
9x12 Yupo paper
Alcohol Blending Solution
3 Blue Alcohol Inks (I used Ranger brand Cloudy Blue, Stonewashed and Denim Blue)
Grey Alcohol Ink (I used Ranger brand Slate)
Black Alcohol Ink
White Alcohol Ink
Natural Sponge
Step 1:
Alcohol inks are fun but messy; you will want to protect your surface. Aluminum foil works well. You'll be tilting your Yupo paper so don't tape it down.
Step 2:
For the sky start by wetting the top 2/3 of the Yupo paper with Alcohol Blending Solution. Then add strips of white ink. Starting at the left side, put Cloudy Blue along the edge of the wet area and start tilting. Add a few strips of the brighter Stonewashed blue as you tilt. Tilt back in the other direction until you have the sky effect you like. Using a good amount of blending medium at the beginning really makes this work well.
For the sky start by wetting the top 2/3 of the Yupo paper with Alcohol Blending Solution. Then add strips of white ink. Starting at the left side, put Cloudy Blue along the edge of the wet area and start tilting. Add a few strips of the brighter Stonewashed blue as you tilt. Tilt back in the other direction until you have the sky effect you like. Using a good amount of blending medium at the beginning really makes this work well.
Step 3: Outline the rocky shape with black and white and use one of your blues in horizontal streaks to start the water. Use Slate grey to add in the rocks to the black.
Step 4:
Use all three blues to add color and texture variations to the water, using white along the edges where it meets the rocks.
Step 5:
Use your sponge to add texture in places. You can wet the edge of the sponge with blending medium or any of the colors to achieve different effects.
Use all three blues to add color and texture variations to the water, using white along the edges where it meets the rocks.
Step 5:
Use your sponge to add texture in places. You can wet the edge of the sponge with blending medium or any of the colors to achieve different effects.
Step 6:
After the inks have dried you can add in more touches of color to the ocean or texture to the rocks. I try to keep a fairly loose, semi-abstract feel.
Final Step:
I used a landscape format 11x14 mat (wider cut than a normal mat). Attach the mat to the painting with linen hanging tape, and it's ready to frame.
After the inks have dried you can add in more touches of color to the ocean or texture to the rocks. I try to keep a fairly loose, semi-abstract feel.
Final Step:
I used a landscape format 11x14 mat (wider cut than a normal mat). Attach the mat to the painting with linen hanging tape, and it's ready to frame.
Intuitive Mountain Painting
Wilder Than the Wind Creations
This is a fun painting to try for both experienced and beginning alcohol ink painters.
I suggest that the first time around, you follow the video closely.
For your next paintings make some changes: change the colours, change the size of the mountains, place the mountains on either side of the painting, add a small mound instead of the grass.
Mostly have fun, that's what it's meant to be.
I suggest that the first time around, you follow the video closely.
For your next paintings make some changes: change the colours, change the size of the mountains, place the mountains on either side of the painting, add a small mound instead of the grass.
Mostly have fun, that's what it's meant to be.
Painting Different Effects with Alcohol Ink
Janelle Nichol
A few techniques to try and to play with. Have fun!
Painting different effects with alcohol ink. Marble effect with alcohol inks, galaxy effect with alcohol inks and painting snow , and then a poinsettia with alcohol inks.
Painting different effects with alcohol ink. Marble effect with alcohol inks, galaxy effect with alcohol inks and painting snow , and then a poinsettia with alcohol inks.
Video and Challenge
Sandy Sandy
Hibiscus on Yupo
As artists we need to find inspiration in a multiple places. Here"s one, I'm hoping you can work with. It's Sandy's video for working on Yupo paper.
There is a catch, and that's where the challenge comes in. The title of the Video, "Hibiscus in Watercolor on Yupo"
https://www.sandysandyfineart.com/sandys-videos-for-yupo-paper.html
The video is superb, and I'm sure it could be applied to alcohol ink.
Here"s the challenge. Can you follow Sandy, and apply the lesson, and paint a hibiscus with Alcohol Ink? I'd love to see the results. Post your results on Facebook.
Explore Sandy's Online courses at https://www.sandysandyfineart.com. Her course, Learn, Love, Create is Excellent.
See a full description of the FUNdamentals of Alcohol Ink Online Course and sign up for *self-paced options (*now for a limited time only) here: https://learnlovecreate-courses.com
Here is a photo of Sandy's Alcohol Ink version of this design.
More about Sandy...
Sandy is a career artist, specializing in drawing, watercolor and alcohol ink artwork and art classes She enjoys
teaching the classical fundamentals of drawing and a creative mindset, along with design and art techniques.
Working in different genres, on various materials, provides continual inspiration and personal growth.
Substrates include ceramic tile, hardboard, vinyl, black and white cotton rag and environmentally friendly, tree-free, Yupo paper.
Sandy is a career artist, specializing in drawing, watercolor and alcohol ink artwork and art classes She enjoys
teaching the classical fundamentals of drawing and a creative mindset, along with design and art techniques.
Working in different genres, on various materials, provides continual inspiration and personal growth.
Substrates include ceramic tile, hardboard, vinyl, black and white cotton rag and environmentally friendly, tree-free, Yupo paper.
🌟Brea Reese Alcohol Ink Video 🌟Tutorial
With Kendall Mills Artist
This is a video for beginner and experienced Alcohol Inkers.
Most of us (alcohol ink enthusiasts) have already seen or have painted our own coasters. However, you really must have a look at this video if only to enjoy the vibrant alcohol ink colours from Brea Reese. I love, love those colours❣️
Brea Reese Alcohol Inks are available at the following stores and at many more...
Brea Reese at Scrapbook http://shrsl.com/1plbq
Brea Reese at Joggles http://shrsl.com/1plbz
Brea Reese at Dick Blick http://shrsl.com/1plc7
Brea Reese at Amazon Canada https://amzn.to/2SlAA0H
Brea Reese at Amazon U.S. https://amzn.to/2XQiauL
Also available at Hobby Lobby and Mochaels.
Most of us (alcohol ink enthusiasts) have already seen or have painted our own coasters. However, you really must have a look at this video if only to enjoy the vibrant alcohol ink colours from Brea Reese. I love, love those colours❣️
Brea Reese Alcohol Inks are available at the following stores and at many more...
Brea Reese at Scrapbook http://shrsl.com/1plbq
Brea Reese at Joggles http://shrsl.com/1plbz
Brea Reese at Dick Blick http://shrsl.com/1plc7
Brea Reese at Amazon Canada https://amzn.to/2SlAA0H
Brea Reese at Amazon U.S. https://amzn.to/2XQiauL
Also available at Hobby Lobby and Mochaels.
✨Alcohol Lift Ink Technique✨
Inklipse with Simon Hurley
Another fun way to play with Alcohol Inks. So many possibilities! Check out the video. Try Simon’s tachniques, and then make it your own. I love what Simon does with the flowers. I’m told by some people it does take a bit of practice, but Simon does make it look so easy. Don’t just think cards, think, backgrounds, adding animals, trees... oh, the things you could do❣️
Want to see more of Simon Hurley's creations. There is a lot more here...
https://www.inklipse.com
Here is a link to this amazing new product.. http://shrsl.com/1p8dk . Buy the pad and the bottle. It will last so much longer.
Remember, have fun with it.
https://www.inklipse.com
Here is a link to this amazing new product.. http://shrsl.com/1p8dk . Buy the pad and the bottle. It will last so much longer.
Remember, have fun with it.
Kellie Chasse"s new course Geode Agate Slice On Canvas
🌟✨You Can Do It Too !✨🌟
“If You Are Working On Something That You Really Care About, You Don’t Have To Be Pushed. The Vision Pulls You.” – Steve Jobs
Nothing inspires like a success story. Over the past few years, I've taken some of Kellie Chasse"s online Alcohol Ink Classes. I have always learned and been inspired by her work. We have often written back and forth, so much so that I now consider Kellie an online friend.
I have been wondering about what I should do with my website, my paintings, my writing... I watched Kellie's video last week, and was inspired to keep it up, to do more.
Hope the video helps you, inspires you.
Remember...
“Failure Will Never Overtake Me If My Determination To Succeed Is Strong Enough.” – Og Mandino
Enjoy!
I have been wondering about what I should do with my website, my paintings, my writing... I watched Kellie's video last week, and was inspired to keep it up, to do more.
Hope the video helps you, inspires you.
Remember...
“Failure Will Never Overtake Me If My Determination To Succeed Is Strong Enough.” – Og Mandino
Enjoy!
Here is another of Kellie's online courses on click on the link or picture to see more of her courses... https://kellie-school-e6da.thinkific.com/?ref=6ee876
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🎊Organizing Your Supplies!🎊
From Scrapbook.com
Something we all need, a little help with organization! Free e-class . Regular $9.99. Very helpful! Click on the picture or on... http://shrsl.com/1nubz
Enjoy!
Enjoy!
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Alcohol Inks On Yupo: Metallics, Stencils
Joggles.com
I've always wanted to try stencils with my paintings. Joggles provides a few different ways of doing this. I especially like the effect of the one pictured above. However, like all videos, this gives you a starting point. Be creative. Use up those stencils you've had hanging around, and get creative. Have fun!
Joggle.com has great selection of Alcohol inks, including Brea Reese, Piñata, and Ranger Ink. shrsl.com/1ncsl
Below is my affiliate link to their website. Consider using the link as it helps me to keep the website going. Thank you.
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I've found it difficult to find a good source of the Jacquard, Piñata.
Joggle has an excellent selection, including the large Piñata Rich Gold, considered the best by many. See it here....shrsl.com/1ncu8
Below is my affiliate link to their website. Consider using the link as it helps me to keep the website going. Thank you.
shrsl.com/1ncsl
I've found it difficult to find a good source of the Jacquard, Piñata.
Joggle has an excellent selection, including the large Piñata Rich Gold, considered the best by many. See it here....shrsl.com/1ncu8
http://shrsl.com/1nubz
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🎈Alcohol Ink Bubbles 🎈
Nancy Jerigan
Beautiful painting! Another fun YouTube video to watch. There are many different ways to do circles and bubbles. I really like the way Nancy does hers. Learn and enjoy!
Click on link below or on the painting to watch.
https://youtu.be/O8NMk-sLu68
A note from Nancy! What an inspiration!
The only thing I'd like people to know is... That I'm a legally blind artist. I have limited peripheral vision. I think it's important to let people know not to let anything get in the way of what you love to do.
Thank you for sharing my video with people.
Nancy 😍
For more videos on alcohol ink techniques check the Alcohol Ink Art Community .
Don't forget the Alcohol Ink Society with tons of videos; projects, techniques, and whatever you want to know about Alcohol Ink
Memorial Day Weekend Alcohol Ink Special on Joggles. http://shrsl.com/1mg3d
💐Kellie Chasse Beginner Course💐
💐and more...💐
My very first online course! (see below) Opened quite a few doors for me . The first time around I follow Kellie's step by step tutorial. I then went on to change colours, types and number of trees, sometimes added a few birds. Made the painting my own. It felt good to be able to come up with a finished painting that I liked.
Click here or on the picture to see the course.
Below are pics of my first attempts after taking Kellie's course.
Kellie Chasse is one of my favourite alcohol ink artist. She has a lot of courses, her website has tips and videos that are worth checking out. Below is the link for this weekends Alcohol ink course bundle. Just click on the picture or this link... http://bit.ly/2ISmxNn
Kellie is also one of the presenters at theAlcohol Ink Art Conference
Check out the presenters by clicking on the picture.
Don’t miss out. You get lifetime access to Kellie and 10 more awesome presenters. Click here or on the picture.
Check out the presenters by clicking on the picture.
Don’t miss out. You get lifetime access to Kellie and 10 more awesome presenters. Click here or on the picture.
Resin Finish for Alcohol Ink Art
Korinne Carpino
One of the best videos on applying art resin to finished Alcohol Ink Art.
Here is the intro from Korine's website, www.korinnecarpinoart.com Korinne offers online courses which look fabulous. As you can see by the video below, she is an awesome presenter.
"Today, I have a surprise for you! Many of my local students have asked if I would teach a course on how to resin artwork. As I don’t have the studio classroom space for this, and it’s an overnight process, I decided to create a video. The technique that I will demonstrate can be used on any type of artwork that is sturdy enough to bear the weight of the resin. In the video, I will demonstrate how to resin a painting mounted on a wood cradled panel. This is the same method I use to resin tiles.
There are many brands of epoxy resin. I prefer Art Resin brand. It is easy to use, has low VOC and low odor, and I like the consistency.
Here’s the supplies I use to resin my artwork:
Resin is a little fussy….the ideal room temperature should be 72-77 degrees. You have 45 minutes of working time with it.
I recommend you practice on a small test piece….not your masterpiece. Once you are comfortable with the resin, then you can give that professional finish to your favorite artwork!"
Korinne is one of eleven the presenters in the Alcohol Ink Art Spring Conference. The Alcohol Ink Art Conference brings you lifetime access to videos and fun activities by the best in the Alcohol Ink Community. There is an early bird special. See the details https://alcoholink.community/aiacspring19/?aff=PatCher
Here is the intro from Korine's website, www.korinnecarpinoart.com Korinne offers online courses which look fabulous. As you can see by the video below, she is an awesome presenter.
"Today, I have a surprise for you! Many of my local students have asked if I would teach a course on how to resin artwork. As I don’t have the studio classroom space for this, and it’s an overnight process, I decided to create a video. The technique that I will demonstrate can be used on any type of artwork that is sturdy enough to bear the weight of the resin. In the video, I will demonstrate how to resin a painting mounted on a wood cradled panel. This is the same method I use to resin tiles.
There are many brands of epoxy resin. I prefer Art Resin brand. It is easy to use, has low VOC and low odor, and I like the consistency.
Here’s the supplies I use to resin my artwork:
- Art Resin www.artresin.com
- Artist butane torch
- Spreader
- Tongue depressor
- Cups to measure
- Mixing cup
- Plastic cover for work surface (black plastic trash bags work best)
- Paper towels
- Painters tape
- Disposable gloves
- Box to cover artwork
- Level
Resin is a little fussy….the ideal room temperature should be 72-77 degrees. You have 45 minutes of working time with it.
I recommend you practice on a small test piece….not your masterpiece. Once you are comfortable with the resin, then you can give that professional finish to your favorite artwork!"
Korinne is one of eleven the presenters in the Alcohol Ink Art Spring Conference. The Alcohol Ink Art Conference brings you lifetime access to videos and fun activities by the best in the Alcohol Ink Community. There is an early bird special. See the details https://alcoholink.community/aiacspring19/?aff=PatCher
Missing some of the ink colours you need. I think Scrapbook.com has them all. Try it here... http://shrsl.com/1jlbe
Worked this page almost totally on my iPad today with the new Weebly app. Very impressed.
🌊Painting an Orca Whale 🌊
in alcohol ink
Jewel Buhay
Another of Jewel's classics. Note how she does background and her orca.
Things to note as you watch...
Things to note as you watch...
- The effortless way of painting the background. Note the way she spreads the ink across the page, something have to remind my students to do. Most people want to splatter the ink around.
- She uses her gloved fingers to help the ink along, and uses a blow dryer to finish off the sky area.
- Intuitive painting(at least that's what I call it), she uses her background pour to draw in the mountains.
- Mountains dark in forefront lighter in the back.
- Alcohol inks used, Aqua and Stonewashed for sky, and Denim for the water. (Ranger Ink)
- Check how easily she paints in the waves.
- Here's Jewel's explanation for her template.... "I made the template by tracing a whale image off my computer screen. I usually don't do tracing or use templates in my art, but when it comes to animals I want to get the anatomy right so it looks realistic. I use clear plastic from packaging such as a lid from pie containers etc."
Other paintings by Jewel...
