Eagle Etching #2
I prefer working on plexi-glass for etchings because I find it easier to see what the end picture will look like. Haven't used any metal plates since high school, so should probably see if I can get some to try again.
Even with gloves on I get the ink everywhere, and since its oil and really doesn't come off of clothes. its a good thing I only wear stained clothes already to college :p Its very tempting to just leave this once its finished and frame it, I really like the look, reminds me a lot of using scratchboard.
It's so exciting when they are ready to print, and not printed yet.
ReplyDeleteit is :) so much excitement to see what it will look like in the end :)
DeleteIt looks great already. Its like the reverse image - a negative. I can see the appeal of keeping it that way. The process is painstaking (literally!) but the final result well worth it. I love etchings and plexiglass works beautifully.
ReplyDeletethanks jeanette :) i had forgotten how much i loved doing etching in high school, def. something i don't want to give up :)
DeleteOh wow... This one is going to be gorgeous! I like plexi too.
ReplyDeleteThat said if you want to acid etch metal, the best thing now is Solarplate. I think you can get it over there. It has a uv activated coating. Leave in the sun and it etches. Amazing...
thanks :)
Deletenever heard of Solarplate before, i have to get some next month to try, thanks :D not cheap, but worth a go :)
It is beautiful, it reminds me of the eagles in LOTR: a very regal eagle!!
ReplyDeletelove those eagle, not in the movies or books enough :)
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