I did shake the can well before i sprayed.
Using alcohol ink on ceramic tiles.
To make the swirls on the saucer i used the same technique that i used on the alcohol ink art.
Pour some rubbing alcohol into a small jar and use the paint brush to dab the alcohol all over the shiny surface of the ceramic tile.
Tutorial about using alcohol ink on ceramic tiles and yupo paper to create beautiful works of art.
How to use alcohol ink on ceramic.
Link to a great youtube video and a source for supplies.
Many alcohol ink artists paint on ceramic tile.
You can add alcohol inks on tiles and let them dry or light them with a lighter.
I appreciate your instructions.
I was disappointed when i used krylon uv resistant gloss and it changed the colours of one tile and added little white blotches to another.
I just dropped a few spots of ink along with a few drops of alcohol blending solution onto my ceramic saucer and used my straw to blow the ink around.
In this video ranger guest artist teresa kovalak shares how to paint a stunning landscape on tile using tim holtz alcohol inks.
You can create many variations by using the different alcohol ink techniques.
I am new to alcohol inks and am really enjoying doing the tiles.
The liquid retention usually is able to the keep the alcohol on the tile edges without spilling over.
Tile painting is popular because tiles are smooth and non porous allowing the inks to flow beautifully.
If you missed that tutorial don t worry it s so easy.
You can buy the ink here.
Alcohol ink tends to flake off ceramic tile if it is not sealed.
It is also popular because tiles make great gifts as coasters trivets and small art pieces.
Teresa will share easy step by step instructions tips and tricks on how to paint with these vibrant inks.