OK. Another stab at gouache resist following Elaine’s technique.
First a simple still life painted with gouache on 140# rough.
Then brush on a thin layer of India ink.
After letting thoroughly dry and using a soft brush I ran the painting under running water and removed the ink. I might have removed too much.
Then I went back in with watercolor and added some darker values. After that dried I used some white gouache to add some highlights.
I think this woodcut looking style would be better suited for older buildings or some landscapes.
I am going to try this again using a different gouache resist technique. It’s a lot of work with lots of decisions to be made. We’ll see if it’s worth it.
Interesting. I see you've gotten much brighter, richer colors by going in with paint after removing the ink. I also agree with you that it might be better for landscape or buildings. I know it wasn't the best for portraiture! Old buildings wouldn't be hurt by the washed out color. Same for landscapes--it would feel like a memory or a storybook. Hmm.... I wasn't thinking of revisiting this technique, but maybe with the right subject.....
ReplyDeleteWell…….we got all the stuff necessary to do it. Try paperpaintandprint@blogspot.com to see another gouache resist technique.
DeleteI like it. Has an ethereal vibe.
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