Marmorisation master class, technique of execution and choice of paints
The process of marmuring, or creating imitation marble on various objects, involves an unusual technique. Previously, paints were sprayed in water, patterns were created using a sharp stick, and then the product was dipped in a colored film. Decorating objects in this way allows you to create real masterpieces. The main thing is to work very quickly. Painting takes seconds. The film must not dry on water, but on an object.
General Marmuring Information
The technique of decorating a marbled surface is called marbled or marmorized. This type of applied art has several consonant names. The word "marble" in English, Spanish or German sounds a little differently than in Russian ("marmor", "marble"). The decoration technique is called foreign words, so a name with an unusual letter order is obtained.
The technology for creating a marble pattern is very simple. First, streaks of paint are created in the water, then they are transferred to the object. By simple dipping, the surface is painted in a marble-like pattern. Marmorings are used to decorate ceramics, wood, fabric, leather, plastic, glass and paper.
The marmorization technique, like any other applied art, has its own secrets.For decorating objects, they choose special paints for marbling, which are able to form a thin film on water. Patterns are created with a stick or toothpick.
Previously, the surface to be painted was primed or painted in one color. Rollers familiar to artists, paint sprayers are not used in this case. The pattern is created on the water randomly, sometimes even chaotically.
Technology
You can master the marmorization technique yourself and use it to decorate various objects. The main thing is to choose the right paints to create a marble pattern.
Special formulas
In order to create a multi-colored film and iridescent spots on the surface of the water, special paints are required. Paints and varnishes for decorating objects (plates, Christmas tree decorations, cutting boards) can be oil-based.
Alkyd, acrylic, acrylate, silicone enamels on solvents, including varnishes, as well as gouache, food, printing inks are suitable for marmorizing.
Manufacturers produce special paints and varnishes for decorating marble items. On such compositions they write: "paints for marmorizing." The most popular brands: Artdeco, Marabu, Kreul Magic Marble, Ebrusso, Marabu Easy Marble, EBRUA, Integra Art. Using these paints, they decorate various crafts and household items (kitchen boards, vases, Christmas tree decorations). In addition to special compositions that create an imitation of marble, during the decorating process you will need a primer, paints and varnishes (acrylic, oil) for painting the base. Marmuring can be done on almost any surface.
Regular paints
Imitation of marble on the surface can be created with ordinary acrylic, aniline or oil paints. The main thing is to bring the painting materials to the desired consistency. The paint should stay on the surface of the water, not flow or curl. A more liquid state of paint materials is given with the help of solvents. Marmor paint should be lighter than water and sit on the surface of the liquid.
Paper Marmorization Technique
To create a marbled design on paper, you will need the following materials:
- marmorizing paints (gouache, printed, acrylic) of various colors;
- a large rectangular container, half filled with water;
- plastic or latex gloves;
- sticks (needles) with a pointed end;
- a sheet of thick paper;
- a piece of plastic wrap.
Stamping Technology:
- pour a few colored drops into a container with water;
- when working with gouache, you can add a little dishwashing liquid to the liquid or, instead of water, use milk;
- use a pointed stick to stretch the colored spots in different directions, creating patterns;
- lower the sheet of paper into the water (flat);
- after 15 seconds, remove the paper and dry it on plastic wrap;
- dry ironable sheet (on the back of the photo).
During the marble process, the first drops of paint materials will dissolve and the next ones will spread on the surface of the water. You can dip a stick in paint and touch the liquid to the same spot. This way you can draw a circle. Painting materials create colored spots on the surface. Sharp objects are used to draw patterns.
Advice:
- the dye will not fall to the bottom, if you increase the viscosity of the liquid, instead of water you can use brewed starch (dough);
- you have to work the paint very quickly, because after a few seconds a film forms on the water;
- pre-colorants from factory jars and bottles should be poured into plastic cups;
- you can remove air bubbles from the surface of the water with a newspaper;
- all the beauty of multi-colored patterns will be displayed only on a snow-white surface;
- the bottom of the container with water can be covered with a plastic bag, so it is not necessary to remove paint stains from the sides;
- before pouring the water, it is necessary to remove the remnants of paint using paper.
Use of improvised means
To tap into the water, you will need the following equipment:
- Powder thickener for water (eg Integra Art, Artdeco, Karin);
- instead of a store thickener, you can use starch or flour (cook a viscous dough);
- plastic cups;
- spray paint brushes;
- combs (to create a symmetrical ornament);
- pointed sticks, feathers, needles, knitting needles, awl (for drawing patterns).
Master class on marmuring a silk scarf
To marmorize silk, you will need the following materials:
- a container with water (equal in area to the size of a scarf);
- silk paintings (for example, Marabu Silk);
- sharp objects to create a pattern;
- a piece of plastic wrap (to dry the scarf).
To decorate a scarf, you can buy not only matte, but also pearl or glossy paints (gold, bronze, silver). Usually no more than 2-3 shades are mixed. At the end, using a brush, spray pearlescent or shiny paint on the surface of the water.
Master class on marbled silk scarf:
- spray dyes with a brush on the water (2-3 shades);
- you can create several multicolored spots by touching the surface of the water with the blunt end of the brush;
- use a pointed object to connect dots or draw patterns;
- gently spread a cloth over the water (preferably with four hands);
- hold the material in the liquid for a few seconds;
- remove the handkerchief from the water and lay it out on plastic wrap.
When embossing a silk scarf, remember that its surface will become a little denser after the paint is transferred. A thin colored film forms on the silk. The product can be washed, but only in the delicate wash cycle.
More examples
Decorating a wooden kitchen board with a marmorization technique:
- clean the wooden surface from dirt, rinse, degrease with acetone or solvent;
- apply a wood primer to the board;
- wait 24 hours for the soil to dry;
- paint the tree with acrylic paint and, after drying, prime it again;
- fill a plastic container with water;
- spray dyes with brushes (2-3 colors);
- draw patterns with the pointed tip of the pen (roll the film like a snail house);
- lower the plank into the colored foil for less than a minute;
- remove item from water and dry on polythene.
Decorating with the marbled Christmas tree toys method:
- degrease the toy with acetone or solvent;
- pour cold water into the container;
- spray with a brush;
- draw patterns with a sharp awl (draw diagonal lines);
- dip the toy in a colored film;
- hold for 30 seconds and remove;
- dry the toy on plastic.
Marmoring technique can be used to decorate vases, flowerpots, glass bottles, old plastic jars (from below cream). Staining technology will be repeated each time. The paint is sprayed on water, the patterns are drawn with a pointed stick, then the object is dipped in a colored film and after a few seconds it is removed and dried. Marble allows you to create unique and beautiful things at home.