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Post by denada on Apr 17, 2015 10:57:36 GMT
From what I have been told, diamond dust is made out of mica particles. They work best when light reflects off of them. So matte varnish may neutralize this?! How about applying a acrylic matte medium to the painting (instead of the glue) and than adding the diamond dust. That would mean you get a matte finish. Something like this: www.jacksonsart.com/p10842/Golden_:_FLUID_MATTE_MEDIUM_236ml/product_info.htmlIt goes on milky; it's basically the binder to acrylic paint - it has no pigment so it dries clear. I've been looking to get some ultra fine diamond dust for my work, it's hard to find! I found this product that is supposed to be good; '"Icy Flake" Diamond Dust' www.blumchen.com/craft_shop_mica_glitter_pg2.htmlI guess experimentation is the way to go. Let us know how you get on! |
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Apr 17, 2015 11:00:29 GMT
Post by denada on Apr 17, 2015 11:00:29 GMT
Also, have you considered German glass glitter? It's available in lots of different grits (coarse to extra fine) and in a huge array of colours! It might be worth a look if you're experimenting with new techniques. www.meyer-imports.com/index.php |
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Post by Aza on Apr 17, 2015 11:05:23 GMT
Thanks for the info  I have been using Twinklets from Floracraft, I had trouble finding other types of diamond dust. So that product itself could be part of the problem. Good idea with the matte acrylic. I'll gove that a try whilst waiting for a new order of 'proper' diamond dust |
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Apr 17, 2015 11:11:12 GMT
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Post by denada on Apr 17, 2015 11:11:12 GMT
Thanks for the info I have been using Twinklets from Floracraft, I had trouble finding other types of diamond dust. So that product itself could be part of the problem. Good idea with the matte acrylic. I'll gove that a try whilst waiting for a new order of 'proper' diamond dust No worries, it's a nightmare finding diamond dust in the UK. Most people think it's just glitter. You can also try printers who use diamond dust during their printing process, they should have a supplier. I had a look at twinklets, but I prefer the finer diamond dust even though it catches the light less than the big chunks. Keep up the good work, it's an expensive and frustrating hobby. But it's worth all the frustration when you complete a piece you love! |
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Post by Aza on Apr 17, 2015 11:20:04 GMT
Yeah I think the big shards are another thing that's putting me off as it very distracting when it's viewed up close and not sparkling! Thanks for your help |
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Post by Deleted on Apr 19, 2015 6:33:09 GMT
Amazing Aza ! Just amazing cutting skills...... Props! |
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Post by Aza on Apr 19, 2015 9:54:16 GMT
Thanks Json Denada, I've ordered some of the German glitter glass in super fine and fine sizes, so will give that a go when it arrives |
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Post by Aza on Apr 19, 2015 11:01:42 GMT
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Post by Deleted on Apr 19, 2015 13:09:36 GMT
Amazing stencils and amazing cutting mate! I would order one just because of the craftmanship, but i am not really looking for a lion on the wall..... :S
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Post by Aza on Apr 19, 2015 13:54:31 GMT
Haha yeah no worries, need to be a fan of lions for one on the wall!  |
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Post by dashboll on Apr 24, 2015 19:16:20 GMT
Haha yeah no worries, need to be a fan of lions for one on the wall! you've gone quiet mate, get to work! |
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Post by Aza on Apr 24, 2015 19:39:25 GMT
Haha yeah. I've been trying to find the time to spray the remaining lion stencils before starting the next round of cutting. I've been lucky and have people waiting for lions before I've even painted them. I usually spray a couple of a stencil then move on to the next one |
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Post by elwheel on Apr 24, 2015 21:01:07 GMT
Another great thread. Superb skills Aza
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Apr 24, 2015 21:05:14 GMT
Post by elwheel on Apr 24, 2015 21:05:14 GMT
matp said: ..I use a hot cutter...  This is the cutter I'm using at the minute. Its basically like a soldering iron with a sharp point! Is it something you made or bought? Sounds like a great solution - burning rather than cutting - surely fewer blisters involved there! |
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Post by elioti on Apr 24, 2015 21:32:10 GMT
Great technique buddy!
See you are having some issues with the paper becoming a bit flimsy, what i and i know quite a few other stencil artists use is a Manilla Card/Stencil Board (can be called other stuff) can get it from Handover or Jacksons in 30x20" sheets i have info on the manufacturer but they have minimums in excess of 500 sheets but Handover & Jacksons are well priced but if you want to know manufacturer feel free to message me bud. Get a A3 printer plenty about print as poster and join together then spray adhesive onto the Manilla (grey board can work as well) and cut through both layers together, the manilla card is coated in linseed oil so paint doesn't seep into it and can be re-used time and again.
Next up, Diamond Dust a.k.a (German) Glitter Glass it's actually the same thing. Just depends on what grain you get (Grit) Meyer import from a factory in Germany the same Factory the printers in the U.K get their product from i actually got their sample booklet through couple days ago shows you the different grit sizes and colours they supply as standard but can make your own to order again, if interested just shoot me across a message. Could be good to set up a thread for materials if other people on here are interested?
With the application of the Diamond Dust, PVA is the way to go.
Nice work and keep up the precision stencilling buddy!
edit: Added whats your cutting tool of choice ?
I can't recommend OLFA or Swann Morton highly enough!
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Apr 25, 2015 6:27:18 GMT
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Post by Aza on Apr 25, 2015 6:27:18 GMT
Thanks elioti, there is some great info there. I'll send you a PM for some finer details. Many thanks |
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Post by barnsy on Apr 25, 2015 7:07:13 GMT
Great work there Aza,the Lions look superb.
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Apr 25, 2015 7:19:54 GMT
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Post by Aza on Apr 25, 2015 7:19:54 GMT
Thanks barnsy |
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Post by IggyWiggy on Apr 25, 2015 12:02:54 GMT
Many thanks to Aza for this lovely canvas that looks the bee's knees  |
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Post by matty on Apr 25, 2015 12:03:16 GMT
Awesome cutting skills Aza, all of the works look great, some real detail involved. Superb.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 25, 2015 12:07:03 GMT
That looks superb IggyWiggy the black background makes it stand out lovely, very impressive Aza |
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Post by Aza on Apr 25, 2015 12:57:33 GMT
Really pleased you like it @iggywiggy It looks really nice in that position, that's made my day! |
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Post by matp on Apr 26, 2015 21:05:28 GMT
matp said: ..I use a hot cutter... This is the cutter I'm using at the minute. Its basically like a soldering iron with a sharp point! Is it something you made or bought? Sounds like a great solution - burning rather than cutting - surely fewer blisters involved there! Its a real tool! Cant remember where i got mine from but they are available here. www.thestencilstudio.com/cut-master-stencil-tool---stencil-cutter--free-mylar-blanks-4xa4-3314-p.aspThey really do make cutting mylar easier. Still get blisters though!! |
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Post by Aza on May 6, 2015 18:45:41 GMT
I bought a new printer over the weekend, so finally started cutting stencils again. This is 8 x A3 sheets making an A0 sheet.   |
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Post by Aza on May 10, 2015 15:43:39 GMT
Just sprayed the first layer of detail on my new stencil. Ignore the patchiness of the canvas version, it is still wet Texture vs detail |
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