©2011 linda germain
Thinking
7″ x 7″
Rusted paper with Screen Print
One of my new favorite printing methods is the drawing fluid method of screen printing. I like it for loose style line drawings. I have made several screens out of old shear curtains and I just leave the image on the screen for future printing. There are some good instructions at Dharma Trading. Dick Blick has some good info too. To make the rusted paper I spritz the paper, put it in a flat pan, layer it with my rusty things, and put it under pressure for as long as it takes. Rusting it very experimental and requires patience to let things rust. Sometimes I add salt or vinegar to encourage rusting. Enjoy!
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Thanks for the inforamtion, Linda – I am newly converted to silkscreening and eager for all the tricks and tips I can get. -sus
Where have I been? The rust paper is
beautiful and I will give it a try…thank you. This piece is rich with the sharp line and lovely rust background.
Mmmmm I love rust, I love experimenting, and I love your blog! Thanks Linda.
As always I am happy to share and inspire. Have fun mixing it up ladies.