Wednesday, January 24, 2018

Found Materials Stamping Artists Use To Create Professional Designs

By Jessica Cook


A lot of art galleries offer works printed on textiles and paper. Stamping is a method often used to create the designs. Some are very intricate and delicate while others look deceptively simple. You might examine the simpler ones and think you could do something like it yourself. If you are really intrigued, you should try your hand at the kind of pieces stamping artists create.

Stamping paper and textiles with fruits and vegetables will make interesting and creative designs. You might decorate your child's backpack or create a wall hanging using linen or some textured fabric. An apple is a good fruit choice for these kinds of projects. All you have to do is halve the apple making sure the cut is smooth. Brush paint on the inside of the apple and stamp.

Something as simple as a pencil eraser will give you some interesting designs. You could also use the square and round erasers that are sold separately. You probably don't want to plan a large piece using these stamps. They work best on smaller projects like stationary, wrapping paper, and greeting cards. This is the kind of project you invite your children to join in.

You might experiment with the vegetables in your crisper that you're getting ready to throw out. You will be surprised at the intricacy of the design a head of cabbage can make. All you have to do is cut the top off. This exposes the layering inside the cabbage. Holding the opposite end, brush the layers with paint and apply the vegetable to whatever material you are designing on.

You might be surprised at what interesting designs you can make using old buttons as stamps. This is another stamp that works best for small projects like stationary, cards, and wrapping paper. It may not be the best project for small children because the buttons can get slippery once they're dipped in paint. The mess they make may not be worth the effort.

Leaves and small branches can make beautiful designs when you are attempting a larger project. They are so unique and distinctive, you will have to be careful not to use too many on your painting surface. They can be beautiful added to fabric panels for French doors. You are going to need young sturdy leaves, not the older brittle ones.

You can even create your own permanent stamps by carving wood blocks, tile, linoleum, and even bars of soap into whatever design interests you. You are going to need an X-acto knife with different blades and a little brayer, along with paint, to do the job. After you complete your project, you can wash and dry your stamp and put it away for later use.

If you love arts and crafts, stamping is a simple, inexpensive hobby with untold possibilities. You may never be a professional, but you might end up with some interesting results. A homemade stamp, paint, paper, and plenty of imagination are all you need.




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