dimanche 23 juillet 2017

Tea Bag Art Tips And Pointers

By Ruth Scott


It may come as a surprise to many how household items that are affordable and easy to find are used in art. However tea bag art is increasingly popular and it has much to offer. It is very easy to source this material at many supermarkets and it can create truly unique effects.

Read on to learn more about how this type of work is created, whether you are an artist or a collector. Remember that safety should be the top priority, a point that applies no matter if you are buying or making artwork. This means that products and sellers must be carefully vetted to make sure they are reputable and safe. On a similar note, make sure that you undertake art projects at home in a safe way.

To help in buying art and being a smart consumer at the same time it is great knowing there are many low cost guides available. For example many book stores and libraries have guide books on this topic. They have lots of tips to get you started whether you are searching for tips on how to choose artists, where to shop or cost effective ways to expand your collection.

Below you will find information on some creative ways that artists are using this medium. It can create an interesting effect when utilized with skill. Many artists have devoted much time to learning more about how to use it best effect and the results are stellar.

Many times tea bags are used in a similar way to watercolor paints. The natural pigmentation in the tea is used to create interesting effects. After the tea is made it is cooled and utilized in a similar way to a pot of ink or watercolor paint.

It is common for painters to use a paper that is watercolor type or something similar. The absorbent surface makes it possible to get a great range of looks and styles. You can find watercolor paper in many different grades which run the gamut in terms of how absorbent they are as well as texture.

You should keep in mind that tea stains may not have the same lightfastness of paints that are specially formulated for this purpose. That is why it is important to keep away from direct sun in case of fading. However, for many this is an asset as lots of artists like the organic quality of pigments that gradually fade.

For further tips on this topic you can find lots of blogs and sites on the internet that focus on how to use unconventional materials in making art. In addition there are many artists magazines which outline such projects. The time devoted to research is well worth the effort. This can be a great way to pick up tips such as how to get different shades of washes by using several strengths of tea. Remember that no matter what you are researching that it is crucial to fact check and ensure that sources are safe and dependable.




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