Jewel, your video is EXACTLY what the doctor ordered. I have been trying to make flower centres since I began my AI journey about a month ago. I have enrolled in some online classes but your video is the first time I have seen someone explain the flower centres. THANK YOU. THANK YOU.
Jewel, I think your videos are fantastic! They are easy to follow and make you feel that you can do them. I would love to see tutorials for ALL the pictures you you showed in the montage.
This is wonderful content, thanks for sharing with us. Tip: I just tried this on 4 inch tiles. It does not work very well, because you don't get that nice feathering effect from the initial blues, because it runs up the edge of the tile. The edges of the blues become rounded and really pretty boring. I think you need a 6 inch tile for this to work so the ink and really spread out when you blast it with the air. Also, using a green pen to draw the background works great.
Just watched this video again Jewel. Hope you will be sharing some videos again in the future. Your no nonsense approach and easy to understand steps make for solid inspiration for many of us who are in the early stages of learning and for those of us who are not artists znd may not have the gift of being able to sketch or draw. Thanks once again.
Thanks Bonnie. I am sure there will be more videos when I get the time. Doing shows and lessons keeps me pretty busy. I am doing some whales in my head right now.....maybe that will be next :)
I am not doing online classes at this time, You aren't the first to ask. One reason is I am not very computer smart and I don't have any teenagers left at home to teach me, lol. I keep very busy doing classes in my studio, I like the in person approach. Maybe someday.... Meanwhile you can pm me on my fb art page with questions. (Jewel Rosemary Art on fb,) There are a few in the Fb ink groups that do teach on line classes. I have not taken them but you could ask in the group they will point you in the right direction.
Jewel Buhay thanks for the reply Jewel. I have enrolled in several online classes but honestly, i really enjoy watching and listening to you. Anyway, i will patiently wait for chance that you might demo again on you tube. In the meantime, i will continue to practice using the techniques and tips you shared and if I get brave, i might show you my progress.
Beautiful work,love your colour combination,can we do on canvas,and please let me know exact things we need besides alcohal ink,what is that bottle which you or blowing on colors.thanks
You can ink on canvas if it has been protected with something that stops the ink from being absorbed, pouring medium or resin for example. I blow the inks with canned air (Costco has the best one) in my videos. At home in studio I usually use my small compressor. The main supplies you need are.....inks, blender, tile or yupo, air for blowing, a dabber with felt, qtips, alcohol for cleanup and removing ink, a liner brush. I love using the microbrushes but they are not in stores, you can order them on line. Rubber gloves and apron are handy as well.
I had not tried it till you mentioned it. Did not work well. A stamper gives better control. Easy to make one with a block of wood, some Velcro, glue, and a sheet of felt.
The dauber is a tool I use for getting a textured look with the ink. You can buy them or make them. I made some from stampers, I cut off the rubber stamp and glued on Velcro. I drop ink onto the felt which is attached to the Velcro. When I am done, the felt is discarded. You could also make one from a simple block of wood, it does not have to have the handle. Hope this makes sense.
Your tiles are really lovely! Once they are done and you seal them with clear coat or varnish, how do you hang them? Do you put cork on the back? I'm wondering how a picture hanger or other frame can be incorporated with the tiles to make them able to to be hung and displayed on a wall. Thanks for sharing your beautiful work and technique! :)
thanks! If you take a look at my framing tutorial you will see how I mount the tiles on Ikea mirror frames. You could also glue a little hook to the back of the tile. I think E6000 is what people use, though I have not tried it.
you can paint on anything non absorbent like plastic, glass, metal... My only reservation with place mats is that they would need constant cleaning. This would wear away the ink, even if it was sealed. Also it should not come in contact with food.
I sell my tiles as art not coasters. I seal with Krylon Kamar spray first, then a U.V. spray to protect from fading. These sprays will dull the shine somewhat, so if you want some shine back, I use Rustoleum 2X Gloss spray. If using the tiles as a coaster, I will always use resin. There are several on line tutorials on how to resin.
Thank you for the video, I find I am unable to get the ink to go as far as I want it to, all I get is a thin line with lots of fingers. No fingers with the white just short and stubby.
Some inks are thicker than others, and make more fingers. The angle and direction of the straw in the can is important too, as well use of the trigger on the can. make sure your finger is at the very bottom of the trigger. The white Snowcap must be well shaken. Just keep playing!
that is a dental mircro brush (or micro applicator brush). You can find them on ebay or amazon. If you know a dentist, that helps too. They are just a tiny plastic stick with a little felt tip. Just holds enough ink for detail work. I clean them with alcohol and re use.
I use the dental microbrushes ( or micro-applicator brushes) to add details or lift off the ink. You can find them on ebay or maybe at a dental supply place.
Hi Jewel, love your videos! I'm having a difficult time finding the right sealer, every time I apply one of the spray sealers it ruins my project, the colors bloom n spread!!!!HELP!!
Stephani B . Always the first sealant I use is Krylon Kamar spray. Most sealants have alcohol in them which moves the inks . Kamar seals it and protects from the others like the u.v. spray which is also important. 3 light sprays of each leaving a good few hours dry time between sprays.
Jewel Buhay I love your tutorials yet your right, the audience would definitely benefit the camera looking at the piece from your POV. Thank you so much for sharing💛❣❣❣
I do seal. It is not that the tiles would peel, but the inks need protection from handling and the sun. I use 3 sprays. The first is Krylon Kamar, from Walmart. The second Krylon U.V. archival varnish and the third I use to get some shine back is Rustoleum 2X gloss. (from hardware paint dept). 3 light coats of each, leaving several hours dry time between. This will protect the tiles. If the work is on Yupo paper, I still use the first 2, then frame under a matt and glass as you would a watercolor.
I seal my tiles with Krylon Kamar, 3 light sprays a few hours apart. You can find it in the crafts section at Walmart. Secondly I use a U.V. protection spray , same method. If you want to bring back some shine, a few coats of Rustoleum 2X clear gloss spray. This will protect the tile, but I recommend only a dry dust when cleaning them.
Yes, I always seal my tiles so they are protected. I use 3, the first being Krylon Kamar. This is the most important one, It helps set the ink and protects it from any subsequent sprays that may affect the ink. Secondly I spray with a U.V. protectant and lastly if I want to get some shine back, I spray with Rustoleum 2X gloss. So that is 3 products, giving 3 light sprays of each one, leaving some good drying time between each spray. Never use a spray that contains alcohol. The tiles can still get scratched , so care is required. Don't stack them on each other. Hope this helps.
I use 3 different sealants. First Krylon Kamar spray. It sets the inks and protects it. 2nd, a good U.V. protectant, I use Krylon U.V. archival. Lastly if you want to bring back some of the shine, I use Rustoleum 2X gloss. 3 light sprays of each one, from about a foot away. I do it in the garage. Leave a few hours dry time between each spray.
I always like to use the brightest white tile I can find. It's the white of the tile coming through that gives those inks their luminescence. If the tile is more of a dull white that will affect the colour of the ink, they will not look as intense in colour. The tile does not have to be super glossy though, it can be less shiny and work just as well. I get my Tiles at Hardware departments such as in Home Depot or Lowe's Etc. I sometimes have good luck at the Habitat ReStore, you never know what you will find there. I also keep my eyes open at garage sales. Some carpet stores will carry tiles but they can be pretty expensive there.
@@island_jewel57 Thank you Jewel! I am hosting a girls night to try some tiles, do you think 15 bottles (variety colors) is sufficient for 6 ladies to do two-three tiles each?
@@island_jewel57 Jewel, Thank you for your tips and fabulous videos-Girls night was amazing! Everyone had a blast and a couple of us are hooked for sure! I have one questions that came up, I bought a dauber that came with felt pad attached and refills. When I use it, it leaves fibers in the paint everywhere it touches and is difficult to remove....have you had this problem? Is there a different type of felt or other product I should use (just using what cam with it)? I love the effect it makes.
You can get a very similar textured effect by crumpling up a small wad of wax paper and dabbing with that. If you are using felt, the first thing is I don't buy the precut stuff, it is pretty expensive. I get a sheet of felt from Michaels or the dollar store. Don't get the thicker one, it does not release the ink very well. You can make daubers with a small block of wood, glue on the Velcro with No more Nails glue. Or sometimes I will find stampers cheap at garage sales. I cut off the rubber stamp and glue on the Velcro. For unwanted fuzz, once the tile is dry you can remove most of it by pulling it off with masking tape that you have wrapped around your fingers. If I forget to do this and go ahead and do the sealants, then it can usually be wiped off with a dry microfiber cloth. I hope this answers your question.
3 sealants. Krylon Kamar, Krylon gallery series U..V. archival varnish, and Rustoleum ultra cover 2X gloss. In that order. 3 light coats of each, leaving a few hours between each coat. That's 9 sprays. Do not use anything that has alcohol in it.
Jewel Buhay wonderful thanks for sharing. Your techniques are very similar to Enamel china painting. If you used that type of on-glaze then you could fire your tile in a kiln and they would be permanent.
Jewel Buhay thank you for your prompt response. That is what I did. Also I made hot plates out of tiles. After I sealed them, I sprayed them with caliper spray used on car wheels. They were gifts and so far they are doing well. I advised people not to put a pan right off the fire on them, but to use the to protect table serf aces from hot dishes. I did put a pan from the fire onto the finished tile and nothing happened. Love your videos!
Jewel, your video is EXACTLY what the doctor ordered. I have been trying to make flower centres since I began my AI journey about a month ago. I have enrolled in some online classes but your video is the first time I have seen someone explain the flower centres. THANK YOU. THANK YOU.
Jewel, I think your videos are fantastic! They are easy to follow and make you feel that you can do them. I would love to see tutorials for
ALL the pictures you you showed in the montage.
thanks, I will try and do some more one of these days. Life is busy!
Thank you Jewel. Very inspiring. Thank you for taking the time to show others x
This is wonderful content, thanks for sharing with us.
Tip: I just tried this on 4 inch tiles. It does not work very well, because you don't get that nice feathering effect from the initial blues, because it runs up the edge of the tile. The edges of the blues become rounded and really pretty boring. I think you need a 6 inch tile for this to work so the ink and really spread out when you blast it with the air.
Also, using a green pen to draw the background works great.
What a great idea. I LOVE this and cant wait to try one.
Beautiful! Great idea.
Just watched this video again Jewel. Hope you will be sharing some videos again in the future. Your no nonsense approach and easy to understand steps make for solid inspiration for many of us who are in the early stages of learning and for those of us who are not artists znd may not have the gift of being able to sketch or draw. Thanks once again.
Thanks Bonnie. I am sure there will be more videos when I get the time. Doing shows and lessons keeps me pretty busy. I am doing some whales in my head right now.....maybe that will be next :)
Jewel do you offer online lessons? I would love to sign up and take some classes from you and im sure there are many others who would do the same.
I am not doing online classes at this time, You aren't the first to ask. One reason is I am not very computer smart and I don't have any teenagers left at home to teach me, lol. I keep very busy doing classes in my studio, I like the in person approach. Maybe someday.... Meanwhile you can pm me on my fb art page with questions. (Jewel Rosemary Art on fb,) There are a few in the Fb ink groups that do teach on line classes. I have not taken them but you could ask in the group they will point you in the right direction.
Jewel Buhay thanks for the reply Jewel. I have enrolled in several online classes but honestly, i really enjoy watching and listening to you. Anyway, i will patiently wait for chance that you might demo again on you tube. In the meantime, i will continue to practice using the techniques and tips you shared and if I get brave, i might show you my progress.
please do!
Love both, especially the blue one!!! Thanks for sharing!
I really like the blue one, both they both look cool!
Beautiful... Beautiful... BEAUTIFUL...
LOVE THIS! Great technique!
I love to learn from your excellent classes!
Thanks for sharing, this was really informative! Having fun learning how to do these now!
Really love your technique, beautiful !
I'm new to your channel and haven't tried any alcohol inks, but I'm blown (no pun intended 🤗) away by how beautiful this is! You are amazing!
Beautiful👍👍👍
Very pretty!
Lovely work, thank you.
The little flowers are just beautiful. They are really amazing I just love them
thanks!
Jewell Dean Herbrandson-Stokes /
Love this tutorial! Thank you so much for sharing.💕💕💕
thank you for sharing these wonderful tips
I love the colors in the second tile.
love how you did the center of the blue one awesome
Beautiful!
Great video. Thanks so much for sharing.
Beautiful! Especially the blue one!
StephanieGarrelts I
awesome work!
Beautiful work,love your colour combination,can we do on canvas,and please let me know exact things we need besides alcohal ink,what is that bottle which you or blowing on colors.thanks
You can ink on canvas if it has been protected with something that stops the ink from being absorbed, pouring medium or resin for example. I blow the inks with canned air (Costco has the best one) in my videos. At home in studio I usually use my small compressor. The main supplies you need are.....inks, blender, tile or yupo, air for blowing, a dabber with felt, qtips, alcohol for cleanup and removing ink, a liner brush. I love using the microbrushes but they are not in stores, you can order them on line. Rubber gloves and apron are handy as well.
Fabulous !
thanks
Jewel have you ever tried to just wrap a little felt around your finger to create the same effect as the stamper tool?
I had not tried it till you mentioned it. Did not work well. A stamper gives better control. Easy to make one with a block of wood, some Velcro, glue, and a sheet of felt.
Lovely work. What is a ‘dapper’ . Do you buy them or make them yourself.
The dauber is a tool I use for getting a textured look with the ink. You can buy them or make them. I made some from stampers, I cut off the rubber stamp and glued on Velcro. I drop ink onto the felt which is attached to the Velcro. When I am done, the felt is discarded. You could also make one from a simple block of wood, it does not have to have the handle. Hope this makes sense.
Your tiles are really lovely! Once they are done and you seal them with clear coat or varnish, how do you hang them? Do you put cork on the back? I'm wondering how a picture hanger or other frame can be incorporated with the tiles to make them able to to be hung and displayed on a wall. Thanks for sharing your beautiful work and technique! :)
thanks! If you take a look at my framing tutorial you will see how I mount the tiles on Ikea mirror frames. You could also glue a little hook to the back of the tile. I think E6000 is what people use, though I have not tried it.
Beautiful.
Nice outcome. Too much wasted ink. Thanks.
love it
I'm looking forward to trying this! What is the dabber? Is that something you bought as is, or something you made?
Pretty
Lovely work! My question, would alcohol ink technique work on plastic? i.e. place mats
you can paint on anything non absorbent like plastic, glass, metal... My only reservation with place mats is that they would need constant cleaning. This would wear away the ink, even if it was sealed. Also it should not come in contact with food.
Beautiful!,, saved your video but did you seal the coasters..? With what sealer?.
Thank you
I sell my tiles as art not coasters. I seal with Krylon Kamar spray first, then a U.V. spray to protect from fading. These sprays will dull the shine somewhat, so if you want some shine back, I use Rustoleum 2X Gloss spray. If using the tiles as a coaster, I will always use resin. There are several on line tutorials on how to resin.
Thank you so much for sharing your technique. What inks do you use please??
I use the Adirondack alcohol inks by Ranger.
Thank you for the video, I find I am unable to get the ink to go as far as I want it to, all I get is a thin line with lots of fingers. No fingers with the white just short and stubby.
Some inks are thicker than others, and make more fingers. The angle and direction of the straw in the can is important too, as well use of the trigger on the can. make sure your finger is at the very bottom of the trigger. The white Snowcap must be well shaken. Just keep playing!
Enjoyed the video, helpful. What was the tool you used to put on the green?
that is a dental mircro brush (or micro applicator brush). You can find them on ebay or amazon. If you know a dentist, that helps too. They are just a tiny plastic stick with a little felt tip. Just holds enough ink for detail work. I clean them with alcohol and re use.
I use the dental microbrushes ( or micro-applicator brushes) to add details or lift off the ink. You can find them on ebay or maybe at a dental supply place.
Lovely work.....do you think this would work on Yupo paper?
Angela White yes, I paint on yupo paper with ink all the time. Anything that is not absorbent
@@island_jewel57 it just doesn't move as nice as on the tiles though
Hi Jewel, love your videos! I'm having a difficult time finding the right sealer, every time I apply one of the spray sealers it ruins my project, the colors bloom n spread!!!!HELP!!
Stephani B . Always the first sealant I use is Krylon Kamar spray. Most sealants have alcohol in them which moves the inks . Kamar seals it and protects from the others like the u.v. spray which is also important. 3 light sprays of each leaving a good few hours dry time between sprays.
I will redo this with the right camera flip when I get the chance.
Jewel Buhay I love your tutorials yet your right, the audience would definitely benefit the camera looking at the piece from your POV. Thank you so much for sharing💛❣❣❣
That would be terrific.
I think she means with the camera turned sideways.
What size micro pen are you using?
I am not sure, but probably the finest size tip.
Do you do anything with the edges?
Yes, I usually paint the edges with black acrylic . It gives a nice finished piece . I finish the tile with a sealant to protect it as well.
Do u seal your tiles after they dry so they won't peel?
I do seal. It is not that the tiles would peel, but the inks need protection from handling and the sun. I use 3 sprays. The first is Krylon Kamar, from Walmart. The second Krylon U.V. archival varnish and the third I use to get some shine back is Rustoleum 2X gloss. (from hardware paint dept). 3 light coats of each, leaving several hours dry time between. This will protect the tiles. If the work is on Yupo paper, I still use the first 2, then frame under a matt and glass as you would a watercolor.
Give me the link where you bought the dental tool, please
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How do you protect them. I know that the ink will spread if you wash the tiles
I seal my tiles with Krylon Kamar, 3 light sprays a few hours apart. You can find it in the crafts section at Walmart. Secondly I use a U.V. protection spray , same method. If you want to bring back some shine, a few coats of Rustoleum 2X clear gloss spray. This will protect the tile, but I recommend only a dry dust when cleaning them.
do you seal these to protect them?
Yes, I always seal my tiles so they are protected. I use 3, the first being Krylon Kamar. This is the most important one, It helps set the ink and protects it from any subsequent sprays that may affect the ink. Secondly I spray with a U.V. protectant and lastly if I want to get some shine back, I spray with Rustoleum 2X gloss. So that is 3 products, giving 3 light sprays of each one, leaving some good drying time between each spray. Never use a spray that contains alcohol. The tiles can still get scratched , so care is required. Don't stack them on each other. Hope this helps.
I use 3 different sealants. First Krylon Kamar spray. It sets the inks and protects it. 2nd, a good U.V. protectant, I use Krylon U.V. archival. Lastly if you want to bring back some of the shine, I use Rustoleum 2X gloss. 3 light sprays of each one, from about a foot away. I do it in the garage. Leave a few hours dry time between each spray.
Can you use any type of tile? Where do you buy them?
I always like to use the brightest white tile I can find. It's the white of the tile coming through that gives those inks their luminescence. If the tile is more of a dull white that will affect the colour of the ink, they will not look as intense in colour. The tile does not have to be super glossy though, it can be less shiny and work just as well. I get my Tiles at Hardware departments such as in Home Depot or Lowe's Etc. I sometimes have good luck at the Habitat ReStore, you never know what you will find there. I also keep my eyes open at garage sales. Some carpet stores will carry tiles but they can be pretty expensive there.
@@island_jewel57 Thank you Jewel! I am hosting a girls night to try some tiles, do you think 15 bottles (variety colors) is sufficient for 6 ladies to do two-three tiles each?
That is enough ink, you shouldn't run out. I would recommend buying some Krylon Kamar spray to seal them after they cure.
@@island_jewel57 Jewel, Thank you for your tips and fabulous videos-Girls night was amazing! Everyone had a blast and a couple of us are hooked for sure! I have one questions that came up, I bought a dauber that came with felt pad attached and refills. When I use it, it leaves fibers in the paint everywhere it touches and is difficult to remove....have you had this problem? Is there a different type of felt or other product I should use (just using what cam with it)? I love the effect it makes.
You can get a very similar textured effect by crumpling up a small wad of wax paper and dabbing with that. If you are using felt, the first thing is I don't buy the precut stuff, it is pretty expensive. I get a sheet of felt from Michaels or the dollar store. Don't get the thicker one, it does not release the ink very well. You can make daubers with a small block of wood, glue on the Velcro with No more Nails glue. Or sometimes I will find stampers cheap at garage sales. I cut off the rubber stamp and glue on the Velcro. For unwanted fuzz, once the tile is dry you can remove most of it by pulling it off with masking tape that you have wrapped around your fingers. If I forget to do this and go ahead and do the sealants, then it can usually be wiped off with a dry microfiber cloth. I hope this answers your question.
what do you use to seal it ?
3 sealants. Krylon Kamar, Krylon gallery series U..V. archival varnish, and Rustoleum ultra cover 2X gloss. In that order. 3 light coats of each, leaving a few hours between each coat. That's 9 sprays. Do not use anything that has alcohol in it.
thanks so much
Jewel Buhay wonderful thanks for sharing. Your techniques are very similar to Enamel china painting. If you used that type of on-glaze then you could fire your tile in a kiln and they would be permanent.
thanks, I have never tried enamel painting. Interesting.
How would you finish the edges?
Hi Kay, I like to paint the edges with acrylic paint, usually black or white. Then I display on a little easel or mount on a finished board.
Jewel Buhay thank you for your prompt response. That is what I did. Also I made hot plates out of tiles. After I sealed them, I sprayed them with caliper spray used on car wheels. They were gifts and so far they are doing well. I advised people not to put a pan right off the fire on them, but to use the to protect table serf aces from hot dishes. I did put a pan from the fire onto the finished tile and nothing happened. Love your videos!
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