Acrylic Batik

Scrape acrylic paint over an embossed image for a unique background.

Supplies

Step-by-Step

1. Step 1

   Stamp cardstock with background image using embossing ink.

   

2. Step 2

   Apply clear embossing powder, and heat to set.

   

3. Step 3

   Dribble and drip acrylic paints onto the embossed panel.
   
   Hint:
   Craft paints work great for this technique, since they’re more runny.

   

4. Step 4

   Using a stiff plastic card, such as a credit card or library card, scrape over the surface of the panel. Change the direction of your strokes, working the paint into the paper, in between the embossed areas. Keep scraping with short strokes in different directions, until your panel is filled in and the embossed design is visible.

   

5. Note:
   The more you scrape, the more blended your colors will become, and the more noticeable your embossed pattern will be.

   

6. Step 5

   Complete your card, using the finished panel as a background layer or mixed media base.

   

Video!

Variations

1. Instead of white cardstock, use colored or patterned paper as a base. Basic Grey cardstock and white acrylic paint were used here, with Impression Obsession CC081 Damask.

   

2. Dark brown cardstock and tan acrylic paint were used here, with Impression Obsession CC043 Roses.

   

Your Turn

You've seen the tutorial, now you try it! We've got a section of the gallery set aside for Acrylic Batik. Try this technique, then upload your artwork to the gallery. Show us your creations!

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