Contrast!!!
Scratchboard Art-
You can use a variety of strokes as you scratch. Depending on the object that you are working on – you should use different value techniques to show texture of this particular object.
As a rule – USE SMALL STROKES!!!! The Smaller the stroke – the easier it is to control the scratching process. Remember, you cannot “undo” or erase a scratch. Once it is there – it stays. That’s why it is a good idea to take your time and scratch with smaller strokes – in case you mess it up – you still might be able to fix it and not start over. Which saves time in a long run! Another rule – don’t press too hard on the tool – it will rip the paper. TAKE YOUR TIME!!!! |
At the top of your 8x5" test paper do a value scale like this...
Also, on the test paper draw both of these examples to practice with the tools
Something like this....
High Contrast Animal Portrait
Now, we will choose an animal to draw using scratchboard.
We will use the graphite transfer technique shown in class to put your image onto the scratchboard.
We will use the graphite transfer technique shown in class to put your image onto the scratchboard.