Painting on glass - a kind of artisticcreativity, which has a long history. Once his secrets were familiar only to masters. Over the past century, the technology of paint production has experienced a significant leap. Today, painting on glass can be done not only by the artist, but also by a person who is far from decorative and applied art.
Before you talk about the basic rulesdrawing and fixing the picture, it is worth making a short digression into the story. When did the stained glass on the glass appear? In which spheres was this type of decor used?
History
Painting on glass as a kind of art arose inthe Renaissance. She met only then in the Gothic cathedrals. These were complex, multicolored works of art, consisting of a variety of shapes in the form of glass, which were fastened with lead bridges. In Russia, glass painting became interested in the beginning of the 19th century.
Glass painting has a certain captivating andfascinating power. No wonder she inspires the creativity of people of various professions. Painting on glass with acrylic paints has become one of the most popular hobbies. It was said above that the stained-glass windows appeared for the first time in the Renaissance. But the person to apply fancy drawings on the glass, of course, learned much earlier. Vessels, jugs and other utensils of the ancient Egyptians, discovered by archaeologists, to prove this. And Egyptians used to wear their mummies in clothes dressed with variegated glass beads.
Medieval glass painting has littlecommon with modern stained glass on glass. Other materials, other technologies. And what the ancient Egyptians created is not very similar to the modern painted dishes. Today anyone can take a short course of training in glass painting. To learn the basics of this art is simple and independent with the help of textbooks and masters' advice. Below you will find the basic information about the art painting on glass. Describe the choice of paints, technology, a master class for applying simple images.
There are several types of paints used in painting on glass. In master classes for beginners it is usually said about acrylic paints. But in general, there are other groups of materials:
- on the basis of a synthetic solvent;
- water based;
- paints, after use which require firing the product;
- film paints.
Material based on synthetic solvent
Stained-glass paints are divided into two types.The first include paint on a water basis. To the second - on the basis of a synthetic solvent. The latter type has a number of advantages and refers to materials used by professional masters. The use of stained-glass paints on the basis of a synthetic solvent assumes the existence of a certain experience. By the way, and their cost is relatively high.
Masters recommends at the initial stage to use paints on a water basis. With their help, it's easy to apply patterns. Over time, it is worth switching to materials based on a synthetic solvent.
Paints on a water basis
Get a colorful, bright image is easy,using this kind of material. The colors are transparent, fit well on the glass. Have a specific smell, but not toxic. However, they have less flowability than the synthetic solvent based material.
If the paint thickens, it can be slightly dilutedwater. True, you need to do this very carefully (preferably using a pipette). If you add too much water, the paint will lose its qualities. In addition, after dilution, the color becomes less saturated. Shake the paint before work is not recommended - it starts to bubble, which can ruin the picture.
Paints on a water basis mix well.You can get any shade, having only the base colors (red, blue, yellow). Paints are produced in bottles with a thin tip, and therefore in work you can do without brushes.
Film paints
They are also called "prilipaykami."Film colors are the simplest material. True, the most unpredictable. After drying, the colors change significantly. Before using them in work, it is worth making several samples. "Prilipayki" form a semi-transparent, dense layer after drying, even if applied in a thin layer. This is their drawback. If the paint falls too thick a layer of inaccurate inflows appear at work.
Film colors are more suitable for classes with children. Create a fine artwork with this material will not succeed.
Paints are applied to a transparent film, and then, after drying, the image is separated from the plastic substrate and glued to a smooth surface. Remove the drawing is as easy as applying.
Acrylic paints
These paints are very bright, saturated.Have a viscous and viscous consistency. But in order to apply a pattern with evenly colored details, experience will be required. After drying, the material forms a waterproof semi-mat surface. The paints mix well, but dilute them with desirable acrylic gels (water reduces the strength of the film). When you wash the product, the image may become distorted.
Stencils for painting on glass
Even those who can create paintings on the glasshe can not draw. Drawings will be smooth and accurate, if you use stencils for painting on glass. You can buy them at any specialized store. Many craftsmen make them themselves. How to do it? On the image you like (from a book, magazine, etc.), you need to put a loose sheet of paper. Circle the contours, and then use a clerical knife to cut.
In the painting on the glass, acrylic orstained-glass paints. Each type of material has its own characteristics, requires certain skills. But the stencils can be used in any case. They will help to easily apply the image to any flat surface. The choice of the plot and the pattern for the painting on the glass remains for the master (you can not always find a stencil with the necessary ornament in the art shop).
Instruments
What is needed for the creative process?As we found out, the colors. For painting any glassware: glasses, glasses, bottles, vases. You can use and interior items, for example, transparent lamps with a flat surface. Despite the fact that the colors are sold with a tip, it is worth buying a brush: both with a wide and thin nap. In addition, you will need:
- contours;
- degreaser;
- fixer:
- diluent;
- wadding sticks and cotton wool.
When working with paints based on synthetic solvent, you need to use brushes with artificial pile. Tools with natural nap will quickly become worthless.
Wadded disks are needed at every stage of the work.First with the help of them degrease the surface of the product. After drawing the pattern, remove excess paint. Quite often wadded disks are used to adjust large parts. Cotton sticks are convenient to remove excess paint drops.
For painting, you will need a palette.Experienced masters recommend using a glass or plastic base. Of course, it must be transparent. However, for a more accurate definition of the hue, you need to put a white sheet of paper under the palette.
In the list above, there are alsofixers. What are they needed for? These tools will be needed after the sketch is created. A drawing made on paper is placed under the glass or inside the vessel. In order not to distort the ornament, the paper is attached to the product. Usually use paint tape, which leaves no traces.
Contours
They come in different colors.Used as a paint separator. In the process of working with contours it is necessary to remember: the lines must be closed. Otherwise, the paint will flow. More often used are black, white, silver, gold contours. They differ from each other in thickness. This material is sold in tubes with both narrow and wide tips.
When working with acrylic paints there will be no need for contours. But after drying, it is desirable to cover the surface of the product with a special varnish. So the pattern will be more stable and durable.
Degreaser
The technology of painting on glass suggestsuse of any alcohol-containing liquid. Otherwise, the paint will not lie flat and spread over the surface. After degreasing the product does not need to touch the hands of its surface, especially where the pattern will be applied.
Algorithm of actions
Painting on glass is a creative process. However, you need to follow a clear algorithm:
- Prepare the product. Perhaps there are labels on a glass, a glass or a vase. The product should be placed in hot water for about fifteen minutes. Then thoroughly clean the glass.
- Degrease the surface. This must be done with a cotton disc and a liquid containing alcohol. Then the product must be dried thoroughly.
- Pick up the necessary sketch, move it to the glass.
- Circle the ornament with a contour, then gently remove the excess.
- Fill in the details of the image with paint. Dry it.
The method of filling parts with paint depends on the typematerial. Acrylic paint is applied by smears. For this, brushes are used, sometimes a sponge. It is better to apply stained glass with a brush with a very thin tip. In doing so, the surface of the product should always be in a horizontal position. Otherwise, the paint will flow. And you need to start from the edge, abundantly pouring the elements with paint. Due to its high fluidity, it fills the contour with a thin and transparent layer.
Use of some paints suggestsbaking. Please read the instructions carefully. So, stained-glass paints on an alcohol basis do not need baking. They stand washing in hot water. But the painting on the glass with acrylic paints involves roasting. The main thing is to set the temperature and mode correctly. Otherwise, the paint will change the shade or burn.
Master Class
As already mentioned, as a product forpainting any glassware. You can even practice a little on ordinary liter and two-liter cans. What is more difficult - to apply a drawing on a flat surface or blown dishes? With the first option will cope and beginner. But also a vase, a floor lamp, a glass is not so difficult to paint, as it may seem at first glance.
As in any other forms of creativity, in the firstyou need to make a sketch. This will require plain paper and a simple pencil. Draw a rowan branch and a bird sitting on it. Anyone who can draw skills will do it in a few minutes. A similar image can be copied in the manner specified above.
The drawing is ready. Place the paper inside the vessel.Carefully straighten out and with the help of a contour we put on the ornament. Then we fill each part with paint. Here you only need two colors: red and green.
In the painting on glass differentImages. Including abstract. So, unremarkable glasses will turn into an exclusive set after applying a simple ornament. And it will be a wonderful gift to a relative or colleague for his birthday.
