Alcohol Ink Tips and Tricks on tile

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Alcohol Ink Tips and Tricks on tile with Kellie Chasse

Hi Everyone, it's Tuesday so that means I have another  #tuesdayvideo over on my youtube channel.

This one is an easy demo and my dog Primm gets to make her cameo appearance!

Check out this easy tile project with Alcohol ink, you can wipe it off and start over on again on tiles so I find them a great way to practice dry time with Alcohol Inks. We'll create some little leaves and dots using Ranger Alcohol Ink along with the Blending Solution. Blending solution will help the inks stay wet longer.

This is a Wet in Wet Quick and fun practice tutorial and technique on how to create with Alcohol Ink.

I mentioned in the video my new Birch Tree Skillshare Course is now LIVE.

Don't forget the Alcohol Ink Art Conference May 5th, find out more details!

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Alcohol Ink Art Birch Tree Painting on Tile Tutorial

This weeks Alcohol Ink demo is what I like to call my moody birch tree on a tile. 

This Alcohol Ink Art Birch Tree Painting on Tile Tutorial is super Fast and Easy, seriously a 5 minute Alcohol ink painting using jacquard pinata inks on tiles.

I will go over a quick wet in wet background then we'll add some dancing silver mixative to create a sparkling Moon and reflection on the water. 

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Chameleon Blender Pen

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When you have finished your project, I would love to see it so tag me and I may share your art on my social page as a featured art piece: @KellieChasse_FineArt!

One more thing....Check out a sneak peek on my instagram page for a new and exciting Resin technique that I hope to share with you all very soon in a new course.  (leave me a comment - would love to know what you think). 

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Have a great Tuesday! ;) 

Happy Painting,
Kell

Alcohol Ink Test: Will Kamar Varnish Lift with Alcohol

Alcohol Ink Test: Will Kamar Varnish Lift with Alcohol.  I had a student ask a question - here's a quick test that I ran with an alcohol ink painting on tile. Stick around to the end to see what next weeks video will be!

One my goals for 2018 was to provide more FREE content on Youtube and Facebook. If there are some demos in watercolor, alcohol Ink, or resin that you have been interested in seeing, feel free to comment below on the blog, youtube, facebook, or send me an email at kelliechasse@kellielynnart.com as I would love to hear from you. I want you to know that I do read every comment and will try to answer each one.

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Krylon UV spray over Alcohol Ink Tile Outside Test - Personal Results

So last week I posted about testing my Art Resin Tile outside, and the terrific results it produced.  But this week I wanted to check to see how Krylon's UV spray (2 light coats) would hold up.  Here is my tile before the test. I used 2 light coats of Kamar to seal first. The tile then sat outside (same place as the Art Resin Tile) in my backyard where it received a full days of direct Maine sunlight. 

I pulled the tile down and photographed it again inside after 1 full week and here's what it looks like now. As you can see from the photo below, it has definitely faded.  Especially noticeable in the lighter areas of color. 

I decided to add another tile half way in because Plum or pinks seem to be hit the hardest with fading and I can confirm that.  (Kamar 2 light coats and 2 light coats of Krylon UV Spray)

Tile outside beginning of Day 1

After only 3 days 

Of course these are extreme measures as Most art will be inside!

Please note these are just simple tests that I as an artist am curious about....and I am sharing my personal results with you. So Please, if you have done some testing on your own and you would like to share your results, by all means feel free to post in the comments. ;)

**Here is what Art Resin has to say about the UV stabilizers in their product.

• **"We have several months worth of data that shows that ArtResin does not yellow even slightly when exposed outdoors to natural UV light. We do not yet know whether these results indicate ArtResin is safe for outdoor use for years and years—the test continues! We are encouraged by the promising results thus far, and in fact we are not surprised by the results either. ArtResin® contains advanced UV and Hindered Amine Light Stabilizers to protect it from degradation caused by UV light." 

There is also an interesting 3rd party test video that was conducted for many different brands of Resins. Their UV yellowing results are very interesting. Now of course with most of us Alcohol Inkers it's more about not fading, but  yellowing can change the colors of our art and it is important. 

Artists - Always Be Testing!
Update: Test #2 UV Krylon Spray Test see the results Here
              Test #3 Testing Art Resin with Wild Plum Alcohol Ink Here.

Also make sure to check out my other posts on using art resin if you are new....you may find a few helpful tips.

Art Resin on Tiles - UV TEST

Art Resin had a built in UV stabilizer and I wanted to share my test with you as to how well it worked for me.  

Love the clear glassy appearance that Art resin creates on tiles.

Here is what I started out with - I created this tile using Alcohol Inks on a smooth white glossy tile from Home Depot. Now if you are new to alcohol inks you can use them on tiles or Yupo, mineral paper, canvas, and lots of other materials. For those of you that have worked with inks understand the pain staking process of sealing them and then being scared that they may fade over time.

INSIDE TEST

If you keep your Inks out of the sun or UV rays and seal them they are much better and Ranger inks are working on better fade resistant. I personally have paintings on tile and on Yupo that are out of direct sunlight that have not faded in my home.

Art Resin works great giving the tile a wonderful glass like shine and really makes your image pop ! I've been using it with cold and hot drinks without any problems. Hot cups up to 120 F are fine, but do not use them as a trivet.

Note that sometimes your cups will create a vacuum seal under the cup so be careful when lifting or you may take the tile with your cup and when it let's go, hold your breathe because it will drop on your toes, or to the ground and well you can image how that may turn out. Crash - New tile please!

OUTSIDE TEST

The real test - First, I have tried a test tile outside in the sun with a few spray coats of Kamar, sad to say that it only lasted about 1 hour. The fading was so bad I could no longer see the painting or colors. Results inside the home as I said are great, so I wanted to try it outside.

 2 coats of Kamar varnish and one coat of Art Resin - I set the tile outside in the direct Maine Sunshine - it gets about 8 straight hours on intense sunshine here.

Here is what the tile looked like after 2 full weeks of being outside - pretty happy to share this result, I'm giving this a solid 10 - it looks like day one!

Want to try Art Resin yourself - here is the referral link to a few different sized kits.

Art Resin Mini Kit

Art Resin Regular Kit

Art Resin Large Kit

Someone asked about UV spray, I'm currently testing the results for Krylon spray and will post the results here next week.

Update: Test #2 UV Krylon Spray Test see the results here
              Test #3 Testing Art Resin with Wild Plum Alcohol Ink Here.

I lost the video on my iphone for the Wild plum test, but I did manage to post it to my students private (I took a screen shot for you) group after a week longer in the sun and here are those results:

New Air Brush Short Demo - Alcohol Ink On Tile

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New Short Demo Video on my New Air Brush on Tiles!

Here is the information on the Air Brush - It's very inexpensive and I am using it to Blow air only, and that seems to work great - can't comment on how great it works with paints.

If you have been watching my Facebook page or my Instagram page last week, you know that I'm very excited about my new purchase of a Masters Air Brush.

 In this quick 5 min youtube video I demo a little blimp using alcohol Ink on a tile. I use the compressor to blow the inks making a neat looking flower-ish image.

New Course In the Works!

I'll be working on a new online course for something similar to this one using Alcohol Inks and layers of Resin to create this piece on a liquid art panel. The process creates a lot of depth in the painting, almost a 3D image look that I'm in love with and hope to share real soon with you!

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New Intro Video Sunset Online Alcohol Ink Course!

Take a peek at the New Online Course coming soon! 

You can see the Intro video on you tube!

Alcohol Ink is an amazing medium that is just now beginning to be noticed! In this course you will learn what Alcohol Inks are and how I use them to create a beautiful sunset on tile and on Yupo paper!

This is a beginner course. We will cover all the materials needed as well as how prepare your tile and Yupo paper, what inks are, how they work, how to use them wet in wet to create a smooth background, how to layer inks for a detailed painting, and finally how to seal the painting. 

Plus there is a bonus section where I cover Tile Display options and where to purchase them.

This course will take you 2 hours or less to complete.

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Thirty Paintings in 30 Days - Day 25 "Moonlight"

"Moonlight"

Alcohol Ink on Tile

Alcohol Ink on Tile is just as fun as Yupo and less expense.

It's a great medium to start with if you decide to try alcohol Inks.

I  used a small glossy white tile, 4 colors of ink, one small paint brush, and a white gel pen

to complete this one.

Ink Colors: 

Stream

Shell Pink

Snowcap

Pitch Black

Thirty Paintings in 30 Days - Day 16

Day 16

Alcohol Ink on Tile

Dragonfly

Setting up Quick books with my accountant today - so not a lot of time to paint because....well you know the Patriots are in the playoffs and I have to go do some cheering on and get some food going!

GO PATS!

Dragonfly Alcohol Ink Tile - Painting Events in Maine

Here is a new demo tile that we'll be painting at some of my new Alcohol Ink Classes! Don't forget to head over to the Event section of my blog for all the public classes coming up. Tickets can be purchased online. Our next AI Class is at Hobby Lobby in Auburn, Maine. (Birch Trees)

Here's a class we did over the weekend - it's so nice to see the variation of all the different looks and colors.

I always forget to take a picture of the entire group before they leave with their masterpieces, but I seem to always grab a few. Aren't they pretty!

 They are all hard at work here!

Kellie Chasse, KellieChasse@gmail.com (207) 241-0086

Hobby Lobby Auburn, Maine - Alcohol Ink, Watercolor, and Oil Classes for 2015

New Classes Scheduled for 2015
 Hobby Lobby in Auburn Maine!

 Reserve your seat now and purchase your tickets for any event right here!

Hobby Lobby Alcohol Ink Classes on Tile - All supplies Included $40 per Class (9x18" Tile)

5/23/2015-  "Tree"                              Sat, May 23rd -           1:00- 2:30pm

6/20/2015 - "Birch Tree"                    Sat, June 20th -           1:00- 2:30pm

7/18/2015 - "Hydrangeas"                  Sat, July  18th -           1:00 -2:30pm

8/22/2015 - "Dragonfly"                    Sat, August 22 -           1:00 -2:30pm

9/19/2015 - "Abstract"                       Sat, September 19th -  1:00 -2:30pm

10/17/2015 - "Flowers"                      Sat, October 17th -      1:00 -2:30pm

11/21/2015 - "Cardinals"                    Sat, November 21st -  1:00 -2:30pm

Enter Your Preferred Date

Hobby Lobby 5x7" Watercolor Classes - All supplies Included $30 per Class

5/23/2015 - "Lighthouse"                     Sat, May 23rd -          3:30-5:30pm

6/20/2015 - "Through the Window"     Sat, June 20th -          3:30-5:30pm

7/18/2015 - "Birch Tree"                      Sat, July  18th -          3:30-5:30pm

8/22/2015 - "Sand Dollar"                    Sat, August 22 -         3:30-5:30pm

9/19/2015 - "Fall"                                 Sat, September 19th - 3:30-5:30pm

10/17/2015 - "Pumpkins"                     Sat, October 17th        3:30-5:30pm

11/21/2015 - "Cardinal"                       Sat, November 21st -  3:30-5:30pm

Enter Your Preferred Date

Hobby Lobby Water Soluble Oil Class  - Class runs for 4 weeks  - $120

(supply list will be emailed when you sign up) 

                      9/30/2015 - 10/21/2015 - "Maine Seascape"

Class Dates:

•  September 30 - 6:30-8:30pm
•  October 7th - 6:30-8:30pm
•  October 14th - 6:30-8:30pm
•  October 21st - 6:30-8:30pm

 

 Prepaid tickets are Transferable to another person but may not be exchanged for another class.

Any questions please contact: Kellie Chasse at KellieChasse@gmail.com or  (207) 241-0086

Alcohol Ink Class - "Hydrangeas" CraftMania Auburn, Maine

Options

Bring Your Own Supplies $30.00 USD    All Supplies Included $40.00 USD

Class will run with 5 or more people to make sure to share and tell your friends!

Where: CraftMania, Auburn
Date: Saturday, May 16th
Time: 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Scene: Hydrangeas (Your choice of colors)

All supplies are included for $40 or bring your own supplies and pay only $30!

9x18" Tiles will  be available to purchase for $3.

SUPPLY LIST
 Most supplies can be shared. Craftmania offers a 10% discount for items purchased for the class.
Please let them know before ringing items up.

Alcohol Inks (at least 3 colors or more) Blue, Green, Yellow, Pink

Blending solution
91% Isopropyl Alcohol (for cleaning tiles and brushes)
2 or 3 brushes (small, Med, Large)
Paper Towels
Old cookie sheet or tin foil (for tile)
Small container for alcohol
Paint pallet or small mixing tray
Q-tips
Gloves to protect hand from ink
Black Acrylic Paint (to paint edges)
Karmar Acrylic Clear Spray (To Seal tile when complete) you can wait to do this at home.

(Make sure to wear older clothes or an apron as the inks do stain)

Hobby Lobby Alcohol Ink Class - Saturday, April 25th

*20 Seats Available - Course will run with 6 or more people

CraftMania Alcohol Ink on Tile Class - January 24th 2015

Craftmania 
730 Center Street, Auburn ME. 04210 

12 Seats Available - Join us for a fun afternoon painting with Alcohol Inks!
 Craftmania, 730 Center Street, Auburn ME. 04210
January, 24th, Saturday from 1-3pm
We'll be painting on a 9x18" Tile (instructor will provide).
Scene: Tree
Tickets are $30 per painter.

Supplies needed:

 3-6 bottles of Ranger Inks

1 bottle of Blending solution or 91% Isopropyl alcohol

Small Detail brush (old one is fine)

Small jar or plastic container for alcohol

Small painters palette

Paper Towels or rag

Old cookie sheet to lay tile on

Liquidtex Gloss varnish to seal tile

Craftmania is offering a 10% Discount on all supplies purchased for class in store

Please mention before checking out at register.

 

SOLD Thirty Paintings in 30 Days - Day 5

 5x5" Art Tile ~ Maine Keepsake Box

$85.00

Today's painting is a Flower representing love and appreciation for my Mom. 

She just had surgery yesterday - A hip replacement, so please send some healing thoughts her way.

 

Hinged All wooden box

Each Tile is Hand Painted and one of a kind.

SOLD - Dragonfly Keepsake Box - Thirty Paintings In 30 Days - Day 3

5x5" Art Tile Keepsake Box
$85.00

Today I'm working again with Alcohol Inks and if you scan down through my Facebook post's you will see that I'm a big fan of dragonflies and I paint them A LOT!

Speaking of which...if you are on facebook - please head over and "LIKE" my Kellie Lynn Art page - you'll be added to my monthly drawings! I'm also on Google+, Twitter, and Linked-In!

This may be in-appropriate, but I just had to share. This summer we stayed at a lake house and I captured these two dragonflies in the act! Found it amazing to see that while they are "Doing it" they make a heart. Awe...right!

Thirty Paintings In 30 Days - Day 2

Birch Trees - Close up 4x4" Alcohol Ink on Tile
$85.00

This one hasn't been glued in yet or had all the sealing done yet, it will take 10 days to complete, but it gives you an idea of what the finished piece will look like. I'll be painting these mostly during my 30 day Challenge - perfect time to give me the push to stock up on my inventory for the Holiday!

Eiffel Tower - Commission Alcohol Ink Painting on Tile

A friend of mine from High School sent me a message on facebook the other day - she had seen one of my tiles and wanted to know if I could paint something special for her daughter's room. I was excited to start!

Her decor had shades of pinks, purples, and black so she wanted to have something painted with those colors in mind along with the Eiffel Tower. She loved the background I had done on one of my dragonfly tiles so I tried to duplicate it as close as I could!

The first go around was just with the tower, but it looked a bit lonely so after a bit of back and forth emails and a bit of research online we decided to add the moon, stars and a few trees in front!

We had a winner - she loved it....so I was off to the next step of varnishing and sealing the tile when disaster struck! I'm still not sure how this happens sometimes....but the sealing process on occassion will do funny things and it ruined the top right hand color in the tile. I was so upset!!

I tried to re-work it, but with inks that isn't something you can really do with the background once it's dried. The inks will re-activate and it changes the whole look!
 

 So I started over...... here is the finished result (all sealed and ready to go).

Alcohol Ink Tiles and water = Bad News!

Thought I would share my little life lesson  - AI Art on tiles!

When I first started painting on glossy tiles with Alcohol inks I would seal them with a few coats of  Krylon varnish and followed up with a few coats of

Krylon UV/moisture resistant spray in hopes that the painting would be protected, and as long as they were used as an art piece (decoration only) they were fine, but here is the BIG "BUT".....

If the tiles are used as a coaster eventually this is what happens!

I have since had little cards made up that state these tiles are for decoration only.

Think about it this way....if you were to have a watercolor or an oil painting...would you put a glass of water or a cup of coffee on it? Nope....

The problem is that most folks see this as a coaster - I know I did! They are the perfect size right!

 I was on a mission to find something that would make the tiles look more like art rather than a coaster. I ran across these adorable little black wooden tile holders and frames from Aftosa!

If you choose to make coasters then I would recommend that you seal them with resin. They give the painting a heavy coat equal to 50 coats of varnish. It's a process - a messy one at that and a bit time consuming.

Resin Sealed Tile - High Gloss

It's a two part process, I was told that the brand Ice Resin dries much quicker than most.

Make sure that the resin is mixed really really well and that you get the sides and the bottom of the cups stirred well. It takes at least 2 mins of stirring to get it to cure correctly otherwise you are left with a sticky unset resin. Mine took at least 24 hours to dry (at 70 Degrees) even though it said 5 hours....so if it's still sticky after 5 don't panic - wait until the next day!

Of course with this new added process - look at adjusting the prices. The resin is expensive and the process adds a lot of time to the creation of the Art piece, but so worth it if it makes your client happy!

You can also check my UV Outdoor test.

Want to try Art Resin yourself - here is the referral link to a few different sized kits.

Art Resin Mini Kit

Art Resin Regular Kit

Art Resin Large Kit

Happy Inking~

Kellie

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